Best Memory Care in Bradenton, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 memory care providers in Bradenton, 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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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch
MC
AL
RC
Bradenton
140
Facility 140
FL AVG 102
Rank #126 / 631
B+Yes
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 39
Rank #359 / 762
Senior Living Vi Lakewood Ranch, LLC36
19%
Facility 19%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #101 / 594
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 33
Rank #246 / 594
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #112 / 594
For-Profit$12,600Zachary A. BenjaminStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Summerfield Senior Living
MC
AL
Bradenton
142
Facility 142
FL AVG 102
Rank #122 / 631
A-No
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 39
Rank #300 / 762
Summerfield Senior Living LLC49
31%
Facility 31%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #295 / 594
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #411 / 594
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #213 / 594
For-Profit$500Melaniee MrosekStudio / 1 BedA+
Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay
MC
AL
IL
W Bradenton
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 102
Rank #104 / 631
A-No
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 39
Rank #268 / 762
Britton (Sarasota Bay) Trs LLC27
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #209 / 594
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #210 / 594
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #151 / 594
For-Profit$2,500Bethany SandersStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Brookdale Bradenton Gardens
MC
AL
Bradenton (South Bradenton)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 102
Rank #198 / 631
BYes
41
Facility 41
FL AVG 39
Rank #337 / 762
Emeritus Corporation46
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #209 / 594
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 33
Rank #444 / 594
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #253 / 594
For-Profit$9,500John O'sullivanStudioA+
Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes
MC
RC
Bradenton (South Bradenton)
68
Facility 68
FL AVG 102
Rank #446 / 631
B+Yes
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 39
Rank #160 / 762
Senior Living II LLC43
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #209 / 594
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 33
Rank #268 / 594
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #112 / 594
For-Profit$20,150Kathryn M. BlandPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Brookdale Pointe West
MC
Bradenton
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 102
Rank #537 / 631
A-Yes
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 39
Rank #451 / 762
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc37
22%
Facility 22%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #143 / 594
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #210 / 594
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #112 / 594
For-Profit$4,000Whitney PatelStudio-
Élan Manatee
MC
ADC
AL
IL
RC
Bradenton
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 102
Rank #352 / 631
A+No
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 39
Rank #359 / 762
Mcb-Dal Manatee Operations, LLC11
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #1 / 594
0
Facility 0
FL AVG 33
Rank #1 / 594
0.0
Facility 0.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #1 / 594
For-Profit$0Shannon ScraggStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Discovery Commons At Bradenton
MC
AL
RC
Bradenton
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 102
Rank #537 / 631
AYes
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 39
Rank #629 / 762
Bradenton Senior Housing I Opco LLC15
20%
Facility 20%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #113 / 594
10
Facility 10
FL AVG 33
Rank #165 / 594
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #253 / 594
For-Profit$0Stephanie MckinnonSuite-
Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
SNF
Bradenton
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 102
Rank #198 / 631
B+No
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 39
Rank #425 / 762
-4
100%
Facility 100%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #591 / 594
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 33
Rank #281 / 594
4.5
Facility 4.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #592 / 594
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Westminster Point Pleasant
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Bradenton
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 102
Rank #198 / 631
?Yes
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 39
Rank #59 / 762
-5
80%
Facility 80%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #590 / 594
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #210 / 594
2.6
Facility 2.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #581 / 594
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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 14 analyzed for Bradenton. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch

Set in the vibrant town of Sarasota, FL, the Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch is a welcoming senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose from spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom to two-bedroom. In terms of memory care, a specialized program called Inspired Journeys Memor Care is thoughtfully designed to cater to the immediate needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Offering above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy delicious and healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team, all-day dining signature options, housekeeping, weekly laundry service, concierge services, and scheduled transportation. Have fun with a full calendar of events and activities. With Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, seniors are assured of an all-encompassing living experience.

Starting Price $3,925/Month

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Overview of Summerfield Senior Living

Summerfield Senior Living provides assisted living and memory care in Bradenton, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs include memory support and may grow to require a more secure setting.

With 142 beds, Summerfield offers studio and one bedroom housing options. A studio keeps everything in one private living space, while a one bedroom separates the living and sleeping areas. The Walk Score of 44 means the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Melaniee Mrosek serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay

Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay is a premier senior living community that is the foremost choice in Assisted Living and Memory Care on the Suncoast. From the glistening waters of the bay to the multitude of amenities and state-of-the-art care facilities, Discovery Village goes above and beyond to ensure residents live it up and enjoy as much as possible.

They offer three lifestyle choices, Senior Independent Living, Assisted Living, and SHINE® Memory Care, all of which grant you access to unparalleled dining, scenic indoor and outdoor amenities, and attentive, concierge service. And when residents feel like venturing out, they’re only steps away from world-class beaches and a vibrant arts and culture scene, plus great golf, fishing, and outdoor activities. Whether you’re looking to enjoy some quiet time in their luxurious apartments or suites or feel a sense of community in one of the many gathering spaces, there are many ways to enjoy your retirement at Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay.

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Overview of Brookdale Bradenton Gardens

Located in Bradenton, Florida, Brookdale Bradenton Gardens is a senior living community that offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The community is situated just minutes from the sandy white beaches of Anna Marie Island and Longboat Key, providing residents with wonderful afternoon destinations. Brookdale Bradenton Gardens offers pet-friendly apartments, restaurant-style dining, and convenient amenities right on campus, allowing residents to reignite old passions and find new ones. The community’s staff is available 24/7 to be alerted to any emergencies, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.

