9 Memory Care Facilities in Henrico County, VA
The average cost of memory care in Henrico County is $4,733 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,925.
To help you with your search, browse the 12 reviews below for memory care facilities in Henrico County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Henrico County 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 7 families in Henrico County find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Henrico County, call (855) 863-8283.
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Top 5 Memory Care Facilities in Henrico County, VA
Imperial Plaza
Sunrise of Richmond
Brookdale West End Richmond
Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe
Spring Arbor of Richmond
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Wes...
Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond
Morningside in the West End
What to Consider About Memory Care in Henrico County
15 percent of Henrico County, Virginia's residents are seniors aged 65 years or older. There are many seniors in the area who are living with dementia and require residential care and supportive services for disorders such as Alzheimer's Disease, which affects an estimated 150,000 seniors throughout Virginia.
There are eight memory care facilities that provide such care to seniors with dementia who are living in Henrico County. In Virginia, memory care facilities are subject to the same rules and regulations as assisted living facilities and are often housed within assisted living communities. The Virginia Department of Social Services is responsible for overseeing all memory care and assisted living facilities throughout the state.
- Henrico County has a cost of living only slightly above the national average and healthcare costs that are 8 percent below that of the average U.S. city. Families who have limited funding for memory care might want to consider facilities in less expensive parts of the state, but those with an average budget should find Henrico County to be reasonably affordable.
- The weather is generally quite mild in Henrico County. During July, the average high temperature is 89 degrees while in January, the coldest month of the year, the average low temperature is 27 degrees. Comfortable weather conditions may allow for more supervised outdoor time for residents of memory care facilities.
- Henrico County's air quality has been given a passing grade by the American Lung Association. That means that consistently breathing the air in the county poses little to no risk to seniors and other vulnerable members of the population.
- The Henrico County area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia care such as Henrico Doctors' Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Memory Care in Henrico County
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Henrico County start around $4,338 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,999 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Henrico 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 Henrico County
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Virginia 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 Virginia page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Henrico County
Henrico 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 Henrico County, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
Directory of Winners in the Henrico County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Henrico County
Henrico County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Henrico County
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Review of Sunrise Villa Tuckahoe
Staff is very kind, caring and knowledgeable. Feels like a real community where you see people you know and say hello. Newly renovated memory care looks lovely. Read more
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Review of Blue Ridge Senior Living of Richmond
I chose this community for my mom because the price was reasonable, the facilities looked pleasant and they're also redoing it. The rooms are an adequate size, they have reasonable closet space and... Read more
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Review of Brookdale West End Richmond
Brookdale West End Richmond was a very nice, professional, clean and beautiful home. The staff member that accommodated me during the visit was very informative. What I saw of the place was clean a... Read more
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