603 Montrose Dr.
Fredericksburg,
VA
22407
11210 Robious Road
North Chesterfield,
VA
23235
814-889-2415
900 North Taylor Street
Arlington,
VA
22203
9140 Belvoir Woods Pkwy
Fort Belvoir,
VA
22060
2600 Barracks Road
Charlottesville,
VA
22901
655 Denbigh Boulevard
Newport News,
VA
23608
751 Hillsdale Drive
Charlottesville,
VA
22901
One Colley Avenue
Norfolk,
VA
23510
3440 S Jefferson St
Bailey's Crossroads,
VA
22041
4800 Fillmore Ave
Alexandria,
VA
22311
5910 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington,
VA
22205
1628 Old Donation Parkway
Virginia Beach,
VA
23454
7486 Lee Hwy
Radford,
VA
24141
1111 Main Street
Danville,
VA
24541
2077 S. Independence Blvd
Virginia Beach,
VA
23453
5871 Harbour View Blvd
Suffolk,
VA
23435
955 Harpersville Road
Newport News,
VA
23601
21 Woodlee Road
Staunton,
VA
24401
13030 Warwick Boulevard
Newport News,
VA
23602
1600 John Rolfe Parkway
Richmond,
VA
23238
6401 Auburn Dr
Virginia Beach,
VA
23464
2007 Lauderdale Dr
Richmond,
VA
23238
12997 Nettles Drive
Newport News,
VA
23602
6541 Franconia Road
Springfield,
VA
22150
8315 Turning Leaf Lane
McLean,
VA
22102
2863 Hunter Mill Road
Oakton,
VA
22124
330 North Washington St
Falls Church,
VA
22046
3750 Joseph Siewick Drive
Fairfax,
VA
22033
2000 North Glebe Road
Arlington,
VA
22207
3520 Duke Street
Alexandria,
VA
22304
1778 Fountain Drive
Reston,
VA
20190
8033 Holland Road
Alexandria,
VA
22306
3500 Meekins Drive
Fredericksburg,
VA
22407
6860 Harbour View Blvd
Suffolk,
VA
23435
3540 Victory Boulevard
Yorktown,
VA
23693
251 Patriot Lane
Williamsburg,
VA
23185
1853 Old Donation Parkway
Virginia Beach,
VA
23454
757-412-1180
5417 Wesleyan Dr
Virginia Beach,
VA
23455
600 Mount View St
Front Royal,
VA
22630
500 Clinic Drive
Cedar Bluff,
VA
24609
860 Wolf Creek Trl
Abingdon,
VA
24210
201 Wheatland Ct
Christiansburg,
VA
24073
4931 Ridgedale Pkwy
North Chesterfield,
VA
23234
804-491-5293
130 Great Bridge Boulevard
Chesapeake,
VA
23320
757-330-4756
1550 John Rolfe Parkway
Richmond,
VA
23238
5700 Williamsburg Landing Drive
Williamsburg,
VA
23185
757-565-6505
1222 Ox Rd
Woodstock,
VA
22664
304 Bowman Mill Road
Strasburg,
VA
22657
30 Monica Blvd
Lynchburg,
VA
24502
3804 Brandon Ave SW
Roanoke,
VA
24018
220 S Pantops Dr
Charlottesville,
VA
22911
250 Nichols Ct
Charlottesville,
VA
22901
What is Dementia, Alzheimer’s, & Memory Care?
Memory Care is a long-term residential care option in senior housing that provides specialized, around-the-clock care to older adults living with all types of dementia. Memory Care, also referred to as Alzheimer’s Care or Dementia Care, may become necessary once cognitive disorders reach a stage that makes living at home or receiving care at home too difficult. It’s common to find a Memory Care unit within an Assisted Living community, often in a specialized building or neighborhood. Memory Care housing may also be found in a Continuing Care Retirement Community, a Skilled Nursing Facility, Nursing Home or as a standalone entity or community.
Dementia vs Alzheimer’s
Dementia is a broad term applied to a group of symptoms related to a decline in mental function that is severe enough to interfere with daily living. Huntington’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and traumatic brain injuries are all linked to dementia. Alzheimer’s is a specific brain disorder, and the most common form of dementia, that destroys memory and cognitive skills over time. Both dementia and Alzheimer’s may result in memory loss, mood swings, speech impairment, confusion/hallucinations and incontinence.
When Might Memory Care be Necessary?
It may be time to look into a memory care community if you’re concerned for your loved one’s health and safety due to one or more of the following issues:
- Wandering from home or getting lost on familiar routes
- Forgetting to turn off stoves or other appliances
- Changes in personality, such as aggression or hostility
- Misplacing items and forgetting important dates and names
- Incoherent thoughts and speech
- Impaired judgment
- Physical changes, including weight loss, poor hygiene and falls or unexplained bruises
- Unpaid bills, insufficient or spoiled food in the home, pets and/or housekeeping are neglected
- Changes in health and behavior that are beyond your family’s ability to manage
What is the Difference between Memory Care and Assisted Living?
Memory Care and Assisted Living communities both providing housing, meals, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, toileting and walking. However, Memory Care communities offer additional features that are specifically designed to help residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, in the following areas:
- Safety: Memory Care communities typically have locked entrances and exits with keypad codes, door alarms and enclosed outdoor spaces. Staff will also escort residents to and from meals and activities.
- Layout: Soothing spaces, color-coded walls and common rooms clearly marked with pictures to help reduce confusion.
- Activities: While both Assisted Living and Memory Care communities both offer activities that encourage socialization, Memory Care communities often include therapies and exercises that help maintain cognitive skills and increase relaxation, such as occupational, art or music therapies. They also have predictable schedules and follow set routines.
- Staff and Training: The staff in a Memory Care community are trained to manage wandering, and to redirect behaviors common to dementia, such as agitation, confusion, aggression and anxiety. There is 24/7 care, a higher staff-resident ratio and personalized care plans.
A Memory Care community can offer your loved one more independence, engagement, safety and specialized support, along with peace of mind for you. Begin your search for a Memory Care community using our US map above. Our search results include facility pictures, descriptions, floor plans and pricing where available.
