Largo is one of the largest cities in Pinellas County, occupying the space between the Gulf Coast and Old Tampa Bay. More than a quarter of its 82,000-plus residents are 65 years old or more, the age group most at risk of developing a memory loss condition. The most prevalent form is Alzheimer’s, which currently affects 6 million Americans, and is the sixth-leading cause of death in the country. Fortunately, Florida has one of the lowest death rates from Alzheimer’s and the latest figures released by the CDC shows the rate in Largo fell by 8.35% between 2014 and 2018.
Largo’s memory care facilities are structured to be safe and supportive environments for seniors with cognitive impairments. They are staffed round-the-clock by people specially trained to assist vulnerable residents and therapists skilled in the latest techniques to slow down the onset of dementia. The facilities also provide standard residential care services, such as housekeeping staff to keep rooms clean and chefs to freshly prepare nutritious meals. This guide reviews the advantages and disadvantages of living in Largo. It also reveals memory care costs in the area, compares the fees for other types of care and lists some senior-friendly resources.
Memory Care Facilities in Largo, FL
750 Starkey Road, Largo, FL, 33771
Grand Villa of Largo is nestled in Largo, Florida, near Largo Central Park Nature Preserve, restaurants and shopping centers. Visitors are impressed by the spacious and clean apartment-style accommoda
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Grand Villa of Largo is nestled in Largo, Florida, near Largo Central Park Nature Preserve, restaurants and shopping centers. Visitors are impressed by the spacious and clean apartment-style accommodations and give consistent praise for the friendly staff who treat the residents like family members. The community offers a wide variety of on and off-site activities for residents, including table games, tea parties and trips to shopping centers. Visitors also praise the facility’s varied menu and note that the food tastes good and is healthfully prepared.
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Grand Villa of Largo is nestled in Largo, Florida, near Largo Central Park Nature Preserve, restaurants and shopping centers. Visitors are impressed by the spacious and clean apartment-style accommoda
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Grand Villa of Largo is nestled in Largo, Florida, near Largo Central Park Nature Preserve, restaurants and shopping centers. Visitors are impressed by the spacious and clean apartment-style accommodations and give consistent praise for the friendly staff who treat the residents like family members. The community offers a wide variety of on and off-site activities for residents, including table games, tea parties and trips to shopping centers. Visitors also praise the facility’s varied menu and note that the food tastes good and is healthfully prepared.
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1150 8th Ave SW, Largo, FL, 33770
I have moved my husband to Elison Senior Living Community of Pinecrest. It was well-maintained, it’s very cheerful, it’s just small with a second floor. It’s like a little square so people feel like t
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I have moved my husband to Elison Senior Living Community of Pinecrest. It was well-maintained, it’s very cheerful, it’s just small with a second floor. It’s like a little square so people feel like they have space, but they don’t wander out. I just like the feeling of the place, and the activities I thought were good. The layout is nice, it’s very cheerful, and the food is fine. In terms of value for the money, I think everything is overpriced.
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I have moved my husband to Elison Senior Living Community of Pinecrest. It was well-maintained, it’s very cheerful, it’s just small with a second floor. It’s like a little square so people feel like t
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I have moved my husband to Elison Senior Living Community of Pinecrest. It was well-maintained, it’s very cheerful, it’s just small with a second floor. It’s like a little square so people feel like they have space, but they don’t wander out. I just like the feeling of the place, and the activities I thought were good. The layout is nice, it’s very cheerful, and the food is fine. In terms of value for the money, I think everything is overpriced.
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455 Belcher Road South, Largo, FL, 33771
Cabot Cove of Largo is located in the Fairway Village neighborhood of Largo, Florida, about four miles east of the city’s center. Residents and their loved ones rave about the inclusive demeanor of th
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Cabot Cove of Largo is located in the Fairway Village neighborhood of Largo, Florida, about four miles east of the city’s center. Residents and their loved ones rave about the inclusive demeanor of the staff. This facility earns praise for its method of inviting guests to join residents in activities and meals, and residents appreciate the quality and variety of the food. Cabot Cove includes amenities such as a beauty salon, a library and landscaped gardens. Residents enjoy many activities including bingo, exercise classes, group luncheons and arts and crafts.
