Memory Care

Memory Care Facilities in Florida

Memory care in Florida is usually delivered inside a licensed assisted living facility with a secured neighborhood and dementia-trained staff. A 2026 law created a Memory Care Services specialty license, with AHCA rules due by June 1, 2027. Use this list to compare memory care facilities statewide, then open a city page if you need options near family or a hospital. Review the deficiencies page on each listing before you tour, and ask how the community handles exit-seeking, night staffing, and a later move to skilled nursing.

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Communities
1,069
Median starting price
$3,500/mo
Avg. rating
3.8 / 5
Showing availability
100%
With inspections
765
Class I findings (area)
77

Cities with memory care

Tampa (68)Miami (29)Orlando (32)Jacksonville (45)Boca Raton (16)Fort Lauderdale (17)Naples (28)Sarasota (35)West Palm Beach (17)Wellington (5)Fort Myers (31)Bradenton (23)Cape Coral (17)Melbourne (17)Clearwater (16)Ocala (15)

Memory Care listings

Brookdale Melbourne
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Brookdale Melbourne

Melbourne, FL 32901

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Brookdale Melbourne is a licensed assisted living facility in Melbourne, Florida (Brevard County). Licensed capacity is 102 beds. Specialty license(s): Assisted Living Waiver, Limited Nursing Services.

102 bedsBrevard CountyActive licenseAssisted Living WaiverLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit4 complaintsSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
8 deficiencies· 4 complaints· Fines $20,000
II 4III 4
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Cameron Alf Ii

Tampa, FL 33614

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Cameron Alf Ii is a licensed assisted living facility in Tampa, Florida (Hillsborough County). Licensed capacity is 10 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services.

10 bedsHillsborough CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesAHCA licensedFor-ProfitSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
10 deficiencies· Fines $1,000
III 7
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Canterfield of Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL 18301

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Canterfield Of Fort Myers, LLC is a licensed assisted living facility in Fort Myers, Florida (Lee County). Licensed capacity is 130 beds. Specialty license(s): Limited Nursing Services.

130 bedsLee CountyActive licenseLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit3 complaintsYogaGames/Cards
6 deficiencies· 3 complaints· Fines $1,000
III 6
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Caring Hearts Assisted Living, Inc

Miami, FL 33155

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Caring Hearts Assisted Living, Inc is a licensed assisted living facility in Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade County). Licensed capacity is 6 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Limited Mental Health.

6 bedsMiami-Dade CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesLimited Mental HealthAHCA licensedFor-ProfitGames/CardsDancing
8 deficiencies
III 7
Celebration Villa Of Jensen Beach
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Celebration Villa Of Jensen Beach

Jensen Beach, FL 34957

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Celebration Villa Of Jensen Beach is a licensed assisted living facility in Jensen Beach, Florida (Martin County). Licensed capacity is 165 beds. Specialty license(s): Assisted Living Waiver, Limited Nursing Services.

165 bedsMartin CountyProvisionalAssisted Living WaiverLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit1 complaintGames/CardsDancing
8 deficiencies· 1 complaint
III 6
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Certus Vro Opco LLC

Vero Beach, FL 32967

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Certus Vro Opco LLC is a licensed assisted living facility in Vero Beach, Florida (Indian River County). Licensed capacity is 70 beds. Nursing coverage: Direct 24hr.

70 bedsIndian River CountyActive licenseAHCA licensedFor-Profit3 complaintsSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
6 deficiencies· 3 complaints
II 1III 5
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Coral Plaza Alf

Margate, FL 33063

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Coral Plaza Alf is a licensed assisted living facility in Margate, Florida (Broward County). Licensed capacity is 167 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services.

167 bedsBroward CountyIn ReviewAssistive Care ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit4 complaintsSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
10 deficiencies· 4 complaints
III 9IV 1
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Cordoba Alf LLC

Miami, FL 33174

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Cordoba Alf LLC is a licensed assisted living facility in Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade County). Licensed capacity is 6 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Limited Mental Health.

