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How Many Memory Care Facilities Are in California?
Date Updated: July 26, 2024
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Rachel Lustbader is a writer and editor with a background in healthcare and technology. Her work has been published on websites including HealthCare.com, BiteSizeBio.com, BetterHelp.com, Caring.com, and PayingforSeniorCare.com. She studied health science and public health at Boston University.
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There are 1,498 memory care facilities in California. The cost of memory care in the state is higher here than the national average. Memory care is either provided in a specific community for memory care patients or as part of an assisted living community.
Who Is Memory Care For?
Memory care is for senior residents who develop conditions that affect memory, such as Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The care provides a safe and secure environment for people who may wander off or get lost. Services include personal care, such as washing, dressing and taking medication, plus planned social activities in a group setting, such as arts and crafts and gardening.
What Are the Advantages of a Memory Care Facility?
The main advantage of memory care facilities is the level of personalized support residents receive. Memory impairment can cause individuals to forget to take medication, feel isolated and wander off. Trained staff can help keep residents secure and provide daily help with living activities, such as personal hygiene, eating and dressing. This maintains a higher quality of life. Planned activities and socializing help residents avoid loneliness and create a stimulating environment for improved mental and emotional well-being.