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The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Flagstaff, AZ for 2024

 

Research from the Alzheimer's Association indicates that 1 in 3 senior deaths is connected with a form of dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease. Many scientists and doctors are striving to reduce this statistic. According to CDC data collected in Flagstaff, AZ, deaths directly related to Alzheimer's have gone down by 9.8%, offering a glimmer of hope in this ongoing battle.

Approximately 10.7% of adults aged 65 and older are affected by Alzheimer's disease. This includes a portion of Flagstaff's senior population, which is estimated to be 6,907 individuals.  Memory care communities offer vital tools for people living with Alzheimer's. The facilities provide supportive caregivers specially trained in dementia care matters, thoughtfully designed environments and proven therapies to help slow the progression of the disease and improve quality of life.

Seniors and their families can use this guide to explore the advantages and disadvantages of living in Flagstaff as an older adult. The included cost comparison guides and resource tables offer an overview of options in the region.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Flagstaff

The Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing, a division of the Arizona Department of Health Services, regulates memory care facilities across the state and in Flagstaff. It also maintains an online database for the public to check on license and violation information.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Flagstaff

 

  • Seniors have access to award-winning medical care within city limits. The nationally recognized Northern Arizona Healthcare System ranked first in the state for preventing infectious diseases, and its local branch, the Flagstaff Medical Center, was one of five Arizona hospitals to earn the highest marks in safety.

 

  • A high number of doctors practice in the city. There are approximately 229 physicians per capita compared to the national norm of 210, increasing accessibility to quality medical care.

 

  • High housing, transportation and grocery prices boost Flagstaff's cost of living 15% higher than national averages. The region's high costs may have a lesser effect on individuals living in memory care communities, which provide housing, meals and transportation. Arizona's seniors can also access many free resources to help them manage expenses.

 

  • Retirees in the Grand Canyon State will find Social Security untaxed, but other sources of income such as pensions and 401(k)s to be partially or fully taxed. Seniors navigating Arizona taxes can request free filing assistance from volunteers, which can help make the process less stressful for individuals experiencing memory issues due to Alzheimer's.

 

  • Nestled in the mountains, Flagstaff sits nearly 7,000 feet above sea level — one of the highest elevations recorded for a United States city. Its four-season climate offers seniors mild summer temperatures and roughly 266 days of sunshine annually. However, the mountainous region also regularly experiences temperatures below freezing and 81 inches of snow during the cold weather months. Memory care units focus on the welfare of their residents, providing indoor activities and on-site therapies to ensure they remain comfortable in inclement weather.

 

  • Older adults have a 1 in 25 chance of becoming victims of a violent or property crime in Flagstaff. FBI data collected for the city ranks it as more dangerous than 92% of Arizona towns. Professionals design memory care residences to enhance personal security through secured exits, enclosed outdoor recreational areas, and 24-hour staffing, which may help increase seniors' peace of mind.

Paying for Memory Care in Flagstaff

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.

In Flagstaff, older adults pay an average of $6,250 monthly for memory care services.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Flagstaff residents pay 25% more for memory care than the state median. National prices average $5,625, which is $625 less than Flagstaff's norm, but costs vary depending on each facility's services and amenities. Lake Havasu City also maintains a lower monthly average of $5,875. In Tucson and Phoenix, costs decrease by a respective $1,187 and $1,281. Yuma commands the lowest rate at $4,750, a 31.5% drop.

Flagstaff

$6,250

Arizona

$5,000

United States

$5,625

Lake Havasu City

$5,875

Tucson

$5,063

Phoenix

$4,969

Yuma

$4,750

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Flagstaff pay $6,250 monthly for memory care services, which include 24-hour supervision, medication management and cognitive-rich therapies designed to maintain their brain health. In-home care and home health care cost more at $6,673 per month but can help older adults remain in their homes. While in-home care only provides basic help with daily hygiene routines, meal preparation and housekeeping tasks, home health care offers personalized assistance and medical services. For frail elders, who need intense medical monitoring and care, nursing homes may be the most suitable choice; However, a semi-private room costs $2,419 more per month than memory care. Assisted living is about 25% cheaper than memory care in Flagstaff.

Memory Care

$6,250

In-Home Care

$6,673

Home Health Care

$6,673

Assisted Living Facility

$5,000

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,669

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Flagstaff

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

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Arizona

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 Arizona page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Flagstaff

Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff, please visit our Memory Care in Arizona page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Flagstaff

 

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

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Arizona

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Melissa

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Review of The Bluffs of Flagstaff

The Bluffs of Flagstaff was a beautiful facility. The rooms were beautiful. It was a very well-run facility, but it was too far away from me, and the elevation of my mother's lungs was not...

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Barb

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Flagstaff

Brookdale Flagstaff was very nice. They take the people out every day. They had many activities for them to do. They're a little pricey, but they're very good. The rooms have little kitchens in...

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