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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. 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.
Sonata Windermere
MC
AL
RC
Windermere
122
Facility 122
FL AVG 88
Rank #250 / 1,058
No
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 42
Rank #933 / 1,427
Clpf Windermere Opco LLC68
85%
Facility 85%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #846 / 906
122
Facility 122
FL AVG 33
Rank #896 / 906
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #794 / 906
For-Profit$57,150Amelia CowanStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Palm Bay Memory Care
MC
RC
Palm Bay
98
Facility 98
FL AVG 88
Rank #469 / 1,058
Yes
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 42
Rank #726 / 1,427
Palm Bay Mc, LLC39
90%
Facility 90%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #872 / 906
71
Facility 71
FL AVG 33
Rank #811 / 906
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #794 / 906
For-Profit$48,875Kimberly SimmonsStudio / 1 Bed
Madison at Ocoee
MC
AL
RC
Ocoee
105
Facility 105
FL AVG 88
Rank #401 / 1,058
Yes
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 42
Rank #788 / 1,427
Ocoee1818 Opco LLC70
89%
Facility 89%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #867 / 906
112
Facility 112
FL AVG 33
Rank #891 / 906
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #722 / 906
For-Profit$30,650Javier Espinosa1 Bed / 2 Bed
Somerby Lake Nona
MC
AL
RC
Orlando
89
Facility 89
FL AVG 88
Rank #534 / 1,058
Yes
43
Facility 43
FL AVG 42
Rank #667 / 1,427
1818 Nona Opco, LLC55
84%
Facility 84%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #842 / 906
97
Facility 97
FL AVG 33
Rank #873 / 906
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #794 / 906
For-Profit$60,500Nichole Doyer1 Bed / 2 Bed
Healthpark Senior Living
MC
RC
Fort Myers
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 88
Rank #631 / 1,058
Yes
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 42
Rank #788 / 1,427
Fort Myers Sl Opco LLC73
71%
Facility 71%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #693 / 906
82
Facility 82
FL AVG 33
Rank #846 / 906
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 906
For-Profit$54,175Karla Power-
The Pavilion of East Tampa
MC
AL
IL
RC
Tampa (Old Seminole Heights)
135
Facility 135
FL AVG 88
Rank #189 / 1,058
Yes
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 42
Rank #591 / 1,427
Tampa Al Opco LLC80
68%
Facility 68%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #645 / 906
118
Facility 118
FL AVG 33
Rank #893 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$21,000Doris Rangel-
Golden Pond Communities
MC
AL
IL
Winter Garden
108
Facility 108
FL AVG 88
Rank #388 / 1,058
Yes
91
Facility 91
FL AVG 42
Rank #33 / 1,427
Winter Garden Opco, LLC63
79%
Facility 79%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #792 / 906
98
Facility 98
FL AVG 33
Rank #875 / 906
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #722 / 906
For-Profit$34,700Sharon Perez-
The Fairways at Naples
MC
HOS
RC
Naples (Central Naples)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
No
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,403 / 1,427
Naples Memory Care 2 LLC10
90%
Facility 90%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #872 / 906
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 33
Rank #204 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$4,250Jennifer Morgan-
Brookdale Tequesta
MC
AL
Tequesta
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 88
Rank #753 / 1,058
Yes
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,318 / 1,427
Als North America Inc45
80%
Facility 80%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #801 / 906
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 33
Rank #678 / 906
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 906
For-Profit$13,875Daniela Gonzalez-Aguilar-
Morningside House of Sarasota
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Sarasota
68
Facility 68
FL AVG 88
Rank #643 / 1,058
Yes
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 42
Rank #165 / 1,427
Sabra Southern Operations I LLC14
64%
Facility 64%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #564 / 906
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 33
Rank #416 / 906
1.9
Facility 1.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #817 / 906
For-Profit-Courtney Lonseth-

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Sonata Windermere

13798 Speer Island Dr, Windermere, FL 34786
Overview of Sonata Windermere

Bask in the warmth of Sonata Windermere, an extraordinary senior living community settling in the peaceful neighborhood of Speer Island Drive, Windermere, FL, providing assisted living and memory care. Have a relaxing time within the carefully crafted and elegant residences of Sonata Windermere in a selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a kind and compassionate team delivering top-notch care and support, seniors ease their minds and live to their potential.

Enjoy the picturesque scenery for relaxation and participate in stimulating activities to maintain wellness. Feel good with delightful and healthy meals that cater to nutritional needs and tastes. With its serene spaces and fabulous amenities, Sonata Windermere is ideal for seniors seeking solace in their golden years.

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Palm Bay Memory Care

350 Malabar Rd, Palm Bay, FL 32907
Overview of Palm Bay Memory Care

Palm Bay Memory Care, situated in Palm Bay, FL, is dedicated to providing exceptional memory care services through its unique “PLAYS” program. The community envisions a supportive environment where residents can engage in each moment, meeting them at various points in their memory journey.  The Palm Bay Memory Care staff is trained to embrace positivity, acknowledge residents’ thoughts and preferences, and foster a dignified and respectful atmosphere.

