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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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Jennifer Gardens
MC
AL
Port Richey (Clark Place Addition)
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 88
Rank #753 / 1,058
No
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 42
Rank #571 / 1,427
Bns Enterprises, Inc26
65%
Facility 65%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #583 / 906
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 33
Rank #699 / 906
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #794 / 906
For-Profit$3,425Seromoney Singh
The Opal at Lakes Park
MC
ADC
AL
Fort Myers
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 88
Rank #602 / 1,058
No
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,244 / 1,427
Fort Myers Osl Property LLC30
70%
Facility 70%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #674 / 906
41
Facility 41
FL AVG 33
Rank #619 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$4,250Brenda Shadowen
Sonata Boca Raton
MC
AL
RC
Boca Raton (Brentwood Of Boca)
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 88
Rank #537 / 1,058
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,403 / 1,427
Vop Sonata Boca Raton, LLC36
64%
Facility 64%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #564 / 906
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 33
Rank #662 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$25,000Jacquelyn White
The Fountains of Hope
MC
AL
RC
Sarasota
116
Facility 116
FL AVG 88
Rank #333 / 1,058
Yes-The Fountains Of Hope LLC25
72%
Facility 72%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #709 / 906
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 33
Rank #600 / 906
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #722 / 906
For-Profit$11,000Mary Frances Moore
Spring Hills Lake Mary
MC
AL
IL
Lake Mary (Crystal Heights)
102
Facility 102
FL AVG 88
Rank #419 / 1,058
Yes
65
Facility 65
FL AVG 42
Rank #275 / 1,427
Pram/Lake Mary Te, LLC70
76%
Facility 76%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #770 / 906
118
Facility 118
FL AVG 33
Rank #893 / 906
1.7
Facility 1.7
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #761 / 906
For-Profit$92,264Maryann Howell
The Brennity at Melbourne
MC
AL
IL
Melbourne
96
Facility 96
FL AVG 88
Rank #485 / 1,058
No
83
Facility 83
FL AVG 42
Rank #78 / 1,427
Welltower Tcg Ridea Tenant LLC96
83%
Facility 83%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #831 / 906
167
Facility 167
FL AVG 33
Rank #904 / 906
1.7
Facility 1.7
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #761 / 906
For-Profit$80,850Tiffany Collins
Colliers at Clearwater
MC
ADC
AL
RC
Clearwater
119
Facility 119
FL AVG 88
Rank #326 / 1,058
Yes
10
Facility 10
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,263 / 1,427
The Landmark Operator LLC46
67%
Facility 67%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #603 / 906
66
Facility 66
FL AVG 33
Rank #800 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$16,650Kendra Mettache
Ambiance at Maitland
MC
AL
Maitland
116
Facility 116
FL AVG 88
Rank #333 / 1,058
Yes
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,085 / 1,427
Wymore Al Operator, LLC107
83%
Facility 83%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #831 / 906
129
Facility 129
FL AVG 33
Rank #900 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$67,000Tracy Howell
Brookdale Vero Beach South
MC
AL
Vero Beach
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 88
Rank #795 / 1,058
Yes
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,244 / 1,427
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc26
69%
Facility 69%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #661 / 906
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #451 / 906
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 906
For-Profit-Georgia Dieusener
New Era
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Lakeland
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
Yes
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 42
Rank #114 / 1,427
New Era Business LLC49
78%
Facility 78%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #786 / 906
58
Facility 58
FL AVG 33
Rank #760 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$17,000Ruth Bermudez Ortiz

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Jennifer Gardens

7334 Jennifer Street, Port Richey, FL 34668
Overview of Jennifer Gardens

Jennifer Gardens is a 50-bed assisted living and memory care facility. The community focuses on providing specialized cognitive programming and daily living support tailored for individuals dealing with progressive memory loss.

State health department archives covering a 12-year window detail 48 total deficiencies across 25 separate evaluations, which averages out to 3.9 citations per year and tracks 15% better than the typical Florida benchmark. Because all 25 inspections historically turned up at least one minor infraction, the home has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for flawless standard reviews. Early files show fluctuations, including a nine-deficiency report in 2015 and a 14-deficiency cluster in 2019 regarding staffing standards, training, and dietary protocols.

The facility stabilized between 2021 and 2023 with several clear reviews, but recent data reflects minor ongoing adjustments; a May 2023 complaint visit cited three background check and resident care infractions, and the most recent routine inspection from October 2025 flagged a single deficiency regarding resident elopement standards. No recent financial fines are listed, and the facility is actively addressing its current citations.

Prospective residents reviewing local placement options can evaluate this multi-year history to gauge the facility’s administrative patterns. Since the public logs point to a long-term history of minor citations alongside a very recent note regarding elopement precautions, asking the management team about their updated monitoring technology and staff training is a smart safeguard. Planning a physical walkthrough during the day also remains an effective method to observe resident life and check out the layout of the memory care building firsthand.

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Overview of The Opal at Lakes Park

Discover an exceptional stay with The Opal at Lakes Park located in Fort Mayers, FL. This inviting senior living community provides professional senior care. Here, residents can choose from a variety of luxurious accommodations tailored to their needs. Having a trained and engaged team, residents are assured of receiving focused attention and care on a 24-hour basis.

Explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services including delightful home-made meals, personalized care to meet individual needs, medical assistance and preferred pharmacy, on-site physician, and specialty providers, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, mobile laboratory and diagnostic services, and a lot more. Meet new friends and create lasting relationships through its full-packed social events. With The Opal at Lakes Park, seniors can surely enjoy an exceptional retirement.

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Overview of Sonata Boca Raton

Sonata Boca Raton is an 88-bed, for-profit assisted living and memory care facility run by VOP Sonata Boca Raton LLC and overseen by administrator Jacquelyn White. The building provides 24-hour staffing, memory support, and short-term respite stays. It works with Medicaid and private insurance plans, utilizing a trilingual staff fluent in English, Spanish, and Creole. On-site services include restaurant-style dining, group transportation, and housekeeping, with base rates beginning at $4,115 monthly for assisted living and $5,515 for memory care.

Regulatory documents dating back 13 years show 43 total deficiencies across 34 separate inspections, which breaks down to 2.6 infractions per year. While this average is 43% lower than the state norm, every historical evaluation resulted in at least one citation. This means the community has a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate for perfect reviews.

Over the years, the facility ran into repeated problems with administrative files, medication assistance, and staff training rules. Although the provider has faced eight fines totaling $25,000, state records show zero severe enforcement actions and note several recent clean inspections alongside an August 2025 review with just two minor citations.

Prospective representatives can see from the recent inspection records that the facility’s day-to-day operations have shown measurable improvement. Because the long-term history indicates past gaps in training and paperwork, asking the executive director for documentation on their current compliance practices is a smart next step. It is also helpful to drop by the property during lunch or a social activity to see how the staff interacts with residents and handles daily care routines.

Contact Sonata Boca Raton

Overview of The Fountains of Hope

Discover an exceptional living experience with The Fountains of Hope located in Sarasota, FL, providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Large and comfortable accommodations with different floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and companion suites are available for its residents. With an expert and compassionate team, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are given person-centered care catering to their immediate wants and needs.

The community is committed to providing round-the-clock care and support for its residents. Moreover, with its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: delightful and healthy meals in restaurant-style dining, laundry facilities, 24/7 emergency maintenance, and transportation services. Visit its lovely green campus and gardens and meet new friends within its beautiful spaces. At The Fountains of Hope, seniors are guaranteed a blissful living experience.

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Overview of Spring Hills Lake Mary

Discover Spring Hills Lake Mary, a vibrant senior living community nestled in the heart of Lake Mary, Florida. Our community offers a range of personalized care options, including assisted Living, memory care, and enhanced Care, designed to meet your unique needs. With a well-equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive unparalleled care and support to ensure comfort and security during their stay.

Enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle with a variety of engaging activities, comprehensive wellness programs, and delicious chef-inspired dining. Our comfortable living arrangements, from cozy studios to spacious apartments, provide the perfect balance of privacy and community. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories within the beautifully created shared spaces of this community. Experience the warmth and hospitality of Spring Hills Lake Mary towards a worthwhile living experience.

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Overview of The Brennity at Melbourne

The Brennity at Melbourne is a 96-bed retirement community managed by SAGORA Senior Living, Inc. and operated by Welltower Tcg Ridea Tenant LLC. The facility accommodates independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with housing ranging from standalone cottages to specialized care suites. On-site spaces include indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, a theater, a pub, a bistro, and a beauty salon, with a daily activity schedule featuring yoga, crafts, gardening, and shopping trips. Staffed by employees fluent in English and Spanish, the campus has a Walk Score of 83 and carries base monthly rates starting at $2,456 for assisted living, $5,450 for cottages, and $6,415 for memory care.

State agency databases tracking 87 separate evaluations from May 2012 through September 2025 record a heavy history of 163 total line-item infractions over the property’s timeline. This volume runs roughly 406% higher than the typical Florida facility average. Because every single one of those 87 regulatory visits flagged at least one compliance note on initial reports, the community has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection on first reviews.

Oversight logs show recurring citations regarding building maintenance, resident care records, medication logs, infection control, and employee training files, which resulted in several substantial fines totaling $80,850. The data shows that compliance hurdles remain an active issue, as the latest review on September 17, 2025, flagged three deficiencies involving medication records, emergency environmental controls, and state reporting rules.

Interested individuals scanning local long-term care options should look closely at these multi-year government logs during their search. Since the public data highlights a high historical citation count, heavy fines, and unresolved deficiencies stretching through late 2025, touring alternative properties or directly asking the management team about their modern updates is a necessary precaution. Booking an on-site visit is a practical next step to check out the building’s actual condition, see the staff in action, and talk directly with the administration about their plans for improving regulatory compliance.

Contact The Brennity at Melbourne

Colliers at Clearwater

3260 Mcmullen Booth Road, Clearwater, FL 33761
Overview of Colliers at Clearwater

Colliers at Clearwater is a 119-bed nursing home operated by The Landmark Operator LLC. The facility offers memory care, standard nursing services, shared and private suites, and a daily activity schedule including group exercise, music, gardening, and local transportation. On-site staff members support multiple forms of communication, including English, Spanish, Creole, and Sign Language. Payment plans are diverse, with the property accepting private pay, Medicare, Medicaid, workers’ compensation, and Veterans Affairs benefits.

