11 Memory Care Facilities near Ogden, UT

Tucked between the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Range, Ogden, Utah, has a population of 87,031, with senior citizens representing one in every 10 residents. As the population ages, Alzheimer's disease and dementia are growing public health concerns. By 2025, the number of Utah residents living with these diagnoses is projected to increase by 40 percent.

Adults who require 24-hour assistance may choose from one dozen specialized memory care facilities in the Ogden area. To operate a secure dementia care unit, the community must be a Type II assisted living facility according to regulations established by the Utah Department of Health, Facility Licensing and Certification.

• Ogden has a semi-arid climate with hot, dry summers and chilly winters that are accompanied by lake-effect snow. For resident safety, memory care facilities should have adequate climate controls to maintain a comfortable environment in adverse weather. They should also have secure access systems to prevent residents from wandering outdoors.
• Robust resident security is also essential due to Ogden's high crime rate. With one being the safest and 100 being the most dangerous, Ogden has a violent crime score of 37.5 compared to 31.1 for the average U.S. city. Likewise, it's property crime score is 63.9 compared to the national average of 38.1.
• Seniors in Ogden can benefit from the city's competitive cost of living, which can increase the affordability of memory care and essential services. Overall, the city is 20 percent more affordable than other parts of Utah. Housing, transportation and utility costs are on par with the national average while health care costs are 6 percent higher than the rest of the United States.
• The area's low cost of living is partially offset by the state's flat-rate income tax system. All income, including Social Security retirement benefits and distributions from 401(k)s and IRAs, is subject to 4.95 percent income tax. However, tax credits are available to retirees, which can free up resources that are needed for memory care or related services.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Ogden

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Utah 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 Utah page.

Ogden 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 Ogden, please visit our Memory Care in Utah page.

Directory of Winners in the Ogden Area

Ogden-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Utah are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Utah page for more information about these laws.