In State College, a city of about 41,000 residents, the need for effective dementia care solutions is greater than ever. While only 6% of residents are aged 65 and over, the age group most likely to develop Alzheimer's, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports a surge in Alzheimer's-related deaths in recent years. Between 2016 and 2020, the number of people who died from Alzheimer’s in the State College region increased by 83%. This significantly outpaced the 35% increase in the number of deaths from all causes. At the beginning of this reporting period, Alzheimer’s was the primary cause of only 5.5% of deaths in the region, compared to 7.4% of deaths in 2020.
For many State College families, memory care facilities provide a safe, nurturing environment for loved ones living with Alzheimer's and similar disorders. These facilities offer dementia-informed therapies and recreational activities, along with secured indoor and outdoor common areas, promoting residents' cognitive and physical health.Â
This guide outlines some of the benefits and drawbacks of moving to State College for memory care.
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