6 bedsMiami-Dade CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesLimited Mental HealthAHCA licensedFor-Profit1 complaintGames/CardsDancing
9 deficiencies· 1 complaint· Fines $5,000
II 1III 8
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Diamond Assisted Living And Memory Care

Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Diamond Assisted Living And Memory Care is a licensed assisted living facility in Green Cove Springs, Florida (Clay County). Licensed capacity is 85 beds. Nursing coverage: 3rd Party Part-Time.

85 bedsClay CountyActive licenseAHCA licensedFor-Profit1 complaintSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
8 deficiencies· 1 complaint
III 7
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Discovery Village At Boynton Beach

Boynton Beach, FL 33426

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Discovery Village At Boynton Beach is a licensed assisted living facility in Boynton Beach, Florida (Palm Beach County). Licensed capacity is 93 beds. Nursing coverage: Direct 24hr.

93 bedsPalm Beach CountyActive licenseAHCA licensedFor-ProfitSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
8 deficiencies
III 5IV 3
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Eastside Active Living

Hollywood, FL 33020

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Eastside Active Living is a licensed assisted living facility in Hollywood, Florida (Broward County). Licensed capacity is 90 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Limited Mental Health.

90 bedsBroward CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesLimited Mental HealthAHCA licensedFor-ProfitSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
8 deficiencies· Fines $1,000
III 7IV 1
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Eden Paradise Assisted Living LLC

Cape Coral, FL 33993

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Eden Paradise Assisted Living LLC is a licensed assisted living facility in Cape Coral, Florida (Lee County). Licensed capacity is 6 beds. Nursing coverage: Direct 24hr.

6 bedsLee CountyIn ReviewAHCA licensedFor-Profit1 complaintGames/CardsDancing
10 deficiencies· 1 complaint· Fines $500
III 8IV 1
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El Paraiso Home, Inc.

Miami, FL 33135

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

El Paraiso Home, Inc. is a licensed assisted living facility in Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade County). Licensed capacity is 14 beds. Specialty license(s): Assisted Living Waiver, Limited Mental Health, Limited Nursing Services.

14 bedsMiami-Dade CountyActive licenseAssisted Living WaiverLimited Mental HealthLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit3 complaintsGames/CardsArts and Crafts
9 deficiencies· 3 complaints· Fines $20,500
I 2III 6
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Elegance At Lake Worth

Lake Worth, FL 33467

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Elegance At Lake Worth is a licensed assisted living facility in Lake Worth, Florida (Palm Beach County). Licensed capacity is 142 beds. Specialty license(s): Limited Nursing Services.

142 bedsPalm Beach CountyActive licenseLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit1 complaintSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
8 deficiencies· 1 complaint
III 7IV 1
$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Elysian Gardens Assisted Living Facility Of Tampa is a licensed assisted living facility in Tampa, Florida (Hillsborough County). Licensed capacity is 50 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Limited Nursing Services.

50 bedsHillsborough CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit6 complaintsSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
9 deficiencies· 6 complaints· Fines $1,000
III 4
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Emerald Assisted Living Inc.

New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Emerald Assisted Living Inc. is a licensed assisted living facility in New Smyrna Beach, Florida (Volusia County). Licensed capacity is 40 beds. Specialty license(s): Assisted Living Waiver.

40 bedsVolusia CountyActive licenseAssisted Living WaiverAHCA licensedFor-Profit2 complaintsGames/CardsDancing
8 deficiencies· 2 complaints· Fines $1,000
III 7
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Emma'S Creek Alf

Riverview, FL 33569

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Emma'S Creek Alf is a licensed assisted living facility in Riverview, Florida (Hillsborough County). Licensed capacity is 6 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services.

6 bedsHillsborough CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesAHCA licensedFor-ProfitPet TherapyYoga
9 deficiencies· Fines $500
III 7
Encore At Avalon Park
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Encore At Avalon Park

Orlando, FL 32828

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Encore At Avalon Park is a licensed assisted living facility in Orlando, Florida (Orange County). Licensed capacity is 120 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Extended Congregate Care.

