Hemsley House of McCandless, located in Pittsburgh, PA, is a senior care facility offering assisted living as its primary care type with additional specialized memory care services. The community is designed for individuals who require support with daily activities and for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The facility caters to a range of care needs with a focus on promoting well-being, maintaining dignity, and fostering engagement through a variety of on-site amenities and structured activities.

The care and medical support at Hemsley House of McCandless encompass multiple services to address residents’ medical, personal, and social needs. Personal grooming is supported by a barber and beauty salon. Residents also have access to vision care, dental care, podiatry, and physical therapy, all provided by qualified professionals either on-site or through visiting providers. Nurses are available to oversee health services, assist with medical needs, and manage prescribed medications. The facility can accommodate residents needing full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Additional support is provided for those requiring incontinence care and ambulatory care. Diabetes management is available, as is medication management, with tailored plans based on each resident’s health profile.

For individuals requiring end-of-life care, hospice support is available. Hemsley House of McCandless offers specialized memory care services, including secure environments and spaces designed to accommodate memory loss and promote safety. Community and spiritual needs are addressed through clubs, social communities, and support for Catholic residents among other faith-based services. Laundry and dry cleaning is managed by staff to ease daily routines for residents. Supplemental programming includes therapeutic activities such as yoga to promote physical and mental wellness.

Social and recreational life at the community includes varied activities, outings, and wellness programs, allowing residents to engage according to their interests and individual capabilities. Family and resident reviews frequently note the facility’s clean and home-like setting, citing helpful and compassionate staff, individualized attention, and consistent communication—especially during transition periods and ongoing care. Families are encouraged to stay involved and advocate for their loved ones, particularly within the memory care unit, and to clarify expectations regarding staffing levels and care for residents with higher needs. While occasional concerns have been shared around staffing consistency and response times, the majority of families report positive outcomes and improvements in their relatives’ quality of life in the supportive and engaging environment provided at Hemsley House of McCandless.

Costs at this community start at $4,075 and range up to $7,380. The average price in the community is $4,800, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,126. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.