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Cabot Cove of Largo is located in the Fairway Village neighborhood of Largo, Florida, about four miles east of the city’s center. Residents and their loved ones rave about the inclusive demeanor of th
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Cabot Cove of Largo is located in the Fairway Village neighborhood of Largo, Florida, about four miles east of the city’s center. Residents and their loved ones rave about the inclusive demeanor of the staff. This facility earns praise for its method of inviting guests to join residents in activities and meals, and residents appreciate the quality and variety of the food. Cabot Cove includes amenities such as a beauty salon, a library and landscaped gardens. Residents enjoy many activities including bingo, exercise classes, group luncheons and arts and crafts.
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300 Highland Avenue, Largo, FL, 33770
My father has been at Arden Courts of Largo for three years. I’ve been very happy with the facility and staff! Prior to Arden Courts of Largo, my father spent two weeks at another facility that also
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My father has been at Arden Courts of Largo for three years. I’ve been very happy with the facility and staff! Prior to Arden Courts of Largo, my father spent two weeks at another facility that also had an assisted living facility (ALF) and they focused more on the ALF residents so the memory care residents suffered.
Rooms: Ample size with windows and their own bathroom. My father has a TV and his most prized possessions on the shelf and walls. They are kept clean. There’s never a foul odor in the rooms or common areas.
Staff: There have been few staff changes which gives me comfort in knowing the staff is happy where they work so they treat my father well. The staff has advised me when my father had health issues so I could address them directly with his VA provider.
The director has handled the COVID crisis in an impressive manner to keep the residents safe. The staff is friendly and I know them all by name. Arden Courts of Largo is pricey. My father is a veteran, so the financial staff has worked with me regarding the VA Aid and Attendance funding as well as my father’s service connected VA disability funding so he could afford to stay there.
Activities: My father has enjoyed all of the activities. I’ve joined him in some of them. The staff accommodates special occasions like birthdays to have parties with the resident and family. During COVID, the staff provided an outstanding individual Thanksgiving or Christmas social hour with all 56 residents and their families. It was lovely with hor d’oeuvres, drinks, desserts and a backdrop for family photos.
Amenities: The facility has an in house stylist that provides haircuts so the residents don’t have to leave the facility. The secure gardens and patios are also lovely. The staff recognizes residents on certain days such as Veteran’s Day with a celebration for the resident veterans.
Overall, I feel very confident and trust that my father is being cared for in the best way possible at Arden Courts. If there ever is an issue, they call and first let me know "my father is alright" and then proceed to tell me if he needs meds or if he fell, etc.
I highly recommend Arden Courts of Largo for your loved ones needs!
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My father has been at Arden Courts of Largo for three years. I’ve been very happy with the facility and staff! Prior to Arden Courts of Largo, my father spent two weeks at another facility that also
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My father has been at Arden Courts of Largo for three years. I’ve been very happy with the facility and staff! Prior to Arden Courts of Largo, my father spent two weeks at another facility that also had an assisted living facility (ALF) and they focused more on the ALF residents so the memory care residents suffered.
Rooms: Ample size with windows and their own bathroom. My father has a TV and his most prized possessions on the shelf and walls. They are kept clean. There’s never a foul odor in the rooms or common areas.
Staff: There have been few staff changes which gives me comfort in knowing the staff is happy where they work so they treat my father well. The staff has advised me when my father had health issues so I could address them directly with his VA provider.
The director has handled the COVID crisis in an impressive manner to keep the residents safe. The staff is friendly and I know them all by name. Arden Courts of Largo is pricey. My father is a veteran, so the financial staff has worked with me regarding the VA Aid and Attendance funding as well as my father’s service connected VA disability funding so he could afford to stay there.
Activities: My father has enjoyed all of the activities. I’ve joined him in some of them. The staff accommodates special occasions like birthdays to have parties with the resident and family. During COVID, the staff provided an outstanding individual Thanksgiving or Christmas social hour with all 56 residents and their families. It was lovely with hor d’oeuvres, drinks, desserts and a backdrop for family photos.
Amenities: The facility has an in house stylist that provides haircuts so the residents don’t have to leave the facility. The secure gardens and patios are also lovely. The staff recognizes residents on certain days such as Veteran’s Day with a celebration for the resident veterans.
Overall, I feel very confident and trust that my father is being cared for in the best way possible at Arden Courts. If there ever is an issue, they call and first let me know "my father is alright" and then proceed to tell me if he needs meds or if he fell, etc.
