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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Deltona, FL for 2024

Deltona, FL, is home to about 95,000 residents, and approximately 15,300 of them (16.2%) are seniors ages 65 and up. This is a group that is prone to memory loss issues, especially Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. In fact, according to the CDC, Alzheimer’s related deaths are on the rise in Deltona, jumping 3.64% from 357 in 2016 to 370 in 2020 and currently making up 5.92% of the city’s total mortality rate.

Fortunately, the Deltona community offers many options for dementia care. Also called memory care, this specialized form of senior living provides security, assistance with daily living activities, medication management and guidance for people struggling with memory issues. Specially trained staff members work closely with residents and their families to develop personalized care plans to meet residents’ needs. Memory care facilities also offer activities designed to maintain connections and cognitive function. In this guide, seniors and their families can learn more about memory care in Deltona, including benefits and drawbacks of the area and cost comparisons.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Deltona

Florida’s Bureau of Health Facility Regulation oversees the state’s memory care facilities. This agency licenses memory care facilities as assisted living facilities with specialty services. This ensures that staff members are trained to assist people with memory loss and that communities provide the proper security and environment to maintain residents’ safety and meet needs.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Deltona

  • Deltona’s overall cost of living is low compared to the U.S. and Florida averages. The U.S. rate stands at 100 points, and Deltona’s rating comes in at 93.9. Housing costs are especially reasonable in the city, and utilities and groceries also come in below the national average. This can help seniors make their budgets balance more easily.
  • The climate in Deltona is enjoyable in the winter. The city’s winter comfort index comes in at 8.9 on a 10-point scale, and January’s average low is 47. There is usually no snow. Summers, however, can be hot and muggy, with highs above the national average. Even so, the city averages 227 sunny days to the U.S. average of 205.
  • Health care costs in Deltona fall below the national average, at 95.3 on a scale of 100. This means that Deltona residents pay 4.7% less for health care than the typical U.S. resident.
  • Deltona residents have access to Halifax Health – UF Health Medical Center of Deltona for their health care needs. This is a full-service hospital that offers a wide variety of care, from emergency services to surgeries. The center also provides primary care, orthopedics, gastroenterology, laboratory and imaging, kidney care and outpatient rehabilitation.
  • Florida seniors can benefit from the state’s lack of income tax. Many areas of the state also offer property tax breaks for seniors. Deltona’s sales tax rate comes in at 6.5%, which is lower than the U.S. average sales tax rate of 7.3%.

Paying for Memory Care in Deltona

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.

Memory care in Deltona averages about $4,969 per month, although costs may vary according to the levels of care and amenities offered by particular communities.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Deltona’s memory care communities charge less for their services than the national average of $5,625 and even the Florida state average of $5,000. Compared to costs in other Florida cities, memory care in Deltona falls at the lower end of the cost spectrum. Tampa’s rates come in nearly $800 lower than those in Deltona, but prices in Miami are over $500 higher. Rates in Tallahassee and Jacksonville are higher yet, at $5,813 and $5,825, respectively.

Deltona

$4,969

Florida

$5,000

The United States

$5,625

Tampa

$4,188

Miami

$5,481

Jacksonville

$5,825

Tallahassee

$5,813

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care costs in Deltona are among the highest of senior care options. Only nursing home care is more expensive by over $3,200. Seniors who are able to remain in their own homes may choose in-home care or home health care for a rate of $4,576. Assisted living offers a community setting and is nearly $1,000 less than memory care. Adult day care comes in lowest at $1,625.

Memory Care

$4,969

In-Home Care

$4,576

Home Health Care

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$3,975

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,213

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Deltona

In Deltona 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.

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 Deltona

Seniors in Deltona have access to numerous resources to help them cope with the difficulties of memory loss and receive the services they need. These agencies and organizations provide guidance, support and plenty of information for seniors and their families.

ResourceContactService
Alzheimer's Association Central and North Florida Chapter(800) 272-3900The Central and North Florida Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association provides education about memory loss and care options, as well as virtual and in-person support groups. The association also offers ALZConnected, the Alzheimer's Navigator, the Community Resource Finder and a 24-hour helpline.
Senior Resource Association(407) 514-1800Central Florida seniors can find information about Medicare, housing, nutrition programs and caregiving options through the Senior Resource Association. The association also offers SHINE Medicare counseling, an elder helpline, health and wellness programs and the Heart 2 Heart Telephone Reassurance Program.
Florida Ombudsman Program(888) 831-0404The Florida Ombudsman Program offers support to seniors in long-term care communities. The ombudsman educates long-term care residents about their rights, works to resolve problems and complaints and advocates for residents' welfare and safety. Seniors and their families can always contact the ombudsman with concerns.
Florida Elder Law(850) 414-2000Florida Elder Law connects seniors with the legal advice and assistance they need. The organization operates the Florida Elder Law Risk Detector and the Florida Senior Legal Helpline. It provides a multitude of resources that seniors can use to find help with health expenses, food assistance and storm damage.
Council on Aging(386) 253-4700The Council on Aging serves seniors of Volusia County, providing senior centers and dining programs, in-home services, meal delivery, respite care and chore services. The organization offers nutrition counseling, telephone reassurance, a guardianship program and wellness counseling. Transportation for seniors is also available through the council.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Deltona

Deltona 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Christine

I visited this facility

Review of Gold Choice Deltona

Gold Choice Deltona was bad news. I wouldn't even take my dog there. It smelled, and I wasn't impressed at all with the lady in charge. She said some guy was annoying her and that was the guy that...

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Janet

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

Review of Gold Choice Deltona

My dad has moved into Gold Choice Deltona. He's in the memory care unit there. I like the people; they are so helpful. They care well for my dad. They are very nice and caring. They call me when...

Provider response

Miss Janet, Thank you so very much for taking the time to recognize our team and all their hard work. We are grateful to call your dad a member of our Gold Choice family. Please come anytime and...

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Maynard

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

Review of Gold Choice Deltona

My wife is in Gold Choice Deltona. It seems very good, it's extremely clean, the building is only 2 years old, but everything appears to be really good. The staff is very good, very friendly, very...

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