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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fort Myers, FL for 2024

In Fort Myers, where seniors make up 22% of the 96,000 residents, the increase in Alzheimer’s-related deaths drives the need for effective dementia care solutions. The rise in Alzheimer's-related deaths among seniors in Fort Myers emphasizes the need for better dementia care solutions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of deaths from Alzheimer’s increased by 39% in the Fort Myers region between 2016 and 2020, outpacing the 24% increase in deaths from all causes. At the beginning of this reporting period, 4.7% of deaths resulted from Alzheimer’s compared to 5.3% at the end.

Residential memory care supports seniors’ quality of life after a dementia diagnosis through hands-on help with daily activities, failure-free recreational therapies and tailored nutrition programs. Residents live in private and semi-private housing, sometimes in apartment-style units, and they have individualized care plans based on their needs and strengths. Additionally, these facilities have increased security to reduce the risk of wandering, and many have support groups and educational opportunities for families.

This guide for memory care in Fort Myers can help readers plan for the cost of residential dementia support. It also lists free and low-cost resources for seniors and families. 

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Fort Myers

The Agency for HealthCare Administration, Bureau of Health Facility Regulation, licenses all memory care facilities in Fort Myers and the rest of Florida. These facilities officially operate as assisted living facilities, but the department subjects them to increased requirements for staffing, staff training, care planning and security. The department also investigates reports of substandard care or housing conditions. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Fort Myers

  • The American Lung Association reports good air quality in the Fort Myers region, making the city a viable option for prospective memory care residents with heart or lung conditions. The organization gives Lee County a B for ozone pollution and an A for 24-hour particle pollution, and it reports just 1 day annually in which pollution levels may be high enough to affect vulnerable individuals.
  • Fort Myers has dementia-friendly initiatives through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, promoting a welcoming environment for seniors and families facing a dementia diagnosis. Residents may find a range of services and supports, such as options counseling, benefits screening and financial and legal advice, to help them navigate dementia care.
  • Fort Myers houses Lee Memorial Hospital, a 290-bed acute care hospital that serves as a designated Chest Pain Center and a Certified Primary Stroke Center. Additionally, the hospital offers a state-funded Memory Disorder Clinic, which provides free memory testing, diagnostic services and educational opportunities.
  • Fort Myers has warm weather throughout the year, with daytime temperatures ranging from 74 to 91 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents experience the hottest, rainiest weather between mid-May and early October, although temperatures trend lower from December through February. Humidity levels tend to be highest during the summer months but remain noticeable throughout the year. Fortunately, memory care facilities provide indoor activities throughout the year to support residents’ comfort.
  • Fort Myers has more crime than a typical U.S. city, which may be a concern for vulnerable seniors who live alone. On a 100-point crime index, the city scores 53.8 for violent crime, more than double the national norm of 22.7. Property crime has a similarly high score of 43.9 versus 35.4 nationally. To promote residents’ security, memory care facilities have alarm systems and surveillance cameras.
  • The cost of living in Fort Myers reflects the state norm but exceeds the national average. On an index set to a national norm of 100, the city scores 104.2 compared to Florida’s average of 103.1. Fortunately, the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-term Care Program can help qualified individuals pay for memory care.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Fort Myers

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.

In Fort Myers, memory care residents expect to pay approximately $5,418 per month for care.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care facilities in the Fort Myers region charge $5,418 per month for specialized dementia care. While this rate exceeds Florida’s norm of $5,000, it comes lower than the national average of $5,625. While local care costs fall 18% below norms in Naples, seniors may find more affordable options in other nearby cities. For example, in North Port, rates average 4% below care costs in Fort Myers, and in Port St. Lucie, monthly norms come in 13% below Fort Myers’ rate. Similarly, care costs in Punta Gorda compete with Fort Myers’ norm, with seniors paying $4,188 for services.

Fort Myers

$5,418

Florida

$5,000

United States

$5,625

Naples

$6,625

Punta Gorda

$4,188

North Port

$5,181

Port St. Lucie

$4,704

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Fort Myers, memory care rates average $5,418 per month, surpassing most other senior care options in cost. This is slightly higher than the $5,196 charged by agencies for in-home care and home health care. Assisted living, offering housing and personal care, costs about 20% less than memory care. Conversely, adult day health care, providing daytime support, is significantly more affordable at $1,603 per month. However, compared to nursing homes, which provide extensive care starting at $9,186, memory care can be considered a more economical option.

Memory Care

$5,418

In-Home Care

$5,196

Home Health Care

$5,196

Adult Day Health Care

$1,603

Assisted Living Facility

$4,334

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,186

Note: Data for Fort Myers was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Cape Coral, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Fort Myers

In Fort Myers 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.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Florida

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 & Low-Cost Memory Care Resources in Fort Myers

The Fort Myers region has a variety of dementia resources for seniors and families, including support groups, financial and legal counseling and early-stage engagement activities. The following agencies and programs provide free and low-cost services for area residents and can help them make informed long-term care decisions. 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Fort Myers

Fort Myers 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.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Florida

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Mike

I visited this facility

Review of American House Fort Myers

We will be putting Dad to American House Fort Myers and we chose it just because of the newness of the facility, the cleanliness, and the amount of residents that they currently had was a smaller...

Provider response

Thank you Mike! We are sorry for your loss and that we did not get the opportunity to know your father. We appreciate your kind words. Terysa

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Memory Care

Cheryl

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

Review of Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony

When I visit every other day, bed is made, floor is clean, and bathroom is picked up. Food is very good. My mom really likes it. This week they are doing lots of Post Super Bowl and Valentine...

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Memory Care

Donna

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

Review of Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony

My father has moved into Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony. I like that it has fewer residents, and the staff is caring and attentive. His room is basic, but it is perfect for somebody in memory...

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