I highly recommend Arden Courts of Largo for your loved ones needs!
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1071 Lake Avenue NE, Largo, FL, 33771
Lake House was very nice. They’re on the lake and they even have this outdoor area that’s screened in with furniture where mom could sit and look out at the lake and watch the turtles, squirrels, and
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Lake House was very nice. They’re on the lake and they even have this outdoor area that’s screened in with furniture where mom could sit and look out at the lake and watch the turtles, squirrels, and birds. They have some nice gardens. There’s singing and stuff. It was very nice. I liked it. I think she will like it there.
It’s not too far from home, so it was more appealing. They have both assisted living and memory care. They only have six beds in the memory care, but they have a bed open, so they have something open for immediate. It’s very nice. She has dementia and she’s pretty severe. She can’t do assisted living because she can’t dress or go to the bathroom herself. She’s not even able to feed herself now, so she has to have full care.
The staff was nice and friendly. They don’t seem frantic or anything. They seemed very laid back. There was supposed to be another guy there because I couldn’t get a price for the complete bottom line. They have a base starting price for memory care of $2600 a month, but that’s just the room and board, that doesn’t include her additional care as far as feeding her, getting her into a wheelchair, bathing her, and all that kind of stuff because she can’t do any of that. I don’t know what the exact bottom line is going to be as far as the price goes.
It was very clean and they decorate for the seasons. They had it nicely decorated. If I wanted to go and have dinner with my mom there, they have private areas for the family to have dinner with the residents, so that was pretty nice.
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Lake House was very nice. They’re on the lake and they even have this outdoor area that’s screened in with furniture where mom could sit and look out at the lake and watch the turtles, squirrels, and
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Lake House was very nice. They’re on the lake and they even have this outdoor area that’s screened in with furniture where mom could sit and look out at the lake and watch the turtles, squirrels, and birds. They have some nice gardens. There’s singing and stuff. It was very nice. I liked it. I think she will like it there.
It’s not too far from home, so it was more appealing. They have both assisted living and memory care. They only have six beds in the memory care, but they have a bed open, so they have something open for immediate. It’s very nice. She has dementia and she’s pretty severe. She can’t do assisted living because she can’t dress or go to the bathroom herself. She’s not even able to feed herself now, so she has to have full care.
The staff was nice and friendly. They don’t seem frantic or anything. They seemed very laid back. There was supposed to be another guy there because I couldn’t get a price for the complete bottom line. They have a base starting price for memory care of $2600 a month, but that’s just the room and board, that doesn’t include her additional care as far as feeding her, getting her into a wheelchair, bathing her, and all that kind of stuff because she can’t do any of that. I don’t know what the exact bottom line is going to be as far as the price goes.
It was very clean and they decorate for the seasons. They had it nicely decorated. If I wanted to go and have dinner with my mom there, they have private areas for the family to have dinner with the residents, so that was pretty nice.
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4175 East Bay Drive, Largo, FL, 33764
Seasons Largo is an assisted living and memory care facility offering studio and one-bedroom apartments, including companion suites, to retired seniors and their small pets south of Largo, Florida, le
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Seasons Largo is an assisted living and memory care facility offering studio and one-bedroom apartments, including companion suites, to retired seniors and their small pets south of Largo, Florida, less than four miles from downtown. Family members say residents are happy with the different variety of activities to do, including feeding ducks and swans, gardening, yoga, arts and crafts, book club, lecture discussions, games and weekly trips to visit local shopping and restaurant destinations. Residents say one thing that stands out is the excellent quality of the food, offered up restaurant-style in the dining room by an in-house chef.
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Seasons Largo is an assisted living and memory care facility offering studio and one-bedroom apartments, including companion suites, to retired seniors and their small pets south of Largo, Florida, le
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Seasons Largo is an assisted living and memory care facility offering studio and one-bedroom apartments, including companion suites, to retired seniors and their small pets south of Largo, Florida, less than four miles from downtown. Family members say residents are happy with the different variety of activities to do, including feeding ducks and swans, gardening, yoga, arts and crafts, book club, lecture discussions, games and weekly trips to visit local shopping and restaurant destinations. Residents say one thing that stands out is the excellent quality of the food, offered up restaurant-style in the dining room by an in-house chef.
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333 16th Ave SE, Largo, FL, 33771
We have a pleasant experience with Sodalis Largo. Everybody is friendly and helpful. My brother’s room is nice. He is in the memory care, and the staff is helpful.
