Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center sits on DePaul Center Road in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and you'll find it focused on women living with memory loss like Alzheimer's or dementia, doing so in a quiet personal care home licensed for memory support and tailored care, and the whole place only has 12 private bedrooms, bright and cheerful, each with its own half bathroom, a bed, TV, lift chair, and space for visits or bringing favorite pictures and decorations for comfort, which makes it feel more like home for residents. The care team, specially trained to serve women with cognitive impairments and guided by the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill's tradition, is always around-day and night-helping with bathing, dressing, transfers, medication, and all daily needs, so families know someone's nearby when needed. The community keeps the doors locked and offers a secure outdoor courtyard that's safely enclosed, keeping things comfortable and preventing wandering. There's a friendly atmosphere in the lounge and arts room, a chapel for quiet time, and spaces for crafts, games, pet therapy, singalongs, and other things that brighten up the days, and the women staying here can join regular exercise, visits from doctors, and memory activities, or spend time in the library, garden, and even join the Sisters for Mass and special events.
One thing that stands out is the intergenerational programming, meaning seniors, infants, preschoolers, and school-age kids from the connected Day Care Center share weekly events, crafts, music, and activities so residents enjoy contact with all ages, while kids learn from elders, something that truly brings a special atmosphere and sense of family; adults and children both benefit from shared experiences. Daily life keeps a steady rhythm with therapist visits, mental wellness programs, meal service, laundry, and help with personal care, all rolled into one simple rate, which makes things less complicated for families managing costs. The staff uses a family-centered approach inspired by the Sisters-the spirit of Mother Elizabeth Seton shows in the way folks treat each other with respect, kindness, and patience, and care plans reflect this commitment to dignity for every resident.
Just about everything is designed to keep things familiar and safe-bright common areas for dining or recreation, a small chapel for prayer and reflection, strong medical supervision, and around-the-clock support for those who can't get around easily, plus help for people living with a range of health concerns, like dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, arthritis, or chronic illness. There's a whirlpool tub, beauty salon, and community spaces for social events, movie nights, and religious gatherings, so women get the chance to socialize and make friends, or enjoy a quiet morning in the garden if that's what they'd like. The Center works with the adult day services network for the state, stays involved with newsletters and outreach, and sets its programs to encourage lifelong learning and a sense of belonging, never losing sight of the goal to maintain independence and dignity day by day.
