Memory Support in Media, PA
Memory support — gentle guidance, every day. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 4 miles from Media.
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 Support in Media, PA
Delaware County has no shortage of memory support listings and very few homes where the same caregiver knows the same six people a year later. This page is written for the second kind of search.
Delaware County is one of the densest concentrations of personal care beds in Pennsylvania. Personal care rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month, the assisted living median sits near $6,300, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour buys roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite's all-inclusive memory support starts at $5,900 — 4 miles from Media, about 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
What memory support covers day to day: secure, small-home environment with 6 residents maximum, specially trained caregivers in dementia and alzheimer's care, nurse-led medication management and behavioral support, structured daily routine to reduce anxiety and confusion. What it does not: skilled nursing, which needs a clinical facility and which we will tell you plainly before you move anyone from Media.
One question worth asking any Delaware County provider about memory support: who is awake overnight? Not on call, awake. Ours is a caregiver who knows the resident's baseline, and a nurse reachable in minutes — that is the difference between a fall caught early and a night in Riddle Hospital (5 min).
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides memory support for Media, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 4 miles and about 12 minutes away — starting at $5,900 per month with daily registered-nurse oversight.
What Care Costs in Delaware 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 |
| Delaware County personal care home range | $4,200 – $7,800/mo |
| Delaware County assisted living median | $6,300/mo |
| Home care in Delaware County | $30 – $34/hr |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $12,400/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 Delaware County
Pennsylvania personal care homes are licensed and inspected by DHS under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600. That license is the document to ask for before you sign anything.
Licensing body: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Families can also call Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) — cosa runs the county's aging waiver assessments and can confirm which care settings a family can afford.
Getting to us from Media
4 miles, about 12 minutes, via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Mercy Fitzgerald, Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Riddle Hospital are the acute-care systems residents here usually come from.
Landmarks: Media Theatre, State Street Shopping, Ridley Creek State Park.
How Memory Support Works for a Media Family
Memory Support in Delaware County usually starts as a safety question after a missed medication or a night out of bed. We answer it with 24-hour awake staff, a written dementia care plan and caregivers trained to redirect rather than correct.
In Delaware County terms: personal care home rates run $4,200 – $7,800 a month, the assisted living median is about $6,300, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour covers roughly 40 hours a week. Bell Elite is $5,900 to $7,500 all-inclusive for memory support, 4 miles from Media — about 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Why Families in Media Choose Bell Elite for Memory Support
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for memory support
Vitals, weight, skin and appetite are charted every shift and reviewed by the nurse — which is how memory support catches the small changes before they become a Riddle Hospital (5 min) readmission.
Memory Support in Media: the setting
The house holds six, so memory support here is personal by construction: birthdays, church services, a garden, a card game after dinner — not a bus roster.
What Media families actually pay
Home care in Delaware County runs $30 – $34 an hour, which buys roughly 40 hours a week. The same money covers memory support 24 hours a day here, plus meals and nursing.
Getting to us from Media
Move-in help from Media is included: packing, room setup, transferring the pharmacy and introducing the new physician if the family wants one.
How Memory Support 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 Support
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 Support 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 Media, PA
the county seat of Delaware County, known as 'Everybody's Hometown' for its charming State Street dining and shopping district. Media families appreciate Bell Elite's nurse-led care model and our short drive from the Media area.
Families from Media 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 Media and the surrounding Delaware County area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Media Theatre
- State Street Shopping
- Ridley Creek State Park
Nearby Hospitals
- Riddle Hospital (5 min)
- Delaware County Memorial Hospital (12 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Memory Support in Media?
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 Media choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Media 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 Media 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 Support in Media — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does memory support cost in Delaware County?
Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for memory support, all-inclusive. For comparison, Delaware County assisted living medians run about $6,300 before care-level fees, and home care at $30 – $34 an hour only covers around 40 hours a week.
How far is Bell Elite from Media?
About 4 miles and 12 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476. Riddle Hospital (5 min) is the closest acute partner, which keeps the same physicians involved after a move from Media.
How do I verify a Delaware County personal care license before I tour?
Every Delaware County personal care home holds a DHS Chapter 2600 license and is inspected against those regulations; Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) separately screens families for county and waiver-funded care.
How does a small home help with memory support?
A small, stable home with consistent caregivers, familiar routines, and a predictable environment helps reduce confusion and anxiety for people with memory impairment. Bell Elite's 6-resident home provides this ideal setting. For a Media family specifically, that means a 12 minutes drive to our door via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, with Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) handling county funding questions.
What memory support services are included?
Bell Elite's memory support includes 24-hour caregiver assistance, structured daily routines, cognitive activities, nurse-led medication management, secure environment, and family communication — all tailored to each resident's memory care needs. For a Media family specifically, that means a 12 minutes drive to our door via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, with Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) handling county funding questions.
Do you offer trial stays before a permanent move?
Yes — respite stays from a few days to several weeks are the standard way Delaware County families test whether memory support fits.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Media 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. Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) also screens Delaware County residents for state-funded care.
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