We have a pleasant experience with Sodalis Largo. Everybody is friendly and helpful. My brother’s room is nice. He is in the memory care, and the staff is helpful.
300 Lake Ave NE, Largo, FL, 33771
The Palms of Largo is an assisted living and continuing care community offering private and semi-private housing options to retired seniors in Largo, Florida, near the Highland Recreation Complex. Vis
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The Palms of Largo is an assisted living and continuing care community offering private and semi-private housing options to retired seniors in Largo, Florida, near the Highland Recreation Complex. Visitors have said the facility is like a hotel resort, with gorgeous furnishings, large aquariums featuring tropical fish, a relaxing spa, indoor pool, well-stocked library and large exercise room. Each day, family members say residents can enjoy new fun activities and entertainment, including puzzles, card games, live music, church services and crafts like jewelry making. Residents can also schedule transportation for errands, medical appointments and local sightseeing.
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The Palms of Largo is an assisted living and continuing care community offering private and semi-private housing options to retired seniors in Largo, Florida, near the Highland Recreation Complex. Vis
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The Palms of Largo is an assisted living and continuing care community offering private and semi-private housing options to retired seniors in Largo, Florida, near the Highland Recreation Complex. Visitors have said the facility is like a hotel resort, with gorgeous furnishings, large aquariums featuring tropical fish, a relaxing spa, indoor pool, well-stocked library and large exercise room. Each day, family members say residents can enjoy new fun activities and entertainment, including puzzles, card games, live music, church services and crafts like jewelry making. Residents can also schedule transportation for errands, medical appointments and local sightseeing.
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2050 East Bay Drive, Largo, FL, 33771
400 Lake Avenue NE, Largo, FL, 33771
8980 49th Street North, Pinellas Park, FL, 33782
Grand Villa of Pinellas Park is located roughly halfway between the cities of St. Petersburg and Clearwater in western Tampa Bay. Residents describe the property as spacious but welcoming, with a know
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Grand Villa of Pinellas Park is located roughly halfway between the cities of St. Petersburg and Clearwater in western Tampa Bay. Residents describe the property as spacious but welcoming, with a knowledgeable, professional and caring staff. The facility’s dining area wins praise for its high quality, and residents engage in various activities, including holiday parties, trips to sporting events, Bible studies and game nights. Grand Villa is a pet-friendly facility with an alarm system for assisted living residents, and it offers several amenities such as a beauty salon, a game room, a swimming pool and an exercise area.
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Grand Villa of Pinellas Park is located roughly halfway between the cities of St. Petersburg and Clearwater in western Tampa Bay. Residents describe the property as spacious but welcoming, with a know
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Grand Villa of Pinellas Park is located roughly halfway between the cities of St. Petersburg and Clearwater in western Tampa Bay. Residents describe the property as spacious but welcoming, with a knowledgeable, professional and caring staff. The facility’s dining area wins praise for its high quality, and residents engage in various activities, including holiday parties, trips to sporting events, Bible studies and game nights. Grand Villa is a pet-friendly facility with an alarm system for assisted living residents, and it offers several amenities such as a beauty salon, a game room, a swimming pool and an exercise area.
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2750 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL, 33759
Minutes from Old Tampa Bay and surrounded by more than half a dozen parks, Brookdale Clearwater is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Their clean rooms, great food and
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Minutes from Old Tampa Bay and surrounded by more than half a dozen parks, Brookdale Clearwater is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Their clean rooms, great food and happy residents inspire visitors to speak highly of them. Residents and visitors comment on the friendly staff, the quality care and the frequency and availability of daily activities. In addition to welcoming residents’ small pet companions, they provide a full-sized kitchen in every apartment. This community takes pride in their personalized care, special events and activities, and kind, genuine staff.
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Minutes from Old Tampa Bay and surrounded by more than half a dozen parks, Brookdale Clearwater is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Their clean rooms, great food and
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Minutes from Old Tampa Bay and surrounded by more than half a dozen parks, Brookdale Clearwater is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Their clean rooms, great food and happy residents inspire visitors to speak highly of them. Residents and visitors comment on the friendly staff, the quality care and the frequency and availability of daily activities. In addition to welcoming residents’ small pet companions, they provide a full-sized kitchen in every apartment. This community takes pride in their personalized care, special events and activities, and kind, genuine staff.
