Best Memory Care in Florida

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Jun 2026

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680 homes in Florida

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Florida Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).


Westminster Woods on Julington Creek	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Fruit Cove (Saint Johns)	80 Facility 80 FL AVG 89 Rank #582 / 1074	No	47 Facility 47 FL AVG 40 Rank #570 / 1486	Wesley Manor, Inc.	93 Facility 93 FL AVG 83 Rank #203 / 876	21	57.1% Facility 57.1% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #470 / 919	23 Facility 23 FL AVG 33 Rank #360 / 919	1.1 Facility 1.1 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #331 / 919	Not-For-Profit	-	David Berlin	-	C-
Benton House of Port Orange	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Port Orange (Whispering Woods Condo)	80 Facility 80 FL AVG 89 Rank #582 / 1074	No	2 Facility 2 FL AVG 40 Rank #1403 / 1486	Sonida Port Orange, LLC	96 Facility 96 FL AVG 83 Rank #100 / 876	7	42.9% Facility 42.9% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #261 / 919	7 Facility 7 FL AVG 33 Rank #92 / 919	1.0 Facility 1.0 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #167 / 919	For-Profit	$1,000	Daniel Jose Salinas	Studio / 1 Bed	A-
The Gables of Gainesville	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Gainesville	79 Facility 79 FL AVG 89 Rank #600 / 1074	Yes	15 Facility 15 FL AVG 40 Rank #1174 / 1486	1415 Fort Clarke Blvd Tenant LLC	65 Facility 65 FL AVG 83 Rank #791 / 876	55	58.2% Facility 58.2% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #500 / 919	59 Facility 59 FL AVG 33 Rank #783 / 919	1.1 Facility 1.1 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #331 / 919	For-Profit	$21,000	Ashley D Henry	Suite / 1 Bed	-
Madison at Oviedo	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Oviedo	85 Facility 85 FL AVG 89 Rank #564 / 1074	No	27 Facility 27 FL AVG 40 Rank #954 / 1486	Oviedo1818 Opco, LLC	62 Facility 62 FL AVG 83 Rank #839 / 876	50	68% Facility 68% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #671 / 919	87 Facility 87 FL AVG 33 Rank #872 / 919	1.7 Facility 1.7 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #779 / 919	For-Profit	$31,900	Kristofer Munch	Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed	-
Terracina Grand	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Naples	200 Facility 200 FL AVG 89 Rank #38 / 1074	Yes	12 Facility 12 FL AVG 40 Rank #1224 / 1486	Terracina, LLC	76 Facility 76 FL AVG 83 Rank #641 / 876	31	41.9% Facility 41.9% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #253 / 919	36 Facility 36 FL AVG 33 Rank #553 / 919	1.2 Facility 1.2 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #458 / 919	For-Profit	$34,000	Pradeep Muley	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Brookdale DeLand	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Deland (Scarlett)	89 Facility 89 FL AVG 89 Rank #546 / 1074	Yes	14 Facility 14 FL AVG 40 Rank #1185 / 1486	Bkd Sterling House Of Deland, LLC	90 Facility 90 FL AVG 83 Rank #314 / 876	22	40.9% Facility 40.9% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #241 / 919	19 Facility 19 FL AVG 33 Rank #289 / 919	0.9 Facility 0.9 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #64 / 919	For-Profit	$2,000	Kerry Hedden	Studio / Suite	A+
Addington Place of Titusville	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Titusville	90 Facility 90 FL AVG 89 Rank #533 / 1074	Yes	31 Facility 31 FL AVG 40 Rank #904 / 1486	Arhc Tvtitfl01 Trs, LLC	61 Facility 61 FL AVG 83 Rank #853 / 876	51	74.5% Facility 74.5% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #761 / 919	96 Facility 96 FL AVG 33 Rank #885 / 919	1.9 Facility 1.9 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #835 / 919	For-Profit	$31,650	Jennifer Brewer	Studio / Suite / 1 Bed	A-
Mangrove Bay	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Jupiter	75 Facility 75 FL AVG 89 Rank #615 / 1074	Yes	29 Facility 29 FL AVG 40 Rank #933 / 1486	Vop Mangrove Bay, LLC	85 Facility 85 FL AVG 83 Rank #452 / 876	25	48% Facility 48% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #326 / 919	45 Facility 45 FL AVG 33 Rank #681 / 919	1.8 Facility 1.8 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #812 / 919	For-Profit	-	Craig Reinmuth	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
