Sunshine Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

Memory care typically runs about $5,800 per month nationally — usually $1,000–$1,500 more than standard assisted living because of the specialized staffing and security.

Consider memory care when safety becomes a concern (wandering, leaving the stove on), when caregiving is overwhelming, or when a loved one needs more structure than assisted living can provide.

Long-term care insurance and, in some states, Medicaid waivers may help. Medicare covers related medical care but not the room-and-board portion.