A structured environment aligns with the Alzheimer’s Association’s recommendation, reducing anxiety and stress. Palm Bay Memory Care’s amenities and facilities include the innovative MUSIC & MEMORY® Program. Grounded in neuroscience research, personalized playlists recreate significant life events, tapping into preserved memories and enlivening residents’ souls. Ongoing research supports the program’s effectiveness in fostering a calm environment, reducing agitation and anxiety, and ensuring a positive and enriching experience for Palm Bay Memory Care residents.

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Overview of Madison at Ocoee

Uncover the essence of vibrant living at Madison at Ocoee, FL, where personalized care meets endless possibilities for joy and independence. The team specializes in assisted living, memory care, and respite care, focusing on empowering residents to embrace their independence and passions. The highly equipped and dedicated team, available 24/7, provides attentive support, from medication management to daily assistance with personal care and services. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can receive individualized care, purpose, and engagement from an expert and specialized team.

Engage in a dynamic array of activities designed to inspire and entertain, from competitive games to invigorating exercise classes. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories within the beautifully created spaces of this community. With Madison at Ocoee, every day is an opportunity for meaningful connection and joyful living.

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Somerby Lake Nona

9682 Lake Nona Village Pl, Orlando, FL 32827
Overview of Somerby Lake Nona

Administered by Nichole Doyer, Somerby Lake Nona is an assisted living community that 1818 Nona Opco operates in the Lake Nona neighborhood of Orlando. It sits at 9682 Lake Nona Village Place in a three-story building with 89 beds offered in one and two-bedroom floor plans.

The home sits in a somewhat walkable area with a Walk Score of 43. While some nearby services can be accessed on foot, most daily errands require transportation. For those with car access, the neighborhood is convenient. The facility welcomes pets, which can be a crucial consideration for occupants wanting their animal companions nearby during this life stage.

Somerby Lake Nona operates under state oversight. It shows a pattern of inspections indicating attention to compliance in themes spanning resident care supervision, staff training practices, and admissions procedures.

For families contemplating this community, arranging a tour is an efficient way to learn more about specific services, amenities, daily activities, and care offerings available.

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Overview of Healthpark Senior Living

Healthpark Senior Living is a 70-bed assisted living and memory care facility that provides 24-hour staffing, licensed nursing care, and short-term respite options. The property features chef-prepared dining alongside structured group activities like gardening, music, and arts. Care services accommodate multiple payment types, including insurance, HMOs, CHAMPUS, and Veterans Affairs benefits, with multilingual staff speaking English, Spanish, and Creole.

Oversight logs compiled across 70 separate evaluations since 2012 document 76 total deficiencies, with regulatory visits and citations showing an increase over the last three years. Because 69 of those 70 inspections historically turned up a minor infraction, the community holds a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for entirely flawless evaluations.

Long-term files show mixed compliance patterns involving building maintenance, record-keeping, infection control, and dietary services, and the provider’s enforcement history notes multiple administrative fines totaling $54,175. However, public records reflect a notable turnaround in recent months; the most recent evaluation from September 2025 came back completely clean, showing no regulatory violations. No further state enforcement actions are on record.

Prospective residents looking into local senior housing can use this extensive dataset to evaluate the home’s operational trends. Since the official tracking files outline an elevated historical fine record alongside a very recent spotless inspection, verifying how the current management maintains these updated standards is a sensible step. Setting up a personal walkthrough is a helpful way to look over the common rooms, inspect the building’s physical upkeep, and talk with the team about their daily care routines.

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Overview of The Pavilion of East Tampa

Residing in the beautiful neighborhood of Tampa, FL, The Pavilion of East Tampa is an esteemed senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite services. Here, residents can select among cozy and exciting accommodations with varying floor plans tailored to their needs. Having a trained and dedicated team, the community provides round-the-clock staffing to ensure the comfort and safety of its residents. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.

Providing top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy delectable and healthy meals, housekeeping and personal laundry services, on-site maintenance, and transportation options. Boost physical endurance through its wellness programs. Spend more time for self-care by visiting its salon and lush outdoor spaces. Meet new companions by engaging in diverse social activities and life enrichment programs. At The Pavilion of East Tampa, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement.

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Overview of Golden Pond Communities

Golden Pond Communities is a 108-bed independent living, assisted living, and memory care facility located in a highly walkable urban setting with a Walk Score of 91. The community provides 24-hour staffing, nursing services, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, transportation, and library access, with bilingual staff fluent in English and Spanish. Financial assistance programs, including Medicaid, CHAMPUS, HMOs, and Veterans Affairs benefits, are accepted.

Government compliance logs covering 63 distinct regulatory visits since June 2012 detail 98 total line-item infractions at the property. On a comparative scale, this citation history climbs roughly 197% above the standard benchmark for typical Florida senior settings. Since every single on-site review conducted by state health officials turned up some type of required fix, the home has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection on initial audits.

