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Memory Care Communities in West Palm Beach, Florida

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Jayde

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

Review of Arden Courts of West Palm Beach

My mom is in Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community. They've been very accommodating, very sweet, and understanding as my mom is one of the combative types of dementia. They gave her a...

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So glad to hear this! Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, Jayde.

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wife

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

Review of Arden Courts of West Palm Beach

The first thing I noticed about Arden Courts is the way they treat their residents with dignity and respect. I also like that the residents have access to two outdoor courtyards which are shaded...

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PenniSue

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

Review of Arden Courts of West Palm Beach

I explored many facilities in the area before I moved my Mom here. I am impressed with the amount of activities and personal attention they provide to the residents.All of the employees seem to be...

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Thanks for sharing, PenniSue! We are glad to hear we were able to give you peace of mind that your mother is in a such a caring and professional environment. Also that you are impressed with the...

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Seniors in West Palm Beach pay about $300 less than Florida’s statewide median and $921 less than the national median. Jacksonville offers memory care for a higher monthly rate at $5,825, while care in Miami costs about $777 more than in West Palm Beach. At $5,000 per month, Orlando is also more expensive than West Palm Beach, but Tampa offers a more affordable monthly rate at $4,188. 

West Palm Beach

$4,704

Florida

$5,000

United States

$5,625

Jacksonville

$5,825

Miami

$5,481

Orlando

$5,000

Tampa

$4,188

Paying for Memory Care in West Palm Beach

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care in West Palm Beach costs about $4,704 per month. However, prices vary depending on a facility’s location and the services or amenities it offers. 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in West Palm Beach

In West Palm Beach 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, visit 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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Adult day health care is the most affordable senior care option at $1,517 per month. Assisted living is an alternative long-term care option with a monthly rate of $3,763. For seniors who prefer aging in place, in-home care and home health care are also cheaper than memory care at $4,671 and $4,767 respectively. For seniors requiring 24-hour medical care, a semiprivate room at a nursing home costs about $8,164 per month. 

Memory Care

$4,704

In-Home Care

$4,671

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Health Care

$1,517

Assisted Living Facility

$3,763

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,164

Note: Data for West Palm Beach was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Port St. Lucie, was used instead.

Free Memory Care Resources in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach offers several resources to help seniors and family members impacted by memory loss. The following table includes a list of organizations offering free services or programs and their contact information. 

ResourceContactService
Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter(800) 272-3900The Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter provides support and education to those impacted by dementia, their families, caregivers and health care providers. The organization also raises funds and advocates for research on new treatment and prevention methods for memory loss.
1Florida Alzheimer's Disease Research Center(305) 355-90801Florida Alzheimer's Disease Research Center comprises multiple state institutions committed to furthering Alzheimer's research and discovering new treatments, prevention techniques and cures. Seniors and their families can also access a list of helpful resources and support groups offered by state universities and government agencies.
Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast, Inc.(866) 684-5885The Area Agency on Aging uses private grants, public funds and donations to provide services for seniors, those with disabilities and their caregivers to maintain their health and well-being. Individuals can find resources on accessing Medicare/Medicaid benefits for memory care and other health-related programs.
Alzheimer's Community Care(561) 683-2700Alzheimer's Community Care provides community-based, dementia-specific services to those affected by memory loss in the Palm Beach area. Seniors and their families can access educational resources, community outreach efforts and a 24-hour crisis line for non-medical guidance on the stages of Alzheimer's and other cognitive disorders.
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(888) 831-0404The Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for the health and safety of all long-term care residents, including those in memory care communities, to improve their living conditions. When a complaint is filed, an ombudsman investigates the facility and may recommend improvements in the best interest of the residents.

What to Consider About Memory Care in West Palm Beach

The Bureau of Health Facility Regulation oversees and monitors memory care communities in West Palm Beach and throughout the state of Florida. It has online licensure information for providers and a public records database that includes facility operation information and statements of deficiencies for seniors and their families to consider when navigating memory care options. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in West Palm Beach

  • Seniors in West Palm Beach have access to 254 physicians per 100,000 people compared with the national median of 210 per 100,000. The city also has a good air quality rating of 69 on a 100-point scale, meaning residents are less exposed to hazardous pollutants. 
  • Seniors have access to three hospitals in West Palm Beach and several more in surrounding areas. The HCA Florida JFK North Hospital is a 280-bed acute care facility offering several advanced medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, pain management and behavioral health services specifically designed for seniors. 
  • The cost of living in West Palm Beach is higher than Florida’s statewide average and the national average. On a 100-point scale, West Palm Beach is 108, while the United States scores 100 and Florida sits at 103.1. However, utilities are about 3% less than the U.S. average, and memory care communities offer fixed monthly rates, which can make it easier to budget for additional expenses. 
  • Florida is very tax-friendly for seniors, which benefits those living in West Palm Beach. Residents don’t have to pay taxes on their pension or retirement income, Social Security, or inheritance and estate benefits. Florida also doesn’t have a state income tax.
  • West Palm Beach has higher violent and property crime rates than the U.S. average. On a 100-point scale, violent crime ranks at 41.9 compared with the national average of 22.7, while property crime is at 67.3 compared with 35.4. However, memory care communities are secure.
  • Although West Palm Beach experiences humid weather and frequent thunderstorms during the summer, winters are mild with zero snow accumulation. Seniors can enjoy 238 sunny days per year for outdoor recreation compared with the U.S. average of 205 days. 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach 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.

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