Memory Care Facilities

Who Are Memory Care Facilities For?

Structured programs and activities are available to meet the needs of people with this memory loss disease. Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, chess and several other board games are usually available in Alzheimer’s care centers as it helps stimulate the brain.

Memory Care Facilities provide 24-hour caregiving support and higher level of security to protect those residents that have the tendency to wander. Caregivers and staff members in Memory Care facilities undergo extensive senior care training on how to care for Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients. This ensures that proper quality of care is given to all senior residents with the disease and other forms of Dementia.

Memory Care Facilities serve three healthy and balanced, home-cooked meals to all of their senior residents. Special diet accommodations may also be available upon request. Most Memory Care Facilities provide a high level of socialization among their residents, frequent activities throughout the day, mental stimulation games, pet and music therapy, laundry, hairdressing, medication assistance, transportation to mass service or doctor appointments, and assistance with bathing, dressing, walking and medication management. 

How Much Do Memory Care Facilities Cost? 

On a national average, costs for Memory Care can start as low as $4,000 per month to as high as $8,000 per month. The national average for Alzheimer’s Disease Care is $6,000 which will depend on a variety of factors.

Two Types of Memory Care Facilities

Typically, Residents suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease that have a tendency to wander will require a secure Memory Wing. These Memory Wings are usually located on the property of a large Assisted Living community, but sectioned off to help Memory Loss Residents from getting lost. There can be anywhere from 30 to 75 residents suffering from Alzheimer’s and a typically a 1:6 to 1:12 caregiver-to-resident ratio.