Memory Care In Long Beach, CA
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Suppose one of your parents has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia. In that case, you may not know that specialized communities exist, called memory care facilities, that are designed to look after people experiencing memory loss. These facilities’ staff have specialized training in caring for people with memory loss. Memory loss facilities are designed to ensure a calming environment and provide extra security for your loved one.
Types of Memory Care
Each of these options might be what you need — your decision will be based on your loved one’s physical health and the amount of memory loss they have. Your home situation will also influence your decision.
- At Home. Some families may decide to use a home health provider to care for their parent. These services usually have a flat hourly fee and don’t charge additional fees if your loved one suffers from memory loss.
- Assisted Living/Memory Care. The majority of assisted living communities offer a specialized section, called memory care, to provide an enriching environment plus keypad entries to help prevent wandering. These facilities give 24/7 care and provide meals, housekeeping, and activities to enrich your loved one’s quality of life.
- Nursing Home. Nursing homes might be the ideal choice for some family members. A nursing home provides skilled medical care 24/7. If your loved one has serious medical problems in addition to dementia, a nursing home might be a good option.
- Adult Day Care. When your loved one lives in your home, selecting an adult day care center provides care while you are at work. You drop them off in the morning and pick them up on your way home.
Whichever type of memory care you choose, it’s not just for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia-related diagnoses include:
- Parkinson’s disease with dementia
- Vascular dementia
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB)
- Frontotemporal dementia
Your local advisor will be with you throughout your search for the best memory care in Long Beach, CA. Your advisor answers your questions about services provided, how services differ from facility to facility, and costs. No question is trivial because your advisor understands the importance of helping you. Your advisor will also accompany you on tours of the facilities that interest you.
Your Long Beach, CA Senior Living Advisor
Jennifer Weintraub
Torrance, Gardena, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, El Segundo,Palos Verdes, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates, Lomita, Hawthorne, Inglewood
As the owner of Assisted Living Locators in Torrance, I am dedicated to offering a personalized, no-cost senior placement service to my community. With a 25-year career in the fashion industry, leading teams in sales, operations, and business development, I have honed my ability to understand and cater to individual needs, goals, and challenges. I deeply value the relationships I build and am committed to gaining trust through empathy and active listening. Now, as part of the Assisted Living Locators team, I am eager to apply these skills to serve seniors and their families, assisting them in making critical life decisions. I'm excited to bring my unique expertise and dedication to seniors and their families in Torrance and the surrounding areas.
What is the Cost of Memory Care in Long Beach, CA
The cost for memory care in Long Beach, CA, is $5,230 per month. Memory care facilities usually cost about 20% to 30% more than assisted living communities. Here are some reasons memory care costs more:
- Staff. Memory care staff receive extra training to learn how to defuse aggressive behavior or anger. They also are trained in memory care activities that help residents live to their fullest potential. Memory care employees are experienced in de-escalation techniques should residents become confused, frightened, or hostile. There is also a higher staff-to-resident ratio.
- Safety. Memory care communities have keypad locks and alarms on all exterior doors to prevent wandering. Some facilities utilize an app like WanderGuard so that they can locate a resident anywhere in the facility. Your loved one is secure and protected 24/7.
- Enhanced Quality of Life. Some employees receive training in quality-of-life enhancement. They provide residents activities including art and music therapy, light exercise, and outdoor time when weather permits. Families are encouraged to make a memory box of photographs so that their loved ones can reminisce. The decor is warm and homey, helping the resident feel calm and more secure.
The monthly fee includes room and board, meals, utilities, and housekeeping. A staff member always helps ensure that everyone goes to the dining room for meals.
What Should Every Senior Know About Living in Long Beach, CA?
The population of Long Beach is 456,154. The city is located in Los Angeles County and is part of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Long Beach Weather & Climate:
Near-perfect weather attracts both residents and visitors. Long Beach is one of the pleasant areas in California. July highs average 79, with January lows around 45.
