8 Memory Care Facilities in Yamhill County, OR
The average cost of memory care in Yamhill County is $5,204 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,900. Cheaper nearby regions include Polk County with an average starting cost of $4,827.
To help you with your search, browse the 36 reviews below for memory care facilities in Yamhill County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Yamhill County 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Washington County with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 7 families in Yamhill County find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Yamhill County, call (855) 863-8283.
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Top 5 Memory Care Facilities in Yamhill County, OR
Hillside
Pacifica Senior Living McMinnville
Brookdale McMinnville City Center
Fircrest Senior Living
The Cherrywood Memory Care
Arbor Oaks Terrace Memory Care
Avamere at Newberg
Marjorie House Memory Care Community
What to Consider About Memory Care in Yamhill County
Nestled along the Columbia River in northwest Oregon, Yamhill County is home to 99,193 residents. More than 13 percent of these residents are seniors aged 65 and older, the primary age group for Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. There are seven memory care facilities in the county to assist and support these seniors.
In Yamhill County and the rest of Oregon, these facilities are referred to as Memory Care Communities and are overseen by the Oregon Department of Human Services.
- Yamhill County has a higher cost of living than other areas of the U.S. The county ranks 124.3, more than 24 points higher than the national average of 100. Although healthcare expenses are lower than average, transportation, housing and groceries all rank higher. Seniors and their families may want to keep the higher cost of living in Yamhill County in mind when looking for memory care facilities.
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Temperatures are comfortable in Yamhill County ranging from 79 to 34 degrees. The county gets 52 inches of rain and five inches of snow each year, compared to the national averages of 39 and 26, respectively. Seniors who enjoy comfortable summer temperatures without heat and humidity might enjoy living in the county.
- In Yamhill County, and the rest of Oregon, seniors are not taxed on Social Security income, although they are partially taxed on pensions and fully taxed on retirement savings account income. Seniors who rely on Social Security benefits may find that living in the county results in more money for their memory care budgets.
- The crime rates in Yamhill County are slightly higher than the U.S. averages. On a scale where 100 represents high crime areas, the county ranks 41.6 for violent crime and 42.1 for property crime, compared to the national averages of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Families may want to ask prospective facilities about security measures to protect their residents.
Paying for Memory Care in Yamhill County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Yamhill County start around $5,204 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,048 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Yamhill 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 Yamhill 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 Yamhill County
Yamhill 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 Yamhill County, please visit our Memory Care in Oregon page.
Directory of Winners in the Yamhill County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Yamhill County
Yamhill 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 Yamhill County
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Review of Arbor Oaks Terrace Memory Care
My mother was accepted by Arbor Oaks Terrace Memory Care at the height of the COVID panic in March of last year. She was combative and had been evicted by her former memory care facility, spending... Read more
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Review of Arbor Oaks Terrace Memory Care
My husband has been at Arbor Oaks Terrace Memory Center in Newberg since mid-May 2020 after complications due to COVID-19 escalated his vascular dementia from low level to maximum. He was also admi... Read more
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living McMinnville
Pacifica to the rescue. The aides are professional and well-trained to deal with the challenges Alzheimer’s can present. The director is compassionate and can be counted upon to handle difficult c... Read more
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