The assisted living services at Brookdale Bradenton Gardens help seniors with medication management, daily living activities like bathing and dressing, and coordination with outside healthcare providers. The community’s staff also serves delicious meals in the cozy dining room. For memory care residents, Brookdale Bradenton Gardens focuses on creating a personalized experience. The community customizes care to meet each resident’s unique needs and preferences, with purposeful programs and compassionate care. Residents can participate in a variety of activities, including game nights, crafting classes, happy hour, and shopping trips, as well as structured programs like the book club, karaoke, dancing, chair yoga, trivia games, and art classes.

$2,965/Month

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Overview of Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes

Located in the beautiful community of Bradenton, FL, Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes is an esteemed senior living community that offers memory care and respite care services. Here, residents can select from stunning and spacious accommodations based on their preferences. Focusing on memory care, the community provides a state-of-the-art technology collaborative care platform called The Inspired Living iCare, along with a specialized program called Inspired Journeys which is driven by an evidence-based philosophy of care, caters to the immediate needs and concerns of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services including all-day dining, wellness programs, beauty and barber shop, and social activities coordinated by a professional team. Spend time visiting its amazing common spaces such as the courtyard, walking paths, and shaded gazebo. With Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, seniors are assured of a wonderful living experience.

Starting Price $4,445/Month

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Overview of Brookdale Pointe West

Brookdale Pointe West in Bradenton, Florida, offers exceptional memory care for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Maintaining a strong sense of self and purpose is at the heart of their approach, as they believe having dementia should not diminish one’s quality of life. The community provides a safe and nurturing environment, with visual reminders, familiar routines, and staff available 24/7 to support residents.

When residents move in, their world often opens up with new relationships and activities. The care team works to create daily experiences that instill a sense of meaning and purpose, helping residents feel well-known. Engaging activities like cornhole, bowling, dancing, and trivia games, as well as exciting outings to local beaches and nature preserves, are all part of the carefully designed care program to encourage residents and help them live their best lives. Mealtimes also provide comfort, with home-style dishes and a routine that alleviates confusion. Brookdale Pointe West is dedicated to delivering exceptional memory care that preserves the identity and dignity of each resident.

Starting Price $7,650/Month

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Élan Manatee

7375 Stone River Rd, Bradenton, FL 34203
Overview of Élan Manatee

Overlooking the blissful neighborhood of Bradenton, FL, Élan Manatee is a dynamic senior living community that specializes in assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents never have to worry about tedious chores and enjoy the peace of mind provided by having a round the clock team of reliable caregivers available to support their daily routines. Bright and spacious accommodations in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are carefully designed to provide residents a comfortable living space.

Everyday is filled with vibrant opportunities to reconnect with old hobbies, make new connections, and learn new things with a wide range of activities, events, outings, and classes. A delectable dining experience, featuring carefully crafted menus and freshly prepared meals are available to provide residents the nourishment they need to keep moving. Here, residents enjoy access to all the tools and necessities they need to live a vibrant and fulfilling life.

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Overview of Discovery Commons at Bradenton

Discovery Commons at Bradenton in Bradenton, FL, offers assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Assisted living supports residents with routine tasks like dressing, bathing, and managing medications, while memory care provides a secured space with continuous supervision for individuals prone to wandering. Short-term respite care accommodates individuals whose primary family caregivers need temporary relief for travel or recovery.

Bradenton Senior Housing I Opco operates the 40-bed community under administrator Stephanie McKinnon, featuring suite-style living spaces. Pets are permitted on site. Financial options cover Medicaid and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits for qualified individuals.

Older adults or caregivers seeking flexible support options in Bradenton can contact Discovery Commons at Bradenton to inquire about current openings or schedule a tour.

Contact Discovery Commons At Bradenton

Overview of Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center

Located in Bradenton, Florida, the Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center stands as a premier destination offering both short and long-term rehabilitation services. This skilled nursing home boasts a friendly and dedicated staff known for providing comprehensive and effective treatment plans to its residents. Within its walls, Heritage Park offers in-house therapy and skilled nursing services, making it an ideal place for residents to stay active and engaged. Their vibrant activity calendar ensures residents are involved in a range of activities designed to enhance their well-being.
In addition to their skilled nursing home services, Heritage Park also excels in providing memory care services. Professional caregivers tailor therapy programs to meet the unique needs of each patient, offering a personalized approach that ensures a supportive and nurturing environment. At Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center, residents receive not just care, but genuine concern for their well-being, making it a place where rehabilitation meets compassion.

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Westminster Point Pleasant

1533 4Th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
Overview of Westminster Point Pleasant

Westminster Point Pleasant is a Bradenton, FL community offering nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, home care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living supports private living with community services, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Because Westminster Point Pleasant offers several care levels, a resident’s needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Home care allows support to be delivered in a resident’s home, while rehabilitation services focus on recovery and functional improvement. The community has 120 beds, giving families a clear sense of its available residential capacity.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes to consider for eligible services. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a companion animal, and a Walk Score of 76 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently.

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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 Bradenton at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Bradenton, 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: 99The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Bradenton, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Bradenton, FL

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

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

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

Memory care in Bradenton, 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 Bradenton, FL?

Memory care communities in Bradenton, 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 14 memory care communities in Bradenton, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.