In Hugo, a small city of nearly 15,000 residents, a little less than 10 percent of the population is made up of seniors 65 and older. For those who require memory care and support for dementia disorders such as Alzheimer's Disease, there are four memory care facilities to choose from in Hugo. An additional 48 facilities are also located nearby in cities such as Minneapolis, North Oaks and White Bear Lake.Â
Throughout Minnesota, an estimated 94,000 seniors have Alzheimer's Disease or another form of dementia. That's why it's so important that memory care facilities are available to seniors throughout the state. These facilities are known officially throughout the state as special care units and are closely regulated by the Minnesota Department of Health. The staff in special care units are trained to care specifically for residents with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias.Â