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

Johnson County, which is located near the state capital city of Indianapolis, has about 154,000 people and a senior community that comprises a little over 14 percent of the population. In this county, roughly one in 10 seniors who are enrolled in Medicare are living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.  

There are five memory care facilities in Johnson County, including four in the city of Greenwood and one in Franklin. The official licensure term for memory care facilities is dementia special care units. DCUs may be located in their own dedicated buildings or within assisted living facilities or nursing homes that specialize in dementia care. 

• According to data gathered by the American Lung Association, the ozone pollution level in Johnson County is very low, with the county receiving an "A" grade for this type of pollution. The county's clean air may benefit seniors with respiratory conditions or cardiovascular disease. 
• In Johnson County seniors pay state income tax on all types of retirement income except for Social Security benefits, which are completely exempt. This may affect how much money can be put toward memory care expenses here.
• The July high in Johnson County is 85 degrees, which is roughly the same as the U.S. average, and January lows are around 18 degrees, which is a few degrees lower than the national average. In spite of its cooler winter temperatures, the county receives just 18 inches of snow annually, which may be good for seniors with mobility challenges. 
• The overall cost of living in Johnson County is high compared to the state average, coming in at about 7 percent higher than the Indiana median. However, living costs are about 5 percent lower than the U.S. average, making the county a relatively affordable option for families seeking cost-effective memory care.  

Memory Care costs in Johnson County start around $6,064 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 Johnson 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.

Johnson 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.