Memory Care Communities in Land O Lakes, Florida

Memory Care costs in Land O' Lakes start around $5,940 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 Land O' Lakes 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.

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.

Land O' Lakes, Florida, has a population of some 36,000 people, of which 5724, or 15.9 percent, are seniors who are 65 years of age or older. In Pasco County, where Land O' Lakes is located, it is estimated that 15,485 people out of the roughly 117,120 are likely to have Alzheimer's disease, dementia or a different type of cognitive impairment. In the vicinity of Land O' Lakes are 19 memory care facilities. To supervise patients with memory care issues, assisted living facilities must get an Extended Congregate Care license, or ECC, due to Florida regulations.

• Cost of living ratings are based on a scale in which 100 is the average expense. Land O' Lakes is three points higher than the Florida average and 14 points higher than the U.S. average, which makes healthcare cost slightly less than national figures.
• Florida is one of a handful of states that does not have a state income tax. Therefore, families and their senior members have more disposable income for memory care in Land O' Lakes. This is important to those who live on a fixed income.
• Land O' Lakes is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as St. Joseph's Hospital - North and South and St. Joseph's Hospital. In the event of a medical emergency or illness, Tampa Bay General is the nearest medical center.
• Land O' Lakes' weather is typical of Florida panhandle cities with annual rainfall 13 inches higher than the national average, and 43 more sunny days. Seniors and family members bask in the 91-degree summer high temperatures and the winter lows of around 47. Land O' Lakes Sperling's Comfort Index is 76, which is 22 points above the national score of 54, making it great for seniors with joint pains.