Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Pittsburgh, PA below include 79 memory care communities with 837 reviews. On average in Pittsburgh, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.0 out of 5 stars.
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200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My wife moved into AHAVA Memory Care and I am very satisfied with it. The staff seems very considerate, very kind, and very nice. I have not met the staff personally because of Covid restrictions, but with our communication over the telephone and whe..."
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760 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother has been a resident at Asbury place for about seven years. The staff is very caring and know each resident very well. I know that my mother receives excellent care. She had lost a lot of weight prior to her admission and was looking pale an..."
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745 NORTH HIGHLAND AVENUE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
3.2
(4 reviews)
"My mother has been a resident of Highland Park Care Center. Unfortunately, due to Covid, there are no visits allowed. It was recommended by her physician. It has a memory care unit. She seems to be happy there. They keep me informed as to what's goin..."
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955 RIVERMONT DRIVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
3.0
(4 reviews)
"Overall, I was impressed with the level of care provided by Kane, considering they are a county nursing home. Everything the residents could possibly need was on-site, including medical facilities, gym, physical and occupational therapy, even a beaut..."
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5609 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
2.5
(8 reviews)
"I was a resident on the 3rd floor for two months following trauma surgery for broken hip and wrist. The staff care was very good, the managers of the staff care was also very good, the rehab folks were excellent to me. Everyone was very supportive an..."
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350 Old Gilkeson Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
2.5
(4 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Mt. Lebanon Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, and without knowing about them, I like their physical location. It is close to both my mother's home and my home once I move back to my house. The second thing was that it was r..."
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300 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
"The Residence at Weinberg Village is designed for individuals who wish to remain as independent as possible, but who prefer the security and..."
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3450 Harts Run Rd, Glenshaw, PA 15116
4.8
(13 reviews)
"My husband moved into Harmony at Harts Run. He's in the memory care unit. It's close to me and it's new. The apartments are very nice and very clean. The staff is very nice, except they are short-staffed, and that bothers me sometimes. The ones they ..."
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100 Bella Court, Saxonburg, PA 16056
4.7
(14 reviews)
"My mom loved Magnolia Place of Saxonburg. We put a deposit down for her, her husband, and their dog. However, my mom's husband's kids, after we did all that, said no, that he couldn't afford it. So we just weren't able to go. My mom loved it, and she..."
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125 Apple Blossom Way, Moon Township, PA 15108
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I like Apple Blossom Senior Living. They were great. I liked that the people there looked happy. I felt like it would have been a good choice. We saw the rooms. We have a list of the activities that they do. We saw the menus and the restaurant area...."
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3275 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017
4.6
(22 reviews)
"This facility has been remodeled and it’s absolutely beautiful. The patient and caring staff were there for all my friends needs. Plus she really enjoyed the food!..."
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551 Cooper St, Wexford, PA 15090
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Ashton Commons Senior Living is the perfect place that I want to live. I love it there. It's pretty. It has a nice little house with a washer and dryer. They have a little garage on the side. There are two bedrooms. They have grass and nice flowers a..."
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2589 Mosside Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146
4.6
(13 reviews)
"This may be a longer review but hopefully worth the read. Our mother had reached a point in life when assisted living was necessary. She was VERY reluctant to go. Well it took about 2.5 weeks and she didnt want to leave. The place is clean and wel..."
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5300 Old William Penn Highway, Export, PA 15632
4.5
(12 reviews)
"My mom moved into Brookdale Murrysville three months ago. Everything is fantastic. The people that work there are great. The grounds are nice. The facility is great. The living quarters are fantastic. The activities they provide are excellent and ver..."
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240 Cedar Hill Dr, Mcmurray, PA 15317
4.5
(10 reviews)
"My mother-in-law stayed at Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. It's a very clean facility and has a very professional staff. It seems like a very good place for my mother-in-law to be in. Her room is a suite. It has an area for her bed, a tab..."
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9565 Babcock Blvd, Allison Park, PA 15101
4.4
(15 reviews)
"GS In my eyes you can find a fancy high end place but it is what happens inside those walls. Inside Grace Manor I have found a staff that is caring and kind also who have become family. My mom is in dementia care and she is treated wonderfully. T..."
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3020 Fairport Ln, Cranberry Township, PA 16066
4.3
(13 reviews)
"I went to Atria at Cranberry Woods. The place was fabulous. It was very warm and welcoming. The people were so wonderful, explaining everything, all the wonderful features that the facility has. We went down the hall and literally walked through the ..."
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120 Wyngate Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146
4.3
(8 reviews)
"We went to look at Arden Courts Monroeville. They have a great outdoor area. They have a walkway about half a mile long. It's all in an enclosed area, and that's very important to our particular needs. The facility seemed clean and nice. There were n..."
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45 McMurray Road, Upper St Clair, PA 15241
4.3
(23 reviews)
"I like The Grand Residence at Upper St Clair because they have spacious accommodations for the residents. Their apartments are bigger, so that's nice. It looks like their food is really good. The atmosphere and the way they're decorated is very funda..."