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9381 US Highway 19, Pinellas Park, FL, 33782
Just 20 minutes from Tampa Bay, Bayside Terrace is a community in Pinellas Park, Florida, that offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with the option of companion suites. Visitors say the facility i
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Just 20 minutes from Tampa Bay, Bayside Terrace is a community in Pinellas Park, Florida, that offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with the option of companion suites. Visitors say the facility is neat and clean and the staff is friendly and accommodating. Residents enjoy more than 10 activity rooms, where they can exercise or play billiards and other games. The facility also offers a library, theater and dining room that serves chef-prepared meals. Loved ones report enjoying scheduled bus trips to see the local sites. This community also offers laundry and housekeeping services and allows small pets.
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Just 20 minutes from Tampa Bay, Bayside Terrace is a community in Pinellas Park, Florida, that offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with the option of companion suites. Visitors say the facility i
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Just 20 minutes from Tampa Bay, Bayside Terrace is a community in Pinellas Park, Florida, that offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with the option of companion suites. Visitors say the facility is neat and clean and the staff is friendly and accommodating. Residents enjoy more than 10 activity rooms, where they can exercise or play billiards and other games. The facility also offers a library, theater and dining room that serves chef-prepared meals. Loved ones report enjoying scheduled bus trips to see the local sites. This community also offers laundry and housekeeping services and allows small pets.
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620 Belleair Rd., Clearwater, FL, 33756
Minutes from the Belleair Country Club and surrounded by trees and residential areas, Pacifica Senior Living Belleair is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Visitors an
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Minutes from the Belleair Country Club and surrounded by trees and residential areas, Pacifica Senior Living Belleair is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Visitors and residents often comment on the beautiful community, its great food, the large common rooms and the ample space provided for residents to walk and enjoy nature. They offer unique features, such as their cottage-style living areas — each housing 14 residents and complete with a kitchen, a common room and a covered patio. There is also an on-site barber shop and security gate, and small pet companions are welcome.
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Minutes from the Belleair Country Club and surrounded by trees and residential areas, Pacifica Senior Living Belleair is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Visitors an
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Minutes from the Belleair Country Club and surrounded by trees and residential areas, Pacifica Senior Living Belleair is an assisted living and memory care facility in Clearwater, Florida. Visitors and residents often comment on the beautiful community, its great food, the large common rooms and the ample space provided for residents to walk and enjoy nature. They offer unique features, such as their cottage-style living areas — each housing 14 residents and complete with a kitchen, a common room and a covered patio. There is also an on-site barber shop and security gate, and small pet companions are welcome.
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880 Patricia Avenue, Dunedin, FL, 34698
Grand Villa of Dunedin is situated in the heart of Dunedin, Florida, just off Patricia Avenue and Main Street. It’s minutes from the Coastal Shopping Center, Dunedin History Museum and Mease Dunedin H
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Grand Villa of Dunedin is situated in the heart of Dunedin, Florida, just off Patricia Avenue and Main Street. It’s minutes from the Coastal Shopping Center, Dunedin History Museum and Mease Dunedin Hospital. According to relatives, staff members treat the residents like family and work hard to maintain a clean, homelike environment. The rooms and common areas are described as bright, airy and up-to-date. Community members participate in a variety of on- and off-site activities, such as card games, social events and local outings. Relatives appreciate the accessibility of the staff, including the executive director, administrators and facility managers.
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Grand Villa of Dunedin is situated in the heart of Dunedin, Florida, just off Patricia Avenue and Main Street. It’s minutes from the Coastal Shopping Center, Dunedin History Museum and Mease Dunedin H
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Grand Villa of Dunedin is situated in the heart of Dunedin, Florida, just off Patricia Avenue and Main Street. It’s minutes from the Coastal Shopping Center, Dunedin History Museum and Mease Dunedin Hospital. According to relatives, staff members treat the residents like family and work hard to maintain a clean, homelike environment. The rooms and common areas are described as bright, airy and up-to-date. Community members participate in a variety of on- and off-site activities, such as card games, social events and local outings. Relatives appreciate the accessibility of the staff, including the executive director, administrators and facility managers.
