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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dorrance, PA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dorrance, A Place for Mom can help. With 59 memory care facilities in Dorrance, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Home 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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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My Father has been at Sacred heart about 4 months. We have had a very positive experience with his living there. Almost all of the staff is absolutely wonderful, caring and loving. A few leave a bit to be...
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.
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The private rooms and bathrooms are very nice, we wanted our loved one to have some personal space. The community was very clean, and the staff all seem friendly. It doesn't feel like a nursing home, it's...
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.
The Easton Home is a Presbyterian senior living community. Residents are encouraged to live as independently as possible in this Victorian Mansion. Our Lehigh Valley location is like a bed and breakfast. Residents will be able to enjoy many planned activities, while still designing their own...
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Cost of memory care in Dorrance, PA

The average cost of senior living in Dorrance is $4,715 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Berwick, PA with an average of $3,781 per month.

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

Dorrance, PA
$4,715/mo
$4,646/mo

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

Dorrance, PA
$4,715/mo
U.S. national average
$5,363/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,715/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,324/mo
Studio
$4,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,695/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,923/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dorrance over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Dorrance

Recent reviews for memory care in Dorrance

Tiffany Court at Kingston

5.0
I had looked at 6 facilities in South Carolina and 4 others in PA before choosing Tiffany Court. Tiffany Court was at least a level of magnitude above and beyond all of the others that I visited and assessed. Between the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff and the "homey" atmosphere, ...
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Bethlehem Manor Senior Living

5.0
We have been very happy with Bethlehem Manor, we would highly recommend them to any family. They are a very caring group of people. Our loved one was nervous her first day but they were so helpful with the transition and made her feel comfortable right away. She now has fit right in and is very ...
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Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

5.0
during covid, they are doing a good job of trying to do activities safely. We had zoom calls and eventually they set up plexiglass visiting. The communication has been good throughout covid also. the property is nice, our tour was very nice and we got a lot of information. We are very ...
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Dorrance review score based on 390 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 390 reviews of 54 Dorrance memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorrance 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

Dorrance review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Dorrance, PA54 facilities
7.7
Nuangola, PA54 facilities
7.8
Warrior Run, PA52 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorrance 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 390 reviews of 54 Dorrance memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorrance 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.
Dorrance, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Dorrance memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorrance memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorrance, 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 Dorrance 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 Dorrance that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.7%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.7%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorrance 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 Dorrance Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorrance 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 Dorrance partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
46.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorrance 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 Dorrance communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorrance, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
31.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorrance 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 Dorrance offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorrance, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Green Ridge, Spring Village at Pocono and South Mountain Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dorrance, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 59 memory care facilities near Dorrance, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dorrance, Pennsylvania are The Gardens of Green Ridge, Spring Village at Pocono and South Mountain Memory Care. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 59 memory care facilities near you in Dorrance, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dorrance, 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 Dorrance, 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 Dorrance, Pennsylvania ranges from $1 to $10106. The average Memory Care cost in Dorrance, Pennsylvania is $4,715. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dorrance, 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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