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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Medford, OR for 2024

The Oregon community of Medford is home to nearly 86,000 residents and a large 65+ senior community accounting for 18% of its total population. Among seniors, Alzheimer’s is a leading cause of death, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting that 8.3% of Medford’s deaths in 2020 were related to this disease. By comparison, 7.5% of fatalities in 2016 were linked to Alzheimer’s. During that four-year period, the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths went up by 29%.

Seniors who require dementia care have several memory care facilities available to them in Medford. These facilities have caregivers who’ve undergone specialized training to provide compassionate, expert-level care for those with Alzheimer’s and related diseases. Secure indoor and outdoor areas prevent residents from wandering off-site, and dementia-informed recreational programming supports engagement and helps residents preserve motor and cognitive functioning for as long as possible. This guide provides comprehensive information on memory care in Medford, including the cost of residential care, funding options that may help seniors and families pay for care and resources that provide assistance and information.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Medford

Memory care communities are offered as an additional service within the area’s assisted living facilities. In Medford and the rest of the state, these communities are licensed by the Oregon Department of Human Services. Units must comply with a strict set of regulations to receive and maintain their operational license.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Medford

  • Older adults in Medford pay less for health care than the average American. The city benefits from costs that are 7.2 points below the national average. Additionally, there are 255 doctors for every 100,000 residents, which is more than the U.S. average of 210.
  • The city is home to several top hospitals, including the Providence Medford Medical Center and the Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center.
  • Medford’s overall cost of living is lower than most places in Oregon, but slightly above the national median. When compared with the rest of the country, Medford is more affordable for utilities, health care and transportation.
  • Crime rates in the city are higher than average. The rate of violent incidents of 28.2 is above the U.S. median of 22.7, while property crime rates are over double the rest of the country. However, memory care communities take resident safety seriously and are fully secure.
  • Temperatures in Medford range between 31 degrees in the winter and 90 degrees in July. The city has a comfort index of 7.5 out of 10, making it one of the more comfortable cities in the state climate-wise.

Paying for Memory Care in Medford

Memory care in Medford is usually provided within assisted living communities in specialized units. These memory care neighborhoods have a higher staff-to-resident ratio and are designed to be easy to navigate. Seniors in these units pay around 25% more than assisted living costs, so we used the assisted living costs reported in the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey and added 25% to arrive at the memory care costs below. 

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Medford is one of the more affordable cities for memory care within Oregon. The average cost in the city is lower than the state’s average of $6,306 but slightly above the national median of $5,625. Less than 30 miles west in Grant Pass, rates for memory care units soar to $6,963. In northern Eugene, the average rate of $7,029 is even higher. In the areas of Corvallis ($5,606) and Bend ($6,044) rates are in a similar price range with Medford but a couple of hundred dollars higher and lower.

Medford

$5,800

Oregon

$6,306

The United States

$5,625

Grants Pass

$6,963

Eugene

$7,029

Corvallis

$5,606

Bend

$6,044

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Medford, home care and home health care providers cost $301 more than memory care residential units. The average monthly rate for assisted living is $4,640. Nursing homes are the costliest type of senior care with average rates of $10,190 for a semiprivate room and $10,889 for a private room. Adult day health care services in Medford cost $1,408 each month on average.

Homemaker Services

$6,101

Home Health Aide

$6,101

Adult Day Health Care

$1,408

Assisted Living Facility

$4,640

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,190

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$10,889

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Medford

In Medford, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Oregon page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care in Oregon

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 Oregon page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Medford

There are many agencies offering helpful services to older adults in Medford. Some are aimed at seniors who already reside in memory care units, while others offer support to older adults and their caregivers in the community.

ResourceContactService
The Alzheimer's Association Oregon & Southwest Washington Chapter(800) 272-3900The Alzheimer’s Association has an office in Medford that provides many helpful services to seniors and family members living with dementia-related illnesses. Seniors who contact their local chapter can find resources and information on support groups, financial assistance programs and other available services. The helpline is open 24/7.
Rogue Valley Council of Governments Central Points(541)664-6674As the local Aging and Disability Resource Center, the RVCG is the first point of contact between elders and services in their communities. Seniors can access information and referrals, options counselling and help with financial benefits.
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 522-2602The long-term care ombudsman is an advocacy initiative for residents in memory care units and other facilities. Residents, their family members and members of the public can log in with complaints and concerns about specific facilities. Volunteers with the program are able to investigate complaints and mediate on behalf of residents.
The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance(800) 722-4134SHIBA is staffed by a network of trained volunteers who can help Medicare beneficiaries make informed decisions about their health insurance options. Callers can gain a better understanding of topics related to Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care insurance.
Medford Senior Center Early Stage Support Group(800) 272-3900This weekly support group is held at the Medford senior center and is aimed at older adults living with the early stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Seniors can discuss their concerns and connect with peers going through similar changes.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Medford

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

Laws and Regulations for Memory Care in Oregon

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Memory Care

Wilma

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Bartlett House Of Medford

My sister has moved into Bartlett House of Medford. She's thrilled. She's happy. I'm quite sure just from the atmosphere it is so good, and sitting back and watching the residents and the staff....

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James

I visited this facility

Review of Bonaventure of Medford

I had no problem with Bonaventure of Medford. It's a very good facility. It's just too big. My wife in addition to needing memory care was coming out of the hospital with a broken leg. She needed...

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Memory Care

James

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Pacific Living Centers of Medford at Brookhurst

My wife moved into Pacific Living Centers of Medford at Brookhurst. It has been a very positive experience, so far. It is a small population with adequate staff, but they maintain a family...

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