Memory care · Private pay
Memory care
Memory care is assisted living for people with Alzheimer's or another dementia, with a secured setting and specially trained staff. In Texas, memory care is assisted living that holds the state's Alzheimer's certification. CareScout doesn't report memory care costs separately.
Assisted living runs about $6,200 a month nationally costs
Who pays
See how to pay for home care and what care costs. Comparing options? Read home care vs. assisted living.
Common questions
What is memory care?
Memory care is assisted living for people with Alzheimer's or another dementia, with a secured setting and specially trained staff.
Does Medicare pay for memory care?
No. Medicare doesn't pay for room and board or custodial care in memory care. Medicaid waivers may help people who qualify.
How much does memory care cost?
CareScout doesn't report memory care separately. Its 2025 national assisted living median is $6,200 a month; memory care usually costs more, so ask each community for its rate.
Quick facts: Memory care is assisted living for people with Alzheimer's or another dementia, with a secured setting and specially trained staff. In Texas, memory care i