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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lecanto, FL for 2024

Also serving communities of Hernando, Crystal River, Inverness, Homosassa.

There are 8 Memory Care Facilities in the Lecanto area, with 3 in Lecanto and 5 nearby.

The average cost of memory care in Lecanto is $3,952 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include Dunnellon with an average starting cost of 3,000.

To help you with your search, browse the 52 reviews below for memory care facilities in Lecanto. On average, consumers rate memory care in Lecanto 4.57 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Lecanto

As many as 540,000 people age 65 and over in Florida have Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, and some of them live in Lecanto. Out of Lecanto’s estimated 6,099 residents, approximately 23.5 percent are in the 65 and over age group. For those who need memory care, there are two facilities in Lecanto.

Assisted living facilities (ALFs) in Lecanto and the rest of Florida are licensed by the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation; there are standard licenses and specialty licenses for different levels of care. Facilities that provide Alzheimer’s and dementia care must meet special requirements related to disclosure, staffing and staff training.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Lecanto

  • The cost of living in Lecanto is 97.9, making it one of the more affordable Florida cities for seniors in memory care. The state has an average living cost of 111, while the U.S. average is 100. The lower living cost may mean facility costs, transportation and healthcare are priced lower in Lecanto than in more expensive Florida cities, such as Miami.
  • Property crime in Lecanto is rated 34.6, lower than the U.S. average of 38.1. Although the violent crime rate in Lecanto is slightly higher at 36.3 as opposed to the national average of 31.1, memory care facilities have strict security requirements to ensure resident safety.
  • Lecanto has a comfortable climate that ranks 72 out of 100 on Sperling’s Comfort Index, so memory care residents may be able to spend plenty of time outdoors. There are an estimated 247 sunny days in Lecanto, which is more than the national average of 205. Winters are mild, with January lows around 46 degrees.
  • Air quality in Lecanto ranks 70 out of 100, based on data from the EPA’s National Air Toxics Assessment. The U.S. average is 58, meaning Lecanto has a better air quality than many other cities. This may make the city a good choice for seniors with respiratory conditions or those who are sensitive to pollution.

Paying for Memory Care in Lecanto

Memory Care costs in Lecanto start around $3,952 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 Lecanto 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.

Cities in Florida

US

$5,694

Wildwood

$4,995

Spring Hill

$3,958

Lecanto

$3,952

Brooksville

$3,750

Belleview

$3,000

Dunnellon

$3,000

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Lecanto

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 Lecanto

Lecanto 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 Lecanto, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Lecanto

Lecanto-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

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bobby jo

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

Review of Superior Residences of Lecanto

Place was ok 2 years ago. It went south this year, 2023. Had to send loved one out to the hospital. Staff told us pure neglect.

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Vicky

I visited this facility

Review of Superior Residences of Lecanto

Superior Residences of Lecanto was a new place. It was located in more of a country setting instead of the city. The staff was very, very helpful. The place was very clean, and I like the location...

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Darlene

I visited this facility

Review of Rosecastle of Citrus

We had an in-person tour of Rosecastle of Citrus. We liked it a lot. We were going to try to get my relative in there, but it's more expensive. The staff members were nice, professional, and...

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