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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Roanoke, VA for 2024

The historic city of Roanoke has an estimated population of 98,860 and about 16.7% of residents are seniors aged 65 and older. Due to the high percentage of seniors in the city, Alzheimer's is becoming a public health crisis in Roanoke. Data released by the CDC shows that the number of deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 23.81% between 2016 and 2020 in Roanoke. This is likely to increase in the coming years as a 2020 study showed that the number of seniors with Alzheimer's in the country could double by 2050.

Seniors in Roanoke have access to residential dementia care facilities where they can receive 24/7 care and support. These communities provide a secure environment for the safety of residents and peace of mind for family members. Each facility offers activities based on the interests and abilities of residents to help them find a sense of purpose each day. This guide gives readers an overview of the average costs of memory care, the advantages and disadvantages of living in Roanoke and lists resources for seniors and caregivers.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Roanoke

The Alzheimer's Association estimates that 140,000 people in Virginia currently have the Alzheimer's disease. The city of Roanoke has nearly 100,000 people, including a senior community of roughly 15,000. It offers a variety of resources for families and seniors who have been affected by various forms of dementia and other cognitive impairments, including two memory care facilities. Just outside the city limits, there is one more memory care facility. Some of these memory care facilities, which may also be called "special care units," have their own freestanding building while others are located within a secured wing of an assisted living facility. SCUs are licensed and monitored by the Virginia Department of Social Services. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Roanoke

 

  • Roanoke is a relatively affordable city, with an overall cost of living that is about 13 percent below the national median and 27 percent less than the state average. The cost of healthcare is on par with the state and national averages, which may be a consideration for seniors who are managing a chronic condition like dementia. 
  • Roanoke has a fairly comfortable year-round climate, rating 61 out of 100 on the Sperling's Comfort Index. Summer highs are in the mid-80s, and winter lows are in the mid-20s. The city gets about 15 inches of snow annually, compared to the national average of 26 inches, which may make local travel easier for families visiting their loved ones in memory care.
  • Roanoke's crime rates are higher than regional, state and national averages, which may be a concern for those who are relocating to the area. On a scale of 1 to 100, with 100 representing high crime, the property crime rate in Roanoke is 59.5 and the violent crime rate is 46.2.
  • Roanoke's air quality is good, which may be beneficial for seniors who have cardiovascular disease or respiratory illnesses. The American Lung Association gave the county an A for ozone pollution, a B for short-term particle pollution and a passing grade for annual particle pollution.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Roanoke

Memory Care costs in Roanoke start around $5,543 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 Roanoke 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.

Cities in Virginia

King

$5,995

US

$5,694

Roanoke

$5,543

Lynchburg

$4,897

Bedford

$4,087

Danville

$3,876

Salem

$3,445

Staunton

$3,200

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Roanoke

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 Roanoke

Roanoke 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 Roanoke, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Roanoke

Roanoke-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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runfarandfast

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Harmony Collection at Roanoke – Memory Care

Do not even consider this place, please. Animals at the shelter get better care. The building may appear good enough but it is a terrifying, filthy, scary, unforgiving place to die. If your...

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Rob

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Roanoke

Brookdale Roanoke is focused primarily on memory care. There are four different sections. If you look at it like a rectangle, there's one on the bottom left, the bottom right, the top right, and...

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Sabrina

I visited this facility

Review of TerraBella Pheasant Ridge

TerraBella Pheasant Ridge was a very nice and very beautiful place. They are private pay so they don't take Medicaid and Medicare. The rooms were very, very nice. They were doing activities in...

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