Government tracking logs recording 43 separate inspections between August 2012 and November 2025 document 59 total line-item infractions over the facility’s history. This volume stands about 100% higher than the typical Florida average, and because 42 of those 43 state reviews flagged at least one regulatory issue on initial paperwork, the home has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection.

Historical records show recurring deficiencies involving medication management, staff training protocols, care planning, and resident care, which resulted in 14 administrative fines totaling $16,700. Additionally, the facility’s federal tracking history includes a two-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) alongside two recent critical citations regarding quality of life and care plan implementation.

Families checking into local skilled nursing options can use these multi-year public health databases to weigh the provider’s operational history. Since the state and federal records show a high cumulative citation count, several administrative fines, and recent federal quality marks, talking with the current administration about their structural updates is an important precaution. Arranging a personal walkthrough is a practical next step to view the actual condition of the building, observe the nursing routines, and ask management directly about their plans for improving regulatory compliance.

Contact Colliers at Clearwater

Overview of Ambiance at Maitland

Administered by Tracy Howell, Ambiance at Maitland is a residential community in Maitland, Florida, operated by Wymore Al Operator, LLC. The community at 740 North Wymore Road is set in a car-dependent area where most errands will require driving, though the immediate surroundings offer a quiet residential setting. Priced at $3,550 monthly, the community has 116 beds.

The home’s dining, prepared in-house daily, centers on comfort food with fine dining flair. This method upholds familiarity and care, allowing residents to enjoy meals that feel personal and thoughtful. Ambiance at Maitland supports everyday life with multiple courtyards, scenic walking paths, and themed social rooms tailored to promote activity and connection. The building includes wide hallways, a visitor reception area for family, and advanced technology throughout.

State inspections have proven that Ambiance at Maitland has tackled earlier concerns around resident care oversight and compliance documentation. Now operating in full compliance, it has no current deficiencies or substantiated complaints on file.

For families thinking of choosing Ambiance at Maitland, touring the community, its courtyards, and social spaces can give a good sense of the daily environment and how the amenities bolster resident engagement and comfort.

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Overview of Brookdale Vero Beach South

Brookdale Vero Beach South is a 40-bed senior community operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc. The facility provides standard assisted living, specialized dementia care via the Clare Bridge framework, and short-term respite stays. On-site amenities include walking paths, a secure courtyard with a greenhouse, a beauty salon, and scheduled local transportation, as well as structured group activities such as fitness programs, crafts, gardening, and therapy dog visits. Staff members support English, Spanish, and Creole, with monthly base rates starting at $3,265 for assisted living and $5,100 for memory care.

Public health summaries capturing 26 separate evaluations since July 2012 record 29 total line-item infractions over the property’s operational history, a volume that trends 12% below the standard Florida average. Because 19 of those 26 state visits historically flagged at least one minor compliance correction in initial reports, the home carries a low long-term zero-citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection in its first reviews. Early records show occasional historical challenges involving employee training files, staffing levels, medication management, and kitchen service, all of which management systematically cleared up.

The provider has established a stable compliance trajectory over recent years, with four consecutive state inspections, including evaluations throughout late 2024 and the final tracking check in September 2025, all returning completely clean with zero deficiencies. Regulators have never issued an administrative fine against the facility.

Older adults exploring regional senior living options can use these multi-year government logs to review the facility’s day-to-day management consistency. Since the official tracking records confirm a below-average citation count and zero fines alongside a multi-year run of flawless state evaluations at the close of its tracking period, the documentation indicates an attentive operating setup. Planning an on-site visit is an excellent next step to inspect the greenhouse and outdoor grounds, view the room layouts, and discuss care tiers directly with the team.

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New Era

815 W Daughtery Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809-3121
Overview of New Era

New Era is a 60-bed, family-owned assisted living and memory care home. The property offers specialized memory care programming tailored to support the daily needs and safety of residents dealing with cognitive decline.

State compliance logs covering a 13-year period detail 39 total deficiencies across 42 separate evaluations. This tracks out to about 2.9 citations annually, which is 37% better than the Florida state baseline. Every review on file turned up at least one minor infraction, resulting in a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate for entirely clear standard evaluations until recently.

While early records showed sporadic, low-level infractions involving building upkeep, resident rights, and paperwork, the facility faced an escalation in 2023 and 2024, with inspections flagging issues across food services, financial stability reports, and staff training. However, recent 2025 filings show a clear shift toward better oversight; after a few minor environmental and risk management marks in May 2025, back-to-back inspections in June and September 2025 came back completely clean. The provider has never faced financial fines or administrative enforcement actions.

Individuals researching regional care options can use these long-term reports to gauge the facility’s current operational direction. Because the state records show that past issues with staff training and building maintenance have been actively ironed out over the past year, the recent data points to a much more stable environment. It remains a smart precaution to visit the building in person to look over the common areas yourself and talk with the management team about their daily training and safety 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.