Memory Care Communities in Henderson, Nevada

Memory care in Henderson is less expensive than the national average by $1,063 per month. Seniors in the city also pay $125 less than the Nevada average of $4,687. Henderson is in the middle of the range when compared to other Nevada cities. Reno’s average is slightly less at $4,312, while in Carson City the average price is $4,775 per month. Care is more expensive across the state border in nearby Lake Havasu City, AZ, which has an average cost of $5,875.

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

The average cost of memory care in Henderson is $4,562 per month but can vary based on the facility chosen and the level of care needed.

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 Nevada page.

Adult day health care is the most affordable senior care option for older adults in Henderson. The average price is $1,820 per month. Assisted living costs average $3,650, and this includes around-the-clock care. In-home care and home health care in Henderson cost $4,767 per month and provide a range of services in the home. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $8,273 for a semiprivate room.

The Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance is responsible for licensing and regulating assisted living facilities in Henderson and the rest of Nevada. The state formally refers to these communities as residential facilities for groups, which includes memory care communities. The bureau conducts inspections and investigates complaints to ensure standards of care are met.

• Henderson has two main general hospitals: Henderson Hospital and Dignity Health – St. Rose Dominican Siena Campus. Between these two facilities, seniors can access specialist geriatric, cardiology, stroke and wound care. There are additional specialty and rehabilitation centers in the city and other hospitals in the larger Las Vegas area. 
• Helping Hands of Vegas Valley runs a transportation program for residents aged 60 and over. This service has no cost to clients and can provide rides for medical appointments, grocery shopping and other errands. Clients must be Nevada residents who meet income requirements.
• Henderson is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. The city’s leadership is committed to making Henderson a great place to live for people of all ages. An action plan has been developed to help it meet its public transit, health care and housing affordability goals. 
• The cost of living in Henderson is around 16% higher than the national average. However, seniors with health conditions can save money, as the cost of health care is 7% lower than in an average U.S. city. In addition, older adults living in memory care facilities have fixed costs, which can help manage budgets.
• Nevada’s tax system can help Henderson seniors with memory care costs. There’s no state income tax, leaving more money available for senior care. Although sales tax in Henderson is high at 8.375%, prescription drugs, durable medical equipment, groceries and newspapers are exempt.
• Henderson has an overall crime rate of 19.74 crimes per 1,000 residents. Its violent crime rate of 2.4 crimes per 1,000 residents is less than the Nevada average of 4.3 and the U.S. average of 4. The property crime rate of 17.34 is also lower than state and national averages.