Memory Care in Ardmore, PA
Memory care with patience, structure, and nurse-led expertise. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 5 miles from Ardmore.
Talk to a nurse, not a salesperson — call (484) 356-1070.
Talk to a Nurse, Not a Salesperson
When you call Bell Elite, you speak directly with a registered nurse — not a sales rep. Our nursing team includes RNs, LPNs, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and Family Nurse Practitioners who understand the clinical realities of aging.
Memory Care in Ardmore, PA
Ardmore sits in Montgomery County, where the price of memory care swings by thousands of dollars a month depending on the setting — and the license behind the building matters more than the lobby.
A Ardmore family budgeting memory care should know three Montgomery County numbers: $5,200 – $9,400 a month for personal care, $7,600 as the assisted-living median, and $33 – $38 an hour for home care. Our all-inclusive rate starts at $5,900 and covers the overnight, the meals and the nurse oversight — about 15 minutes away via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway.
Ardmore families ask us who memory care is really for. In practice: someone who needs help with secure, small-home environment with 6 residents maximum and specially trained caregivers in dementia and alzheimer's care, and whose family wants a nurse — not a rotating aide roster — making the calls. It also covers structured daily routine to reduce anxiety and confusion. The tour from Suburban Square takes about 15 minutes.
What separates memory care from the other options in Montgomery County is who is on the floor at 2am. Here it is a caregiver who knows the resident's baseline, with a nurse on call and a written plan that already anticipates the falls, the refusals and the medication changes that Ardmore families usually discover after a hospital readmission.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides memory care for Ardmore, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 5 miles and about 15 minutes away — starting at $5,900 per month with daily registered-nurse oversight.
What Care Costs in Montgomery County
2026 local survey ranges. Confirm current rates directly with each provider — published rates change quarterly.
| Bell Elite — Essential (all-inclusive) | $5,900/mo |
| Bell Elite — Supportive | $6,500/mo |
| Bell Elite — Comprehensive | $7,500/mo |
| Montgomery County personal care home range | $5,200 – $9,400/mo |
| Montgomery County assisted living median | $7,600/mo |
| Home care in Montgomery County | $33 – $38/hr |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $14,600/mo |
A single all-inclusive rate is the whole bill at Bell Elite. Larger facilities typically add level-of-care fees, medication surcharges and community fees on top of the base rent.
Who licenses care in Montgomery County
Montgomery County personal care homes are licensed by DHS under Chapter 2600, with county protective services able to inspect on complaint.
Licensing body: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Families can also call Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services — the county agency handles options assessments and the aging waiver that can pay for personal care.
Getting to us from Ardmore
5 miles, about 15 minutes, via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway.
Lankenau, Bryn Mawr Hospital and Abington Hospital are the acute-care systems residents here usually come from.
Landmarks: Suburban Square, Ardmore Farmers Market, Ardmore Music Hall.
How Memory Care Works for a Ardmore Family
Dementia does not follow a schedule, so the memory care plan here changes as the disease does — from cueing at breakfast to full assistance at dinner — without a move to another building or a new set of caregivers.
Rates in Montgomery County sit between $5,200 – $9,400 a month for personal care, with assisted living near $7,600. At $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive — 5 miles from Ardmore, 15 minutes away — a Ardmore family can budget memory care for the full year, not just the first month.
Why Families in Ardmore Choose Bell Elite for Memory Care
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for memory care
Memory Care is supervised by a nurse who knows each resident's baseline, so "she seems fine today" becomes "this is not her normal, call the physician."
Memory Care in Ardmore: the setting
Six residents total — the whole house, for memory care as much as for anything else. A Ardmore family can learn every name and routine in one visit.
What Ardmore families actually pay
At $5,900 to $7,500 a month, memory care here is priced below the Montgomery County assisted living median of about $7,600 while including the nurse oversight those buildings bill as an upgrade.
Getting to us from Ardmore
The memory care handover from Lankenau Medical Center (5 min) or from home is managed by the nurse — medication reconciliation, first-week check-ins and a family call on day three.
How Memory Care Works at Bell Elite
Our nurse-led process from first call to ongoing care
Step 1: Memory Assessment
Our PMHNP and RN team assess your loved one's cognitive status, behavioral patterns, and specific dementia care needs.
Step 2: Secure Environment
Your loved one moves into our secure, small-home environment designed to reduce anxiety and prevent wandering.
Step 3: Structured Routine
We establish a consistent daily routine with therapeutic activities designed for cognitive engagement and comfort.
Step 4: Behavioral Support
Our PMHNP oversees behavioral care strategies, medication management, and family education throughout the dementia journey.
Step 5: Family Education
Ongoing family education, support, and communication as your loved one's condition changes.
