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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sumter County, FL for 2024

The average cost of memory care in Sumter County is $5,520 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include ...

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Sumter County

Sumter County is west of Orlando and has a population of 125,165 residents. About 56.9 percent, or roughly 75,000, of those people are age 65 or older, and it's likely that as many as 7,000 of them have Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia.

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration is responsible for licensing, regulating and inspecting specialized assisted living communities called Extended Congregate Care (ECC) facilities to treat older people with cognitive ailments. There are five ECCs in Sumter County.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Sumter County's annual rainfall of 51 inches is greater than the U.S. average by 12 inches. The sun shines 233 days in a normal year. Summer high temperatures rise to a pleasant 91 degrees, and the January lows are a temperate 45. Sumter County scored a 76 out of 100 in Sperling's Comfort Index, compared to the U.S. average of 54. The pleasant weather can have a positive effect on seniors with chronic conditions, such as respiratory issues or painful joints.
  • Florida doesn't have a state income tax. Families and elderly members may find that their fixed income lasts longer, and the extra cash can be spent on memory care.
  • The cost of living in Sumter County is 108.9, which is 9 points higher than the U.S. median. All of the cost of living categories are within a few points of the state and national averages, so families looking for an ECC in this area may not pay extra for household expenses or healthcare.
  • The violent crime rate of 23.7 in Sumter County is nearly 30 percent lower than the U.S. average of 31.1, and the 26.4 property crime rate is also 30 percent less than the national average. Family members should ask about any extra security measures in place to increase the safety of all the residents of the facility.

Paying for Memory Care in Sumter County

Memory Care costs in Sumter County start around $5,520 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 Sumter 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

US

$5,694

Sumter County

$5,520

Marion County

$4,870

Hillsborough County

$4,714

Pasco County

$4,710

Lake County

$4,589

Hernando County

$3,898

Citrus County

$3,350

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Sumter 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 Sumter County

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

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Sumter County

Sumter 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

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Marcia

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

Review of A Banyan Residence

A Banyan Residence was extremely expensive, but the people there were extremely happy and kind. My husband was in memory care and they had him sitting up in the wheelchair from early in the morning...

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Jennifer

I visited this facility

Review of Serenades at The Villages

They only do memory care at Serenades at The Villages, which set them apart from the other facilities. They do so much with their residents, and it's all geared towards memory care. It's great...

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Jennifer

I visited this facility

Review of Freedom Pointe at The Villages

Our experience with Freedom Pointe at The Villages was great. The facility was lovely. I liked that when we got there, we had to check in at the front desk. They collected our information. They...

Provider response

Jennifer, we are so happy to read such a great review about Freedom Pointe at The Villages! We can't wait to see you again, have a great day.

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