Approximately 3,331 people in Racine, Wisconsin, have Alzheimer’s disease. The total estimated population of Racine is 77,542, with 11.7 percent of residents aged 65 and older. Residents of Racine who require memory care have four memory care facilities in the city from which to choose.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Bureau of Assisted Living, Division of Quality Assurance is responsible for regulating community-based residential facilities (CBRFs) in Racine and the rest of the state. Facilities that provide care for residents with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia must complete a disclosure form as part of the licensing process and must adhere to specific regulations.