6 Memory Care Facilities near High Springs, FL
There are 6 Memory Care Facilities in the High Springs area, with 1 in High Springs and 5 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in High Springs is $3,450 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,800. Cheaper nearby regions include Mayo with an average starting cost of $2,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 11 reviews below for memory care facilities in High Springs. On average, consumers rate memory care in High Springs 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in High Springs, call (855) 863-8283.
1 Memory Care Facility in High Springs, FL
Plantation Oaks Senior Living
5 Memory Care Facilities near High Springs, FL
Brookdale Gainesville Southwest
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Hunters Crossing Place
HarborChase of Gainesville
The Windsor of Gainesville
The Village at Gainesville
What to Consider About Memory Care in High Springs
Some 12.4 percent of the 6,033 residents of High Springs are 65 years of age or older. High Springs is located in Alachua County, where 4,568 members of the elderly population are deemed likely to have Alzheimer's disease, dementia or another cognitive impairment, according to Elderly Affairs.
One memory care facility is in High Springs, and five more are located in Gainesville, a neighboring community. An assisted living facility planning to watch over patients with cognitive conditions is required by Florida to obtain an Extended Congregate Care (ECC) license from the state.
- High Springs' air quality is excellent. It receives top marks for particle pollution and ozone days from the American Lung Association. Clean air benefits seniors with asthma, COPD, lung cancer or C/V diseases.
- High Springs has no hospitals specializing in brain health and dementia care, but three Senior Health Centers are in nearby Gainesville. During a medical emergency, Gainesville's North Florida Emergency Services is the closest medical center.
- It does not snow in High Springs, but the city averages 52 inches of rain annually, which is 13 inches more than the U.S. average. Sunny days in High Springs outnumber the national average by 227 to 205. Temperatures fluctuate about 50 degrees with pleasant summer highs of 92 and mild winter lows of 41. High Springs' Sperling Comfort Index is 77 out of 100, making it 23 points higher than the U.S. average. Seniors with arthritic joints and respiratory conditions may appreciate the fine weather.
- Florida has no personal income tax, which explains why the Sunshine State is popular among retirees on fixed incomes. This may result in families having extra funds for memory care and critical services if needed.
Paying for Memory Care in High Springs
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in High Springs start around $3,450 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,932 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in High Springs 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.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in High Springs
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 High Springs
High Springs 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 High Springs, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.
Directory of Winners in the High Springs Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in High Springs
High Springs-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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in High Springs
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Review of Plantation Oaks Senior Living
My husband is expected to move into Plantation Oaks this weekend. Everybody that we met in the hallway had a big smile on his/her face. They're very nice people. Everything seemed clean. There were... Read more
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Review of Plantation Oaks Senior Living
PO has provided us with a sense of security knowing our mom is happy, content and well taken care of. She is now active, eating every meal and says it's a nice place. Thank you for making her fe... Read more
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