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Memory care in West Deer offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in West Deer is about $5,156 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 16 communities, read 252 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The staff at Seasons of Saxonburg are very nice and very professional. They provide excellent care. The food is nutritious and very good. Very happy with the decision to have my Dad live there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Locally owned and managed, The Seasons of Saxonburg provides assisted care and memory care services for your loved ones. Nestled in the quaint borough of Saxonburg, The Seasons has close ties to the community.The Seasons offers on-site 24 hours nursing staff availability and personal care...
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The facility was clean. The staff was friendly and caring. My mother needed assistance with bathing and was to get assistance with a shower twice a week. The showers didn't happen as promised despite...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Discover Magnolia Place of Saxonburg – A Warm and Loving Home for Your Loved OneFinding the right senior living community for your loved one is a deeply personal decision, and Magnolia Place of Saxonburg is here to provide the comfort, care, and peace of mind you deserve. Nestled in the charming...
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The facility was clean and inviting. I did see the staff cleaning frequently interactions with the staff were very good. They were very friendly and very concerned of the well-being of the residence. We had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Remington of McCandless believes that everyone comes to us with their own experiences, identities and life stories. We’re honored to be part of these stories as residents continue to write them.Our culture fosters amazing connections between residents, families and caregivers. We know that...
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All the staff I've met have been very accommodating for my mom. She talks about them by name almost like they are friends. Ridgecrest always has something going on. My mom has been enjoying (and winning)...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ridgecrest of McCandless is a vibrant senior living residence designed to help older adults enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. Conveniently located between McCandless Crossing and McIntyre Square.Ridgecrest of McCandless offers spacious studio, one- and...
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77 Floor plans available
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Make sure families get all the details regarding any additional costs related to services upfront and before you move in. Have them explain to the families who you contact for different questions whether it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh in the heart of Wexford, Pennsylvania, Ashton Commons Senior Living offers an exceptional senior living experience defined by resort-style amenities, personalized care, and a vibrant community. Whether you are looking for independent living,...
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We were amazed. Everything was far better than we expected. The staff were unbelievable. They did more than I would have expected them to do. The food seemed to be very good. My wife liked most of it. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise of McCandless is located in the beautiful city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We are close to hospitals, shopping Malls and all needed amenities. Our services include personal care, focusing on the individual needs of our residents. Our friendly staff is always ready to assist you in a...
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We are very happy. I believe that I responded previously. That's really all I will say. Thank you! Please accept this as my final response.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Orion Personal Care Residence, we aim to meet each resident’s unique emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual needs. We offer structured and spontaneous activities for groups and individuals, focusing on socialization, reminiscence, therapeutic exercise, relaxation, and common daily...
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Alzheimer care A++. Good communication with Mom's POA. Listens to family concerns. Mom has adjusted very well in just 5 months. Most patient & caring staff I have ever known. I am confident in their...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
    The Pristine Pines of Wexford is an assisted living community you or your loved can truly call home when living at home is no longer a prudent option. First and foremost, our staff and management are committed to ensuring dignity, privacy and freedom for residents, coupled with...

Cost of memory care in West Deer, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Deer is $5,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Freeport, PA with an average of $4,788 per month.

Memory care costs in West Deer, PA, vs. nearby cities

West Deer, PA
$5,156/mo
$5,017/mo
$5,017/mo

Memory care costs in West Deer, PA, vs. state and national averages

West Deer, PA
$5,156/mo
U.S. national average
$5,537/mo

Memory care costs in West Deer, PA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,156/mo

Memory care costs in West Deer, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,297/mo
Studio
$6,191/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,407/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,056/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,250/mo

Senior living costs in West Deer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: West Deer, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Deer, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,156/mo$5,441/mo$5,537/mo
Assisted Living$3,763/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$3,765/mo$4,354/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
West Deer, PA:$5,156/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,441/mo
U.S.:$5,537/mo
Assisted Living
West Deer, PA:$3,763/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
West Deer, PA:$3,765/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in West Deer, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in West Deer and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in West Deer, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in West Deer have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
West Deer, PA$6,302/mo$7,138/mo-11.7%
Pennsylvania$6,268/mo$5,753/mo+9.0%
National$6,282/mo$5,847/mo+7.4%
West Deer, PA
2024 average cost:$6,302/mo
2023 average cost:$7,138/mo
Percent change:-11.7%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,268/mo
2023 average cost:$5,753/mo
Percent change:+9.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,282/mo
2023 average cost:$5,847/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in West Deer

Recent reviews for memory care in West Deer

Paramount Senior Living at Cranberry in Mars, PA

4.0
My loved one was at Paramount at Cranberry on hospice for a brief time after a medical decline. They were a bright spot for our family during a very dark time.

Hemsley House of McCandless in Pittsburgh, PA

4.0
I feel that they are doing a great job with mom. The whole family feels that this community has brought life back into mom. Mom has become the natural social butterfly since coming here. The staff is very attentive and accommodating to mom.

Walden's View Senior Living in North Huntingdon, PA

5.0
After many months of using an in home caregiver for mom we decided we just couldn't do it anymore. My mom was lonely an we were all snapping with each other. Since we moved her to Waldens view she is like a new person. She has made some new friends, goes to all kinds of activities they have ...
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West Deer review score based on 83 family reviews

8.1
Review score16 facilities83 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 83 reviews of 16 West Deer memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Deer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

West Deer review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
West Deer, PA16 facilities
8.3
Tarentum, PA26 facilities
8.3
Arnold, PA31 facilities

Review subcategories for West Deer memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 83 reviews of 16 West Deer memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Deer resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
West Deer, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.8
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West Deer memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Deer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Deer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in West Deer memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in West Deer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Deer, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Deer memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of West Deer Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Deer, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Deer memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of West Deer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Deer, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Deer memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of West Deer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Deer, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Deer memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in West Deer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Deer, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in West Deer

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in West Deer protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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