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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Westmoreland County, PA for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Westmoreland County

Westmoreland County has a population of about 353,000 people, and 22 percent of them are aged 65 or over, the age range most impacted by Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. In Pennsylvania, 280,000 seniors have Alzheimer's disease, and there are four memory care facilities in Westmoreland County to care for local seniors who require specialized care.

In Pennsylvania, these facilities are called assisted living residences and licensed by the state's Department of Aging or the Department of Public Welfare.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • The cost of living is Westmoreland County is 88, much lower than the state and national averages of 100. Housing costs at 67 are a fraction of the national median and could affect memory care fees thanks to lower operating costs.
  • In Westmoreland County, the crime rate is 31, on par with the national average. However, property crime at 29 is much lower than the national average of 38.1. Although seniors in memory care are safeguarded by video surveillance and secure locks, family members may wish to ask what additional steps are taken to keep their loved ones safe.
  • At 62, the air quality in Westmoreland County is just above the national average of 58, as measured by the EPA's National Air Toxics Assessment. Seniors with chronic respiratory conditions may be able to breathe a bit better here than in similar cities across the U.S.
  • In Westmoreland County, the temperature range is between 20 and 83, offering four seasons to seniors who enjoy a change of scenery. Sperling's Comfort Index gives the county a 49 out of 100 (best), which is somewhat lower than the U.S. average of 54. Family members might want to ask might what measures are taken to keep residents warm in the winter months and cool and comfortable when it grows hotter.

Paying for Memory Care in Westmoreland County

Memory Care costs in Westmoreland County start around $5,869 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Westmoreland County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in Pennsylvania

Mahoning County

$6,352

Butler County

$5,948

Westmoreland County

$5,869

Allegheny County

$5,838

US

$5,694

Beaver County

$4,550

Clearfield County

$4,525

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Westmoreland County

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Pennsylvania page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Pennsylvania page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Westmoreland County

Westmoreland County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Westmoreland County, please visit our Memory Care in Pennsylvania page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Westmoreland County

Westmoreland County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Raymond

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brookdale Murrysville

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...

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Jane1

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Murrysville

Brookdale Murrysville was very clean. It didn't have any odors or anything like that. We were shown a few of the rooms, and they were all decent size. The patients and their families had already...

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Patti

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Mountain View Memory Care

My mother was at Mountain View Memory Care and she received very good care. They knew her personally. They knew her likes and dislikes. Her nurses were wonderful with her, very kind, and very...

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