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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shay, PA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Shay, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Shay, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Murrysville, Squirrel Hill and Apollo.
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Not a problem except for the meals. My husband is usually not fussy but was very upset with the dining facilities. Food was very inadequate & tasteless. Happy with room & help with getting heat & a recliner...
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.
Indiana Square is a community that offers assisted living and memory care services in Indiana, Pennsylvania. We understand every seniors' needs are different, and thanks to experienced caregivers, those needs can be met through individualized care plans. Round-the-clock compassionate caregivers...
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My mother stayed in Magnolia Place and we were extremely pleased with the care she received during her stay. She passed away during her stay and the staff handled our grief during this time 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.
As of February 20, 2020 Magnolia Place of Saxonburg is under new local ownership and management.Located in the quaint Borough of Saxonburg and inspired by its deep roots and charm, Magnolia Place of Saxonburg blends assisted care and services with tradition and a bridge through time for those in...
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This facility has all private rooms in memory care. The layout for the units is good for the residents, that was one of the main reasons we chose this facility over others we looked into.
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.
Locally owned and managed, The Seasons of Saxonburg provides assisted care and memory care services for your loved ones. Nestled in the quaint borough of Saxonburg, The Seasons has close ties to the community.The Seasons offers on-site 24 hours nursing staff availability and personal care...
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The dining room is clean. If you need to place your loved one in a place, this is worth the money. My loved one is in a private room, the staff take care of the meals, my loved's one laundry, and...
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.
Country Manor Assisted living is situated in the borough on the east bank of the Allegheny River, in beautiful Kittanning, Pennsylvania. Our Senior community is second to none at providing the best quality care for your loved one. Here at Country Manor we recognize the importance and emotions...
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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Everyone at Melody Manor has been great. How they work with my dad and take a personal interest has made a very difficult thing to do, a little easier. Melody Manor is very clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Melody Manor Personal Care Home was started 27 years ago and has been family owned and operated since then. We are a 43 bed facility offering semi-private and private rooms. Each room is decorated in a style that offers warmth and comfort. We have trained and qualified staff members that work...
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Cost of memory care in Shay, PA

The average cost of senior living in Shay is $4,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Worthington, PA with an average of $3,612 per month.

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

Shay, PA
$4,187/mo
$5,343/mo

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

Shay, PA
$4,187/mo
U.S. national average
$5,363/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,187/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,403/mo
Studio
$5,108/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,575/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,000/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shay over time

Shay, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Shay

Recent reviews for memory care in Shay

Magnolia Place of Saxonburg

4.9
They are lovely at this community and very clean from what I have seen. I feel like they need to do some updates and do some organizing. They are very nice and engage and speak with him often. The staff are kind and nice and take instruction well. Whenever I have a question they are very open ...
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Heritage Grove at Indiana

5.0
Indiana Square has been a blessing! At a time of great need and sadness they were welcoming, supportive and nurturing! They led us through the process of moving and finding a new normal with grace and positivity. They seem to thrive for inclusiveness and encourage participation. They do all of ...
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Brookdale Murrysville in Export, PA

4.6
What we like the most about Brookdale Murrysville is the responsiveness of the staff as well as the great communication regarding any health concerns and add items like hair dresser is very convenient

Shay memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shay memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shay, 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 Shay 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 Shay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shay, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
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
83.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shay 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 Shay Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shay, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
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
50%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shay 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 Shay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shay, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
41.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shay 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 Shay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shay, PANational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
40.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shay 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 Shay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shay, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Grove at Indiana, Magnolia Place of Saxonburg and Brookdale Murrysville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shay, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 7 memory care facilities near Shay, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Shay, Pennsylvania is Heritage Grove at Indiana. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in Shay, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shay, 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 Shay, 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 Shay, Pennsylvania ranges from $5 to $100000. The average Memory Care cost in Shay, Pennsylvania is $4,187. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shay, Pennsylvania typically starts at $5. 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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