Memory Care Communities in York, Pennsylvania

Memory care costs in York are higher than the national average of $5,625 and the state average of $5,125. Its monthly average memory care costs are in alignment with nearby cities, such as Lancaster, which is about $50 higher. As you travel further east, monthly memory care costs in cities, including Philadelphia and Reading, are about $219 and $263 higher, respectively. The northeastern city of Scranton has the lowest average memory care costs in the state, which are $3,293 per month lower than the costs in York.

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

The median cost for memory care services in York, PA, is $6,888 per month. These costs vary depending on the location, services provided and amenities.

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.

Adult day care is the most affordable senior care option available, averaging $1,517 per month. Seniors wishing to remain in their homes may consider in-home care, which averages $4,767 per month or home health care, which averages $4,744 per month. Assisted living facilities in York provide 24/7 support, such as assistance with activities of daily living, and cost an average of $5,510 per month. Those requiring 24/7 memory care in a secure setting can expect to pay an average of $6,888 per month.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health handles the regulation and licensure of all memory care facilities in the state, including those located in York, PA. It also conducts annual and surprise inspections, as well as investigates all nursing home complaints.

• York County was inducted as a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network in 2020. The county has taken great strides to increase accessibility of services to those with disabilities and improve ADA compliance in public areas, including parks and other recreational areas.
• Seniors living in York have access to both the Wellspan York Hospital and UPMC Memorial.Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is also only a short drive. Veterans living in York can receive services at the York VA Clinic or the nearby VA Lebanon Healthcare System.
• The cost of living score in York, PA, is 91.5, which is lower than both the state score of 94.6 and the national score of 100. Housing and transportation services, in particular, score substantially lower than the state and national averages.
• On average, York sees more than 200 sunny days during the year. Summers can be hot with an average temperature of 86 degrees F, while winters can bring an average low temperature of 21 degrees F and an average snowfall of 23 inches.
• While the crime rate in York, PA, is significantly higher than the national average for both violent and property crimes, it’s important to note that the majority of these crimes are isolated in specific areas. Many outlying areas have crime rates that align with the national average.