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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wakena, PA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Wakena, A Place for Mom can help. With 10 memory care facilities in Wakena, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Squirrel Hill North, Friendship and East Liberty.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Greensburg, Indiana and Irwin.

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My reason being the majority of the staff take their duties seriously but there a couple that are definitely only on the job for a paycheck, constantly complaining and stir the pot. [name removed] has been...
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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I was very pleased with Brookdale and the way my husband was treated. I would rate all the categories a five. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience.
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.
Located in a valley surrounded by the scenic Laurel Mountains with great views of the countryside, we have both personal care home and memory care all on one campus, so you’ll have the care you need when you need it.  Here you have the freedom to experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your...
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Everything with 4's have been fine but I feel there's always room for improvement. My mother has not liked the food and has told them to see if they can do better.
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.
Greensburg, Pennsylvania is a beautiful place to live, offering old world charm with modern amenities. If you have been considering finding a place for your loved one to stay, you need look no further than New Haven Court at Lindwood. Located within the city, we pride ourselves on being able to...
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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I think like most places, Juniper is understaffed. The administrators and staff are very nice and caring but the caregivers did not push showers if the resident refused. While I realize they cannot force a...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized nationally for both quality and innovation. Harbour Assisted Living and Memory Care/Monroeville affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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The facility was homey and the staff was caring and liked her. They weren't allowed to use chair or bed alarms and then they said she needed one on one care that they would not provide. I had to pay extra...
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.
Here we can help create a sense of belonging and purpose for your loved one.If you and your family are looking for a memory care community, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our...
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I can’t begin to find the words to express the gratitude that both [name removed] and I have for the loving care provided by the wonderful staff of the [name removed] Memory Care Center throughout the 3...
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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This is now Murrysville Rehab, and Nursing Health and Wellness. They have been really good. I would highly recommend them. They are really good at keeping couples together, and even in the same room.
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.
When you think "nursing home," what usually comes to mind is a place for people who need long-term medical care. That's true of our nursing home, but we also offer short-term help for people who just need to get back on their feet after an illness or injury. Whatever your specific needs, our goal...
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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.
As you get older, you will probably have more medical issues to deal with than you previously did. This is not a bad thing, it is just a fact of life that must be addressed accordingly. One way to address this is through the help of Geri-Care Plus. At our senior living facility, we will give you...
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If your family member is at a stage in life where daily help is needed, I would highly recommend the Country Cottage Personal Care home in the Latrobe area. If your family member can still drive and get...
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.
Country Cottage Personal Care is located on beautiful grounds in Pennsylvania. With St. Vincent Lake within a very short drive of Country Cottage, there are many great ways that you can explore the outdoors while still getting the personal care your loved one may need. There are some options...
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Cost of memory care in Wakena, PA

The average cost of senior living in Wakena is $4,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Apollo, PA with an average of $4,574 per month.

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

Wakena, PA
$4,162/mo
$5,483/mo
$5,442/mo

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

Wakena, PA
$4,162/mo
U.S. national average
$5,362/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,162/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,175/mo
Studio
$5,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,597/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,211/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Wakena over time

Wakena, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Wakena

Recent reviews for memory care in Wakena

Easy Living Estates of New Stanton in Hunker, PA

4.4
We're very pleased with the care at this community with one major issue. It's a lovely place, very clean, and the staff are friendly. However, they cannot deal with any sort of intravenous care. Any sort of IV has to be done elsewhere, which may be an issue for some residents.

Walden's View Senior Living in North Huntingdon, PA

5.0
After many months of using an in home caregiver for mom we decided we just couldn't do it anymore. My mom was lonely an we were all snapping with each other. Since we moved her to Waldens view she is like a new person. She has made some new friends, goes to all kinds of activities they have ...
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The Seasons of Saxonburg

4.0
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.

Wakena review score based on 72 family reviews

9.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 72 reviews of 8 Wakena memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wakena 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

Wakena review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
Wakena, PA8 facilities
8.5
Saltsburg, PA94 facilities
8.5
Avonmore, PA98 facilities

Review subcategories for Wakena 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 72 reviews of 8 Wakena memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wakena 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.
Wakena, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Wakena memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wakena memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wakena, 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 Wakena 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 Wakena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
66.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
49%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
73.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
89.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
62.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
73.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wakena 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 Wakena Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
75.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
71.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
26.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wakena 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 Wakena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
50.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
16.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Wakena 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 Wakena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wakena, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wakena 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 Wakena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wakena, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
55.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
62.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center, Heritage Grove at Indiana and Brookdale Latrobe are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wakena, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.

There are 10 memory care facilities near Wakena, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Wakena, Pennsylvania is Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Wakena, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wakena, 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 Wakena, 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 Wakena, Pennsylvania ranges from $5 to $100000. The average Memory Care cost in Wakena, Pennsylvania is $4,162. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Wakena, 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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