Memory Care in Arizona
How much does memory care cost in Arizona?
Memory care in Arizona costs about $4,500 per month. This typically includes room and board costs as well as a defined number of hours of care each month.
Does Medicaid cover memory care in Arizona?
Arizona calls its Medicaid program the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). However, the Medicaid office that serves elderly and disabled individuals with long term care needs is the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS). Elderly and disabled residents are provided care, including nursing home care and home and community based services (HCBS), on a managed care model. Via this model, services and benefits are an entitlement, which means that anyone who meets the eligibility requirements are able to receive services.
AHCCCS does not cover the cost of room and board in memory care facilities. However, financial assistance may be available to cover the cost of memory care services under the Arizona Long-Term Care System.
Who qualifies for Arizona Long Term Care?
To be eligible for ALTCS, you must:
- Be determined in need of a nursing home level of care as determined by AHCCCS;
- Be a citizen or qualified immigrant;
- Have a Social Security Number (SSN) or apply for one;
- Be an Arizona resident;
- Apply for all cash benefits that you may be entitled to, such as Pensions or VA benefits;
- Live in an approved living arrangement, such as your own home, or an AHCCCS certified nursing
- facility or assisted living facility.