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Alzheimer’s disease can quickly burden families with both financial and emotional stress. To help lessen the financial toll the Alzheimer’s Association with the National Institutes of Health summarizes the cost families can expect to pay for Alzheimer care annually.<br>Below are some resources you can use to help find the finest care for your senior loved one:<br>
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Summary Alzheimer’s disease can quickly burden families with both financial and emotional stress. To help lessen the financial toll the Alzheimer’s Association with the National Institutes of Health summarizes the cost families can expect to pay for Alzheimer care annually. Families can search for the right financial aid from a diverse variety of sources to help cover the costs of Alzheimer’s care. Each year in the US, billions of hours are spent caring for individuals with dementia condition. Below are some resources you can use to help find the finest care for your senior loved one:
Care giving • Giving long term care through family members can no doubt save you a significant amount of money but the physical and emotional stress can take a toll on your well-being.
Assisted Living Communities • Assisted living centers provide aging loved ones a safe and caring environment that helps with daily living responsibilities such as: housekeeping, nursing care and prepared meals as required. On an average, assisted living costs around $3,628 per month.
Hospice Care • Due to the intricate end stages of the disease and lack of treatment options, many families turn to hospice care to enhance the quality of life of their senior loved one.
Memory Care Communities • Memory care centers are highly specialized in long term care with skilled caregivers who cater to dementia patients. • Memory care communities will come in between the assisted living cost and skilled nursing support.
Cost of Alzheimer’s Medications • Regardless of the location where care is given, various individuals suffering from dementia need prescription drugs. • As per the consumer report the average individual pays ($150-$200) per month for the medications.
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