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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sanford, PA
If your loved one needs memory care in Sanford, A Place for Mom can help. With 16 memory care facilities in Sanford, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Sanford incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sanford memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sanford, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Corry, Wallaceville and Marvin.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Corry, Wallaceville and Marvin.
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If I could not be in my own home, this is the only place I’d want to be. Everyone here is so friendly and goes above and beyond for the residents. There’s always someone here to help. Lovely atmosphere,...
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 Residence at Presque Isle Bay is seated at the center of one of most amazing natural resources in the eastern United States. From birdwatching, to fishing, to gazing at the ever-changing landscape of the lake and sky, you will admire the beauty of nature on a daily basis. Our team makes us...
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This place is a blessing for families. They are very supportive and take very good care of us and feed us well. Keep us busy with fun things to do.
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.
Living with Alzheimer’s disease can be a challenging, confusing and frightening experience. Familiar surroundings become foreign, daily tasks get muddled and faces of loved ones may become unfamiliar. That’s why Memory Garden strives to foster an environment that promotes our residents’ sense of...
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38 reviews
I tell everyone that I can't imagine a better place or a better staff than the Magnolia House!!I say it is a wonderful place , there is not one bad thing I could say...the staff are amazing, so kind to 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.
Our Community is a newly renovated assisted living offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located on 3+ acres in a tranquil setting and cozy environment, giving our residents the perfect atmosphere of socialization,...
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9.3
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14 reviews
Let me start by saying she was only there for a little over a month. She loved it there compared to [community name removed] She quickly went down hill with difficulty eating and drinking. She was...
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.
Independence Court - The Experienced Choice Independence Court of Erie At Independence Court of Erie, we believe enhanced personal care should enhance your lifestyle. Located in a peaceful suburban wooded area, our residents enjoy elegant settings, a wide variety of social activities and...
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6 reviews
I have been a resident at Westlake Woods for 4 months. The staff tries to be responsive to resident needs and unplanned absences and turnover have a demise impact on that.
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 facility is well maintained, and the staff are nice to deal with. Compared to several other facilities that I looked at Parkside was the best choice. The nurses were friendly and addressed any concerns 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.
Parkside at North East is located right on Gibson Park, in the heart of the historic town of North East. Our Community is within walking distance of churches, banks, the McCord Public Library, post office and a variety of shops and eateries. Offering fifty one, beautifully styled one and two...
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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.
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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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.
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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.
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 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
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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We just moved my father in to the memory care and the staff is incredible. They are friendly smiling and welcoming. They are paying attention to the treatment plan and the residents. They call everyone by...
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 on a charming 23 acre campus in Fredonia, NY, Fredonia Place provides residents with assisted living while also promoting their independence through a host of support services. When seeking an assisted living environment for your elderly loved one, you want to know that they will have the...
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Cost of memory care in Sanford, PA
The average cost of senior living in Sanford is $5,476 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oil City, PA with an average of $4,165 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sanford, PA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sanford, PA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sanford, PA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Sanford
Recent reviews for memory care in Sanford
Parkside at Glenwood in Erie, PA
4.0
My mother has recently moved into this community and so far I am pleased with how things are going for him. The staff have been attentive to her needs and I am comfortable with the care they are providing. I like that there are a lot of activities available to the residents and the staff always ...
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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.
Sanford review score based on 70 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 14 Sanford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sanford 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
Sanford review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Sanford 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 70 reviews of 14 Sanford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sanford 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.Sanford, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.0
Value for cost*
4.6
4.0
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Sanford memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanford, 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 Sanford 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 Sanford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sanford, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sanford 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 Sanford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sanford, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanford 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 Sanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sanford, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanford 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 Sanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sanford, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanford 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 Sanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sanford, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.6%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Residence at Presque Isle Bay, Memory Garden and The Magnolia are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sanford, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 16 memory care facilities near Sanford, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sanford, Pennsylvania are The Residence at Presque Isle Bay, Memory Garden and The Magnolia. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 16 memory care facilities near you in Sanford, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sanford, 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 Sanford, 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 Sanford, Pennsylvania ranges from $1509 to $9210. The average Memory Care cost in Sanford, Pennsylvania is $5,476. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sanford, Pennsylvania typically starts at $1509. 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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