Memory Care Communities in Maplewood, Minnesota

Memory Care costs in Maplewood start around $3,511 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 Maplewood 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.

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 Minnesota page.

Maplewood is home to more than 40,000 residents, and nearly 20 percent of its population is 65 years or older. Some of these residents are in need of memory care because of Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other cognitive impairments. In fact, throughout the state, 94,000 seniors have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia disorders. 

In the Maplewood area, there are 57 memory care facilities, officially known in Minnesota as "Special Care Units," that provide assistance to residents with dementia. The Minnesota Department of Health closely monitors and provides regulations for memory care and assisted living services, which are often housed within the same facility due to the similar provisions for each level of care.

• Air quality in Maplewood and throughout Ramsey County is generally good and has been assigned a passing grade by the American Lung Association, meaning the risk it poses to seniors and other vulnerable groups is minimal.
  
• The Maplewood area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as St. John's Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. 
  
• The cost of living in Maplewood is more than 10 percent higher than the national average, which may make the area too expensive for some seniors, particularly those with limited income and savings. However, the cost of healthcare in Maplewood is 12 percent lower than the national average, so seniors who require frequent medical attention may find the city to be more affordable.
  
• Crime rates in Maplewood could be a cause for concern for some seniors and their loved ones. While only 2.67 violent crimes occur per every 1,000 residents in Maplewood each year, a significantly higher number, 45.65, of property crimes occur for every 1,000 residents. By comparison, only 2.43 violent crimes and 21.33 property crimes occur per 1,000 residents on average throughout the state annually.