Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Tampa, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 37 memory care providers in Tampa, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in FL
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Discovery Village at Westchase
MC
AL
Tampa (Berkeley Square)
140
Facility 140
FL AVG 102
Rank #126 / 631
No
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 39
Rank #425 / 762
Westchase Fl Senior Housing Opco LLC22
32%
Facility 32%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #307 / 594
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 33
Rank #387 / 594
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #445 / 594
For-Profit$2,000Victor J Piperata II-
Memory Lane Cottage at Tampa Palms
MC
AL
Tampa (Tampa Palms)
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 102
Rank #572 / 631
No
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 39
Rank #513 / 762
Memory Lane Cottage At Tampa Palms, LLC15
20%
Facility 20%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #113 / 594
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 33
Rank #246 / 594
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #392 / 594
For-Profit$775Kelly Jean Irish O'keefePrivate Rooms
The Meridian at Brandon
MC
AL
IL
Tampa (Greater Palm River Point Cdc)
156
Facility 156
FL AVG 102
Rank #93 / 631
Yes
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 39
Rank #328 / 762
Brandon Opco LLC20
40%
Facility 40%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #449 / 594
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #319 / 594
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #424 / 594
For-Profit$500Christopher T DefriezeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Elysian Gardens Assisted Living Facility
MC
AL
Tampa (North Tampa)
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 102
Rank #517 / 631
No
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 39
Rank #205 / 762
Elysian Gardens LLC44
27%
Facility 27%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #231 / 594
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 33
Rank #426 / 594
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #253 / 594
For-Profit$1,500Alfredo EscobarPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
The Colonnade at Northdale
MC
AL
RC
Tampa
125
Facility 125
FL AVG 102
Rank #183 / 631
Yes
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 39
Rank #259 / 762
Sh Northdale, LLC39
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #418 / 594
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 33
Rank #454 / 594
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #289 / 594
For-Profit$16,056Lisa Marie Gonzalez-
Seacoast at Uptown Oaks
MC
AL
Tampa
160
Facility 160
FL AVG 102
Rank #85 / 631
No
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 39
Rank #73 / 762
Sctt Alf LLC34
50%
Facility 50%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #540 / 594
43
Facility 43
FL AVG 33
Rank #491 / 594
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #473 / 594
For-Profit$2,500Corey Sands-
A Country Place Assisted Living Facility
MC
ADC
AL
RC
Tampa (Town N Country Alliance)
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 102
Rank #569 / 631
No
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 39
Rank #375 / 762
Villas Of Tampa, LLC (The)12
8%
Facility 8%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #34 / 594
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 33
Rank #105 / 594
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #151 / 594
For-Profit$0Robert Alan LoomisPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Northwood Manor LLC
MC
ADC
AL
Wesley Chapel (Northwood)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 102
Rank #578 / 631
No
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 39
Rank #694 / 762
Northwood Manor LLC12
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #81 / 594
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #92 / 594
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #112 / 594
For-Profit$0Shereve SmithPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Great American Assisted Living at Tampa
MC
AL
RC
Tampa
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 102
Rank #374 / 631
Yes
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 39
Rank #73 / 762
Sunrise Senior Village Assisted Living, Inc53
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #209 / 594
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 33
Rank #467 / 594
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #253 / 594
For-Profit$8,000Nicole Soto-
Senior Point Assisted Living
MC
ADC
AL
Tampa (Northwest Tampa)
92
Facility 92
FL AVG 102
Rank #369 / 631
No
73
Facility 73
FL AVG 39
Rank #84 / 762
Senior Point Assisted Living Facility LLC20
30%
Facility 30%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #277 / 594
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #174 / 594
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #213 / 594
For-Profit$0-Private / Semi-Private

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other FL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 37 analyzed for Tampa. See how we rank facilities

