Memory Care Communities in Chubbuck, Idaho

Memory Care costs in Chubbuck start around $3,360 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Chubbuck 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.

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 Idaho page.

According to the Alzheimer's Association, 25,000 seniors in Idaho are living with Alzheimer's disease, and that number will grow. More than 11 percent of Chubbuck's 14,869 residents are aged 65 and older, and some of these seniors who are living with dementia may benefit from living in one of the four memory care facilities in the greater Chubbuck area.

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare oversees the state's assisted living facilities, which include memory care facilities. This oversight ensures that Chubbuck's facilities, along with those throughout the state, are equipped to handle the unique needs of seniors living with dementia and related memory disorders.

• Chubbuck's cost of living is lower than the national average. The city's cost of living ranks 95 on a scale where 100 represents the national average. Transportation costs are lowest at 89, and grocery costs are highest at 100.1. Seniors' families may want to consider these expenses when budgeting for memory care facility costs.
• Seniors in Chubbuck may discover some monthly savings thanks to Idaho tax laws. The state does not tax social security income. However, it does tax other forms of retirement income, such as pensions and 401(k)s.
• Cold weather and ample snow define Chubbuck's climate. Winter lows reach the teens, and the area sees 49 inches of snow. However, summers warm to the upper 80s. Chubbuck sees less rain than average, getting just 12 inches of rain a year.
• Crime rates vary in Chubbuck. Violent crime rates are lower than average, ranking 24.7 compared to the national average of 31.1. Property crime rates are higher at 53.5, which is higher than the U.S. average of 38.1. Families may want to consider security measures in place at memory care facilities to maximize their loved one's safety.