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528 Dewey Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017
4.2
(7 reviews)
"Wonderful! Mom has lived at Halcyon for 8 months and has thoroughly enjoyed it even though she was reluctant to move at first. Each staff member knows more than her name. They can tell you what mom enjoys doing and talking about. Mom has made many fr..."
READ MOREMemory care in Pittsburgh is below the state ($5,125) and national ($5,625) averages. Additionally, Pittsburgh memory care communities cost less than some other cities in the state, including Philadelphia, which costs $7,106 monthly, on average, and State College, which averages $5,648. However, nearby Johnstown costs less, averaging just $3,406 a month for memory care.
Pittsburgh
$4,063
Pennsylvania
$5,125
The United States
$5,625
Johnstown
$3,406
Philadelphia
$7,106
State College
$5,648
Homemaker services
$5,339
Home health aide
$5,339
Adult day health care
$1,495
Assisted living facility
$3,250
Nursing home semiprivate room
$9,733
Nursing home private room
$10,798
When trying to decide how to pay for memory care, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of memory care in Pittsburgh and 59 other cities in Pennsylvania.
In Pittsburgh, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Pennsylvania page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Pennsylvania page.
Between 2022 and 2024, high rates of inflation are projected to push the cost of memory care in Pittsburgh from $4,346 per month to $5,176, an increase of 19.1%. Compared to the U.S. average, Pittsburgh's costs are about 11.9% lower. In Monroeville, the cost of memory care increases from $4,647 per month to $5,534. Residents of Upper St. Clair pay an average of $4,801 per month, up from $4,031. Costs in State College increase from $6,123 per month to $7,293 per month, which represents a 19.1% increase in all three cities.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | $4,346 | $4,798 | $5,176 |
| U.S. Average | $4,863 | $5,369 | $5,792 |
| Pennsylvania | $4,649 | $5,201 | $5,931 |
| Monroeville | $4,647 | $5,130 | $5,534 |
| Upper St. Clair | $4,031 | $4,450 | $4,801 |
| State College | $6,123 | $6,760 | $7,293 |
In Pittsburgh, the cost of care depends on a senior's needs. Independent living features fewer amenities than other options, so it costs a lower average of $3,191 per month. Assisted living communities provide ongoing supervision and personal care for an average of $4,979 per month. Memory care offers specialized support for residents with dementia and other memory disorders, which makes it one of the more expensive options at $4,798 per month.
Assisted Living
$4,979
Memory Care
$4,798
Independent Living
$3,191
There are many resources in Pittsburgh,PA that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring’s Pennsylvania state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging | 800-344-4319 | Each Area Agency on Aging in Pennsylvania operates under the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. Services available to seniors include legal assistance, Medicare counseling and prescription assistance. They can also access information regarding financial exploitation, protective services and the long-term care ombudsman program. Additionally, seniors can receive help with housing and meals. The agency runs the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which is open to qualifying Pennsylvanians who are 55+. |
Whether living in their own home or in a senior living community, Pittsburgh seniors can find financial assistance from numerous local resources. These organizations help residents cover some of the costs associated with in-home or long-term care and connect them with other helpful community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Community LIFE East End | 886-419-1693 | LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly) is a Pennsylvania care program that offers an extensive package of medical and supportive services to seniors aged 55 and older. Care services include dental, audiology, in-home care and medical transportation. To be eligible for LIFE, seniors must live in an area served by a LIFE provider and meet the standard of care needed for a nursing home. |
| LIFE Pittsburgh | 412-388-8050 | LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly) is a Pennsylvania care program that offers an extensive package of medical and supportive services to seniors aged 55 and older. Care services include dental, audiology, in-home care and medical transportation. To be eligible for LIFE, seniors must live in an area served by a LIFE provider and meet the standard of care needed for a nursing home. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Pittsburgh seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hazelwood-Greenfield Meals on Wheels | 888-998-6325 | Hazelwood-Greenfield Meals on Wheels is a program offered by Fishes and Loaves Cooperative Ministries. Its mission is to ensure that seniors in the Greater Hazelwood and Greenfield areas have access to healthy food. Through this program, volunteers deliver a bagged lunch and microwaveable dinner to seniors who are homebound or unable to prepare their own food. Meals are provided free of cost and delivered Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:30 and 11 a.m. |
| Meals on Wheels of Southwest PA - McKnight Kitchen | 888-998-6325 | Through its McKnight Kitchen, Meals on Wheels of Southwest PA provides home-delivered meals to seniors. This initiative aims to support the nutritional needs of elderly residents in the McKnight area who are homebound and unable to shop for their own groceries or prepare their own meals. Program participants receive one hot lunch and one cold dinner on weekdays, delivered by volunteers. This not only ensures that seniors receive the nutrition they need but also provides much-needed social interaction. |
