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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 792 memory care providers in FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in FL
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Superior Residences of Panama City Beach
MC
AL
RC
Panama City Beach
110
Facility 110
FL AVG 102
Rank #263 / 631
No
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 39
Rank #694 / 762
Chp Panama City Fl Tenant CorpB+38
24%
Facility 24%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #166 / 594
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 33
Rank #281 / 594
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #151 / 594
For-Profit$15,250Lauren Scribner--
John Knox Village of Florida, Inc.
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pompano Beach
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 102
Rank #464 / 631
Yes
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 39
Rank #45 / 762
John Knox Village Of Florida, Inc?21
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #259 / 594
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #210 / 594
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #213 / 594
Not-For-Profit$1,500Jennifer Etienne-B-
Hawthorne Inn of Ocala
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Ocala
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 102
Rank #530 / 631
Yes
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 39
Rank #394 / 762
Hawthorne Ocala Operations LLC?24
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #81 / 594
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #92 / 594
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #46 / 594
For-Profit$1,000Shawnicka Hart1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Cassie’s Castle
MC
AL
IL
NH
Royal Palm Beach (La Mancha)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 102
Rank #578 / 631
No
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 39
Rank #629 / 762
Simz, IncC16
50%
Facility 50%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #540 / 594
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 33
Rank #426 / 594
1.9
Facility 1.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #561 / 594
For-Profit$2,500Shauna Antoinette Simms--
The Residences at East Ridge Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Miami
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 102
Rank #277 / 631
Yes
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 39
Rank #375 / 762
Cutler Bay Al Operating LLCD-49
55%
Facility 55%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #570 / 594
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 33
Rank #574 / 594
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #553 / 594
For-Profit$79,833Allen Masconi--
Gulf Coast Village
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Cape Coral (Hancock)
151
Facility 151
FL AVG 102
Rank #103 / 631
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 39
Rank #638 / 762
Gulf Care Inc?24
21%
Facility 21%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #130 / 594
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #190 / 594
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #151 / 594
Not-For-Profit$5,500Kendra NobleStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Vi at Lakeside Village
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lantana
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 102
Rank #476 / 631
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 39
Rank #638 / 762
Meridian Park Village Limited Partnership?15
27%
Facility 27%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #231 / 594
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 33
Rank #77 / 594
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #74 / 594
For-Profit$6,025Hauremarie Anne Simeus1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+
The Palace Royale at Kendall
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Miami
510
Facility 510
FL AVG 102
Rank #1 / 631
Yes
51
Facility 51
FL AVG 39
Rank #235 / 762
Kendall Healthcare Properties?28
18%
Facility 18%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #96 / 594
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 33
Rank #125 / 594
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #74 / 594
For-Profit$0Ricardo A MartinezStudio / 1 bed-
Brookdale Palmer Ranch
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Sarasota (Bee Ridge)
118
Facility 118
FL AVG 102
Rank #231 / 631
Yes
3
Facility 3
FL AVG 39
Rank #734 / 762
Pr Al Operations LLC?27
30%
Facility 30%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #277 / 594
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #329 / 594
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #289 / 594
For-Profit$5,650Sara Ellen WilsonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
AdviniaCare Venice
MC
AL
NH
Venice (Eastgate)
108
Facility 108
FL AVG 102
Rank #271 / 631
No
52
Facility 52
FL AVG 39
Rank #224 / 762
Venice Assisted Living Facility, LLC?45
33%
Facility 33%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #327 / 594
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 33
Rank #454 / 594
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #253 / 594
For-Profit$5,500Woodie Wallace Lee Jr.Private RoomsA+

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Overview of Superior Residences of Panama City Beach

Superior Residences of Panama City Beach provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Panama City Beach, FL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short-term stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. The combination of assisted living and memory care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary support. The community has 110 beds.

Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid, giving families those payment routes when planning for the cost of care. Lauren Scribner serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Chp Panama City Fl Tenant.

A salon is available for personal grooming without leaving the community, and scheduled transportation gives residents access to community-arranged rides. Restaurant-style dining provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of options, while rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy. Activities and programs focus on social connection, creativity, learning, and physical fitness, giving residents ways to participate in each area.

Contact Superior Residences of Panama City Beach

Overview of John Knox Village of Florida

John Knox Village of Florida in Pompano Beach provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community has 64 beds. Its range of care levels makes it a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, and respite care suits a family caregiver who needs a short-term stay while traveling or recovering. Residents can use the pool, aquatic complex, fitness studio, beauty salons, spa, barbershop, and art studios, with options for exercise, personal care, and creative activities within the community.

Arts and Cultural Events, transportation around campus, and rehabilitation services provide scheduled activities, movement between community areas, and care focused on recovery or maintaining function. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident; Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Jennifer Etienne serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact John Knox Village of Florida, Inc.

Overview of Hawthorne Inn of Ocala

With seniors’ well-being in mind, the extraordinary senior living community of Hawthorne Inn of Ocala situated in the serene neighborhood of South West 33rd Avenue, Ocala, FL, offers assisted living and independent living. The community features elegant and snug residences with various one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans to ensure seniors live in comfort and style. Enjoy the care and assistance you need and prefer with a compassionate and well-trained team.

