
The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Avondale, AZ for 2023
There are 10 Memory Care Facilities in the Avondale area, with 2 in Avondale and 8 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Avondale is $3,900 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,349. Cheaper nearby regions include Goodyear with an average starting cost of $3,148.
To help you with your search, browse the 10 reviews below for memory care facilities in Avondale. On average, consumers rate memory care in Avondale 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Avondale, AZ
Legacy House of Avondale
Liberty Assisted Living Home
Hacienda Del Rey
Park Senior Villas - Goodyear
Destiny Care Home
The Groves, A Merrill Gardens Community
Crystal Joy Care Home
Morning Glory 2
The Mission at Agua Fria
Mariposa Point at Algodón Center
What to Consider About Memory Care in Avondale
Avondale is located in Maricopa County, Arizona, where an estimated 85,754 seniors are expected to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease by 2020. In Avondale, where more than 7 percent of the population is aged 65 or older, there's a significant need for full-time care for those who experience severe dementia disorders such as Alzheimer's. There is one memory care facility in Avondale that provides such care.
Throughout Arizona, memory care facilities are officially classified as assisted living facilities and may provide varying levels of care, including basic assisted living services for seniors. Provisions for assisted living services and memory care services are the same in Arizona, and facilities providing these levels of care are regulated by the Arizona Department of Health - Division of Public Health Licensing.
- The Avondale area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as Abrazo Community Health Network, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Maricopa County has high levels of both ozone and particle pollution, according to the American Lung Association. Poor air quality can adversely affect those with respiratory illnesses or cardiovascular disease and may create discomfort for some seniors.
- In Avondale, 39.83 property crimes per 1,000 residents occur each year. By comparison, the average rate across Arizona is only 29.15 property crimes per 1,000 residents. It's important when touring memory care facilities in the area to make sure there are plans in place to protect residents from property crimes such as theft and burglary.
- Avondale's cost of living is 6 percent higher than the national average, with housing costs sitting 16 percent above average. These increased expenses can be expected to affect the cost of memory care, and for some families with tight budgets, the cost of living in Avondale may be too high.
Paying for Memory Care in Avondale
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Avondale start around $3,900 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,525 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Avondale and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Avondale
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Arizona page.
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 Avondale
Avondale 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 Avondale, please visit our Memory Care in Arizona page.
Directory of Winners in the Avondale Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Avondale
Avondale-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
Other Options in Avondale, AZ
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Avondale
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Review of Legacy House of Avondale
My father has moved into Legacy House of Avondale. It has been great. There are no problems. It has been working out well. He is in memory care. Interaction with the staff are very good. His room i... Read more
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Review of Legacy House of Avondale
Legacy House of Avondale was very open. They're trying to incorporate the memory care side with the assisted living side to make them feel more included in the program. It was a very nice place. It... Read more
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