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

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Meadowview Progressive Care Ii

Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Meadowview Progressive Care Ii is a licensed assisted living facility in Pembroke Pines, Florida (Broward County). Licensed capacity is 6 beds. Specialty license(s): Extended Congregate Care.

6 bedsBroward CountyActive licenseExtended Congregate CareAHCA licensedFor-ProfitSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
10 deficiencies
II 1III 7IV 2
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Morningside House Of Sarasota

Sarasota, FL 34243

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Morningside House Of Sarasota is a licensed assisted living facility in Sarasota, Florida (Sarasota County). Licensed capacity is 68 beds. Specialty license(s): Limited Nursing Services.

68 bedsSarasota CountyActive licenseLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-ProfitSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
10 deficiencies
III 10
$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

National Church Residences Of Bradenton Fl Inc is a licensed assisted living facility in Bradenton, Florida (Manatee County). Licensed capacity is 80 beds. Specialty license(s): Limited Nursing Services.

80 bedsManatee CountyActive licenseLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedNot-For-Profit1 complaintSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
8 deficiencies· 1 complaint
III 8
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Paddock Cove At Venice

Venice, FL 34285

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Paddock Cove At Venice is a licensed assisted living facility in Venice, Florida (Sarasota County). Licensed capacity is 108 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Limited Nursing Services.

108 bedsSarasota CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesLimited Nursing ServicesCMS 1/5AHCA licensedAdviniacareFor-Profit1 complaintSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
6 deficiencies· 1 complaint
III 6
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Paddock Ridge At Ocala

Ocala, FL 34474

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Paddock Ridge At Ocala is a licensed assisted living facility in Ocala, Florida (Marion County). Licensed capacity is 112 beds. Specialty license(s): Limited Nursing Services.

112 bedsMarion CountyActive licenseLimited Nursing ServicesAHCA licensedFor-ProfitGames/CardsDancing
7 deficiencies· Fines $20,000
III 1
Palm'S Edge Assisted Living And Memory Care
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Palm'S Edge Assisted Living And Memory Care

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Palm'S Edge Assisted Living And Memory Care is a licensed assisted living facility in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida (Palm Beach County). Licensed capacity is 65 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Assisted Living Waiver.

65 bedsPalm Beach CountyIn ReviewAssistive Care ServicesAssisted Living WaiverAHCA licensedFor-ProfitGames/CardsDancing
10 deficiencies
III 8IV 1
Parkside Assisted Living And Memory Cottage
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Parkside Assisted Living And Memory Cottage

Port Charlotte, FL 33952

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Parkside Assisted Living And Memory Cottage is a licensed assisted living facility in Port Charlotte, Florida (Charlotte County). Licensed capacity is 94 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services.

94 bedsCharlotte CountyIn ReviewAssistive Care ServicesAHCA licensedFor-Profit10 complaintsGames/CardsArts and Crafts
10 deficiencies· 10 complaints· Fines $8,000
II 1III 8
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Parkside Inn

Boynton Beach, FL 33435

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Parkside Inn is a licensed assisted living facility in Boynton Beach, Florida (Palm Beach County). Licensed capacity is 38 beds. Specialty license(s): Assisted Living Waiver.

38 bedsPalm Beach CountyIn ReviewAssisted Living WaiverAHCA licensedFor-Profit6 complaintsGames/CardsDancing
10 deficiencies· 6 complaints· Fines $2,500
III 10
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Paz Con Amor Inc

Miami, FL 33125

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Paz Con Amor Inc is a licensed assisted living facility in Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade County). Licensed capacity is 14 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services, Limited Mental Health.

14 bedsMiami-Dade CountyIn ReviewAssistive Care ServicesLimited Mental HealthAHCA licensedFor-ProfitGames/CardsDancing
9 deficiencies· Fines $7,500
III 9
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Plaza Of Hallandale Beach

Pembroke Park, FL 33023

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Plaza Of Hallandale Beach is a licensed assisted living facility in Pembroke Park, Florida (Broward County). Licensed capacity is 120 beds. Nursing coverage: Direct Part-Time.

120 bedsBroward CountyActive licenseAHCA licensedFor-Profit4 complaintsPet TherapyGames/Cards
9 deficiencies· 4 complaints
III 9
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Promenade (the)

Sebastian, FL 32958

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Promenade (the) is a licensed assisted living facility in Sebastian, Florida (Indian River County). Licensed capacity is 125 beds. Nursing coverage: Direct 24hr.

125 bedsIndian River CountyIn ReviewAHCA licensedFor-Profit2 complaintsSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
9 deficiencies· 2 complaints
III 8IV 1
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Pure Restoration Assisted Living

Inverness, FL 34450

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Pure Restoration Assisted Living is a licensed assisted living facility in Inverness, Florida (Citrus County). Licensed capacity is 7 beds. Specialty license(s): Assistive Care Services.

7 bedsCitrus CountyActive licenseAssistive Care ServicesAHCA licensedFor-ProfitGames/CardsDancing
9 deficiencies· Fines $1,500
III 7
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Rivers Edge Assisted Living LLC

Rockledge, FL 32955

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Rivers Edge Assisted Living LLC is a licensed assisted living facility in Rockledge, Florida (Brevard County). Licensed capacity is 7 beds. Specialty license(s): Limited Mental Health.

7 bedsBrevard CountyIn ReviewLimited Mental HealthAHCA licensedFor-ProfitPet TherapyYoga
10 deficiencies· Fines $3,000
III 10
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Sanctuary By Strive - Bear Lake

Apopka, FL 32703

$3,500–$4,550/mo
monthly range

Sanctuary By Strive - Bear Lake is a licensed assisted living facility in Apopka, Florida (Orange County). Licensed capacity is 15 beds. Nursing coverage: Direct 24hr.

15 bedsOrange CountyActive licenseAHCA licensedFor-ProfitSpeech TherapyOccupational Therapy
10 deficiencies· Fines $5,000
III 10

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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