Local Hospitals and Notable Medical Care:
Dignity Health-St. Mary Medical Center hospital is in Long Beach along with Long Beach Medical Center, a Level II Trauma Center. With 20 hospitals locally, and over 100 in metro Los Angeles, your loved one will always be near healthcare.
Transportation:
Public transportation is available by bus, rail, or water taxi. Most bus service is just $1.25 one-way, and a free downtown shuttle is available.
Arts, Culture, and Recreation:
Long Beach is home to outstanding museums, including the Museum of Latin American Art and the eclectic East Village Arts District. Visitors enjoy the Long Beach waterfront, where the Queen Mary resides.
Additional Senior Living Care Advisors near Long Beach, CA
Jennifer Weintraub
Torrance, Gardena, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, El Segundo,Palos Verdes, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates, Lomita, Hawthorne, Inglewood
As the owner of Assisted Living Locators in Torrance, I am dedicated to offering a personalized, no-cost senior placement service to my community. With a 25-year career in the fashion industry, leading teams in sales, operations, and business development, I have honed my ability to understand and cater to individual needs, goals, and challenges. I deeply value the relationships I build and am committed to gaining trust through empathy and active listening. Now, as part of the Assisted Living Locators team, I am eager to apply these skills to serve seniors and their families, assisting them in making critical life decisions. I'm excited to bring my unique expertise and dedication to seniors and their families in Torrance and the surrounding areas.
Sarah Ordover
Serving Metro Los Angeles from Santa Monica, West LA and Culver City to Hollywood, Sherman Oaks and Burbank
If you are reading this, you are probably stressed out trying to find the right senior living solution for someone you care about. Exhale. You’ve come to the right place. I have the inside scoop on all the best care options in Los Angeles. I’ll help guide you and simplify the process. We’ll talk through your requirements, develop a list and discuss care options in-depth. I’ll schedule tours on your behalf and accompany you as your expert wingman. Together, we’ll figure it out.
Negar Lencioni
Serving Irvine, Santa Ana, Tustin, Westminster, Garden Grove, Fountain Valley, and Midway City.
Hello! I’m Negar Lencioni, owner of Assisted Living Locators in Irvine, CA and its surrounding areas. As an attorney with 15 years of experience, I apply my expertise in strategic planning and problem-solving to offer personalized senior care solutions. Living in Orange County, I am dedicated to my community and passionate about ensuring seniors achieve the best quality of life. My goal is to guide families through the complexities of finding optimal care options, aligning with Assisted Living Locators' mission to enhance the lives of seniors and their families.
LeeAnn Allman
All of the San Gabriel Valley and Surrounding Cities; including Altadena, La Canada, Duarte, Glendale, La Crescenta, LaVerne, Montrose, Pasadena, Rosemead, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena
As a Certified Assisted Living Locators Senior Advisor, I make sure seniors and their families receive support, assistance and resolution needed to manage the life transitions they are facing. I have a network of fully vetted assisted living solutions and care providers throughout San Gabriel Valley and surrounding cities that share one common characteristic -- excellence in care.
Jay Minor
Serving South Orange County, including Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Lake Forest, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente
Hello, I'm Jay Minor, the proud owner of Assisted Living Locators in South Orange County. With over 25 years as a pastor, I've dedicated my life to supporting people through significant life changes. My personal experiences in guiding my own family through the transition to assisted living have deeply shaped my approach. Residing in Ladera Ranch, I'm committed to offering compassionate, knowledgeable assistance to families navigating senior care choices. Let's journey together in finding the best care for your loved ones.
Angelique Sieverson
Serving Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Simi Valley, Moorpark, and Camarillo CA
Navigating your way through senior living options can be difficult and confusing. With my knowledge of senior care, I can guide you through the entire decision-making process. I provide a no cost, placement and referral service that offers the best senior care options, information and resources. Caring for others is my passion and I would like to assist you in finding the appropriate care for yourself or a loved one.
