Providence, the capital and most populous city in Rhode Island, has over 190,000 residents. While it has a fairly young population, Alzheimer’s poses a threat to its senior community, which makes up 12% of residents. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that the increase in Alzheimer’s deaths is modest compared to the uptick in the number of deaths from all causes. In 2016, Alzheimer’s resulted in 8.1% of deaths, and in 2020, 7.7% of deaths were linked to this disease. While the total number of deaths went up by 28% in this reporting period due to population growth, Alzheimer’s-related deaths only went up by 22%.
Early intervention is an important aspect of dementia care, and for many Providence seniors and families, residential memory care is a practical solution for evolving needs. These facilities feature comfortable housing, highly trained caregivers and specialized treatment and engagement programs to support residents’ quality of life.
More information on memory care in Providence is available through this guide, including how much seniors and families pay for this level of care.