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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shirksville, PA

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

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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.
We are a unique senior adult residence in Lehigh County, specializing in personal health care services for individuals living with Alzheimer or dementia. We adopted a university proven method of service. The services at Cornerstone Living provides exceptional security & compassionate care...
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All the staff have been wonderful with my mom from keeping her busy with activities, crafts and cooking. With Mom having dementia, it has been many years since she would participate in any of those. When we...
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.
Brookdale Grayson View was built in 2000 and is a proud member of the Brookdale family. Brookdale is one of the largest retirement community providers in the United States and serves thousands of seniors by providing customized care, signature programs and quality of life for each of our...
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All 5. The place is excellent. The facility is very nice, home like feeling. The residents are wonderful. The staff is great. Clean environment. Activities daily to meet the residents needs. Movies, music...
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.
Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Allentown
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I believe it was a good unit, and it was perfect for the care of my brother. It is difficult to place patients with mind disorders. Not every place can take care of them properly. They might say they can,...
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.
Arden Courts of Allentown is the first memory care community of the Lehigh Valley, serving residents and their families for over 25 years. We spent more than 5 years researching and developing the design, layout and programming of the community. It is NOT a dementia unit, locked hall or wing like...
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Staff very friendly and supportive. Very helpful in transporting to Dr Appointments. They provide multiple activities throughout the day and week. They could do a little better in accommodating guests with...
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.
Heather Glen offers a tranquil setting where seniors can maintain their independence with access to professional staff 24/7. Both residents and families find comfort in knowing that our experienced staff provides personalized services and nursing care.Based from the Six components of Health,...
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Very friendly staff clean, no odors. My mom seems to love the food lots of activities that seem to keep her busy she enjoys The Hair Dresser. She enjoys the entertainment they bring in. She likes the size....
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.
Heritage Mill Personal Care Home in Tower City, PA is the ideal backdrop for your long-term care in a peaceful environment. You’ll find yourself feeling just like you’re at home with your own family. Located right near the bustling town center, this home is perfect for those who need a little...
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All the staff have been there for any questions or issue I have or my brother has had. Staff are visible and make themselves available every time I'm there. They approach me with any new issues with my...
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.
Retirement should be about finding new interests and actively engaging in life, but it is also a time to sit back and reflect on life and to rest and relax. Serenity Gardens is a senior living community in the small town of Kulpmont, Pennsylvania offers residents a chance to find themselves in...
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I hear the complaints of experienced workers complaining how there is little or no training for the new people. [name removed] and I have experienced this to our annoyance, too. Sometimes, there is no...
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.
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Photo of Magnolias of Lancaster
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Kind, concerned and personable staff. Yes we would recommend Magnolias of Lancaster to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Magnolias of Lancaster provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other memory impairments. Magnolias of Lancaster offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique...
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I moved my mom from another facility due to the additional care she needed. Amoroso has been a much improved experience. The care staff is much larger and attentive to my mother's needs. Having experienced...
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.
Amoroso Wellness at York is a senior living community located in York, PA, which is a historical city in York County and home to just over 43,000 people. Amoroso Wellness at York offers the highest level of care to our seniors in a quiet, home-like setting. At Amoroso Wellness at York, our...
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Photo of Seaton Springwood
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8.5
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60 reviews
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60 reviews
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4 only because no place is perfect but they are very good at taking good care of my Aunt and she seems very happy there. I would recommend Seaton Smallwood
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.
The Haven at Springwood offers a safe, secure environment with delicious meals, great activities, beautiful apartments, and varying levels of care provided by licensed staff as needed.
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Generally quite clean. Excellent ability to communicate with leadership at any hour. most staff were wonderful. Food was subpar to be honest but wasn't a real priority for us. Activities were fine. 3-11...
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.
For more than three decades, The Arbor Company has been dedicated to providing the lifestyle and amenities that keep seniors feeling their very best. The newest addition to the Arbor Terrace family, Arbor Terrace Exton is a senior living community slated to open in early 2021. It will be a place...
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All 5 except #8.it is a good value but everything is a la carte. They raised the rent, but mom was on a fixed income. She and we couldn't afford it anymore. They were wonderful and kind. My mm loved her...
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.