| Meals on Wheels of Southwest PA - North Boroughs / Sewickley Area Kitchen | 888-998-6325 | Through its North Boroughs/Sewickley Area Kitchen, Meals on Wheels of Southwest PA provides vital food assistance to seniors in communities across the Greater Pittsburgh area. Meals are prepared by professionals in a certified, community-based kitchen and delivered by volunteers right to seniors' doors. Deliveries are performed on weekdays and consist of one hot lunch and one cold dinner. This ensures seniors have access to nutritious food and provides an opportunity for isolated individuals to engage in social interaction. |
| South Park Meals on Wheels | 888-998-6325 | South Park Meals on Wheels is a nonprofit program that Grace Lutheran Church in Pittsburgh, PA, manages. The volunteer-led program serves older adults in South Park, Pleasant Hills and nearby areas. Local seniors and people with disabilities can benefit from home-delivered meals. Other items, such as canned goods, pasta and sauces, as well as household essentials, including trash bags and cleaning supplies, may also be available. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Pittsburgh seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Resources for Older Adults - Pittsburgh | 866-761-6572 | Neighborhood Legal Services has licensed professionals who provide free civil legal services to those aged 60 and over in McKeesport. Through this local agency, seniors get benefits counseling and assistance applying for Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income, which can help them cover long-term care service costs. |
| Elderlaw Clinic | 412-648-1300 | Offered through the University of Pittsburgh Law School by students under the supervision of a practicing attorney, this legal clinic focuses on providing services to low-income Allegheny County residents aged 60 and older. Assistance may be available with creating powers of attorney and living wills, incapacity and estate planning, and obtaining public benefits. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Pittsburgh have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Allegheny Home Improvement Loan Program | 412-350-6337 | Through the Allegheny Home Improvement Loan Program in Pittsburgh, seniors can receive up to $10,000 for emergency home repairs at no interest or $23,000 for general improvements at 1% interest. Eligibility requires year-round residence in a single-family home (exceptions apply), owning at least 50% of the property and income limits based on household size. For instance, a two-person household has a limit of $64,250 and an eight-person household is capped at $106,000. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Pittsburgh | 800-841-6899 | Pennsylvania's Weatherization Assistance Program provides funds for increasing energy efficiency and reducing energy costs. Participants may qualify for minor repairs, attic or window insulation, caulking, heating/cooling system replacement or other weatherization services. |
Senior centers in Pittsburgh bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HAL Senior Center | 412-937-3068 | The Monroe Senior Center offers many daily activities, services and programs for adults aged 50 and older in the community. Seniors will find social clubs, a Wii Bowling league, shuffleboard contests, health and wellness programs, monthly craft classes, computer classes, movie days and many monthly special events. The center also offers health screenings, income tax assistance, health care assistance and training classes for senior drivers. There is also a comprehensive fitness program featuring a fully equipped fitness center and many fitness classes. |
Social Security offices in Pittsburgh help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Social Security Offices | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Pittsburgh, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ACCESS Paratransit Service | 412-562-5353 | ACCESS Paratransit Service is a coordinated, door-to-door transportation solution for elderly and disabled residents of the Pittsburgh area who are unable to use the regular fixed-route transit system. Primarily designed for seniors aged 65 and older, the service allows individuals to schedule rides to destinations throughout Allegheny County. Additionally, the program offers person-centered amenities, such as package assistance, hand-to-hand service and step assistance. ACCESS operates 7 days a week between 6 a.m. and midnight. |
Pittsburgh retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Vet Center | 412-920-1765 | Pittsburgh Vet Center, located in Pittsburgh, PA, provides a wide range of services to veterans, returning service members and their families in a comfortable, nonmedical setting. Specially trained counselors help those struggling with mental health, the loss of a loved one, post-traumatic stress disorder or military sexual trauma. For medical benefits, suicide prevention and substance abuse, veterans are referred to the appropriate VA or community programs. |
The Pennsylvania Department of Health oversees long-term care facilities in the state, including memory care communities. This department issues licenses to these facilities to ensure they comply with state guidelines and regulations.Â
Pittsburgh Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Nancy
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Upper St. Clair
My mom moved into Sunrise of Upper St. Clair. The people are just so personable. Every single person is brought out to the community room. They are very attentive. They walk to the units and ask if...
Provider response
Hi Nancy, It is delightful to hear that you have been satisfied with the personalized support provided to your loved one by Sunrise of Upper St. Clair. Our team members share a common goal of...
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Vicki
4.0
Review of Holy Family Manor
My mom is a resident of Holy Family Manor. It's a nice place, very homey. One thing I liked about the place is that she can have a private room at no great cost. The staff is great, and my mom...
Memory Care
Deborah
5.0
Review of Schenley Gardens
My overall tour experience with Schenley Gardens was nice. I was explaining to them that my mother, at one point, was getting up at night and falling when she was here with me, and I wanted her in...
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