29 Memory Care Facilities near Lake Mary, FL
There are 29 Memory Care Facilities in the Lake Mary area, with 3 in Lake Mary and 26 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Lake Mary is $4,841 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,120. Cheaper nearby regions include Sanford with an average starting cost of $3,285.
To help you with your search, browse the 69 reviews below for memory care facilities in Lake Mary. On average, consumers rate memory care in Lake Mary 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Sanford with an average rating of 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 Lake Mary, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Lake Mary, FL
Spring Hills Lake Mary
Brookdale Lake Mary
Oakmonte Village - Cordova
Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs
Madison at Oviedo
Vitality Living Lake Forest
Brookdale Lake Orienta
Brookdale Wekiwa Springs
Palmetto Landing
Savannah Court and Cottage of Oviedo
Arden Courts of Winter Springs
Memory Lane Cottage at Oviedo
Serenades at Longwood
Bridgeport Senior Living- Port Springs
Ambiance of Maitland
The Gardens of Eastbrooke
The Palms of Longwood
The Springs of Parc Hill
Panorama Living
The Grove at Trelago
Bridgeport Senior Living - Port Margate
Bridgeport Senior Living - Port Maitland
Memoirs Assisted Living & Memory Care...
Marie's Manor Assisted Living
The Watermark at Vistawilla
Allegro Senior Living
Strive at Fern Park
Providence Living at Maitland
Gracious Age ALF
What to Consider About Memory Care in Lake Mary
With nearly one in 40 people experiencing Alzheimer’s disease in Florida, Lake Mary is prepared to support its residents living with various forms of dementia. Seniors and their families in the Lake Mary area can choose from 22 memory care facilities, known as Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), where staff have been trained by a Florida-approved instructor to work with people who have developed Alzheimer's or other memory impairments.
Seniors and their families who may be on a tight budget yet wish to find residential memory care support in Lake Mary may be happy to know that Florida is known as a retirement tax-friendly state. Income from a pension, Social security retirement benefits or an IRA or a 401(k) are all untaxed in Florida.
- On a scale of A-F, the air quality in Seminole County has been given an A grade in both the ozone pollution and particle pollution categories by the American Lung Association. This suggests the Lake Mary area has clean air and few environmental pollutants that would aggravate any respiratory health conditions seniors might have.
- Lake Mary is considered more dangerous than nearly two-thirds of all cities and towns throughout the United States. There are 308 crimes annually, making Lake Mary's crime rate higher than 40 percent of all communities throughout Florida. Such high crime rates might deter some seniors or family members from selecting a memory care facility in the area and warrant an understanding of how memory care facilities keep residents safe.
- Lake Mary's cost of living is approximately 21 percent more expensive than the national average cost of living and nine percent more expensive than the average across Florida. Seniors or family members searching for a memory care facility should consider how much they wish to spend when contemplating Lake Mary.
- Lake Mary has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital, Central Florida Regional Hospital, located in Sanford.
Paying for Memory Care in Lake Mary
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Lake Mary start around $4,621 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,053 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Lake Mary 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 Lake Mary
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 Lake Mary
Lake Mary 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 Lake Mary, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.
Directory of Winners in the Lake Mary Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Lake Mary
Lake Mary-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 Lake Mary
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Review of Brookdale Lake Mary
I visited Brookdale Lake Mary and saw their memory care. The tour guide was exceptional, and the staff was exceptional. We were able to see a room, and I liked how it was set up; it's plenty big en... Read more
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Review of Brookdale Lake Mary
I liked the fact that Brookdale Lake Mary had a smaller memory care unit that was very centralized and very nice. The staff seemed very nice, too. A lot of the residents that I saw all looked good.... Read more
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Review of Brookdale Lake Mary
My husband is in Brookdale Lake Mary. Everything has been excellent. The executive director was very helpful, and the price was somewhat reasonable compared to other facilities. The people that I s... Read more
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