What is Memory Care?
Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
These secure facilities are designed to provide supervision and senior care for those with Alzheimer's or Dementia. The caregivers at Memory Care Facilities are required to receive special senior care training and have extensive work experience caring for seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia. In addition, these assisted living facilities all have a security system in operation that prevents residents from wandering.
Services provided by Memory Care
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24-hour staffing
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help with personal hygiene and grooming
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dressing and clothes selection
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showering and bathing
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assistance with eating
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continence management
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medication management
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housekeeping and laundry service
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exercise programs
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social programs and activities geared toward the memory-impaired
Cost of Memory Care
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Most memory care services are paid for with private funds. The average cost for memory care communities varies depending on services provided, such as:
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Level of care needed
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Stage of dementia
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Type of room ( Shared or Private)
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Location
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Medicare does not cover the cost of any assisted living facility and rarely does Medicaid. However, some state or federal programs, like the Veteran’s Aid and Attendance benefits, may help cover the cost.
