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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Florida. 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Bella Mar at Delray Beach
MC
AL
Delray Beach
145
Facility 145
FL AVG 88
Rank #155 / 1,058
Yes
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,129 / 1,427
Delray Senior Living LLC12
75%
Facility 75%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #744 / 906
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #304 / 906
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #794 / 906
For-Profit$10,000John Culhane-
The Elite ALF at Cape Coral LLC
MC
AL
RC
Cape Coral (Caloosahatchee)
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 88
Rank #433 / 1,058
No
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 42
Rank #638 / 1,427
The Elite Alf At Cape Coral LLC40
60%
Facility 60%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #505 / 906
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 33
Rank #699 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$41,500Merideth Bisel-
Sodalis Tampa
MC
AL
IL
RC
Tampa
133
Facility 133
FL AVG 88
Rank #202 / 1,058
Yes
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 42
Rank #976 / 1,427
Ec Opco Carrollwood LLC50
58%
Facility 58%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #474 / 906
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 33
Rank #783 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$49,375Lashandra Robinson-
Atrium Gardens
MC
RC
Tampa
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 88
Rank #813 / 1,058
No
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 42
Rank #591 / 1,427
Atrium Gardens Alf, LLC37
68%
Facility 68%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #645 / 906
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 33
Rank #600 / 906
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #315 / 906
For-Profit$15,500Katrina Sheppard-
Discovery Village At Boynton Beach
MC
AL
IL
Boynton Beach
93
Facility 93
FL AVG 88
Rank #512 / 1,058
Yes
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,015 / 1,427
Boynton Beach Opco LLC23
70%
Facility 70%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #674 / 906
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 33
Rank #493 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$9,500Saber Dhif-
Discovery Village Vero Beach
MC
AL
IL
Vero Beach
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 88
Rank #602 / 1,058
No
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,224 / 1,427
Nhi Opco Vero Beach Fl LLC37
51%
Facility 51%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #365 / 906
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 33
Rank #699 / 906
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #540 / 906
For-Profit$1,500Elizabeth Monplaisir-
The Cascades at Delray Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Delray Beach
82
Facility 82
FL AVG 88
Rank #565 / 1,058
No
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,343 / 1,427
Delray Assisted Living LLC9
56%
Facility 56%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #427 / 906
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #170 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #616 / 906
Non-Profit-Harold Dean-
New Era Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Lakeland
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 88
Rank #868 / 1,058
Yes
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 42
Rank #638 / 1,427
Florry Creative Care Corp21
76%
Facility 76%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #770 / 906
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 33
Rank #502 / 906
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #722 / 906
For-Profit$4,650Cherry TwiggsSuite
Miami Gardens Manor, Inc.
MC
AL
Miami Gardens
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 88
Rank #914 / 1,058
Yes
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,034 / 1,427
Miami Gardens Manor, Inc15
80%
Facility 80%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #801 / 906
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #304 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$2,500Novelette Beharie-ThomasPrivate / Semi-private Rooms
Rosie’s Manor
MC
AL
IL
NH
Port St. Lucie (Port Saint Lucie)
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 88
Rank #1,030 / 1,058
No
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,034 / 1,427
The Cornerstones Of Port Saint Lucie Inc20
70%
Facility 70%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #674 / 906
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 33
Rank #470 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$1,675Rina AikensPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every FL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 778 on this page.

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Overview of Bella Mar at Delray Beach

Operated by Delray Senior Living LLC, Bella Mar at Delray Beach is an assisted living community in Delray Beach, Florida. The 145-bed community at 14100 Via Flora is administered by John Culhane. It serves residents who need support with daily living activities while maintaining independence in a residential setting.

The car-dependent community has a Walk Score of 18, indicating a suburban location where most errands and services demand a vehicle. This setting captivates residents and families who want a quieter, residential neighborhood over an urban or highly walkable area. To support resident care and daily needs, Bella Mar at Delray Beach maintains licensed nursing and nursing assistant staff. The community provides wellness and activities programming, plus culinary and dining services. A structured community experience helps residents stay engaged with daily life and other occupants.

Over the past five years, state health inspections have noted areas where the facility has worked to strengthen its practices around administrative processes and care protocols. The community continues to tackle areas cited during oversight visits, which is common for facilities serving this population.

To learn more about Bella Mar at Delray Beach, families must tour the community to see the residential environment, understand specific care services, and get details about current availability, pricing, and any specialized programs that might meet their dearest one’s specific needs.

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Overview of The Elite ALF at Cape Coral

The Elite ALF at Cape Coral is a 100-bed for-profit assisted living facility located in Cape Coral, Florida. Managed by administrator Merideth Bisel, the campus offers regular residential care, short-term respite options, and dedicated memory support tracks. The property focuses on long-term senior housing, combining around-the-clock staffing with active clinical tracking and physical rehabilitation options.

