Caring.com
Caring.com

(800) 558-0653

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

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Lee County, FL below include 46 memory care...

Memory Care Facilities in Lee County, FL

46 Results


Physical TherapyVeterans Benefits

Filters

46 Results

Sort By

1

2

3

What you can do with Caring

  • Search the Caring database

    Quickly search the largest online senior living and senior care directory

  • Read reviews and expert guidance

    Read our authentic consumer reviews and content by experts

  • Speak to a Family Advisor for free

    Guided, expert advice to find the best community or agency for you

  • Take a tour to decide yourself

    We’ll help you book tours or get in touch with local agencies

On this page:

What to Consider About Memory Care in Lee County

Lee County is on the western coast of the Florida panhandle, with a county seat of Ft. Myers. The county has a population of 739,224, including 28 percent, or 26,000 residents, who are age 65 or older and in the primary age bracket for Alzheimer's disease.

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration licenses and regulates assisted living facilities that support seniors with cognitive impairments as an Extended Congregate Care facility or ECC. Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Bonita Springs house the majority of the 20 ECCs in Lee County.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Crime is rated on a scale with one being the safest area and 100 representing the most dangerous. The national average for violent crime is 31.1, and Lee County's ranking is nearly 16 points higher at 47.4. Property crime in the U.S. averages 38.1 as compared to 51.3 in Lee County. Seniors with dementia can benefit from the extra security an ECC provides.
  • Florida is one of the few states that does not have a state income tax, and other tax laws favor seniors, especially those on a fixed income. The money that families might have used for taxes can be spent instead on daily living expenses and care for seniors in an ECC.
  • Cost of living estimates are based on a national median of 100. Lee County's overall cost of living is 114, and healthcare, in particular, is 120. Families should keep that in mind when searching for an ECC in Lee County.
  • Lee County receives 56 inches of rainfall annually, compared to the national average of 39 inches, and the southern location means it never gets snow. An average U.S. city has 205 sunny days per year, while Lee County has 266 sunny days annually. Seniors with joint pain or respiratory problems enjoy the mild climate, where winter lows only drop to 52 degrees, and summer highs stretch to 91. Lee County earned 82 out of 100 in Sperling's Comfort Index.

Paying for Memory Care in Lee County

Memory Care costs in Lee County start around $5,798 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 Lee 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

Highlands County

$5,995

Lee County

$5,798

US

$5,694

Collier County

$5,679

Sarasota County

$5,629

Manatee County

$5,259

Polk County

$5,201

Charlotte County

$4,556

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Lee 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 Lee County

Lee 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 Lee County, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Lee County

Lee 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

Memory Care

DebfromFlorida

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

Review of Canterfield of Fort Myers

When our loved one first moved into the memory care unit, we were very pleased. A few months later, we found the staff sitting around chatting among themselves instead of tending to the residents....

Read more

Memory Care

Gail0

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

Review of Volante of Fort Myers

My wife is in Volante of Fort Myers. Everything's fine. She's not doing too bad. With every place, there's always room for improvement, but I think they're doing a good job. Her room is excellent....

Read more

Memory Care

Unhappy Loved One

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

Review of American House Fort Myers

If you have a loved one who requires Memory Care DO NOT take them to AH in Fort Myers. Medications not administered or ordered properly, revolving door of employees to include Administrative staff,...

Provider response

Thank you for your feedback. It's always our hope our residents and guests have a pleasant experience with us. When they don't, we want to personally hear about it. Feel free to reach out to our...

Read more

Memory Care Facilities near Lee County, FL

Collier CountyCharlotte CountySarasota CountyHighlands CountyManatee CountyPolk County

Other Options in Lee County, FL

Business Owners

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Caring.com

Caring.com is a leading online destination for caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We offer thousands of original articles, helpful tools, advice from more than 50 leading experts, a community of caregivers, and a comprehensive directory of caregiving services.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal, financial, professional, or medical advice or diagnosis or treatment. By using our website, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Our Services

  • Senior Living Directory

  • Senior Care Directory

  • Caregiving Resources

  • Sitemap

  • Terms of Use

  • Privacy Policy


© 2024 Caring, LLC. All rights reserved.