Finding The Best Senior Memory Care Community In Central Virginia For You Or Your Loved One!
Our senior living advisors have the expertise and knowledge to help you decide on the right memory care in Richmond and surrounding areas for your family member to thrive.
What Is Memory Care?
Memory care communities are designed for people with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. These communities often have smaller staff-to-patient ratios than other senior living options. They're also designed to meet the specific social, medical, and safety needs of people with cognitive impairment.
What Are The Benefits Of Memory Care?
Designed to provide a safe, structured environment that encourages independence and maximizes socialization for seniors with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.
Provide many of the same services as AL, but with extra structure and support to help residents navigate their day.
A secure setting with door alarms, elevators that require a code, and/or enclosed outdoor spaces to keep residents safe from wandering and elopement.
Memory Care vs. Long-Term Care
The main difference between memory care and the long-term care community is that memory care is specifically for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia.
Memory care communities tailor their services, amenities, and activities toward best helping those with cognitive impairment. Residents living in memory care usually meet assisted living criteria, meaning they can still do some of their activities of daily living.
Whereas long-term care facilities provide full-time nursing care for those with chronic (long-term) or acute conditions, including those whose Alzheimer’s or dementia has progressed to a point they need total care.
“Jennifer asked me what I was looking for and listened to my concerns. She was patient, kind and even made me laugh during this stressful time. From booking my tours for me and meeting me at every location, Jennifer was punctual and understanding and found the perfect place for us.
I feel so emotional knowing that there are earthly angels such as Jennifer to help guide families needing to find their parents or loved ones in an accompanying caring living facility.
Benchmark Senior Solutions is heaven-sent!"
– D. Newton
Frequently Asked Questions For Memory Care
In The Richmond, VA Area
What is the average cost of memory care in Virginia?
Costs can vary depending on the community. Many memory care facilities offer an all-inclusive monthly rate, while others may charge a la carte based on the resident's individual care needs.
How do I find memory care facilities near me?
At Benchmark Senior Solutions, we consider location as well as other important factors to help narrow down a list of communities right for your individual situation.
How do you know when it's time for memory care placement for a loved one?
Because cognitive decline affects everyone differently, knowing when it's time for memory care placement can depend on the person. With that being said, someone with Alzheimer's or dementia is most likely no longer safe living alone if they are injuring themselves or putting themselves in danger (i.e., wandering outside the house).
At Benchmark, we believe looking for placement should happen before your loved one actually needs it. Our senior living advisors are licensed healthcare professionals with a combined 35+ years of clinical and operational experience in the senior living industry throughout Virginia, so we can help you find the right place.
Does Medicare pay for memory care?
Medicare doesn't cover the cost involved with a residential memory care community. They primarily cover short-term costs associated with skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitative care, including in-home therapy and rehab services.
Need help finding the right memory care facility in Central VA?
With over 35 years of experience and partnerships with the memory care communities in the area, we can help you find the perfect community to meet your loved one's needs without any charge to you.