Secure Memory Care in Drexel Hill, PA
Secure memory care in a small, home-like setting. Located in Lansdowne, PA — just 1.5 miles from Drexel Hill.
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.
Secure Memory Care in Drexel Hill, PA
Drexel Hill sits in Delaware County, where the price of secure 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 Drexel Hill family budgeting secure memory care should know three Delaware County numbers: $4,200 – $7,800 a month for personal care, $6,300 as the assisted-living median, and $30 – $34 an hour for home care. Our all-inclusive rate starts at $5,900 and covers the overnight, the meals and the nurse oversight — about 5 minutes away via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Drexel Hill families ask us who secure 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 Drexel Hill Shopping Center takes about 5 minutes.
What separates secure memory care from the other options in Delaware 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 Drexel Hill families usually discover after a hospital readmission.
The short answer
Bell Elite Senior Living provides secure memory care for Drexel Hill, PA families from a licensed 6-resident personal care home in Lansdowne, PA — 1.5 miles and about 5 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 Drexel Hill
1.5 miles, about 5 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: Drexel Hill Shopping Center, Aronimink Golf Club, Drexel Hill Middle School.
How Secure Memory Care Works for a Drexel Hill Family
Dementia does not follow a schedule, so the secure 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.
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 secure memory care, 1.5 miles from Drexel Hill — about 5 minutes via Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476.
Why Families in Drexel Hill Choose Bell Elite for Secure Memory Care
Key benefits that set us apart from larger facilities
Nurse oversight for secure memory care
Secure 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."
Secure Memory Care in Drexel Hill: the setting
Six residents total — the whole house, for secure memory care as much as for anything else. A Drexel Hill family can learn every name and routine in one visit.
What Drexel Hill families actually pay
At $5,900 to $7,500 a month, secure memory care here is priced below the Delaware County assisted living median of about $6,300 while including the nurse oversight those buildings bill as an upgrade.
Getting to us from Drexel Hill
The secure memory care handover from Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min) or from home is managed by the nurse — medication reconciliation, first-week check-ins and a family call on day three.
How Secure 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 Secure 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 Secure 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 Drexel Hill, PA
a close-knit Delaware County community just minutes from Lansdowne, known for its tree-lined streets and family-friendly atmosphere. Drexel Hill families choose Bell Elite for our proximity and our nurse-led approach to personal care.
Families from Drexel Hill 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 Drexel Hill and the surrounding Delaware County area.
Nearby Landmarks
- Drexel Hill Shopping Center
- Aronimink Golf Club
- Drexel Hill Middle School
Nearby Hospitals
- Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min)
- Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital (8 min)
Why Choose Bell Elite for Secure Memory Care in Drexel Hill?
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 Drexel Hill choose our nurse-led home over large facilities
Transparent Pricing for Drexel Hill 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 Drexel Hill 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
Secure Memory Care in Drexel Hill — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does secure memory care cost in Delaware County?
Plan on $5,900 to $7,500 a month here for secure memory care, 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 long is the drive from Drexel Hill for a secure memory care visit?
Roughly 5 minutes by car (1.5 miles) using Baltimore Pike, MacDade Boulevard and I-476, so evening secure memory care visits from Drexel Hill are realistic rather than a weekend expedition.
What oversight applies to secure memory care in Delaware County?
Pennsylvania DHS licenses personal care homes under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 and inspects them on a published schedule. Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) can also confirm which funding a Drexel Hill family qualifies for.
Does secure memory care feel restrictive?
No. While our home is secured, it still feels like a real home — not a locked ward. Residents enjoy comfortable common areas, a garden, and daily activities. Security is integrated naturally so residents feel at home, not confined. For a Drexel Hill family specifically, that means a 5 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 is secure memory care?
Secure memory care provides a safe, monitored environment for seniors with cognitive decline who may wander or become disoriented. Bell Elite offers secure memory care in a small, 6-resident home with controlled access and 24-hour caregiver supervision. For a Drexel Hill family specifically, that means a 5 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 happens if a resident needs hospital care at Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min)?
The nurse sends the plan and medication list with the resident, coordinates with Delaware County Memorial Hospital (5 min), and manages the return instructions.
Does Bell Elite accept VA benefits for Drexel Hill 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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