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Memory Care in Edmonds, Washington

Edmonds is a suburban city on the shores of Puget Sound, with views of the majestic Olympic Mountains across the water. It's home to 42,853 residents, with 21.8% in the 65 and older age group. As there's an above-average number of seniors, it's more prone to having residents affected by dementia, particularly Alzheimer's — the sixth leading cause of death in the country. A 2020 report by the Alzheimer's Association found cases to be growing, projecting a 116% increase by 2050. Centers for Disease Control statistics for Edmonds appear to support the projection, recording a 21.04% increase in Alzheimer's-related deaths in the city between 2014-2018.

On a positive note, Edmonds has numerous memory care communities, each dedicated to slowing down the advance of dementia in their residents and providing them with the highest quality of life possible. To do this, they provide 24/7 supervision by trained nurses and therapists who use the latest treatments to mitigate the condition. The facilities are also designed to be easily navigable and decorated in calming colors to avoid triggering seniors who can be easily stressed. This guide provides more information about Edmonds and memory care costs and includes a list of senior-friendly resources.



The SeniorScore for Edmonds, WA



Edmonds doesn't have its own SeniorScore. However, the neighboring city of Lynnwood, which has a similar population, has a score of 72, which is four points above the mean for Washington and the same as the national average. The region is well-served by several hospitals, such as the Swedish Medical Center, rated high-performing by U.S. News & World Report, and the UW Medicine Regional Heart Center. Seniors are also only 25 minutes from the many excellent hospitals located in Seattle, while within Edmonds, they have a wide choice of Medicare-registered physicians and other health care professionals, some of whom work with the city's memory care facilities.

Although the area's climate can't compete with warmer states in the south, it can boast of consistency in its weather, avoiding the extreme variations associated with other locations. January's average temperature is around 37 degrees, with the dial rising to about 74 degrees in the height of summer. Rainfall is about average at 37 inches annually, although snowfall is much less than normal — often only four inches per year — so seniors needn't be as concerned about hazardous sidewalks and paths.

Although memory loss can restrict recreational activities, it needn't be a barrier. Edmonds has plenty of parks where seniors can enjoy pleasant walks and picnics with visiting relatives, while its many churches ensure there's a congregation for everyone, regardless of their denomination. According to Sperling's Best Places, the average cost of living index in Edmonds is an above-average 149.8. However, the main reason is the area's housing costs, which are unlikely to impact seniors in memory care communities, although the below-average health costs are likely to be favorable.


 
 

Memory Care Costs in Edmonds, WA



Memory care communities are located within assisted living facilities. They operate semi-independently, providing greater levels of security, such as keypad-entry doors, and staff specially trained to support seniors experiencing memory loss episodes. They also have skilled nurses and registered therapists who specialize in treating adults with dementia, helping them develop coping strategies and applying treatments designed to slow down the condition's advance for as long as possible. Consequently, the typical fees for memory care are between 20-30% more than those for assisted living. The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey doesn't include memory care costs, so the following figures come from adding 25% to the survey's assisted living findings.

The national average for memory care is $5,375, which is below the typical fees for Edmonds, which are around $6,250 per month. However, fees vary wildly across the country, so it's more sensible to compare the city's fees with the state average. This finds seniors in Edmonds typically save $938 per month when compared to their peers across Washington, where the normal cost for memory care is $7,188.


Very few cities in Washington can offer quality memory care for less money than Edmonds. In the western half of the state, only Bellingham is more competitive, typically charging $5,923 per month. Some cities cost a little more, such as Longview, at $6,375, and Olympia, at $6,423 — although these differences become greater when calculated annually. Other cities, such as Wenatchee, at $6,841, and Mount Vernon, at $7,313, charge substantially more for memory care than Edmonds. The most costly of all is Seattle, where the typical senior pays $8,438 per month.

  • Edmonds: $6,250
  • Seattle: $8,438
  • Olympia: $6,423
  • Wenatchee: $6,841
  • Mount Vernon: $7,313
  • Bellingham: $5,923
  • Longview: $6,375

Note: Data for Edmonds was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bremerton, was used instead.



Top Memory Care Communities in Edmonds, Washington



Emerald Hills - Edmonds, WA

Emerald Hills

431 12 Pl N

Edmonds, WA 98020

1-855-224-5130

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Located at 431 12 Pl N, Emerald Hills is a senior care community serving Edmonds, Washington. The surrounding area has an average population density, with about 19,000 poeple living in the 98020 zip code. With a median per-household ...

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Love and Hope - Edmonds, WA

Love and Hope

21301 95th Ave W

Edmonds, WA 98020

1-855-243-3078

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Located at 21301 95th Ave W, Love and Hope is a senior community in Edmonds, Washington. The encompassing area has an average population density, with roughly 19,000 residents in the zip code of 98020. It is a largely ...

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Free Memory Care Resources in Edmonds, WA



Alzheimer's Association - Washington State Chapter

The Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association complements the work of the national organization with on-the-ground support for seniors with the condition and their families. Its educational programs are conducted in person and online, helping those affected by Alzheimer's learn more about the condition and how to arrange their lives around it. The chapter also operates support groups, which enable seniors and their caregivers to meet with others in similar positions as their own — developing a network of support in and around Edmonds. 

19031 33rd Avenue W #301, Lynnwood, WA 98036

(206) 363-5500

https://www.alz.org/alzwa

Edmonds VA Clinic

Open on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4.30 p.m., the Edmonds VA Clinic provides outpatient care for U.S. military veterans and their dependents. Although focused on primary care, there is also support for seniors dealing with mental health and weight management issues, in addition to a laboratory and pathology wing concentrating on discovering the causes of diseases in the clinic's patients. The city of Edmonds also has a veterans services department, which can help vets apply for the local, state and federal benefits to which they're entitled, and, if the vet qualifies, VA Aid and Attendance, which can cover some memory care costs.

21616 76th Avenue West, Professional Center, Suite 112, Edmonds, WA 98026

(206) 716-5858

https://www.va.gov/puget-sound-health-care/locations/edmonds-va-clinic/

Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA)

SHIBA is a free state-managed program for seniors of an age where they can apply for Medicare. Counselors provide unbiased information and advice, helping seniors understand the scope and limitations of the Medicare plans and the benefits of Medicare Advantage. Although counselors may suggest private health care insurance, they won't try to sell plans as their sole purpose is to support the senior. Other services include helping seniors apply for insurance and advocating for those denied Medicare.

220 Railroad Avenue, Edmonds, WA, 98020

(425) 290-1276

https://www.edmondswaterfrontcenter.org/ewc-programs/shiba/

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

The Long-Term Ombudsman Program supports seniors in residential care facilities throughout the state of Washington. Ombudsmen are volunteers who advocate for residents in dispute with their care providers. Examples of how an ombudsman can help include negotiating with a care provider who hasn't satisfactorily dealt with a resident's complaint and providing families with inspection reports of memory care facilities they may be considering for their loved ones.

P.O. Box 23699, Federal Way, WA 98093

(800) 562-6028

https://www.waombudsman.org

Snohomish County Long Term Care & Aging (LTCA)

LTCA is the area agency on aging for Snohomish County. It manages a range of services dedicated to helping older residents age with dignity and in comfort. This includes providing seniors and their families with free or low-cost services, including limited medical care, designed to help the seniors remain at home until residential care becomes necessary. When the time comes, the agency can also support families considering the best long-term care options for their loved ones.

3000 Rockefeller Avenue, M/S 305, Everett, WA 98201

(425) 262-2557

https://snohomishcountywa.gov/430/Long-Term-Care-Aging

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