Memory loss, Alzheimer’s, and dementia are different stages of the same disease. Memory loss leads to Alzheimer’s and that further leads to dementia. There are many causes for Alzheimer’s. They can include genetics, diet, and other factors such as improper sleep for many years or high stress and anxiety or even loneliness.

Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Though Alzheimer’s does not directly kill a person, the impact it has on the brain of the affected individual can lead to fatal illness or sudden deaths.

Since this disease can lead to death, it is important to care for those who are suffering from Alzheimer’s. For the same reason, there is something called memory care. This has been initiated for those who are suffering from Alzheimer’s. Memory care is a form of senior living that provides special care for the patients.

The memory care can be given privately as well as in a community living. This is what differentiates the cost of both. The amenities also then depend on the type of care one is getting. Usually, there is a 24 hour assistance for the patients.

Services such as housekeeping, laundry, meals, transportation, and others are provided on memory care. There are activities that keep happening for the patients as it helps them reconnect with their memories.

The cost of memory care is more than a normal senior care as the amount of attention here is more and special; it is costlier than assisted living as well. The price usually starts from $1800 and can go up to $6000 to $8000 a month. The cost can be higher or lower than the figures mentioned depending on the amenities and additional services provided. Usually a personal care will cost more than a community-like care.