120 bedsOrange CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesExtended Congregate CareAHCA licensedFor-Profit2 complaintsSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
5 deficiencies· 2 complaints· Fines $4,500
II 1III 3

About memory care in Florida

Families looking for memory care facilities near them in Florida are often deciding after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, or after a hospital stay. A dedicated memory care program should have controlled exits, a structured daily routine, and staff trained for sundowning and exit-seeking. It typically costs more than standard assisted living. Use published starting prices only as a first filter, then request an assessment-based quote. When AHCA records exist, we publish Class 1 through Class 4 findings on each community deficiencies page. Advisors help families compare secured programs across Florida at no cost.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find memory care facilities near me in Florida?

Use this statewide memory care list, then filter to the city closest to family or the hospital you already use. Look for secured neighborhoods, dementia-trained staff, and a written wander-management plan. An advisor can check current openings by ZIP code at no cost.

What does memory care typically cost in Florida?

Memory care usually costs more than standard assisted living because of higher staffing and secured space. Ask for the all-in rate after a care assessment, including medication management and any two-person assist fees. Starting prices in our directory are a first filter, not a final quote.

Is Florida memory care always inside an assisted living facility?

Most often yes. Memory care is commonly a locked or secured neighborhood in a licensed ALF. A smaller number of communities are memory-care-only. Ask whether the program is a separate unit, how doors and outdoor areas are secured, and what happens if skilled nursing is later required.

Is sundowning a reason to choose memory care instead of standard assisted living?

Often yes when evening agitation, exit-seeking, or unsafe nights need a secured neighborhood and dementia-trained staff. Standard assisted living can still fit when the person is oriented most of the day and mainly needs help with daily tasks. Confirm night staffing and wander management on tour. Our sundowning and wandering guide covers when to move.

What should we do if a parent with dementia is wandering in Florida?

If the person is missing now, call 911. For the longer plan, look at a secured memory care neighborhood rather than adding more hours in an unlocked house. Read the sundowning and wandering guide, then ask an advisor to check openings at no cost.

What should we ask on a memory care tour?

Ask about staff-to-resident ratios on nights and weekends, dementia training hours, how they handle exit-seeking, and how families get updates after a fall or hospital visit. Review the AHCA deficiencies page before you go so you can ask about any Class 1 or Class 2 findings.

Does Florida memory care include incontinence and two-person help?

Often yes, at a higher care tier than standard assisted living. Ask what night changes and two-person assists cost, and whether a lift is available. Our incontinence and two-person transfer guides list the tour questions.

Do Florida memory care programs accept Hoyer lifts or bariatric admissions?

Only when the neighborhood has a lift, trained night staff, and a bed that fits. A secured door does not replace equipment capacity. Read our Hoyer and bariatric guide, then ask the memory care director for the written weight limit.

Is Lewy body dementia a reason to choose memory care in Florida?

Often yes once hallucinations, fluctuating alertness, or exit-seeking are already happening. Ask about Lewy-body-specific training and medication sensitivity, not only a locked door. Our Lewy body memory care guide lists the tour questions.

Does memory care help after aspiration pneumonia in Florida?

A locked door does not replace meal supervision. If dementia plus a swallow problem is why food went the wrong way, ask who sits at meals and whether staff follow a written swallow plan. Our pneumonia and aspiration guide lists the tour questions.

Is memory care required for Huntington's disease in Florida?

Not by the diagnosis name alone. Choose a secured neighborhood when confusion, impulsivity, or exit-seeking already need a locked door. If the main gaps are chorea, swallowing, and transfers, start with those tour questions. Read our Huntington's guide.

Should we pick memory care after a TBI or concussion?

Not from the injury word alone. Choose a secured neighborhood if nights, judgment, or exit-seeking are already unsafe. A skilled stay or a standard ALF can still be the honest first step. See our TBI and concussion guide.

Is advisor help free for memory care searches in Florida?

Yes. Advisors help families compare secured memory care programs across Florida at no cost.

Need help choosing care in Florida?

Talk with a licensed senior living advisor at no cost. We match families to communities that fit care needs, budget, and timeline.

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