Oakmonte Village of Davie	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Davie	220 Facility 220 FL AVG 89 Rank #28 / 1074	No	56 Facility 56 FL AVG 40 Rank #407 / 1486	8201 Stirling Road Opco LLC	93 Facility 93 FL AVG 83 Rank #203 / 876	20	55% Facility 55% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #435 / 919	24 Facility 24 FL AVG 33 Rank #384 / 919	1.2 Facility 1.2 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #458 / 919	For-Profit	-	Rene Buck	Studio / Private / 1 Bed	A+
Discovery Village at Melbourne	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Melbourne (Eau Gallie)	203 Facility 203 FL AVG 89 Rank #37 / 1074	Yes	26 Facility 26 FL AVG 40 Rank #976 / 1486	Britton (Melbourne) Trs LLC	62 Facility 62 FL AVG 83 Rank #839 / 876	60	70% Facility 70% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #697 / 919	104 Facility 104 FL AVG 33 Rank #896 / 919	1.7 Facility 1.7 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #779 / 919	For-Profit	$24,608	Sarah Price	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-
American House The Palms	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Fort Myers (Winkler)	80 Facility 80 FL AVG 89 Rank #582 / 1074	Yes	59 Facility 59 FL AVG 40 Rank #368 / 1486	Vop Ft. Myers, LLC	84 Facility 84 FL AVG 83 Rank #474 / 876	24	62.5% Facility 62.5% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #568 / 919	29 Facility 29 FL AVG 33 Rank #463 / 919	1.2 Facility 1.2 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #458 / 919	For-Profit	$3,350	William Brewster	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	A+
Arbor Oaks at Lakeland Hills	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. ADC Adult Day Care Structured weekday daytime programming for seniors who live at home but need supervision, health monitoring, or social engagement. More affordable than full residential care and a key resource for working family caregivers. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Lakeland	95 Facility 95 FL AVG 89 Rank #504 / 1074	Yes	28 Facility 28 FL AVG 40 Rank #944 / 1486	Bs-Lakeland Hills, Inc.	88 Facility 88 FL AVG 83 Rank #383 / 876	20	55% Facility 55% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #435 / 919	26 Facility 26 FL AVG 33 Rank #414 / 919	1.3 Facility 1.3 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #557 / 919	For-Profit	$3,200	Karla Niethammer	Studio / 1 Bed	-
The Windsor at Ocala	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Ocala	94 Facility 94 FL AVG 89 Rank #517 / 1074	Yes	2 Facility 2 FL AVG 40 Rank #1403 / 1486	18Th Avenue Alf LLC	86 Facility 86 FL AVG 83 Rank #428 / 876	29	48.3% Facility 48.3% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #331 / 919	27 Facility 27 FL AVG 33 Rank #429 / 919	0.9 Facility 0.9 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #64 / 919	For-Profit	$7,500	Kristen K Montgomery	1 Bed	-
The Windsor of Cape Coral	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Cape Coral (Hancock)	94 Facility 94 FL AVG 89 Rank #517 / 1074	Yes	33 Facility 33 FL AVG 40 Rank #864 / 1486	Santa Barbara Alf LLC	79 Facility 79 FL AVG 83 Rank #589 / 876	41	53.7% Facility 53.7% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #412 / 919	50 Facility 50 FL AVG 33 Rank #731 / 919	1.2 Facility 1.2 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #458 / 919	For-Profit	$3,500	Gina M. Rath	1 Bed	-
Somerby Santa Rosa Beach	MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Santa Rosa Beach (Grosh)	96 Facility 96 FL AVG 89 Rank #495 / 1074	Yes	16 Facility 16 FL AVG 40 Rank #1159 / 1486	Hewett Senior Care LLC	93 Facility 93 FL AVG 83 Rank #203 / 876	22	45.5% Facility 45.5% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #301 / 919	21 Facility 21 FL AVG 33 Rank #316 / 919	1.0 Facility 1.0 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #167 / 919	For-Profit	$250	Aisha Chanel Thompkins	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these memory care communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 680 memory care communities in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Florida?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Florida, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Florida?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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