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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waynesboro, PA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Waynesboro, A Place for Mom can help. With 66 memory care facilities in Waynesboro, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County.  This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions.  We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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.
Odyssey Assisted Living at Montevue is an assisted living community located in a quiet, unique and upscale neighborhood in Frederick, MD. It is a world-class memory care community living designed to assist residents to remain social, while enjoying the things that they loved doing before their...
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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.
Woodland Assisted Living is a beautiful adult care community located in Lovettsville, VA. We pride ourselves in giving the best quality care possible for the many residents living in the home. We understand how important it is for you to feel comfortable living your elderly parents in our care,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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I've had some dear friends with loved ones there and I've been there a few years ago. I know they were very happy with the care and it's a very, very nice place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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...
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Cost of memory care in Waynesboro, PA

The average cost of senior living in Waynesboro is $5,662 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arendtsville, PA with an average of $4,030 per month.

Memory care costs in Waynesboro, PA, vs. nearby cities

Waynesboro, PA
$5,662/mo
$4,387/mo

Memory care costs in Waynesboro, PA, vs. state and national averages

Waynesboro, PA
$5,662/mo
U.S. national average
$5,372/mo

Memory care costs in Waynesboro, PA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,662/mo

Memory care costs in Waynesboro, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,156/mo
Studio
$5,997/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,228/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,397/mo

Senior living costs in Waynesboro vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Waynesboro, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaynesboro, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,662/mo$5,453/mo$5,372/mo
Assisted Living$5,242/mo$4,271/mo$4,612/mo
Independent Living$4,584/mo$4,265/mo$4,070/mo
Memory Care
Waynesboro, PA:$5,662/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,453/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Assisted Living
Waynesboro, PA:$5,242/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,271/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Independent Living
Waynesboro, PA:$4,584/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,265/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Memory care costs in Waynesboro, PA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Waynesboro and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Waynesboro, PAPA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Waynesboro, PA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Waynesboro have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Waynesboro, PA$6,659/mo$6,279/mo+6.1%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Waynesboro, PA
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,279/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
Pennsylvania
2024 average cost:$6,647/mo
2023 average cost:$6,175/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Waynesboro

Recent reviews for memory care in Waynesboro

HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
My experience at Heartfields was excellent! I couldn’t have placed [name removed] in a more caring, professional environment. I would recommend Heartfields to anyone. It was a difficult time for me and they made it easier on a daily basis to continue to help [name removed]

Vibralife in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
This facility is poorly run, poorly staffed and neglects the residents who are designated in the rehab section of the facility. I would never endorse this facility for any person. Your loved one will be hurt and his/her needs will not be satisfactorily met.

Country Meadows Of West Shore in Mechanicsburg, PA

4.5
The past 60 days has been an overwhelming journey for our family as we navigated our parents hospitalizations, rehabilitations, moves from an independent living facility to assisted living at Country Meadows, and the eventual death of our father. It’s not an understatement to say that the staff ...
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Waynesboro review score based on 435 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 435 reviews of 60 Waynesboro memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waynesboro 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

Waynesboro review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Waynesboro, PA60 facilities
8.2
Mont Alto, PA10 facilities
8.2
Greencastle, PA9 facilities

Review subcategories for Waynesboro 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 435 reviews of 60 Waynesboro memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waynesboro 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.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.8
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Waynesboro memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waynesboro memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waynesboro, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.3%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waynesboro, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.3%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waynesboro, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.7%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waynesboro, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
51.7%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waynesboro 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 Waynesboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waynesboro, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Waynesboro

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Pennsylvania memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Waynesboro protect seniors.
Learn about Pennsylvania memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolias of Chambersburg, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Bridges of Bent Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 66 memory care facilities near Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania are Magnolias of Chambersburg, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 66 memory care facilities near you in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, 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 Waynesboro, Pennsylvania ranges from $160 to $14009. The average Memory Care cost in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania is $5,662. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania typically starts at $160. 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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