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Memory care in West Hanover 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 Hanover is about $5,664 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 9 communities, read 276 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
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9.7
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51 reviews
9.7
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51 reviews
5 star
64%
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5 for all! I have never known my aunt to be so happy. It is an incredible place. The therapy dog visits are a great highlight, and the universal kindness and good humor of all the staff. We can't believe our...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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9.1
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73 reviews
9.1
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73 reviews
5 star
43%
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What we like the most about Viva Senior Living is the overall friendly atmosphere and I would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
Live Vibrantly. Live Viva.Our VisionWe are dedicated to the continuation of vibrant living in a safe and comfortable home-like setting.Living VivaAging is an inevitable part of life, but losing life's spark doesn't have to be. We strive to create an environment where our residents can...
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22 Floor plans available
8.2
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45 reviews
8.2
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45 reviews
5 star
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We've had a good experience with Brookdale Harrisburg. But there was a lot of confusion when we moved my parents in with paperwork and payments. I'd strongly suggest making copies of any forms you fill out.
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.
Your home should bring out the best in you.If you want to redefine your independence, come see if our senior living community is the right fit for you. Located in the historic town of Harrisburg, we have both personal care home services and memory care all on one campus, so you’ll have the care...
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3131 Floor plans available
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7.7
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22 reviews
7.7
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22 reviews
5 star
32%
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They do have ad addition of hospice care if needed. Staff is typically very friendly but there does seem to be a good amount of turnover+ seemingly many others leaving Harmony for other facilities giving...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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7.5
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13 reviews
7.5
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13 reviews
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It's well worth a visit. I've recommended Butler St. Senior Living to many family members considering a place for their love ones. We picked this community because of the price, location and staff.
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.
Our newly-renovated residential community has been designed to create a homey, neighborhood feel. The building accomodates personal care and memory care living. Offering a range of activities, outings, and cultural and educational opportunities, Butler Street ensures that residents are as active...
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8.9
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Country Meadows is a wonderful home. My mother lived in independent living and my father needed more care in Pathways. My mother and father made many new friends. My mother loved exercise class with...
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.
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.
Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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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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Cost of memory care in West Hanover, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Hanover is $5,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wiconsico, PA with an average of $5,391 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Hanover, PA vs. nearby cities

West Hanover, PA
$5,664/mo
$5,591/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Hanover, PA vs. the state and national average

West Hanover, PA
$5,664/mo
U.S. national average
$5,413/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Hanover vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,664/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in West Hanover, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,373/mo
Studio
$5,856/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,608/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,810/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in West Hanover over time

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What families are saying about memory care in West Hanover

Recent reviews for memory care in West Hanover

Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA

3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
The past 60 days has been an overwhelming journey for our family as we navigated our parents hospitalizations, rehabilitations, moves from an independent living facility to assisted living at Country Meadows, and the eventual death of our father. It’s not an understatement to say that the staff ...
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Country Meadows of Hershey

4.9
When I realized my sister was no longer able to live alone in her home due to dementia, I felt overwhelmed. A friend suggested that I look into Country Meadows. From the get-go, the Country Meadows staff answered my many questions and allayed my concerns. [name removed] and [name removed] ...
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West Hanover review score based on 104 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 104 reviews of 9 West Hanover memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Hanover 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 Hanover review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
West Hanover, PA9 facilities
8.4
Hummelstown, PA10 facilities
8.4
Penbrook, PA17 facilities

Review subcategories for West Hanover 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 104 reviews of 9 West Hanover memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Hanover 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 Hanover, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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West Hanover memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Hanover memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Hanover, 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 Hanover 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 Hanover that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Hanover, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.6%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
72.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Hanover 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 Hanover Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Hanover, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
44.4%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Hanover 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 Hanover partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Hanover, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
49.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in West Hanover 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 Hanover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Hanover, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Hanover 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 Hanover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Hanover, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 memory care facilities near West Hanover, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in West Hanover, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in West Hanover, Pennsylvania, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in West Hanover, Pennsylvania, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in West Hanover, Pennsylvania ranges from $698 to $14700. The average Memory Care cost in West Hanover, Pennsylvania is $5,664. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in West Hanover, Pennsylvania typically starts at $698. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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