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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Challenge, PA
Memory care in Challenge 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 Challenge is about $5,094 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 44 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.9
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17 reviews
My mother has been a resident of Colonial Courtyard for several years. It is nice that each resident has their own private room where they can be surrounded by their own personal possessions which make them...
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.
Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield assisted living residence is an excellent solution when living alone is no longer an option.Our community offers a dedicated team with experience and dedication to give you around-the-clock assistance if needed in a beautiful living environment. Our new community...
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They are a bit short staffed but most health care facilities are. Our mom is in memory care and we are not displeased with any of the services at Tyrone. I would rank everything a 5. We feel very...
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.
Colonial Courtyard at Tyrone calls the picturesque area of Blair County, between Altoona and State College, home. Just a few minutes off Interstate 99, our community is easily accessible to all of our visitors, Friends and Families. Bordered by charming woods, our facility has a variety...
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My loved one seems to like the food. It is good value for the money. The staff is very interactive, with the residents. They could add more staff. Overall, I would recommend to other families.
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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The staff members we encountered were all very friendly, but during our loved ones stay the activities were still pretty limited. It also was nice to have the memory care unit separate from the other side,...
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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My mom was in because of a broken hip. Every one was so good to both of us. the staff, nurses .aides, therapy, food people, janitors even some of the patients. We were 110 miles from home. Clairon...
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Challenge, PA
The average cost of senior living in Challenge is $5,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falls Creek, PA with an average of $3,653 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Challenge
Recent reviews for memory care in Challenge
Olivia Village Assisted Living Residence in Tyrone, PA
4.7
My loved one seems to like the food. It is good value for the money. The staff is very interactive, with the residents. They could add more staff. Overall, I would recommend to other families.
Cambridge Warren Retirement Community
4.1
The staff members we encountered were all very friendly, but during our loved ones stay the activities were still pretty limited. It also was nice to have the memory care unit separate from the other side, it seemed like they had them more under control and could look out for them better.
Colonial Courtyard Tyrone
4.0
They are doing a great job. The staff is friendly, and it's clean. They are just finishing up a remodel, which they have handled very well. We are excited to have that done, and are pretty happy with them.
Challenge memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Challenge memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Challenge, 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 Challenge 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 Challenge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Challenge, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
48.1%
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
71.4%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
72.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Challenge 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 Challenge Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Challenge, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Challenge 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 Challenge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Challenge, PANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Challenge 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 Challenge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Challenge, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Challenge 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 Challenge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Challenge, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, Colonial Courtyard Tyrone and Olivia Village Assisted Living Residence are the top-rated memory care facilities near Challenge, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Challenge, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Challenge, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Challenge, 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 Challenge, 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 Challenge, Pennsylvania ranges from $1200 to $7317. The average Memory Care cost in Challenge, Pennsylvania is $5,094. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Challenge, Pennsylvania typically starts at $1200. 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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