7 Memory Care Facilities near Hemet, CA

Hemet is home to a sizable senior population, with over 21 percent of the city's 85,000 people aged 65 and over. There are four memory care facilities in Hemet for residents who are among the 588,000 Californians diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. A further 32 facilities can be found in nearby communities including Perris, Banning and Moreno Valley.

Memory care services in California are offered by Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, which also offer assisted living and continuing care. Facilities that cater to residents with dementia must meet particular requirements, including specialist training for staff, higher staff numbers and specific building provisions.

• Riverside County, including Hemet, has poor air quality. In the State of the Air Report 2018, the county received failing grades in three categories evaluated by the American Lung Association. This may impact the health of seniors with respiratory conditions.
• The Hemet area has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital specializing in brain health and dementia care located in Los Angeles.
• Summers in Hemet can be hot, with the high temperature in July averaging 98 degrees. This can be difficult for some seniors and when choosing a memory care facility, families may want to check that they have the means to keep residents cool during extreme heat. Mild winters and sunny days may mean the city is still appealing to seniors who prefer a warm climate.
• Hemet's crime rate is ranked seven out of 100, with 100 being the safest. Both violent crime and property crime are significantly higher than the state average, which may concern seniors and their families. When touring a memory care facility, it's a good idea to ask to see their safety plan to ensure you feel comfortable with the security provided.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Hemet

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

Hemet 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 Hemet, please visit our Memory Care in California page.

Hemet-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.