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3055 Union St., Clearwater, FL, 33759
In a pinch we had to move my mom from an assisted living to a full-time memory care facility. Luckily after requesting personal reccomendations on social media, I was directed to Aravilla. The executi
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In a pinch we had to move my mom from an assisted living to a full-time memory care facility. Luckily after requesting personal reccomendations on social media, I was directed to Aravilla. The executive director, Dawn, also reached put on my post and gave me her number. Even after hours, she talked with me and answered all questions. Traci, another member of the administrative team met with my brother in person and I (on face-time) and took us for a tour. They talked us through every step to make this transition as seamless as possible.
Once my mom arrived she was greeted by many caring staff members that are able to work through her stubborn moods brought on by her Alzheimer’s and encourage the happy and lively person she is naturally. The live music twice a day has absolutely been a highlight for her since she loves singing and dancing. The past few weeks I personally have visited the facility and can attest to the individual care the staff provides all of the residents.
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In a pinch we had to move my mom from an assisted living to a full-time memory care facility. Luckily after requesting personal reccomendations on social media, I was directed to Aravilla. The executi
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In a pinch we had to move my mom from an assisted living to a full-time memory care facility. Luckily after requesting personal reccomendations on social media, I was directed to Aravilla. The executive director, Dawn, also reached put on my post and gave me her number. Even after hours, she talked with me and answered all questions. Traci, another member of the administrative team met with my brother in person and I (on face-time) and took us for a tour. They talked us through every step to make this transition as seamless as possible.
Once my mom arrived she was greeted by many caring staff members that are able to work through her stubborn moods brought on by her Alzheimer’s and encourage the happy and lively person she is naturally. The live music twice a day has absolutely been a highlight for her since she loves singing and dancing. The past few weeks I personally have visited the facility and can attest to the individual care the staff provides all of the residents.
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9797 Bay Pines Blvd, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33708
We chose The Pointe for my mother, and she moved in last Tuesday. It’s a beautiful place; I just hate not being able to go see her ’cause she’s on quarantine for 14 days. I’ve delivered things to her,
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We chose The Pointe for my mother, and she moved in last Tuesday. It’s a beautiful place; I just hate not being able to go see her ’cause she’s on quarantine for 14 days. I’ve delivered things to her, but I’ve not been able to go to her room, and I won’t be able to till next week. They’ve been very helpful. She’ll be able to go out into the garden area later. The director showed me a picture of the window that she has a view out of, and it’s a bay window. It’s very clean, they’ve just repainted and redecorated it, and it’s very nice. The parking area is right in front, very, very accessible, very nice, and very easy to get into. They’re very close to us.
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We chose The Pointe for my mother, and she moved in last Tuesday. It’s a beautiful place; I just hate not being able to go see her ’cause she’s on quarantine for 14 days. I’ve delivered things to her,
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We chose The Pointe for my mother, and she moved in last Tuesday. It’s a beautiful place; I just hate not being able to go see her ’cause she’s on quarantine for 14 days. I’ve delivered things to her, but I’ve not been able to go to her room, and I won’t be able to till next week. They’ve been very helpful. She’ll be able to go out into the garden area later. The director showed me a picture of the window that she has a view out of, and it’s a bay window. It’s very clean, they’ve just repainted and redecorated it, and it’s very nice. The parking area is right in front, very, very accessible, very nice, and very easy to get into. They’re very close to us.
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7179 40th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL, 33709
We’re going to be moving my wife to Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge on Wednesday. It’s a very nice place. They said that they will be working with dementia. I thought that they really are doing something
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We’re going to be moving my wife to Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge on Wednesday. It’s a very nice place. They said that they will be working with dementia. I thought that they really are doing something with the people that they have there with dementia. They explained what they do, and they seemed to have a nice memory care program. Not that I really wanted to go that far away from where I am right now, but they talked me into it because of the program that they have.
They had a variety of rooms. They were either for two people or just one person. They had toiletry and everything in each of the rooms. They had the bedding and everything for each of the rooms. I guess they were in good condition. They had a view outside.
I know they have a big program because I saw all of them at the dining room tables. They were doing something together, probably bingo or some other game like that where they can all be together rather than just one or two. I’d say that it was one o’clock in the afternoon.
The buildings and things like that aren’t the greatest that you’d die to get in. They weren’t in very good condition. I didn’t have enough communication with the staff. I only talked to one person, who escorted me around to show what facilities they had. They had a big dining room that they were playing bingo in. It was also their eating room. They had a couple of gardens that they could go to outside. They were allowed to have pets.