Carefully curated activities and enjoyable programs are conducted based on residents’ interests and strengths for a happy life. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. Hawthorne Inn of Ocala is ideal for seniors who want to optimize their independence while receiving the utmost attention for their ever-changing needs.

Contact Hawthorne Inn of Ocala

Cassie’s Castle

208 Natchez Trace Ave, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Overview of Cassie’s Castle

Cassie’s Castle provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in the La Mancha neighborhood of Royal Palm Beach, FL. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing attention, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With 6 beds, Cassie’s Castle is a smaller community where residents and staff can get to know one another. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since different types of support are available within the same community. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal savings may not cover a long stay. Shauna Antoinette Simms is the administrator, and Simz operates the community.

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Overview of The Residences at East Ridge Village

The Residences at East Ridge Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Miami, Florida. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, including someone who may eventually need a secured memory care setting or skilled nursing. The community opened in 1962 and has 106 beds. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Pets are allowed. The dog park gives residents a designated place to spend time with a pet. A pool, beauty salon, fitness center, and resident library provide places for exercise, personal grooming, reading, and recreation. Chef prepared meals are served in the dining room, while the bistro offers casual fare and all day dining accommodates different schedules.

Transportation and rehabilitation services are also available, giving residents access to rides and therapy services. A Walk Score of 37 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; residents who no longer drive would need transportation for those errands. Allen Masconi serves as the administrator, and Cutler Bay Al Operating operates the community.

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Gulf Coast Village

1333 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Overview of Gulf Coast Village

Find the care you need at Gulf Coast Village, an exceptional continuing care retirement community in Cape Coral, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with biweekly housekeeping and concierge services. All utilities, except telephone, are also included in the monthly rent, easing financial burdens.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delectable and well-balanced chef-prepared dining options are also available to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a library, an art gallery, a big screen theater, a chapel, an outdoor pool, a spa, and a community center, ensuring residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Overview of VI at Lakeside Village

This facility aims to be more inviting and to be more homey. With its beautiful interior and inviting exterior, VI at Lakeside Village is an excellent choice for seniors who do not want to feel like they are away from home. At this facility, everything is suited to the lifestyle of the residents. From the different choices when it comes to accommodation to the various social spaces, each resident’s comfort is prioritized.

Aside from the beautiful facility, there are also state of the art amenities and a diverse range of activities and events that are held for the residents. These events include fitness classes, arts and crafts, and more. WIth these activities done, the seniors of VI at Lakeside Village are kept entertained and engaged, making for a fruitful stay.

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Overview of The Palace Royale at Kendall

The Palace Royale at Kendall is part of the Palace Group, a 510-bed community in Miami’s Kendall neighborhood that spans nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The address is 11355 SW 84th Street, Miami-Dade County, and Ricardo A Martinez serves as administrator. Walk Score of 51 puts the area in the moderately walkable range.

At 510 beds running 95% full, with a 93-day average stay, this community handles both ends of the placement spectrum. Some residents are here for short-term rehabilitation before going home; others are long-term. That mix shows up in the payment data too: Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. Staff speak Creole, Hebrew, and Spanish, which matters in a Miami-Dade community drawing from a multilingual population.

Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 52 minutes per resident per day. RNs account for 1 hour and 13 minutes of that; nurse aides cover 2 hours and 34 minutes. On the services side, rehabilitative support, transportation, beauty services, housekeeping, and security systems are all confirmed. The activity list is long: arts and crafts, cooking classes, dancing, exercise classes, gardening, games, music programs, shopping trips, social events and outings, theater, movies, and yoga. An active resident council meets on a regular basis.

State inspections have tended to center on medication management, and care planning and documentation.

At this scale, with multilingual staff, multi-track care, and a broad activity program, The Palace Royale at Kendall is built for families who need a large, full-service nursing and senior living community in southwest Miami with room to move between care levels without relocating.

Contact The Palace Royale at Kendall

Overview of Brookdale Palmer Ranch

Nestled in Sarasota, Florida, Brookdale Palmer Ranch offers residents the opportunity to live life on their terms with the support they need. The community is centrally located, with the beaches of the Florida Gulf Coast just minutes away and a variety of dining, shopping, and cultural attractions nearby. Brookdale Palmer Ranch’s dining program focuses on providing a restaurant-style experience, with residents involved in menu planning and discussions.

The community offers a range of engaging activities, from dancing and yoga to bingo and happy hour, allowing residents to explore new interests and connect with neighbors. The community features a variety of floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, all with kitchenettes and pet-friendly accommodations. Brookdale Palmer Ranch provides a continuum of care, with assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services available on-site, allowing residents to transition seamlessly as their needs change.

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Overview of AdviniaCare Venice

Conveniently situated near local amenities on the scenic Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL, AdviniaCare Venice is a blissful retreat that offers a range of care options. These include assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. With its dedication to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-tier care and support around the clock tailored to each resident’s specific needs and preferences. Residents keep their peace of mind within the community’s specially designed and naturally lit accommodations that foster comfort and familiarity.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and happily with plenty of purposely built and spacious amenities. Moreover, rehabilitation services are also provided to ensure residents get better with each day of their stay. Do not worry about meal preparation with healthy and delicious meals provided from breakfast to dinner. The community strives to create a haven for those looking to receive the utmost care and support for their ever-changing needs in their golden years.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in Florida at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 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: 102The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 792 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.