Senior Living Options, Inc.

Memory Care

Some homes or communities specialize in providing care only to persons with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. A community that specializes in the care for people with memory impairment must receive an endorsement from the State of Oregon and is governed by additional regulations that are specifically intended to support individuals with dementia. The home or community usually is a secure unit with staff on duty around the clock for care needs. Alzheimer's Care in Washington and Oregon

Alzheimer’s – Memory Care Setting Requirements

A secure building that alerts staff if a resident has exited
A secure outdoor area that provides outdoor freedom safely
Interior finishes that are non-glare and well lit
Visual contrasts between floors, walls and doorways

Program Requirements

In addition to providing the services required in our other licensed settings, Alzheimer’s units must also have programs, which include:

Gross motor activities
Self care activities
Social activities
Crafts
Sensory enhancement activities
Outdoor activities

Rates for memory care range from $2,800 per month to as high as $6,000 per month.




	Memory Care Some homes or communities specialize in providing care only to persons with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. A community that specializes in the care for people with memory impairment must receive an endorsement from the State of Oregon and is governed by additional regulations that are specifically intended to support individuals with dementia. The home or community usually is a secure unit with staff on duty around the clock for care needs. Alzheimer’s – Memory Care Setting Requirements A secure building that alerts staff if a resident has exited A secure outdoor area that provides outdoor freedom safely Interior finishes that are non-glare and well lit Visual contrasts between floors, walls and doorways Program Requirements In addition to providing the services required in our other licensed settings, Alzheimer’s units must also have programs, which include: Gross motor activities Self care activities Social activities Crafts Sensory enhancement activities Outdoor activities Rates for memory care range from $2,800 per month to as high as $6,000 per month.