The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bartholomew County, IN for 2024

Bartholomew County has about 82,000 residents and a senior community that makes up 16 percent of the population. Roughly 13.4 percent of Medicare beneficiaries aged 65 and over in Indiana are living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia compared to the national average of 11.3 percent.

Bartholomew County is home to two memory care facilities, both of which are located in the city of Columbus. Memory care services in this county are provided in dementia special care units, which may either be located in dedicated buildings or within assisted living facilities or nursing homes.   

• The level of ozone pollution, which may also be called "smog," is fairly high in Bartholomew County, and the county was rated a D for this type of pollution from the American Lung Association. Short-term particle pollution levels are very low, however, with the county earning an A for this type of pollution. This may be a consideration for families whose loved one has a condition like asthma or COPD. 
  
• Bartholomew County seniors do not pay state income tax on Social Security benefits, but all other types of retirement income are fully taxable. This may affect how much money can be put toward memory care services here.
  
• On a 100-point scale with a low score representing less crime, property crime in Bartholomew County is on par with the national average at 38.1, but violent crime is slightly more prevalent here than in the nation as a whole, with a rating of 36.9 versus the national average of 31.1. As they're touring the local memory care facilities, families may want to ask about security features like surveillance cameras and alarm systems. 
  
• The overall cost of living in Bartholomew County is similar to that of Indiana as a whole and about 14 percent below the national average. Healthcare expenses here are about 4 percent higher than the state average but about 13 percent below the national average. This may make the county a good option for families with tight memory care budgets. 

Memory Care costs in Bartholomew County start around $5,296 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Bartholomew County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Indiana page.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Indiana page.

Bartholomew County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Indiana are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Indiana page for more information about these laws.