Memory Care Communities in Altamonte Springs, FL

"My father-in-law has been at The Gardens of Eastbrooke for about a month now. They specialize in people with dementia, and if you're in transition while waiting approval from Medicaid or Medicare, or whatever, they give you an affordable option until Medicaid takes over, and then it goes back to their normal pricing. The pricing was only about $3000 a month until Medicaid took over. The staff is very sweet and extremely knowledgeable. They seemed very happy doing what they do, and that was very important to us. It's a much bigger community than expected, and the room is a safe size for him. He doesn't need a lot of space. The dining area is like an open sitting area where everyone kind of dines with everybody. They do arts and music. The rate that I'm paying is much lower than it normally should be."

"My step-mom has been at the Palms for two weeks now, and she has experienced enough "situations" to allowing me to provide a valid review. First I should tell you that you can't judge a book by it's cover, because while the outside appearance has deferred maintenance, every area of the staff and care are OUTSTANDING. Before I go further, please note that the facility has recently been purchased, and they are working diligently to update and correct any existing physical appearance deficiencies you may notice, and an Activities Director is in the works. Personally I wouldn't have stepped inside, had I not had an appointment. I am SO glad I didn't let the outward appearance stop me. The first person to greet me was Alex, who is beyond attentive and remembered my name when I returned later that day. Kim is the Director, and I can't begin to tell you how caring and "down to earth" she is. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the issues we all face when researching a facility, she put me immediately at ease. After reviewing a number of facilities, I didn't hesitate to place my step-mom here. Knowing that they handle all levels of care (including end of life), I was comfortable knowing this would be the last move for her. Every issue noted from the most minor detail, was rectified immediately. My step-mom constantly complained about the food at the last high-priced nationally known facility, but here she does nothing but rave. Wanting her to have at least one "friend", Kim has taken steps to adjust seating arrangements to ensure that she finds someone to connect with. After receiving a call from my step-mom at 6:30 this morning stating she was in pain, I knew that this would be the real "test", as to how quickly her needs were attended. She pushed the button in her room just prior to calling me and I also went ahead and called the front desk, utilizing the emergency option. I was so anxious placing the call, that I failed to leave my name or number, as I jumped into my car to race to her. A few minutes later I received a phone call giving me an update. When I arrived my step-mom told me that they responded immediately to the button, and call; checking in on her constantly. What a relief! On staff doctors, pharmacy deliveries and ALL INCLUSIVE services (no more a la carte add-ons), make the price very reasonable. Assistance in the steps to apply for medicaid, knowledge about VA benefits and just an overall attitude that everything will be okay, puts The Palms of Longwood miles above the rest. Again, it's the Staff that is the most important when caring for the elderly. As Kim likes to say, this is your parent's new "home", and the staff just work there. "

"Brookdale Wekiwa Springs was nice, but my mother needed a little bit more assistance. The person during the visit was very professional, very nice and very informative. The dining area was an open area, and it was quite nice."

"It was a great place for my grandparents. They had a beautiful one bedroom deluxe apartment that was spacious enough to accommodate them both. The staff was super friendly and you could tell they really cared about the residents like their own families. They had a lot of activities but the best was their daily happy hour. The community encouraged families to join their loved ones and have a glass of wine and enjoy the music together. I've never seen an assisted living who offered this. Every time I visited them I felt like I was at the Ritz Carlton."

"Brookdale Lake Mary was great. The people were great. It's a little bit older facility, but it's very personable. The guy who gave me the tour was very friendly. You bring your own appliance though. Meals are included. Everything is included. They have access to food, so why would want to bring your own microwave to the room?"

Apopka Life Care Center, located at 1443 Clarcona Road in Apopka, Florida, is a welcoming senior living community dedicated to providing both assisted living and memory care services. Nestled in the heart of Central Florida, the community offers a homelike environment where residents can feel safe, comfortable, and respected while receiving the personalized support they need. Its focus on balancing independence with compassionate care makes it an ideal choice for families seeking a secure and nurturing setting for their loved ones. The community is designed to support daily living with professional caregivers available around the clock to assist with personal care, medication management, and other individualized needs. Residents can enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals in a communal dining setting, participate in engaging activities that encourage socialization, and relax in inviting common spaces that feel both comfortable and familiar. The combination of supportive services and a warm atmosphere ensures that seniors can continue to lead fulfilling lives while maintaining their dignity and autonomy. Apopka Life Care Center stands out for its specialized memory care program, which provides a secure environment tailored to those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The staff is trained to deliver care with patience and respect, offering reassurance and stability for residents and peace of mind for their families. Conveniently located near local attractions such as Magnolia Park and Lake Apopka, the community also offers opportunities for safe outings and visits in a beautiful natural setting. With its commitment to safety, compassion, and quality of life, Apopka Life Care Center creates a supportive home where seniors can thrive. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration

