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If your loved one needs memory care in Homer, A Place for Mom can help. With 1 memory care facilities in Homer, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Homer incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Homer memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Homer, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Anchor Point, Diamond Ridge or Kachemak.
Types of care available in Homer, AK
Memory Care
250 Herndon, Homer, AK 99603
The average cost of senior living in Homer is 4,690 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kachemak, AK with an average of 4,690 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Memory care supports the unique needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory care communities provide enhanced security, dementia therapies, and spaces designed to prevent wandering. Services in memory care facilities often include:
Memory care communities run in compliance with a dementia specific care program. Caregivers need to undergo dementia-specific training and staff are required to be available for aid 24 hours-a-day. Residents have the option to live in single rooms or semi-private apartments. Dementia living homes maintain alarm systems to limit wandering ; a common symptom of the disease. Organized activities are offered by staff members trained explicitly on caring for those with memory impairments. The monthly median cost for a private room is around 30,219 and the cost for a semi-private room is around 30,219. The state of Alaska has specific standards associated with this kind of community. The The Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Health Care Services, and and the Department of Administration certifies this community type.
The location where a care community is based might have a large impact on the cost of care. Cost of living is a major influence in determining which destination meets the needs of your loved one’s needs. Per month, the median rent in Homer is around $1,202 and the median price of a home in Homer costs around $270,708. The rent burden for Homer is around 18.7% of the average monthly income.
Out of the total city population, 47.0% are male and 53.0% are female. The median age of Homer is 39 years old. The total population of Homer consists of 5,697 people. Homer has a population density of 159 people per square mile. Demographically, Homer is 0.4% black, 86.3% white, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 5.0% Native American, 6.2% Hispanic, 6.2% mixed race, 1.4% Asian, and 0.7% other or not specified. In Homer, 9.3% of the people are veterans. In Homer, 14.2% have some form of disability, 8.9% live in poverty, 17.2% do not have health insurance, and 64.4% participate in the labor force. Of the population of Homer 22.1% have a high-school diploma, 15.2% have a graduate degree, and 34.1% have a college degree.
Residents of Alaska enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 45th in the United States. Out of a national average of 100, Alaska has a cost of living index rating of 131, a grocery index rating of 134, and a housing index rating of 134. The state of Alaska has 26 hospitals and 35 health centers, providing care to a population of 735,097. Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Alaska Regional Hospital, and Providence Alaska Medical Center are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. The quality of life enjoyed by the average Alaska citizen is ranked 44th nation-wide. Additionally, Alaska is ranked 25th by healthcare standards.
In terms of diversity, Alaska ranks 15th in the nation and is considered LGBTQ friendly. In the most recent presidential election, 51% of Alaska residents voted Republican and 37% voted Democrat. In Alaska, 30% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 1,246 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-22%, Mainline Protestant-12%, and Historically Black Protestant-3%. In Alaska there are 27 masonic lodges. The median age in the state is 35, and 25% of the population is over the age of 55.
The most precipitation occurs in October with an average of 21.97 inches of precipitation a month. On average, the state receives 3.13 inches of precipitation a month. The average humidity across the state is 77%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 93% in the month of July. On average, Alaska has an air quality index rating of around 29.6 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of February with a rating of around 42.0 AQI. During the summer, the average temperature in Alaska is around 54F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 74F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 31F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in Alaska drops to around 12F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 43F during the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around -31F during the month of February. While residents of Alaska mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Alaska can include floods.
The state of Alaska has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of Sitka spruce, black spruce, western hemlock, and white spruce. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the orca, the turtles, the fish, or the Dall sheep. The state animal of Alaska is the the moose.
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The 1 memory care facilities near you in Homer, Alaska typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Homer, Alaska, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Homer, Alaska ranges from $4,690 to $4,690. The average Memory Care cost in Homer, Alaska is 4,690. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Homer, Alaska typically starts at $4,690. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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