18 Memory Care Facilities in Lane County, OR
The average cost of memory care in Lane County is $5,425 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,120.
To help you with your search, browse the 39 reviews below for memory care facilities in Lane County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Lane County 3.9 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Linn County with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Lane County, call (855) 863-8283.
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Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Lane County, OR
Quail Crest Memory Care
Churchill Estates Retirement Community
Chateau Gardens Memory Care
Evergreen Memory Care
Sapphire at McKenzie Manor
The Rawlin at Riverbend Memory Care
Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park
Waterford Grand
Sweetbriar Villa
Spruce Point Assisted Living and Memo...
Farmington Square - Eugene
Bayberry Commons Assisted Living & Me...
Sherwood Pines
Gateway Adult Residential Care
Middlefield Oaks Assisted Living Comm...
River Grove Memory Care
New Friends Memory and Residential Ca...
What to Consider About Memory Care in Lane County
Lane County, nestled at the south end of Willamette River Valley in west-central Oregon, is home to 351,715 residents, 15 percent of whom are seniors in the 65 and older age range. Some of these seniors may be living with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia and may be in need of memory care services. There are 11 memory care facilities in Lane County to house and support these seniors.
Memory care communities, as they are known in Lane County and the rest of Oregon, are overseen by the Oregon Department of Human Services.
- Although Lane County gets 56 inches of rain per year, 17 inches more than the national average of 39 inches, it only gets five inches of snow annually, 19 inches less than the U.S. average of 26 inches. Temperatures remain in the comfortable 80 to 35 degree range throughout the year. The sun only shines 157 days annually in the county, compared to the 205 day country average. Residents who enjoy the sunshine might not like living in Lane County.
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Oregon’s tax laws could help Lane County seniors have more money to put toward their healthcare expenses. Although retirement savings account income is fully taxed, pensions are only partially taxed and Social Security benefits aren’t taxed at all.
- Lane County’s air quality is worse than other areas in the U.S. On a scale where 100 represents the areas with the best air quality, Lane County ranks 52, compared to the U.S. average of 58. While the difference is only six index points, seniors who have chronic respiratory conditions should keep the county’s lower air quality in mind when seeking out memory care facilities in Oregon.
- Lane County has a violent crime rate of 46.9 and a property crime rate of 47.5, a few index points higher than the national averages of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Safety-conscious families might want to ask prospective facilities about the security measures they take to keep their residents safe.
Paying for Memory Care in Lane County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Lane County start around $5,308 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,294 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Lane 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 Lane County
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Oregon 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 Oregon page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Lane County
Lane 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 Lane County, please visit our Memory Care in Oregon page.
Directory of Winners in the Lane County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Lane County
Lane County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Oregon are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Oregon page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Lane County
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Review of Chateau Gardens Memory Care
Chateau Gardens Memory Care was very nice. I liked it because it was small. The staff member was very nice and very informative. She introduced us to the cook and different people. She took us arou... Read more
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Review of Waterford Grand
My mother died of Covid while in the care of the Waterford Grand. She had lived there for about 7 years, was fully vaccinated but exposed to Covid by an unvaccinated employee, I believe. Since she... Read more
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Review of Evergreen Memory Care
The reason we thought of settling on Evergreen Memory Care for my wife is that it's close to where we're at right now and we're familiar with the neighborhood. The memory care in the facility where... Read more
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