3 Memory Care Facilities in Rockdale County, GA
The average cost of memory care in Rockdale County is $2,800 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,795.
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What to Consider About Memory Care in Rockdale County
Rockdale County is a family-oriented region in Georgia with a senior population of around 13,000. Located in a state where approximately 140,000 people have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia, Rockdale County has three memory care facilities that provide assistance to these seniors.
Regulated by the Georgia Department of Community Health, these facilities are specialized memory care units within a personal care home or assisted living facility that offers help with medication administration, grooming, meals and other daily tasks. The County lies at the southern tip of the Appalachian Mountains, which is a close-knit family community.
- Rockdale County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Piedmont Rockdale, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Families of seniors in memory care in Rockdale County may find the cost of living index of 104.9 challenging when budgeting for expenses. This average is higher than the national and state average of 100.
- Comparing crime in Rockdale County to the national average, property crime is ranked 54.2 in the county and 31.1. in the nation. Violent crime is ranked 49.1 in Rockdale and 38.1 in the nation. Families with seniors in memory care may want to inquire about the security measures in place to ensure the safety of their loved ones.
- On average, Rockdale County gets around 50 inches of rain per year, which is higher than the national average of 39. Families should ensure there are measures in place at the memory care facilities to prevent loved ones from wandering in the inclement weather. Summers are hot and humid with average highs around 91. Winter temperatures rarely drop below freezing.
Paying for Memory Care in Rockdale County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Rockdale County start around $2,800 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,869 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Rockdale County 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 Rockdale County
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Georgia 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 Georgia page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Rockdale County
Rockdale County 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 Rockdale County, please visit our Memory Care in Georgia page.
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Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Rockdale County
Rockdale County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Georgia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Georgia page for more information about these laws.
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