Viva Memory Care in Dresher, located in Dresher, Pennsylvania, is a senior living community specializing in assisted living with a focus on memory care services for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility is dedicated to providing a secured environment featuring spaces specifically designed to accommodate individuals experiencing memory loss. Residents at Viva Memory Care benefit from personalized care plans and 24-hour staffing to ensure both safety and engagement. The facility offers a memory care-only approach, and its secured community design includes indoor and outdoor walking paths to provide residents safe opportunities for physical activity and fresh air.
Care and medical support at Viva Memory Care center around key services such as medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, ambulatory care, and assistance with all activities of daily living. Staff provide full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, aiming to address the varied levels of care needed for daily function. The community also offers specialized psychiatric care and accepts residents with psychiatric concerns. An on-site optometrist service is available, and regularly scheduled fitness programs include yoga and chair yoga for adaptable exercise options. Other amenities include a barber and beauty salon to support personal grooming and well-being. Residents benefit from a wide range of clubs and structured activities, supporting engagement and social interaction within a community setting tailored for those with dementia.
Transportation services at Viva Memory Care include complimentary transportation, which is available for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service is designed to assist residents in attending medical appointments, local outings, and errands, thereby supporting their overall health and social participation outside the facility.
According to family and resident feedback, Viva Memory Care is generally well-regarded for its care quality, cleanliness, and commitment to memory care. The staff are frequently described as compassionate and communicative, with efforts made to keep families updated and involved. Activities and the individualized approach to dementia care are often recognized as strengths, and the environment is considered supportive during major transitions, including challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic. However, reviews also highlight some concerns related to staff turnover, perceived understaffing, and occasional lapses in personal care and maintenance, especially during periods of increased census or administrative changes. Overall, while most families express satisfaction with both nursing and activity teams, there is some variability in service consistency associated with staffing and management transitions.
As of mid-2024, Viva Memory Care’s services, amenities, and specialized focus on memory support remain unchanged, with no major recent updates reported.
Costs at this community start at $4,900 and range up to $10,646. The average price in the community is $7,773, which is more than the average price in the area of $6,282. 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.
