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Memory Care Communities in Orlando, Florida

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Orlando’s memory care costs match the state average. The city’s average monthly expenses are quite similar to neighboring Daytona Beach, which has an average monthly cost of $4,969. Memory care costs in Tampa are lower than Orlando at $4,188 per month, but Jacksonville’s costs are higher at $5,825, showing that Orlando’s costs align with state averages. Orlando’s memory care costs are also lower than the national monthly average of $5,625.

Orlando

$5,000

Florida

$5,000

The United States

$5,625

Tampa

$4,188

Jacksonville

$5,825

Daytona Beach

$4,969

Paying for Memory Care in Orlando

Memory care in Orlando costs, on average, $5,000 a month, according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Since memory care requires more specialized services, seniors can expect to pay about 20-30% more a month at a memory care facility compared to an assisted living facility. There’s no authoritative report on memory care costs, so we added 25% to the assisted living costs reported in the Genworth survey. 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Orlando

In Orlando, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Florida page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

Many of Orlando’s memory care facilities accept public and private payment options, giving seniors and families several options to pay for care. Depending on their financial and functional needs, individuals may reduce or cover long-term care expenses through state and federal health insurance programs, veterans’ benefits or private assets.

  • Medicaid: Florida’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Waiver Program pays for various memory care services for Orlando seniors who require intensive care. This program covers personal care assistance, medication oversight, homemaker services, and case management.
  • Medicare: Memory care facilities mainly provide nonmedical services, so Medicare doesn’t cover their costs. However, Medicare does pay for medically necessary services such as cognitive assessments, skilled nursing services, and rehabilitative therapies, easing the financial burden of care for some seniors and families.
  • VA Benefits: The Veterans’ Administration’s Aid and Attendance and Housebound programs provide an increased monthly pension, giving veterans more money to put toward memory care expenses. Additionally, the VA provides direct assistance with residential care through the Geriatrics and Extended Care program.
  • Private payments: Memory care communities accept private payments for all expenses, including recreational activities, meals, personal care, and housing. This includes funds from monthly income, long-term care insurance, and savings.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Other types of senior care are available in Orlando as well. The cost of care varies depending on the needs of the senior and the services provided. An adult day health care service is the lowest-priced option at $1,463 per month. Homemaker services and home health aides cost $4,767 a month. Residency in an assisted living facility costs, on average, $4,000 a month. Nursing home residency is the highest-priced option, with a semiprivate room averaging $8,060 and a private room costing $10,159 on average.

Homemaker services

$4,767

Home health aide

$4,767

Adult day health care services

$1,463

Assisted living facility

$4,000

Nursing home facility semiprivate room

$8,060

Nursing home facility private room

$10,159

Free Memory Care Resources in Orlando

Whether you are looking for a memory care facility or simply desire additional resources and information for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease, you can access these Orlando-area organizations that can provide support.

ResourceContactService
Orlando Health Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center(407) 436-7750This nonprofit community resource center provides support for families dealing with an Alzheimer's diagnosis. Peer support groups, counseling sessions and educational programs are available.
Alzheimer's Association – Central and North Florida Chapter(800) 272-3900The Central and North Florida Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association serves 43 counties, including Orlando's Orange County. This organization offers education and support for families living with Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center(407) 436-7750Orlando's Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center offers peer support groups, wellness events and educational programs for families living with an Alzheimer's diagnosis. The organization also offers caregiver support meetings throughout the central Florida area.
Orlando Vet Center(407) 857-2800The Orlando Vet Center is a counseling center that serves veterans in the central Florida community. This center offers one-on-one and group counseling sessions for veterans.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Orlando

The Florida Department of Elder Affairs oversees memory care communities throughout the state, including in Orlando. This department is responsible for establishing rules and regulations for long-term care facilities, including memory care communities, and licensing them according to state standards.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Orlando

Benefits

  • Orlando has high-quality medical facilities, promoting access to excellent care for memory care residents. One hospital, Orlando Regional Medical Center, specializes in neuroscience and provides comprehensive treatment for Alzheimer’s and related conditions.
  • Florida has no state income tax, so memory care residents in Orlando only pay federal taxes on their monthly income and withdrawals from retirement accounts. Additionally, the state doesn’t have an inheritance or estate tax.
  • Orlando joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network in 2019, highlighting its dedication to providing a favorable environment for seniors. The city has several initiatives for seniors, including safe transportation services, age-friendly greenspaces, and programs that promote inclusion.

Drawbacks

  • Orlando’s crime rate exceeds that of 97% of U.S. communities, with the city reporting about eight violent crimes and 40 property-related offenses per 1,000 people every year. However, local memory care communities offer a safe environment with 24-hour supervision and enhanced security features.
  • Overall, living costs in Orlando exceed the national norm by 4%, which may affect financial feasibility for seniors with limited retirement budgets. Fortunately, our proprietary Caring.com database shows that nearly two dozen memory care communities in Orlando accept veterans’ benefits, and many accept funds through the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Waiver Program.

 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Orlando

Orlando Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Florida page for more information about these laws.

Orlando Memory Care Services and Amenities

A memory care community’s amenities and services significantly impact residents’ daily lives, helping them maintain physical, social, and cognitive engagement while supporting their quality of life. Many families seek facilities with dynamic activities and fitness programming, convenient on-site services, and comfortable common rooms.

  • Art and Music Therapy: Creative expression provides an outlet for feelings and lets residents participate in familiar activities.
  • Fitness Programs: Age-friendly exercise programs with instructor-led classes focus on maintaining flexibility, balance, and muscle strength, helping residents delay the decline in motor skills related to dementia.
  • Safety Features: Alarm systems, surveillance cameras, motion sensors, and disguised exit points minimize the risk of unsafe wandering while allowing staff to track residents’ activities effectively.
  • Salon and Spa Services: On-site full-service salons provide personal care services such as haircuts and manicures, reducing the need for accessing off-site services.
  • Outdoor Spaces: Fully enclosed courtyards with walking paths, seating areas, and gardens let residents enjoy the city’s comfortable weather safely.
  • Library and Reading Rooms: Stocked libraries with books and magazines encourage cognitive engagement and provide quiet areas for enjoying activities such as reading and journaling.

Contact a Caring.com Family Advisor for one-on-one assistance with comparing memory care centers throughout the Orlando region and identifying options that fit a loved one’s needs.

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Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Janis

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

Review of Excellence Senior Living - Orlando

My husband is now at Excellence Senior Living. He has been there for six weeks now. It's close to my house, which makes it convenient. The facility is clean. It's a beautiful facility. The girls...

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Roxanne

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

Review of Excellence Senior Living - Orlando

Excellence Senior Living is a nice, clean facility. It's very bright and has lots of windows and natural lighting. The staff is friendly. What I don't really like is the food. My father is not real...

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I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Conway

I toured Brookdale Conway. The individual who gave me the tour was helpful, answered my questions, showed me three different rooms, and let me into the memory care unit. I asked him what the...

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