5 Memory Care Facilities near Salem, VA
Also serving communities of Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Fairlawn.
There are 5 Memory Care Facilities in the Salem area, with 2 in Salem and 3 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Salem is $2,845 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,800.
To help you with your search, browse the 14 reviews below for memory care facilities in Salem. On average, consumers rate memory care in Salem 3.7 out of 5 stars.
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2 Memory Care Facilities in Salem, VA
Brookdale Salem
For the safety of our residents, we are only conducting Virtual Tours. For over 40 years, Brookda... (more)
For the safety of our residents, we are only conducting Virtual Tours. For over 40 years, Brookda... (more)
Salem Terrace Harrogate
3 Memory Care Facilities near Salem, VA
The Harmony Collection at Roanoke – M...
Brookdale Roanoke
For the safety of our residents, we are only conducting Virtual Tours. For over 40 years, Brookda... (more)
For the safety of our residents, we are only conducting Virtual Tours. For over 40 years, Brookda... (more)
Carrington Cottage at Botetourt Commons
What to Consider About Memory Care in Salem
Salem is a small city of fewer than 26,000 people, nearly 19 percent of whom are seniors. It's situated in the southwestern region of Virginia, a state where 140,000 seniors have Alzheimer's disease. Families and seniors who have been affected by dementia receive support from the Local Office on Aging, as well as the Alzheimer's Association Central and Western Virginia Chapter.
To accommodate the needs of seniors with dementia who are no longer able to live at home, the Salem area has five memory care facilities, with two in the city proper and three more in the nearby cities of Roanoke and Daleville. These facilities are officially called "special care units" and may either be freestanding or located within an assisted living facility.
- While Salem's cost of living is about 7 percent below the national average, healthcare expenses are about 4 percent higher here than they are in the nation as a whole. This may be a consideration for families whose senior loved one has a chronic condition like dementia.
- Crime rates in Salem are a little lower than the national average, which may appeal to families who are researching memory care facilities in southwest Virginia. On a 100-point scale, with a lower score representing lower crime, the city's violent crime rate is 30, compared to the national average of 31.1, and the property crime rate is 36.5, versus the national median of 38.1.
- Salem's climate is relatively pleasant throughout the year. On Sperling's Comfort Index, which evaluates cities based on their year-round temperatures and humidity levels, Salem is rated 70 out of 100, compared to the national average of 54. This city may be well-suited for seniors who enjoy relaxing outdoors.
- Seniors in Salem do not pay income tax on their Social Security benefits. While other types of retirement income are taxable, up to $12,000 is tax deductible. This may allow for more money in the memory care budget.
Paying for Memory Care in Salem
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Virginia
Memory Care costs in Salem start around $2,455 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,939 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Salem 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 Salem
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 Salem
Salem 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 Salem, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
Directory of Winners in the Salem Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Salem
Salem-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.
Other Options in Salem, VA
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Salem
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Review of Brookdale Salem
I went to visit the memory center of Brookdale Salem, and it felt like they're in a basement. It was probably around lunch time. When we came up on the elevator, everybody was shoved into this litt... Read more
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Review of Salem Terrace Harrogate
Salem Terrace was good, but we chose another facility because it was a little bit better. The staff was very nice and very engaging with patients. They did have cafeteria-style, but we think that i... Read more
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Review of Salem Terrace Harrogate
We went to Salem Terrace. They were all wonderful. I really like that. I was really impressed with them because they took all the time in the world with us during the visit. The staff was dressed v... Read more
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