Memory Care Communities in Bonita Springs, FL

Bonita Springs memory care costs are higher than the statewide median of $5,000, but they’re more than $200 lower than the U.S. national average. In Punta Gorda, care costs are significantly more affordable at $4,188 per month. They’re also slightly less expensive in the  North Port area at $5,181 per month. The cost of memory care in Miami is comparable to Bonita Springs, costing just $63 more per month. The most expensive nearby option is Naples, where seniors can expect to pay $6,625 per month.

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.

The typical cost of care at a memory care community in Bonita Springs is $5,418 per month. 

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.

Adult day health care is ideal for seniors with minimal needs and costs just $1,603 per month. Assisted Living is the next most affordable option at $4,334. In-home care and home health care are comparable to memory care at $5,196 per month. The most expensive care option is nursing home care, as it involves the highest level of supervision and personal assistance. Average rates are $9,186 for a semiprivate room.

Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration, Bureau of Health Facility Regulation is responsible for the licensing and regulation of all long-term care facilities in Bonita Springs, including memory care communities. Once facilities have been licensed, follow-up inspections are conducted on a biennial basis to ensure they remain compliant with state laws and regulations.

• With miles of beaches and many parks and golf courses, Bonita Springs offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Seniors can also enjoy local concerts and festivals throughout the year, including the Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest.
• Living in Bonita Springs can be expensive in terms of housing, health care and grocery costs. The overall cost of living is given an index score of 113.8, which is higher than both the statewide median of 102.8 and the national average of 100. However, transportation costs are lower than both the state and national averages.
• Seniors in Bonita Springs benefit from retiree-friendly tax policies. Florida has no sales tax and doesn’t levy taxes on Social Security benefits or retirement income from pensions, IRAs or 401(k)s.
• Bonita Springs is a great spot for seniors looking to escape cold, snowy winters. Temperatures tend to stay above 53 degrees, and seniors can expect to see 271 days of sunshine. The city can experience heavy rainfall and storms during hurricane season, however. Seniors should also be mindful that the summer heat can be overwhelming.
• Crime rates in Bonita Springs are slightly higher than the average U.S. city, receiving ratings of 25 for violent crime and 47.3 for property crime, compared to the national averages of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. Fortunately, most memory care facilities have secured entrances, surveillance equipment and state-of-the-art security features.
• LeeTran offers reliable public transportation for seniors across Lee County. The system offers 18 fixed-route bus services as well as a park and ride trolley and ADA paratransit service. Seniors aged 65 and older are eligible for discounted fares.
• Seniors in Bonita Springs have great access to health care services, including Lee Health Coconut Point hospital and several NCH Healthcare System locations, including an emergency department, wound care center and immediate care facility.