"I like Emeritus at Tuskawilla because it wasn't too large nor too small. They had an outdoor area with little garden pathway and a gazebo, but it was all enclosed within the facility so residents couldn't wander or get lost. The room that I got to see was not too big nor too small. It does allow for a sofa and a good-sized closet. It also has a little kitchenette but no stove, so accidents can be prevented. It has a nice big window where my mom could look at a view outside. Also they had a variety of activities and they had Sunday Services. Lastly, I found the admission personnel to be extremely helpful. They even called us to do follow up. "

"I've visited the memory care apartments at Arden Courts and they were very small, but the facility is very nice. Their staff seemed great. "

"We came across Emeritus at Oviedo from Caring.com. My first impression of it was that it was a very relaxed community. It was homey but it's an institution. I like this facility. The people were very kind. I thought the staff was very attentive. The one who showed us around spent a lot of time with us; she was great. They were very willing to help me figure out the finances to get my mother in, which I had not seen anywhere else. They did have a model room to show, which was really fair. However, they did show us a little lady's apartment and it was adorable, so it made it a more personal presentation. That was quite nice. The dining room was nice and very big. It was kind of worn-looking though. "

"My mom is in The Watermark at Vistawilla. The experience has been good, but I think they lacked a little bit in the activities department, for memory care specifically. I wish they did more activities, but ever since COVID happened it's been slow there, but otherwise I feel like my mom is really well cared for there, and they really like her. Her apartment is great, very spacious, and the staff there is great too, but they have a lot of turnover. The food is good too, they serve pretty good food, and my mom seems to like it. Structurally it's a very pretty, very comfortable place, with a large, open area for the residents to mingle, and where they can all be together."

"I went to look at Madison at Ocoee. The whole staff was very nice, polite, and caring. They knew all of the patients' names. They were very respectful when they spoke to the patients. All the patients that live there are very clean. You can see that they take better care of the patients in this assisted living place. The way it's set up as a suite is a really neat idea so that they can have their privacy. I like that the family can furnish the place they are staying at. Even if it's a double apartment, they have their separate rooms. They do share a bathroom, which is fine. It's a tiny living space, which is also good. They have like an open restaurant. They are not serving the same thing to everyone. The residents get the option to choose what they would like to eat. I saw the menu, and everything was amazing. When we walked into the place, they served lunch, and it smelled so good. The fact that they have an auction is the cutest thing ever. They give them fake money so they can auction out toiletries. The facility will pick up some grocery items or some toiletries that they might need. They have puzzles, an art event, a screened-in courtyard, and bingo nights. They take the patients out to eat."

"I went to Florida Golden Adult Care. I didn't talk to the staff that much. They are not really welcoming. They have a gym. They have a place outside where the residents can sit down. It's like a little park area. The upkeep is good."

"We had looked at the assisted living, and they're very nice. In fact, my mother even liked it because I took her with me. It was very nice, very clean, and had very friendly people. I wouldn't have a problem living there myself. I think the room is for a single person or maybe two. For a couple, it would be great and its a good size. There was a lot of garden area around, so if the person wanted to go outside and sit under a tree. Of course with Covid, I think they've cut back on that. The rooms were plenty big enough, you can decorate it yourself to your liking. There are outside areas and it's enjoyable, it's not like you would be cooped up inside the building all the time. I've tried a cake there and it was very good."

"We placed my father-in-law into Brookdale Conway. We like it. Everyone is very nice. It’s clean. The rooms are really nice. My father-in-law has a private room. He gets a choice of what he wants for dinner and lunch. He gets a choice of menu. Everyone has been really nice. They have different activities, but I’m not really up to date on all of them. They have a movie room and an activity room, and they have a lobby where they serve chocolate chip cookies everyday or every other day. They have a man that comes in and plays the piano. They do have different people that come in and entertain them. The room is spacious and clean. It has a nice bathroom. They made it very convenient for them with the handles in the shower. It was made for an older person, and they made it more secure. It is really handicap-accessible. "