Liza Claire E. Cerame
Serving Riverside county, part of San Diego county, and several cities including Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Winchester, Pala, Fallbrook, and other surrounding areas.
Liza Claire is the owner of Assisted Living Locators of Temecula, CA & Surrounding Areas. She is a nurse with over fifteen years of experience and a passion for nursing education. She is dedicated to helping families find the best care solutions for themselves and their loved ones. With a focus on building strong relationships and providing quality service, she will guide you through the process of making important decisions for you and your loved ones.
Susan Carey
Serving North County San Diego including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, and surrounding areas.
You are not alone! I personally have been through the very difficult decision of helping an ailing loved one find a community where both medical care needs where meet and the environment was comfortable. I didn’t understand the process of placing a loved one into a community. I found the entire situation to be overwhelming. I choose the first place that was presented to me without much knowledge of the community. I wish I had the guidance from a professional to aid in the transition. This is what led me to Assisted Living Locators. I can help guide you during a difficult time.
How Do I Pay for Memory Care in Long Beach, CA?
Many families use several resources to pay for Long Beach, CA, memory care. Memory care provides the safest and most secure facility for its residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s with dementia, Lewy Bodies dementia, and other less common forms of dementia.
Veteran's Benefits
A little-known program of the Veterans Administration may help pay for your loved one’s care. Called the Improved Pension Program, it helps veterans and their spouses if they served during a period of war (WWII, Korea, Vietnam, or the Persian Gulf). Aid and Attendance benefits can help pay for a loved one’s care in a memory care community. To learn more about this program, visit the veterans aid website.
Long-Term Care Insurance
Your loved one may have purchased a long-term care (LTC) insurance policy. LTC policies will pay benefits if your loved one resides in a memory care facility.
Home Equity
A loved one’s home is often their largest asset. The sale of their home can not only provide the funds to pay for your loved one’s care, but it also removes the costs associated with the home — eliminating property taxes, utilities, maintenance, and homeowner insurance costs. Homeowners over 65 also qualify for exemptions on the capital gains tax from the home sale. A single homeowner receives a $250,000 capital gains exemption, and a couple is entitled to $500,000 of capital gains being federal tax-exempt. A surviving spouse might decide to rent a small apartment near the memory care community in order to visit a loved one regularly.
Medicare
Your family may be surprised to learn that Medicare does not pay the room and board portion of a memory care facility. Many people are just like you. Medicare continues to pay for the medical part of your loved one’s care — doctors’ visits and hospital stays. Medicare Part D pays, as it always has, for prescription drugs. Medicare also pays for hospice care for your loved one diagnosed with dementia.
Medicaid
Medicaid in California is known as Medi-Cal. The California program covers low-income residents if they’re eligible for care in a nursing home (i.e., it’s medically necessary). Medi-Cal also has a program that offers an Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) that helps with costs in an assisted living community. However, this program does not pay for the room and board portion, and it has a long waiting list.
Care assessment tool
Access our free senior care assessment tool, which can help you evaluate the specific needs and requirements of you or your loved one. By answering a series of questions, you’ll receive personalised recommendations and insights to aid in the decision-making process.
Take the AssessmentFAQ About Memory Care in Long Beach, CA
Staff members receive special training in memory care activities designed to help every resident live up to their full potential. Activities include art and music therapy, light exercise, and reminiscing with photographs, recipes, and other favorite objects.
Memory care communities are designed specifically for residents diagnosed with dementia, including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s with dementia, Lewy Bodies dementia, and other types of dementia. Memory care focuses on the problems of people with dementia, including wandering, aggression, confusion/anxiety, and sundowning. Nursing homes are dedicated to people who need 24/7 medical care and/or monitoring.
Many memory care communities provide virtual tours of their facilities. Your Long Beach, CA, local senior advisor will arrange tours of the memory care communities that interest you.