Oversight documentation preserved by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration reflects an annual average of 2.4 citations over a 13-year tracking window, outperforming the state benchmark by 48%. This operational history accumulates 48 total infractions across 40 distinct evaluation cycles. Regulatory logs note a clear shift toward institutional stability: the provider registered an error-free streak spanning six straight reviews between February 2021 and June 2023, followed by a complaint check in October 2025 that also concluded with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero.

A minor baseline audit in January 2025 did note two narrow citations regarding physical plant safety and medication administration protocols. Long-term operational themes have centered on staff training records, resident supervision guidelines, contract disclosures, and background screening, leading to seven historical administrative assessments totaling $41,500 with no severe license restrictions.

In terms of daily clinical delivery, the 24-hour staffing framework manages specialized therapeutic exercises alongside dual-language support in English and Spanish. The culinary crew organizes restaurant-style meal services inside a central dining pavilion, while daily facilities management covers laundry services, regular housekeeping, and access to a secured, landscaped outdoor courtyard. For structured peer engagement, the recreation department relies on its specialized Joyful Moments Program to coordinate retail shopping excursions, group fitness blocks, dancing, music tracking, and interactive cooking lessons.

Prospective residents seeking a managed dementia neighborhood or post-hospital convalescent care can look to the property’s sustained history of downward deficiency metrics to guide their placement search. The 100-bed campus functions well for seniors who desire active lifestyle services but require structured medication monitoring and professional health tracking on the floor.

Contact The Elite ALF at Cape Coral LLC

Overview of Sodalis Tampa

Sodalis Tampa is a senior living community in Tampa, Florida that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. These services are rooted in a residents first philosophy which is reflected in their staff’s proactive approach to the well-being of each and every one of their residents. This attitude allows individuals to be served not just with the compassion and hospitality of care partners but with warmth similar to that of family. Through social interaction, mental stimulation, physical exercise, and the satisfaction of dietary needs, Sodalis Tampa supports seniors to find and reach their optimal quality of life. 
With a full-time engagement director on board, this community boasts an assortment of daily activities thoughtfully designed around the interests of residents. This includes bridge, bingo, live music, and dancing. For residents seeking activities outside this home, Sodalis offers a free shuttle service that can get seniors out to explore the restaurants, retail shops, and wellness centers in the lively Tampa area. 

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Atrium Gardens

1513 W Fletcher Ave #3315, Tampa, FL 33612
Overview of Atrium Gardens

Recognized by MemoryCare.com as one of the best memory care communities in Tampa in 2020, Atrium Gardens is a senior living community dedicated to memory care. It is a family-owned and operated facility that offers an all-inclusive service for seniors experiencing memory loss who need both short-term and long-term care. It provides top-of-the-line care through its multidisciplinary team of caregivers and medical professionals and the individualized service plans created to ensure personalized care is given. 
Each resident can opt to stay in a private, deluxe, or shared room complete with daily housekeeping, private bathrooms, spacious closets, and maintenance services. Around-the-clock care staff reside on the premises to provide 24-hour assistance with ADLs, medication management, health maintenance, and regular wellness checks. Other features of the Atrium Gardens include charming landscaped grounds, planned social events, sizable gathering areas, special dietary menus planned by a registered dietitian, and transportation services.

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Overview of Discovery Village at Boynton Beach

Experience a vibrant and luxurious senior living lifestyle at Discovery Village at Boynton Beach, located in the heart of Palm Beach County, Florida. Situated just north of Delray Beach, this community offers retirees a haven focused on community, care, and comfort. Residents revel in a resort-style environment, adorned with exquisite dining options, salons, fitness centers, and an array of amenities. Discovery Village caters to diverse needs, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and a specialized Memory Care program tailored for seniors facing Alzheimer’s and other memory-related conditions.

Enriched by Boynton Beach’s suburban charm, residents enjoy leisurely walks along the boardwalk, exploring the Green Cay Nature Center & Wetlands, and visiting Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market. Transportation services facilitate easy access to appointments, religious services, dining outings, and more. The community prides itself on immaculate suites and apartments maintained by dedicated housekeeping and maintenance staff. At Discovery Village at Boynton Beach, life is an opportunity to thrive, connect, and embrace the golden years with grace and joy.

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Overview of Discovery Village Vero Beach

If you’re looking for a retirement community that feels like a tropical vacation that never ends, look no further than Discovery Village at Vero Beach, Florida. This sunny, vibrant location provides the perfect combo of amenities, senior lifestyle programs, and personalized care that makes for a senior living paradise. There are two lifestyle options, Active Independent Living and Assisted Living, both of which get you a maintenance-free apartment home or suite near the fun-filled activities that await along Florida’s Treasure Coast. From showering or bathing assistance and in-room dining service to insulin administration and pharmacy coordination, their empathy-driven philosophy ensures you or a loved one receives all the best practices in Assisted living while still fostering independence and freedom.