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The Colonnade at Northdale

3401 W Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33618
Overview of The Colonnade at Northdale

Recognized by the Florida Senior Living Association as the Best of the Best, The Colonnade at Northdale has proven its excellence in providing senior living experiences to its residents. This upscale resort style-community offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Tampa, Florida area. Providing the highest standards of dining, amenities, and care, this community encourages a healthy and active lifestyle for seniors. From basic assistance for assisted living residents to intentionally designed programs for memory care residents, staff are available 24/7 to provide support and address the needs of each individual. 
Its management has thoughtfully designed, in detail, how to create a home-like environment with the right balance of services that make The Colonnade shine as a senior living community. It provides a comprehensive list of amenities such as restaurant-style dining curated by their in-house chef, and a wide variety of engaging activities– scheduled outings for shopping and entertainment, painting, bingo, and fun tournaments, which have been curated by their full-time activity director. 

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Overview of Northwood Manor

Northwood Manor provides assisted living, adult day care, and memory care in Wesley Chapel, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while residents live in a private or semi private room, while adult day care provides support during the day without requiring a residential stay.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Northwood Manor has 6 beds, creating a small community that may suit someone who prefers living with fewer residents.

Private and semi private rooms give residents a choice between an individual room and a shared living arrangement. The combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose care needs grow while remaining at the same community.

Medicaid and Veteran Affairs Benefits are accepted as payment options, so eligible residents may use those programs toward care costs. Shereve Smith serves as the administrator.

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Overview of A Country Place Assisted Living Facility

A Country Place Assisted Living Facility, at 10515 Memorial Hwy in Tampa’s Town N Country Alliance neighborhood, covers a lot of ground: assisted living, memory care, respite care, and adult day care, all under one operator. Villas Of Tampa, LLC runs it, with Robert Alan Loomis as administrator. Staff here speak both English and Spanish, which matters more than people sometimes realize when a family is trying to communicate clearly about a loved one’s care.

The building itself is single-story, 24 beds, split between private and semi-private rooms. Walkability sits in the middle of the range, a Walk Score of 37 out of 100, somewhat walkable, so a few errands are doable on foot but most still call for a car or a ride.

On the care side, there’s a doctor on staff plus licensed nurses and CNAs, and respite care is available for families who need a short-term stay rather than a permanent move. The adult day care option adds real flexibility here too, useful for families who need daytime support without a full residential commitment.

Daily life includes transportation services and a genuine activity lineup: exercise classes, gardening, and organized social events and outings among them. Insurance and HMO plans, Medicaid, and VA benefits are all accepted, which opens up several ways to actually pay for care. Inspections at this facility have tended to focus on staffing and staff credentials specifically, rather than anything touching direct resident care.

Four care types, bilingual staff, and a real activity calendar: that’s an unusually flexible setup for a single 24-bed community, one built for families whose care needs might shift between residential, respite, and daytime support over time.

Contact A Country Place Assisted Living Facility

Overview of Senior Point Assisted Living

Situated in Tampa, FL, Senior Point Assisted Living is a dynamic senior living community that offers premiere assisted living services. Residents indulge in comfort and privacy in meticulously designed private and semi-private rooms. The community offers a variety of amenities and services that help residents to find comfort and enjoyment. Residents enjoy peace of mind knowing that excellent healthcare facilities are nearby, should their need for medical services arise.

The community ensures residents dealing with the challenges of memory loss are given the support and care they need through their compassionate memory care services. Residents can freely enjoy their hobbies or discover new passions in the vibrant and spacious activity room. A fully stocked snack bar makes sure residents are always happy and full. Other amenities include a modern rehab facility, library, salon, an indoor courtyard, and computer room.

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Overview of Elysian Gardens Assisted Living Facility

Experience a better quality of life at Elysian Gardens Assisted Living, an outstanding community in Tampa, FL, offering assisted living. With a kind and well-trained team available 24/7, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents enjoy maintenance-free living.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Three delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides transportation services to ensure residents’ safety. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement amidst the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of The Meridian at Brandon

Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report based on ratings from residents and their families, The Meridian at Brandon was celebrated as a Best Memory Care community in 2023. This quaint establishment offers 5 types of floor plans with options for a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom unit. It also boasts resort-style amenities such as a café, a fitness center, a spa and massage room, and a theater.