Located in historic Maytown Pennsylvania, minutes from Lancaster, York, Elizabehtown, and Hershey, Paramount Senior Living at Lancaster County is surrounded by the scenic farmlands that make Lancaster County so special. Paramount Senior Living offers much more than a place to live, we offer a...
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I would rate the above 5. The staff is wonderful but my Dad is not happy there and we are in the process of moving him to Celebration Villa in Lewisburg.
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.
Three meals per day plus snacks Assistance with all Activities of Daily living including: bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication monitoring and management. Coordination of medical appointments. Linen and Housekeeping services. Scheduled transportation for all planned events and...
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It is very personable there. Yes, we for sure would recommend Evergreen Estates to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Evergreen Estates Retirement Community is committed to giving the type of care that we would want and expect in a home where we would place our own parents and loved ones. Evergreen Estates Retirement Community is owned and operated by Titan SenQuest Inc. since 2001. At Evergreen Estates...
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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.
Spring Mill Senior Living, a monthly rental community, represents a new beginning for senior living in Chester County. Offering the most extensive range of services in the area, residents receive a full suite of amenities: like meals served in a beautiful dining room, scheduled transportation to...
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Actually, the whole experience was very good. We checked out several different places before we found the woods. This is the only one that she's liked all around, including the people, the food, and the...
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.
The Woods at Cedar Run is a senior care facility located in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. We offer three different care options including independent living, personal care and memory care. Though each option is different they all offer an exceptional amount of individualized care and service. Our...
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If someone asked me I would absolutely recommend Bethany Village. The application and move in process was very easy. My mother-in -law has been enjoying the optional activities. The culture among the...
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.
MapleWood Assisted Living at Bethany VillageMapleWood’s private suites are bright, inviting residences with kitchenettes that you can decorate with your own personal touches. Caring staff provide just the right amount of support, so you can live life just the way you want and get back to spending...
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5 on each. Although Mom was only there for a short time care was excellent and everyone was so friendly. I was impressed either way the entire experience. I was sorry that Mom was not in a position to...
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.
Autumn House East and Autumn House West offer three levels of care based on your individually assessed needs, including assistance with daily care, housekeeping and medication administration. As your needs change, we can modify the level of assistance by providing onsite special needs management,...
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We had a good experience at eagle view, but my dad passed away in [date removed]. They were very compassionate about it. I know some folks had issues but I did not really experience that. Only a couple of...
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.
Introducing Eagleview Landing, the newest senior living community in Exton, PA. The location just outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is close to perfect. The comfort of Independent Living, Personal Care and Memory Care is reassuring. And the luxury? Isn't that always nice? Eagleview Landing is...
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All are 5...Were pleased. The size. Large enough to offer opportunities but small enough to not be overwhelming. The "loop" all on one floor. Can't get disoriented!
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.
We are committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend of Lancaster, we...
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Everyone in the administrative process were helpful and answered all our questions to our satisfaction. The staff at the front desk were friendly. When we saw the house keepers the were polite and 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.
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The staff was EXTREMELY helpful and supportive in the whole process. This placement happened in less than 72 hours. The WHOLE staff bent over backwards to get the room ready for move-in and in assisting us...
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.
Home is where the heart is and a whole lot more.If you’re looking for a senior living community where you can explore new hobbies and strengthen your sense of purpose, we might be the right fit for you. With both personal care home services and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus, you’ll...
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We had issues when my mom was admitted with her not receiving her meds for over 36 hours. Some of them critical (Coumadin). The patient care assistants took very good care of my mom and took extra time...
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.
Located on the West Shore, just a few miles off Interstate 81, Legend at Silver Creek offers beautiful amenities, spacious apartments, and the area’s best personal care and memory care services. Here, residents enjoy a maintenance-free independent lifestyle focused on wellness for the whole...
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We had issues when my mom was admitted with her not receiving her meds for over 36 hours. Some of them critical (Coumadin). The patient care assistants took very good care of my mom and took extra time...
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.
Located on the West Shore, just a few miles off Interstate 81, Legend at Silver Creek offers beautiful amenities, spacious apartments, and the area’s best personal care and memory care services. Here, residents enjoy a maintenance-free independent lifestyle focused on wellness for the whole...
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Cost of memory care in Shirksville, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shirksville is $5,471 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Branchdale, PA with an average of $3,990 per month.

