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South Mountain Memory Care
4.8 (108 reviews)Emmaus, PA
Assisted Living and Memory Care in Emmaus. Confirm current services and availability directly with the community.
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South Mountain Memory Care in Emmaus, Pennsylvania is a small, standalone memory care community serving people with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive impairments. The community uses a “small house” design with restricted window openings and secure garden fencing, private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, abundant natural light, and consistent staffing assignments. Staff receive specialized training for dementia care and activities are developed by a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to support cognitive, social and physical functioning.
Daily life includes freshly prepared meals with seasonal menu items that draw on vegetables from an on-site garden, small-group gathering spaces, and programming intended to reduce overstimulation and promote wayfinding through distinct neighborhood colors. South Mountain is located in the Lehigh Valley just outside Allentown with regional road access from major routes; it describes itself as dedicated solely to memory care.
- Starting at
- $5,350/mo
- Care options
- 2 available
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- Community reviews
- 108
Key amenities
Pool & outdoor spaces
Garden
Fitness & wellness
Fitness programs
Housekeeping
Housekeeping and linen services
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Social activities
Community-sponsored activities
Staff & support
12-16 hour nursing
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- 12-16 hour nursing
- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
- Accept incoming residents on hospice
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Administer insulin injections
- Air-conditioning
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Beauty salon
- Cable
- Care with behavioral issues
- Community operated transportation
- Community-sponsored activities
- Coordination with health care providers
- Diabetes care
- Diabetes diet
- Dining room
- Family education and support services
- Family private dining rooms
- Fitness programs
- Fully furnished
- Garden
- Hospice waiver
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Internet
- Located close to shopping centers
- Meal preparation and service
- Medication management
- Mental wellness program
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Move-in coordination
- Outdoor patio
- Outdoor space
- Parkinson's care
- Physical therapy
- Planned day trips
- Preventative health screenings
- Private bathrooms
- Rehabilitation program
- Respite program
- Restaurant-style dining
- Scheduled daily activities
- Small library
- Special dietary restrictions
- Specialized memory care programming
- Transportation arrangement
- Transportation to doctors appointments
- Wifi
Care options available
Memory Care
Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
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Pricing & residences
Monthly rates starting at
$5,350 / month
Rates and availability can change. Ask the community for a personalized quote and details about included services.
| Residence | Monthly rate |
|---|---|
| Shared room | $5,350 |
| Residence | $6,295 |
Resident & family reviews
4.8 · 108 reviewsSouth Mountain Memory Care was the ideal place for my dad who suffered from vascular dementia. From the first visit until the last, the entire staff made the family feel comfortable with this difficult decision. The smallness of the facility combined with the home-like feel and warmth of the staff were a few of the reasons why we chose and stayed with SMMC. Their continued readiness to modify their processes to accommodate my father’s moods and changes in personality showed their compassion towards him. Even at his most difficult, they had continued patience and suggestions to try to make him…
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South Mountain Memory Care was the ideal place for my dad who suffered from vascular dementia. From the first visit until the last, the entire staff made the family feel comfortable with this difficult decision. The smallness of the facility combined with the home-like feel and warmth of the staff were a few of the reasons why we chose and stayed with SMMC. Their continued readiness to modify their processes to accommodate my father’s moods and changes in personality showed their compassion towards him. Even at his most difficult, they had continued patience and suggestions to try to make him happy. The facility is open to families 24/7 which was a plus at the end when we wanted to ensure he was with family. I can’t say enough positive things about the entire staff and their willingness to work with the families and make the patients feel at home.
South Mountain Memory Care is a wonderful place, a beautiful facility with a great and caring staff. We looked at many places before choosing this facility for my husband, and as soon as we got to know this place and the people, we knew this was the perfect place for him. The price is very reasonable in comparison with the quality of the care provided. We couldn't recommend it highly enough. Thanks to everyone at SMMC for all they do!
This facility is great ,I was lucky to find it. This being a smaller facility was great because they can give more care to the residents . They keep the residents very clean. And they keep the facility very clean. All of the staff are very nice and caring. They took great care of my mom while she was there. Thank you to all who work there. Lucy
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The peace of mind I have knowing my loved one is in such good hands is priceless. I highly recommend SMMC to anyone looking for a compassionate, supportive environment for their loved one. Thank you to the entire team for your dedication and care!
South Mountain has gone above and beyond for my family since day one. We were at another facility in the area that was horribly mismanaged. After identifying medical errors in my mom’s care at her first facility, I found South Mountain. Careen was empathetic, knowledgeable and caring - she was a delight to work with during that incredibly stressful time. Luckily, the team at South Mountain was able to get my mom transferred into their facility quickly. We have been there now almost one year and it has been a huge relief to know my mom is well cared for. I highly recommend South Mountain to anyone considering a memory care facility.
Loving staff that truly care about the resident's and their family's wellbeing
Faced with the difficult decision of moving our loved one to memory care was not easy. After much research and a few visits, Careen and the team at SMMC made our decision less stressful by showing concern, compassion, and respect for our loved one. The "small house" model is exactly as described, warm and welcoming. From day one, the team provided the support needed to us and our loved one. The team takes the time to know each resident and engage with them on a daily basis. The care is genuine. We are forever grateful.
Mom was only there for 4 months. She passed away after a cancer diagnosis in October. The director and nurses were extremely kind and kept me informed of issues with mom's health & welfare. The entire staff was caring and I felt totally confident that mom was well taken care of.