Designing intention into every detail, The Meridian at Brandon accommodates seniors looking for independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. From assistance with personal care needs and medication to specialized programming for individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s and other dementia, a broad range of possibilities is given back to seniors in this exceptional community.

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Overview of Discovery Village at Westchase

Discovery Village at Westchase sits cozily in a suburb just minutes away from downtown Tampa Bay. Kept warm by the tropical Floridian climate and surrounded by the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the residents of this premier senior living community can enjoy such amenities as an in-house restaurant, bar and lounge, senior-friendly fitness center, and a multitude of gathering spaces both indoors and outdoors. Each apartment in the home follows an elegant, open-plan design and is spacious and welcoming, with various outdoor living areas and lovely, nature-filled panoramas. Residents have the freedom to choose between six distinct floor plans, all of which are made with high-quality building materials and feature walk-in showers.

The same amount of attention to detail is given to their assisted living and memory care facilities too. Discovery Village at Westchase offers 24/7 medical care, regular housekeeping, medication management, personal care assistance, and on-site wellness and therapy services. Those in need of memory care can also expect a secure living location with extensively trained team members, cognitive stimulation activities, and top-of-the-line dementia care. If you’re looking to live life to the fullest and enjoy your golden years with peace of mind, Discovery Village at Westchase is the place to go.

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Memory Lane Cottage at Tampa Palms

5175 Cypress Preserve Dr, Tampa, FL 33647
Overview of Memory Lane Cottage at Tampa Palms

Memory Lane Cottage provides exceptional memory care for seniors in Tampa Palms, Florida. At Memory Lane Cottages, their mission is to create a safe, comfortable environment that feels like home, while personalizing care to maximize each resident’s quality of life. The professionally trained staff creates a secure atmosphere where residents can wander freely. Family participation is encouraged as part of the care plan, ensuring residents receive care that reflects their unique life experiences.

Memory Lane Cottage at Tampa Palms offers 20 private suites, a dining room with home-cooked meals, a living room, and large secured courtyards with walking paths and gardening areas. Residents enjoy a variety of activities designed to stimulate memory and cognitive function, including games, movies, and arts and crafts. Memory Lane Cottage provides comprehensive care, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and 24/7 supervision by Alzheimer’s-trained staff. They also offer physical, speech, and occupational therapy as needed.

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Overview of Seacoast at Uptown Oaks

Seacoast at Uptown Oaks is an assisted living and memory care community in Tampa, Florida. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 160 beds, making it larger than communities below that threshold and bringing more residents, staff, and programming. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently. Seacoast at Uptown Oaks may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care in a secured, supervised setting or assisted living support with daily tasks.

Residents can follow customized walking paths and spend time in shaded gazebos outdoors. The salon provides on site grooming services. Dietitian regulated meals are provided, and a comprehensive activity schedule runs seven days a week. Free transportation, rehabilitation services, and insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits are also available.

Rebecca Haugland serves as the administrator, and Sctt Alf operates the community.

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Overview of Great American Assisted Living at Tampa

Conveniently located in Hillsborough County, Tampa, FL, Colonial Assisted Living is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Age gracefully in the comfort of carefully built accommodations with access to 24/7 assistance provided by a dedicated and compassionate team. The community offers personalized care plans tailored to accommodate residents’ varying needs and preferences.

Residents enjoy fulfilling opportunities through a wide range of enriching activities and events, such as daily exercises, social events, book clubs, art and cooking classes, and more. The community provides an array of services that help residents get their medications on time and keep up with nutrition and physical therapy, ensuring they are always on top of their health. Residents also enjoy menu and recipes designed to satisfy every palate while providing the necessary nourishment for seniors.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in Tampa at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tampa, FL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tampa, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Tampa, FL

What is the average cost of memory care in Tampa, FL?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Tampa, FL is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Tampa, FL?

Memory care in Tampa, FL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Tampa, FL?

Memory care communities in Tampa, FL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Florida Medicaid cover memory care?

Florida Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Florida) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 37 memory care communities in Tampa, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.