Each unit in this assisted living facility is designed with functionality in mind, making the most of its compact layout with a bed, a dining space, a kitchenette, and a spacious bathroom.

Here are eight senior living communities that offer their residents memory care, an important service for residents who need this specialized care.

Explore the median costs of long-term care options like assisted living, memory care, independent living, and home care. Plus, learn how costs vary by state.

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As we age, it’s a given that our health and ability to function will decrease. This means we may find ourselves (or our loved ones) looking at assisted living facilities to help. These facilities exist for a reason – it becomes more difficult to do normal activities of daily living. The key is to get these normal activities taken care of so that we don’t start suffering a loss in the quality of life we have. That’s where assisted living facilities come into the picture.

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ELKHART — Suzie Phillips has been caring at home for her husband Truman, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2014. He’s in the middle stages of the disease and they’re both ready for another level of care.

St Vincent’s offers residents contemporary high-end living. Sitting on the banks of the Swan River in Guildford, the residence is the epitome of a modern approach to aged care.