What's Included in Our Memory Care
All-inclusive care with no hidden fees
A Glimpse Inside Bell Elite
A warm, family-like residence — not an institution. Every space is designed for comfort, safety, and dignity.
See It for Yourself
The best way to experience Bell Elite is in person. Tour our home, meet our nursing team, and feel the difference.
Is Memory Care Right for Your Loved One?
Seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or cognitive decline who need a secure, specialized environment with trained caregivers.
Not sure? Our nursing team offers free, no-pressure consultations to help you decide. Call (484) 356-1070 or schedule a tour.
Serving Families from Ardmore, PA
a vibrant Main Line community straddling Montgomery and Delaware Counties, known for Suburban Square shopping and the Ardmore Farmers Market. Ardmore families value Bell Elite's nurse-led care and our short drive from the Main Line.
Families from Ardmore appreciate that Bell Elite is close to home, making visits easy and convenient. Our central location in Delaware County puts us within easy reach of Ardmore and the surrounding Main Line area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Suburban Square
- Ardmore Farmers Market
- Ardmore Music Hall
Nearby Hospitals
- Lankenau Medical Center (5 min)
- Bryn Mawr Hospital (8 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Memory Care in Ardmore?
Four reasons families trust us with their loved ones
Nurse-Led Care
Registered Nurse oversight of all care plans, medication management, and health monitoring — exceeding standard personal care home requirements.
Only 6 Residents
Our small home means personalized attention, consistent caregivers, and a family-like atmosphere — not an institutional facility.
Family-Owned
Owned and operated by a family, not a corporation. Decisions are made by people who know your loved one, not shareholders.
Licensed & Trusted
Pennsylvania-licensed personal care home with transparent pricing, open communication, and an open-door policy for families.
The Bell Elite Difference
Why families in Ardmore choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Ardmore Families
All-inclusive rates with no hidden fees. VA benefits may reduce costs significantly.
Essential
$5,900/month
Personal care, meals, medication management, and daily activities
Supportive
$6,500/month
Enhanced care with additional assistance and health monitoring
Comprehensive
$7,500/month
Full care including memory care, specialized medical support, and more
Estimate Your Ardmore Monthly Cost
All-inclusive rates, no level-of-care surcharges. Estimates use published Bell Elite rates and typical VA and long-term-care insurance offsets.
Care level
Estimated monthly
$6,500
$6,500 all-inclusive
• Room, meals and 24-hour caregivers included
• Daily registered-nurse oversight
• No community fee, no level-of-care upcharge
What Families Say
"The nurse oversight gives us peace of mind that no other facility could match. Mom is safe, cared for, and happy."
Daughter of resident
Delaware County, PA
"With only 6 residents, the caregivers truly know my dad. It's like having him cared for in a family member's home."
Son of resident
Main Line, PA
"From the first tour, we felt the warmth. This isn't a facility — it's a home. The staff treats residents like their own family."
Family member
Philadelphia, PA
Memory Care in Ardmore — Frequently Asked Questions
Is memory care in Montgomery County affordable on private pay?
Our memory care range runs $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive. Montgomery County personal care homes average $5,200 – $9,400 and assisted living sits near $7,600 — but those figures exclude the medication and care-level charges that appear on the second invoice.
How long is the drive from Ardmore for a memory care visit?
Roughly 15 minutes by car (5 miles) using Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, so evening memory care visits from Ardmore are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.
What oversight applies to memory care in Montgomery County?
Pennsylvania DHS licenses personal care homes under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 and inspects them on a published schedule. Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services can also confirm which funding a Ardmore family qualifies for.
When is it time for memory care?
Signs include wandering, getting lost, forgetting to eat or take medications, personality changes, agitation or aggression, safety concerns, or caregiver burnout. Our nursing team offers free consultations to help families assess whether memory care is needed. For a Ardmore family specifically, that means a 15 minutes drive to our door via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handling county funding questions.
What is memory care?
Memory care is specialized residential care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other forms of cognitive decline. It includes a secure environment, trained caregivers, structured routines, and activities designed for cognitive engagement. Bell Elite offers memory care in a small, 6-resident home with nurse oversight. For a Ardmore family specifically, that means a 15 minutes drive to our door via Route 1, I-476 and the Schuylkill Expressway, with Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services handling county funding questions.
What happens if a resident needs hospital care at Lankenau Medical Center (5 min)?
The nurse sends the plan and medication list with the resident, coordinates with Lankenau Medical Center (5 min), and manages the return instructions.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Ardmore veterans?
Yes. VA Aid and Attendance can offset roughly $2,100 a month of the $5,900 base rate for a qualifying veteran or surviving spouse, and we prepare the paperwork with the family. Montgomery County Aging and Adult Services also screens Montgomery County residents for state-funded care.
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