Memory care costs in Shirksville, PA, vs. nearby cities

Shirksville, PA
$5,471/mo
$5,671/mo
$5,745/mo

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

Shirksville, PA
$5,471/mo
U.S. national average
$5,339/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,471/mo

Memory care costs in Shirksville, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,065/mo
Studio
$5,523/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,870/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,052/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,135/mo

Senior living costs in Shirksville 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: Shirksville, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShirksville, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,471/mo$5,400/mo$5,339/mo
Assisted Living$4,642/mo$4,283/mo$4,587/mo
Independent Living$3,730/mo$4,165/mo$4,064/mo
Memory Care
Shirksville, PA:$5,471/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,400/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
Assisted Living
Shirksville, PA:$4,642/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,283/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Independent Living
Shirksville, PA:$3,730/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,165/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Shirksville

Recent reviews for memory care in Shirksville

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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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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Vibralife in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
This facility is poorly run, poorly staffed and neglects the residents who are designated in the rehab section of the facility. I would never endorse this facility for any person. Your loved one will be hurt and his/her needs will not be satisfactorily met.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful and attentive caregivers. Many reviews mention the caring and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Allentown, the staff went above and beyond to ensure a smooth transition for a resident with behavioral issues, while at South Mount ...
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Wide range of activities to promote engagement. Residents find joy in the diverse offerings of activities at different communities. For example, at Manor At Market Square, morning activities included exercise classes and trivia games, while at Seaton Springwood, music, crafts, and outdoor trips kept residents active and engaged. At Maple ...
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Consistent and effective communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the open lines of communication between their loved ones' care teams at various communities. At Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, the director returned calls promptly and kept families informed, while at Chestnut Knoll, the staff went the extra mile to make sure families ...
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Extensive training and experienced staff for dementia care. Several reviews highlight the importance of well-trained staff for memory care, as at Legend of Lancaster, they noted a significant difference in care when staff had experience working with dementia patients. At Senior Commons at Powder Mill, the staff showed empathy and patience towards res ...
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Home-like environments for a comfortable transition. Residents and their families value the welcoming and homelike atmosphere at various communities. At Berkshire Commons, the memory care unit was recognized by the Alzheimer's Association for its dementia care education and warm, homely environment. At South Mountain Memory Care, the clean and ...
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Flexible and accommodating policies for individual needs. Reviews showcase the importance of accommodating individual needs at different communities. For example, at Seaton Springwood, staff were flexible with residents' schedules and activities, and at Harmony at Hershey, they worked with families to address loved ones' unique circumstances. At C ...
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Shirksville review score based on 774 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 774 reviews of 98 Shirksville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirksville 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

Shirksville review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Shirksville, PA98 facilities
9.0
Jonestown, PA6 facilities
9.0
Lebanon, PA6 facilities

Review subcategories for Shirksville 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 774 reviews of 98 Shirksville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirksville 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.
Shirksville, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shirksville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirksville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirksville, 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 Shirksville 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 Shirksville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.7%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.8%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.6%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.3%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.9%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.7%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirksville 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 Shirksville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.9%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.8%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirksville 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 Shirksville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
56.1%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.4%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirksville 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 Shirksville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirksville, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.8%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.1%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
41.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.5%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirksville 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 Shirksville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirksville, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.6%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.8%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.2%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.2%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.7%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.8%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Palmyra Senior Living, Keystone Villa at Ephrata and Chestnut Knoll are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shirksville, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 101 memory care facilities near Shirksville, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shirksville, Pennsylvania are Palmyra Senior Living, Keystone Villa at Ephrata and Chestnut Knoll. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 101 memory care facilities near you in Shirksville, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirksville, 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 Shirksville, 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 Shirksville, Pennsylvania ranges from $1 to $14700. The average Memory Care cost in Shirksville, Pennsylvania is $5,471. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shirksville, Pennsylvania typically starts at $1. 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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