Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Homes

Alzheimer’s Secured Living

Many assisted living facilities also have a seperate building, wing, or hall devoted to their memory care unit which is for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These residents generally need more supervision as many have the desire to wander. The facilities are secured, meaning the staff have to push a code to enter and leave each secured door without an alarm going off, keeping your loved one safe. These facilities have everything the main assisted living community offers, such as, meals, medicine, and activities. Many assisted living facilities have an Alzheimer’s unit with in the same facility making the transition easier if your loved one’s condition progresses to a stage where more care is required.

In regards to Alzheimers and Dementia care a residential facility which offers or provides care for a resident with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia must obtain an endorsement on its license authorizing it to operate as a residential facility which provides care to persons with Alzheimer’s disease. A “Residential facility which provides care to persons with Alzheimer’s disease” means a residential facility that provides care and protective supervision for persons with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disease, including, without limitation, senior dementia, organic brain syndrome or other cognitive impairments. These facilities generally cost more money as they require a lot of care, depending on where your located and the quality of care the price can range from $2000-$8000.

The staff are all experienced with dealing with Alzheimers and Dementia, the members of the staff of the facility shall develop a program of activities that promotes the mental and physical enhancement of the residents. Usually facilities will have their employees setup:

  • Activities to enhance the gross motor skills of the residents
  • Social activities
  • Activities to enhance the sensory abilities of the residents
  • Outdoor activities

Many states by law actually require these. Along with some sort of outside area that is fenced off. All exits are secured and alarmed.

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