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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Escambia County, FL for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Escambia County

Escambia County, which is located at the western tip of the Florida Panhandle along the Gulf Coast, is home to over 300,000 people, including a senior community that's almost 17 percent of the population. According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, roughly 13 percent of the county's Medicare beneficiaries aged 65 and over have Alzheimer's disease or dementia. 

Local families find six memory care facilities in Escambia County, all of which are located in the city of Pensacola. While some of them have their own dedicated building that only accommodates those with dementia, others share campuses with assisted living facilities that specialize in dementia services. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • The cost of living in Escambia County is about 6 percent below the national average and 17 percent below the state average, making the county a good option for families and seniors with restrictive memory care budgets. 
  • Escambia County has a relatively high crime rate, with property crime and violent crime higher than state and national averages. On a 100-point index, where a higher score indicates more crime, violent crime in this county is rated 57.7, compared to the national average of 31.1, and the property crime rate is 55.8, compared to the national average of 38.1. To keep memory care residents safe, facilities are equipped with security features like surveillance cameras and alarm systems. 
  • On average, Escambia County has 228 sunny days annually and receives 66 inches of rain and no snow. July highs are warm with temperatures near 90 degrees, and winters are mild with lows near 40. The county is rated 72 out of 100 on Sperling's Comfort Index, which indicates a comfortable year-round climate, making the county a good option for seniors who enjoy being outdoors.
  • Florida does not have a state income tax, meaning that seniors are not taxed at the state level on any type of retirement income. This may leave more money toward memory care expenses in Escambia County. 

Paying for Memory Care in Escambia County

Memory Care costs in Escambia County start around $4,659 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Escambia County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in Florida

Walton County

$6,195

US

$5,694

Baldwin County

$5,514

Santa Rosa County

$5,275

Mobile County

$5,071

Escambia County

$4,659

Okaloosa County

$4,148

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Escambia County

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Florida page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Florida page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Escambia County

Escambia County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Escambia County, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Escambia County

Escambia County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Florida page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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BGoodbred

I visited this facility

Review of The Waterford at Creekside

I like the cottage style of Waterford, it is a much more home feel. Nice yard, and sitting area right out side the door. The staff is friendly and care about the residence.

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Danielle

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Your Life of Pensacola

My mother-in-law moved to Your Life of Pensacola Memory Care. The staff is attentive. They have a good amount of staff to resident ratio. The facility is clean. The rooms are very big and spacious....

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Sue23

I visited this facility

Review of The Waterford at Creekside

The Waterford at Creekside is beautiful and would have been a good choice, but it was out of my husband's budget. It was just lovely and having met a lot of the people who were staying there, they...

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