When a parent is diagnosed with dementia, families are often uncertain about what the condition involves and what practical steps to take next.
This guide covers what dementia is, how it progresses, and which residential memory care facilities are currently available in Hyderabad. It also covers facility costs, what to look for, and what to ask before making a decision
What is dementia, and how is it different from normal ageing?
Dementia is not a single disease, it’s an umbrella term for a group of conditions characterised by progressive decline in memory, thinking, behavior and ability to perform everyday tasks.
Forgetting where one kept their keys is normal ageing, forgetting what the keys are used for is not.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form, accounting for 60-70% of all dementia cases, according to WHO Dementia Fact Sheet. Other types include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia.
All of them might differ in progression, but every one of them requires structured care to ensure proper treatment.
The three stages of dementia: What to expect
Understanding the stage of dementia will help families make the right decision at the correct time. The following are different progression stages of dementia and how it can look.
- Mild (early stage): Memory lapses are common, but the senior can complete their daily tasks with some support. They may ask the same thing repeatedly a few times or struggle with managing medication or finances. At this stage with the help of part-time care, usually families can manage the condition at home.
- Moderate (middle stage): At this stage families start looking for residential care options. The senior with dementia might forget faces, things frequently, become disoriented in their own home, struggle with basic hygiene, and develop behavioural changes – agitation, sleep disturbances, wandering. Supervision needs to be near-constant.
- Severe (late stage): At this stage the individual might be largely dependent on caregivers. Doing tasks on their own is a struggle and communication becomes limited. This stage requires full-time residential care in a facility specifically equipped for dementia support.
Why dementia care is different from standard assisted living
This is one of the most important things families need to understand before evaluating facilities.
Standard assisted living is designed for seniors who need daily support but are cognitively functional. Dementia care – also called memory care, requires a fundamentally different setup. While some facilities offer both, it is important to ask specifically what the dementia care provision involves – not just whether it is listed as a service.
If a facility has not made this distinction clear, ask the following before committing: .
- Whether the facility has a separate setup with secured premises, emergency buttons
- If the facility has caregivers who are specifically trained to manage and assist individuals with dementia
- Do they have structured routines to reduce confusion and agitation among the residents?
- What cognitive and therapeutic activities are offered, and how are they tailored to different stages of dementia?
If a facility you are considering does not explicitly mention any of these, it is likely not equipped for dementia care, regardless of what their brochure says.
What the memory care landscape looks like in Hyderabad
Memory care in Hyderabad remains more limited than in Bengaluru and Chennai, but the sector has grown significantly over the past five years.
Memory care facilities are concentrated in Banjara Hills and Gachibowli in the west, Secunderabad in the north, and Khajaguda, Kukatpally, and Mallapur spread across the south and east.
Hyderabad also has institutional resources for diagnosis and outpatient support, including the Memory Clinic at KIMS Hospital, the Memory Clinic at Yashoda Hospital in Somajiguda, and the ARDSI Hyderabad-Deccan Chapter. These provide diagnosis and outpatient support and are distinct from residential care facilities.
Top memory care facilities in Hyderabad 2026
The following facilities were evaluated on the basis of dementia care capabilities, Google reviews, number of reviews, pricing and location.
Rating: 4.2 ⭐ (106 reviews) Starting price: ₹65,000/month
About the facility: Kshetra assisted living is run by Heritage ElderCare Services and was built with cognitive care as its core offering and not just as an add-on to assisted living services. Kshetra is one of the most dementia-specific facilities in Hyderabad.
Key features of the facility:
- The facility’s care programme includes everything from physical activities (simple exercises, physiotherapy,outdoor walks), social activities (games, music, singing) to cognitive engagement activities (puzzles, art and craft, colouring, painting).
- Individuals with dementia in the facility are reviewed by a psychologist as part of their ongoing care process.
- Located in Khajaguda in the south-west of the city, close to Gachibowli.
Rating: 4.9 ⭐ (41 reviews) Starting price: ₹75,000/month
About the facility: Second Innings is one of the highest-rated facilities on Google for Hyderabad. It is the most transparent facility with respect to the services they offer and pricing.
Key features of the facility:
- The facility accepts individuals with cognitive decline and offers memory support alongside its general assisted living programme.
- They have twin sharing rooms and single independent rooms in their facility, package details are available on their website.
- It is located in Secunderabad with proximity to major tertiary hospitals including Apollo Hospitals (Secunderabad) and KIMS Hospitals
Rating: 4.6 ⭐ (74 reviews) Starting price: ₹1,00,000/month
About the facility: KITES is a premium memory care unit established in 2016, located in Banjara Hills and is close to major hospitals such as Apollo and Yashoda.
Key features of the facility:
- The facility offers specialised medical care for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s and related cognitive conditions in a secure environment.
- They have a comprehensive dementia care programme consisting of a memory clinic for assessment and diagnosis.
- Under the program they also have day care for structured day time support and residential care for round-the-clock care.
Rating: 4.7 ⭐ (817 reviews) Starting price: ₹90,000/month
About the facility: PP Reddy Retirement Homes is located in Mallapur/Balapur, Hyderabad. It is managed by PP Reddy Trust, one of Hyderabad’s longer-established eldercare operators. The facility has the highest review base in Hyderabad, with 817 reviews which signals long-term consistency.
Key features of the facility:
- The facility has memory care units with trained staff and organizes cognitive stimulation activities for individuals with dementia.
- They have a standard, deluxe room,deluxe suite and super deluxe rooms for residents to choose from.
- It is located in Mallapur with proximity to hospitals including Prasad Hospital, Shiva Hospitals, and ESI Super Speciality Hospital.
Rating: 4.5 ⭐ (1,266 reviews) Starting price: ₹75,000/month
About the facility: HCAH SuVitas in an inpatient rehabilitation facility located in the Somajiguda area of Hyderabad. HCAH as a group employs 900+ specialists across its network; the Somajiguda facility operates with a multidisciplinary on-site team
Key features of the facility:
- The facility offers a structured and comprehensive programme for individuals with dementia. It begins with diagnosis, specialised cognitive support and ongoing progress evaluation.
- The facility conducts various types of therapies to reduce cognitive decline such as visual and speech therapy, art/aroma/music therapy and occupational therapy.
- They offer easy access to virtual consultations with qualified doctors, supporting healthcare access for residents and their families.
Assisted living vs. memory care: which does your parent need?
If your parent is at a mild stage, functioning with reminders, retaining most self-care abilities, and socially engaged – an assisted living facility that accommodates early-stage dementia is likely sufficient.
If they are at a moderate to severe stage, a facility with a memory care unit is non-negotiable. For this stage the environment, trained staff, and safety infrastructure are essential and not optional.
For a broader look at assisted living options in Hyderabad including facilities that work for seniors without a dementia diagnosis, read our full guide: Assisted living in Hyderabad. And for a detailed tier-by-tier cost breakdown of assisted living facilities in Hyderabad, read our guide: Assisted living cost in Hyderabad.
Narrowing down your options
This guide has covered what dementia is, stages of dementia, assisted living vs memory care, top facilities for dementia care in Hyderabad and their pricing. The right facility will depend on your parent’s stage of cognitive decline, your budget, and the location relative to family.
This is rarely a straightforward decision and benefits from structured comparison across at least two or three facilities. An in-person visit is strongly recommended before committing to any facility.
Zenioro helps you discover, shortlist, and compare dementia care facilities so you have everything in one place. We match you with verified facilities that fit your situation. If you’d like personalised guidance, a Zenioro Care Advisor can walk you through your options at no cost.
