5 Memory Care Facilities near Valencia, CA
There are 5 Memory Care Facilities in the Valencia area, with 2 in Valencia and 3 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Valencia is $5,759 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,950. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Clarita with an average starting cost of $4,895.
To help you with your search, browse the 5 reviews below for memory care facilities in Valencia. On average, consumers rate memory care in Valencia 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Top 5 Memory Care Facilities in Valencia, CA
Sunrise at Sterling Canyon
Oakmont of Valencia
Pacifica Senior Living Santa Clarita
Atria Santa Clarita
Oakmont of Santa Clarita
What to Consider About Memory Care in Valencia
The community of Valencia has approximately 61,000 residents, including some 5,730 senior citizens. As part of Los Angeles county, the area has a higher-than-average prevalence of Alzheimer's disease. Based on data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, more than 600 Valencia residents are affected by a form of dementia, and this number is projected to increase dramatically by 2030.
To accommodate the needs of this population, residential facilities that manage special care units must have staff members who are trained to care for dementia patients. Facilities and their administrators are regulated by the California Department of Public Health. Valencia is home to one residential care facility for the elderly that offers memory care, and more than a dozen options are located in greater Santa Clarita.
- As part of Santa Clarita, Valencia has a pleasant year-round climate. Summer highs regularly top 90 degrees, and winter lows seldom dip below 40 degrees. Due to these conditions, families may wish to inquire about how memory care facilities help protect residents from the area's extreme heat.
- The violent crime rate in Valencia is more than 50 percent lower than the national average. The community also has fewer property crimes when compared to the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Additionally, memory care facilities have security systems to provide secondary protection.
- Valencia's cost of living is well above the national average but similar to other parts of Los Angeles. Due to the area's desirable location, real estate prices are almost three times higher than the national average. Fortunately, healthcare costs are 15 percent below the U.S. average, which can benefit adults who have chronic health conditions.
- The Valencia area is home to several world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care, such as the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, the USC Memory and Aging Center at Keck Medicine and the Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer's Disease Research at UCLA, in the event of medical emergencies or illnesses.
Paying for Memory Care in Valencia
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in California
Memory Care costs in Valencia start around $5,323 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,053 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Valencia 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 Valencia
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.
Free Memory Care Resources in Valencia
Valencia 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 Valencia, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
Directory of Winners in the Valencia Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Valencia
Valencia-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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Valencia
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Review of Sunrise at Sterling Canyon
My mother has a shared room at Sunrise at Sterling Canyon. There is one room on one side, another room on the other side, and then a shared bathroom. They have a dining facility, and they do medica... Read more
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Review of Sunrise at Sterling Canyon
My experience getting my mom into Sunrise at Sterling Canyon was absolutely fantastic. What really stand out are the people who work there, the activities and the 24-hour staff. For the memory care... Read more
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