The comfortable apartments go above and beyond in class and functionality, offering you stunning views of the Atlantic beaches and the everyday hustle and bustle of Floridian life. And if you don’t feel like going too far, Discovery Village offers amenities like restaurant-style dining with table service, an outdoor swimming pool, a game room, a multitude of scenic walking paths and communal space as well as tons of daily activities, recreation and social events. Spend your golden years living in unparalleled comfort and style at Discovery Village at Vero Beach.

Contact Discovery Village Vero Beach

Overview of The Cascades at Delray Senior Living

The Cascades at Delray Senior Living is an 82-bed non-profit retirement community located in Delray Beach, Florida. Managed by administrator Harold Dean and operated by Delray Assisted Living LLC, the campus utilizes a continuing-care model that integrates independent living, standard assisted living, memory care, and post-acute physical rehabilitation. The property functions as a residential health campus, blending 24-hour staffing models with professional clinical oversight.

Oversight files preserved by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration register 10 total deficiencies across eight separate inspection cycles over a five-year period. This historical operational baseline averages 1.2 citations annually, performing 74% better than the Florida state average. Early regulatory logs show strong baseline trends, with the initial January 2020 licensure check and three subsequent complaint investigations concluding with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. However, recent routine field audits note emerging training and administrative gaps; both a July 2022 review and a November 2024 inspection logged three citations each, focusing on emergency planning, medication records, staffing standards, and employee certifications in dementia and advanced directive care. State records show an operational status free of administrative corporate fines or active enforcement constraints, though the facility’s state licensure status is noted as “In Review” following its passing of an April 30, 2026 expiration milestone.

Regarding physical operations, a multilingual care team fluent in Creole, English, and Spanish manages daily personal care and medication assistance. The building incorporates private suites with campus-wide wireless internet access, an on-site therapy gym, a library and reading lounge, outdoor terraces, a full-service beauty salon, and 24-hour concierge coverage. The culinary department handles chef-prepared meal services daily, while the recreation staff organizes structured community events and social programming.

Prospective residents evaluating local care tracks should directly verify the current licensing status with state health authorities to confirm ongoing remediation timelines. The 82-capacity layout serves community members navigating progressive physical limitations or cognitive decline who benefit from seamless transitions between independent housing and specialized memory care. Sponsors are encouraged to contact the main office to arrange a walkthrough of the therapy gym, review recent staff training updates with the administrator, and confirm active bed openings before initiating the intake process.

Contact The Cascades at Delray Senior Living

Overview of New Era Assisted Living

New Era Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Lakeland, FL, committed to providing exceptional assisted living services to their residents. As part of their assisted living services and program, they provide 24/7 personal assistance, a special memory support unit for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, and a bi-weekly visitation by a physician. They also offer respite care, hospice care, and scheduled transportation for medical appointments.

New Era Assisted Living doesn’t only offer quality care, they also make sure that the residents in their community are living comfortably, which is why they offer a myriad of services and amenities designed for comfort and entertainment or leisure. These include meal provisions with consideration to the residents’ diet and food preferences, access to a well stocked library, regular trips to the mall, housekeeping and linen services, and regular activities promoting physical and mental well being.

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Overview of Miami Gardens Manor

Age comfortably with Miami Gardens Manor, Inc., an esteemed community in Miami, FL, that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents here enjoy exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging.

A carefully curated calendar of stimulating activities and enriching programs is also conducted for residents to live actively and meet new friends. Mealtimes also promote social interactions while meeting dietary needs with delightful and well-balanced dining options. Residents here enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s beautifully designed amenities and cozy spaces.

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Rosie’s Manor

1910 Se Rainier Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
Overview of Rosie’s Manor

Discover the charm and warmth of Rosie’s Manor ALF, located in Port St. Lucie, FL, providing residential care home services. The community offers a private home and a nurturing and community-style living space for seniors seeking individualized care and assistance with daily living activities. A dedicated team strives to enhance the quality of living for seniors to live a vibrant lifestyle throughout their stay.

The community offers above-and-beyond amenities and services that enrich the daily lives of its residents. Experience its lively calendar with planned social and recreational activities, along with educational and community events. Create unforgettable memories and lasting connections with new friends within the amazing spaces of this beautiful community. With Rosie’s Manor ALF, every moment is crafted to celebrate life and foster a vibrant and fulfilling experience for all.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Florida

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 778 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.