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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Longmont, CO for 2024

 

According to the Alzheimer's Association, around 10.8% of seniors 65 and older has an Alzheimer's diagnosis. Of those 85 and older, this number increases to an estimated 33%. 16.2% of Longmont's population of nearly 99,000 is 65 or older, putting them at risk of developing Alzheimer's or related disorders. The prevalence of Alzheimer's has been increasing, and this trend can be seen in Longmont as well. In 2016, Alzheimer's was linked to 7.99% of all deaths. In 2020, this number increased to 8.22%.

As symptoms of cognitive decline increase over time, some seniors may require admission into a specialized memory care facility. There, they can receive evidence-based dementia care designed to alleviate symptoms and improve their quality of life, as well as assistance with daily living tasks. Often, memory care communities offer activities such as pet therapy, arts, aromatherapy and other stimulating options to engage the senses and encourage memories.

This guide focuses on memory care in Longmont, including information on regulations, benefits and drawbacks and an overview of costs. It also provides local resources for seniors in memory care.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Longmont

Colorado's Department of Public Health & Environment regulates assisted living communities, including memory care facilities in Longmont and the rest of the state. They outline provider requirements, oversee licensing and investigate complaints about long-term care facilities. They also perform routine inspections to ensure adherence to regulations and provide a directory for the general public to locate facilities by type.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Longmont

 

  • Longmont residents experience all four seasons, with summer highs hovering around 89 degrees and winter lows around 13 degrees. While the winter averages 36 inches of snow per year, the area sees an average of 247 days of sunshine. This is much higher than the U.S. average of 205 days.
  • Longmont's water quality index is ranked 100/100. While this is based on the watershed quality, the EPA asserts that healthy watersheds closely relate to the quality of drinking water.
  • Boulder County, including Longmont, has been a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network, which means that it is dedicated to meeting the needs of senior residents by making necessary improvements to infrastructure and services. The county's plan includes improving access to affordable housing and health care for seniors.
  • Longmont has 322 physicians per 100,000 people, which is over 50% more than the national average of 210. Residents should have no trouble finding quality health care providers. It's also home to a UCHealth Neurology Clinic, where residents can receive high-quality care for Alzheimer's and similar conditions. The clinic provides advanced diagnostic and treatment technology.
  • Generally, Longmont is considered a safe city. On a scale of 1 to 100, Longmont scores 19.1 for violent crime and 35.4 for property crime. The national averages are 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. Memory care communities are often safer as they typically employ security measures that deter would-be criminals.
  • On an index with 100 being the national average, the cost of living in Longmont is a 120.3. While this is higher than the U.S. norm, it's also on par with the state. However, the cost of health care scores an 85.5, meaning it is more affordable to receive care in Longmont than across the nation for comparable services.
  • The sales tax rate in Longmont is somewhat higher than the national norm, at 8.5%. Residents will also pay an income tax of 4.6%. However, Colorado as a whole is relatively tax friendly. Social Security income, withdrawals from retirement accounts and public and private pension income are all only partially taxed rather than being taxed at the state income level.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Longmont

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 cost of memory care in Longmont averages $7,844 per month, though the exact amount will vary from community to community.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

In Longmont, memory care services are among the most expensive in the state, averaging $7,844 monthly. This is significantly more than both the state and national averages of $5,938 and $5,625, respectively. Costs are around $1,000 lower in Denver. Colorado Springs and Greeley offer more affordable care, averaging $5,829 and $5,500, respectively. To the north in Fort Collins, costs drop significantly, averaging a savings of $2,844 per month.

Longmont

$7,844

Colorado

$5,938

United States

$5,625

Denver

$6,875

Colorado Springs

$5,829

Fort Collins

$5,000

Greely

$5,500

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

While memory care averages $7,844 per month in Longmont, there are more affordable care options. Both in-home care and home health care may be suitable for those in the early stages of dementia, averaging $6,769 for both types of care. Adult day health care is the most affordable option, averaging $4,333 per month. Assisted living costs are 25% lower than memory care, averaging $6,275 per month. Nursing home facilities are an option for those requiring extensive, around-the-clock care, averaging $12,167 per month for a semiprivate room.

Memory Care

$7,844

In-Home Care

$6,769

Home Health Care

$6,769

Adult Day Health Care

$4,333

Assisted Living Facility

$6,275

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,167

Note: Data for Longmont was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boulder, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Longmont

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Colorado page.

Financial Assistance in Colorado

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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 Colorado page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Longmont

Longmont and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Longmont, please visit our Memory Care in Colorado page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Longmont

 

Longmont Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Colorado are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Colorado page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Colorado

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Elizabeth

I visited this facility

Review of AltaVita Assisted Living Memory Care Centre

AltaVita Assisted Living Memory Care Centre just seemed like a warm place. My mother loves music and they have some music programs. Everything was clean. Everybody was very personable. So, it was a...

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Memory Care

Joyce N

I visited this facility

Review of AltaVita Assisted Living Memory Care Centre

AltaVita is lovely but very expensive. The staff said they have a lot of independent residents who don't need assistance yet. It's top notch and absolutely gorgeous. It even has a bar set up in the...

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Memory Care

Sandy W011048

I visited this facility

Review of AltaVita Assisted Living Memory Care Centre

When we visited AltaVita Assisted Living Memory Care Centre, I felt like the person that we talked to was just a salesperson and not very compassionate. And when we walked through the place, it...

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