Local files track a repetitive history of operational hurdles, with recurring marks tied to medication labeling and storage, overall staffing numbers, employee background clearances, dietary services, and resident supervision. The operator’s enforcement profile features 14 administrative fines totaling $34,700, and the most recent evaluation from February 2025 logged four additional deficiencies involving staff training, kitchen standards, physical safety, and basic care routines.

Families investigating senior placement options in the region need to weigh these long-term state oversight patterns before finalizing a choice. Because the public tracking history points to a multi-year stretch of citations involving medication administration, background checks, and building maintenance up through the early 2025 records, asking the administration to explain their current quality improvement protocols is an important precaution. Planning an on-site visit is a useful way to check the actual condition of the building yourself, view the common spaces, and watch how the team interacts with residents during daily routines.

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Overview of The Fairways at Naples

Operated by Naples Memory Care 2 LLC and professionally managed by DR Management Services, LLC, The Fairways at Naples is a memory care community in the Central Naples neighborhood of Naples, Florida. Jennifer Morgan serves as the administrator. The community is about 3. 5 miles from downtown Naples. It also provides hospice care and respite care, giving families several care options in one location. The community has 60 private residences designed for memory care. Residents receive 24-hour care and supervision, housekeeping, and specialized memory care programming. Restaurant-style dining is part of everyday life.

Amenities on-site include a library, movie theater, family room, wellness center, recreation room, and full-service salon. The activity calendar includes arts and crafts, cooking classes, dancing, exercise classes, gardening, music programs, games, shopping trips, and social events that encourage residents to stay active and connected.

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration oversees state inspections of the community. Inspection reports have included reviews of medication assistance, resident rights, staff training, and background screening practices. Some inspections found that the community is fully compliant. Families touring The Fairways at Naples should ask how these areas are managed as part of daily operations.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 2, which is car-dependent. Nearly all errands and outings require a vehicle, so residents and visiting family should plan on driving.

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Overview of Brookdale Tequesta

Brookdale Tequesta is a 50-bed assisted living and memory care community operated by ALS North America Inc. The property provides 24-hour staffing, nursing services, short-term respite care, and tailored dining plans. Amenities include walking paths, a secure courtyard with a greenhouse, an arts studio, a game room, a theater, local transportation, and an on-site clinic, with daily events featuring the B-FIT fitness program, cooking classes, and crafts. Staff members support communication in English, Spanish, Creole, and Sign Language, with monthly rates starting at $3,000 for assisted living and $3,905 for memory care. Veterans Affairs benefits are accepted.

State health department archives covering 18 separate inspections between September 2012 and May 2025 document 24 total line-item infractions over the property’s operational history. Because 12 of those 18 regulatory visits turned up at least one minor compliance note on initial paperwork, the home has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection on its first reviews. Historical files reveal recurring challenges involving medication management, staffing logs, resident supervision, and building maintenance, which resulted in a cumulative fine history of $13,875.

Modern data indicates a clear shift in oversight consistency; the facility logged a completely clean review on September 10, 2024, followed by a February 13, 2025 inspection that noted only a single deficiency regarding emergency management plans, which was quickly corrected.

Prospective residents searching for local care options can look to these multi-year government logs to examine the facility’s recent performance. Since the official tracking records show that past administrative and building maintenance hurdles have given way to a strong run of clean or near-clean evaluations, the files indicate an attentive management structure. Scheduling an on-site visit is an effective next step to evaluate the physical grounds, tour the residential spaces, and talk with the team about financial assistance and care logistics.

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Overview of Morningside House of Sarasota

Morningside House of Sarasota is a 68-bed, non-profit community offering assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The facility features round-the-clock staffing, short-term respite care, Medicaid acceptance, and hospice coordination, utilizing integrated point-of-care technology and tailored dining programs to support daily resident needs.

State inspection files compiled over a seven-year timeline document 18 total deficiencies across 13 separate visits, an annual average of 2.6 citations that performs 43% better than the Florida baseline. Half of the lifetime infractions occurred during a single initial opening inspection in April 2018, which flagged nine startup issues involving background checks, staff training, and building safety.

Following those early challenges, the building recorded three consecutive flawless reviews between late 2018 and 2020. Recent evaluations show minor, isolated marks; a November 2023 complaint check cited one background screening issue, and the most recent routine evaluation from January 2025 noted two deficiencies regarding medication assistance and administration. The facility currently holds an officially corrected status and has never been penalized with state fines or enforcement actions.

Interested individuals scanning the local area for senior housing can look to these records as a sign of a stable operational history after initial launch hurdles. Since the early 2025 data indicates that medication administration protocols required minor adjustments, asking the director about their current staff nursing oversight and medication distribution systems is a practical step. Setting up an on-site tour will also give you an opportunity to look over the rehab spaces yourself and see how the team manages daily memory care routines.

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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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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.