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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Wayne, PA

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If your loved one needs memory care in West Wayne, A Place for Mom can help. With 38 memory care facilities in West Wayne, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in West Wayne incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. West Wayne memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in West Wayne, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cedarbrook, West Oak Lane and Chestnut Hill.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Philadelphia, Palmyra and Warminster.

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This transition has been not an easy one for my mother but the staff at the Bright View have been incredible. She’s finally participating in activities and engaging with other residents.
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 on East Germantown Pike in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Brightview East Norriton is the area's only full-service, rental retirement community. This inviting community brings together the best apartments and convenient services for Independent Living as well as support and care for...
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It has been such a pleasure working with the ladies who run 'The Residence'. I am helping my dad and step-mother and have needed lots of guidance...and, while i can't see the property until it's completed, i...
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.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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My mom is a newer resident at Brightview Wayne and everything has been great so far. The staff seem very responsive, she likes the food and the move in process was smooth.
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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My parents were previously residents at Brandywine Living at Upper Providence and this facility was overall good. It's a beautiful place. The food is good. The activities are great, they even have a hair...
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Dunwoody Village is a continuing care retirement community located on 83 acres in Newton Square, PA. Founded in 1924, Dunwoody has always been a community where excellent healthcare is a priority. We expanded our assisted living accommodations to meet the growing needs of seniors who require...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The chef was excellent. The food was specially made and they could accommodate dietary needs. The care was wonderful. a great staff team. and always at least one nurse on site. They had a...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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I recently spent 3 weeks at The Meadows while recovering from a fractured hip and hip replacement surgery. I recommend this place very highly. There was one aide who worked the night shift who consistently...
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, 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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Riddle Village Life Care
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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My mom has been here 14 years. My mom went in here independent and loved it and has since then moved to more care. She gets involved in so many activities. We have eaten here many times and the food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of memory care in West Wayne, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Wayne is $5,871 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Collegeville, PA with an average of $5,774 per month.

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

West Wayne, PA
$5,871/mo

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

West Wayne, PA
$5,871/mo
U.S. national average
$5,405/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,871/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,072/mo
Studio
$5,991/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,613/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,376/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in West Wayne over time

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What families are saying about memory care in West Wayne

Recent reviews for memory care in West Wayne

Morningside House of Exton

2.8
Overall it was a decent place. Some things could be improved, but better than the homes that except Medicaid. Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, as with anywhere nowadays there were a few that did as little as possible. Our person often told me they would take forever to get her to ...
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Brandywine at Senior Suites in East Norriton, PA

5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing. My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA

4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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West Wayne review score based on 243 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 243 reviews of 38 West Wayne memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Wayne 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 Wayne review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for West Wayne 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 243 reviews of 38 West Wayne memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Wayne 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
3.9
3.9
Value for cost*
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4.0
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West Wayne memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Wayne memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Wayne, 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 Wayne 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 Wayne that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.9%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.7%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.7%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in West Wayne 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 Wayne Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Wayne, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.4%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.8%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.8%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Wayne 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 Wayne partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Wayne, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.1%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.2%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
60.5%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.7%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.2%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in West Wayne 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 Wayne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.5%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.4%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Wayne 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 Wayne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
68.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.7%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.4%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.8%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.8%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.9%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
65.8%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.8%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
65.8%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
47.4%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.8%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.4%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chestnut Knoll, Sunrise of Lafayette Hill and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Wayne, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 38 memory care facilities near West Wayne, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The 38 memory care facilities near you in West Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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 Wayne, Pennsylvania ranges from $151 to $12995. The average Memory Care cost in West Wayne, Pennsylvania is $5,871. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in West Wayne, Pennsylvania typically starts at $151. 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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