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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hershey, PA
Memory care in Hershey 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 Hershey is about $5,578 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 172 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Hershey Memory Care Facilities | 172 Reviews
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59 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
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72 reviews
When we walked into Viva we knew it was going to be special. It felt welcoming and comfortable; the residents seemed happy and the staff were friendly and helpful. We decided it was the best place for my...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.7
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22 reviews
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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5.9
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6 reviews
The reason for my rating is. My dad passed away before he could enjoy anything He did not complain to much about the food. The people that helped me when I could find someone were friendly, however 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.
Oak Hill Village is a senior living community located in Middletown, a small borough in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. You can find this sleepy little town next to the Susquehanna River. In town, you will find a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants to enjoy. Let yourself stroll through...
8.9
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13 reviews
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.
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Cost of memory care in Hershey, PA
The average cost of senior living in Hershey is $5,578 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewisberry, PA with an average of $5,455 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Hershey
Recent reviews for memory care in Hershey
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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Oak Leaf Manor South in Millersville, PA
5.0
We chose Oak Leaf Manor South because of word of mouth, we have a friend who had her mom in here and they had all good things to say. I have never heard a bad thing about this community. Her room size is great for her needs. The staff members have been great about communicating and keeping us ...
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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna in Harrisburg, PA
5.0
When needing a community for our aunt, the people at Arden were fantastic with getting assessments done and making us feel comfortable that we were making a good decision. She was well cared for and loved during her short time there. I would highly recommend Arden Courts for anyone looking for a ...
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Hershey review score based on 84 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 84 reviews of 5 Hershey memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Hershey 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
Hershey review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Hershey 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 84 reviews of 5 Hershey memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Hershey 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.Hershey, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.0
3.9
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Hershey memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hershey memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hershey, 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 Hershey 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 Hershey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
47.9%
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
80%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Hershey 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 Hershey Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hershey 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 Hershey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Hershey 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 Hershey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hershey, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hershey 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 Hershey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hershey, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
60%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Palmyra Senior Living, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna and Artis Senior Living of West Shore are the top-rated memory care facilities near Hershey, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Hershey, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Hershey, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Hershey, 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 Hershey, 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 Hershey, Pennsylvania ranges from $698 to $14700. The average Memory Care cost in Hershey, Pennsylvania is $5,578. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Hershey, 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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