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We’re going to be moving my wife to Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge on Wednesday. It’s a very nice place. They said that they will be working with dementia. I thought that they really are doing something
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We’re going to be moving my wife to Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge on Wednesday. It’s a very nice place. They said that they will be working with dementia. I thought that they really are doing something with the people that they have there with dementia. They explained what they do, and they seemed to have a nice memory care program. Not that I really wanted to go that far away from where I am right now, but they talked me into it because of the program that they have.
They had a variety of rooms. They were either for two people or just one person. They had toiletry and everything in each of the rooms. They had the bedding and everything for each of the rooms. I guess they were in good condition. They had a view outside.
I know they have a big program because I saw all of them at the dining room tables. They were doing something together, probably bingo or some other game like that where they can all be together rather than just one or two. I’d say that it was one o’clock in the afternoon.
The buildings and things like that aren’t the greatest that you’d die to get in. They weren’t in very good condition. I didn’t have enough communication with the staff. I only talked to one person, who escorted me around to show what facilities they had. They had a big dining room that they were playing bingo in. It was also their eating room. They had a couple of gardens that they could go to outside. They were allowed to have pets.
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1145 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Clearwater, FL, 33756
If you are looking for a relative or friend for memory care, look no further. I had to find a place for my mom with memory care. I went many places. I was not happy with any of them. I went on tour
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If you are looking for a relative or friend for memory care, look no further. I had to find a place for my mom with memory care. I went many places. I was not happy with any of them. I went on tour and immediately knew I had found a home for my mom. The rooms are very very nice and roomy. very clean. my mom has been there 3 months and is very happy and content. My 2 sisters came to town to see our mom on mothers Day. The staff was right there for anything we needed or for our mothers care. I can name the staff by names but everyone of them are special and are hands on at all times. They really do welcome you like family. The activities are scheduled all through out the day so there is really no time for the residents to feel lonely or bored. I feel so relieved for our family that we found the right place for my mom. Thank you to the staff and seasons belleair for a job well done.
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If you are looking for a relative or friend for memory care, look no further. I had to find a place for my mom with memory care. I went many places. I was not happy with any of them. I went on tour
… (read more)
If you are looking for a relative or friend for memory care, look no further. I had to find a place for my mom with memory care. I went many places. I was not happy with any of them. I went on tour and immediately knew I had found a home for my mom. The rooms are very very nice and roomy. very clean. my mom has been there 3 months and is very happy and content. My 2 sisters came to town to see our mom on mothers Day. The staff was right there for anything we needed or for our mothers care. I can name the staff by names but everyone of them are special and are hands on at all times. They really do welcome you like family. The activities are scheduled all through out the day so there is really no time for the residents to feel lonely or bored. I feel so relieved for our family that we found the right place for my mom. Thank you to the staff and seasons belleair for a job well done.
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2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater, FL, 33763
Located near the beaches, The Preserve at Clearwater is situated on lush acreage surrounded by a Pinellas County nature preserve. The facility offers several apartment options for assisted living and
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Located near the beaches, The Preserve at Clearwater is situated on lush acreage surrounded by a Pinellas County nature preserve. The facility offers several apartment options for assisted living and memory care residents. The welfare of all residents is the facility’s priority and it offers significant amenities to make their lives comfortable. Residents appreciate the housekeeping and laundry service, concierge services, delicious meals, pool room and wellness center. Residents and their visitors enjoy the swimming pool and sitting on the dock of the property’s pond. Special amenities include on-site rehab services and transportation to doctor appointments.
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Located near the beaches, The Preserve at Clearwater is situated on lush acreage surrounded by a Pinellas County nature preserve. The facility offers several apartment options for assisted living and
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Located near the beaches, The Preserve at Clearwater is situated on lush acreage surrounded by a Pinellas County nature preserve. The facility offers several apartment options for assisted living and memory care residents. The welfare of all residents is the facility’s priority and it offers significant amenities to make their lives comfortable. Residents appreciate the housekeeping and laundry service, concierge services, delicious meals, pool room and wellness center. Residents and their visitors enjoy the swimming pool and sitting on the dock of the property’s pond. Special amenities include on-site rehab services and transportation to doctor appointments.
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COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in Largo
Since most COVID-19 rules for Memory Care Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Memory Care in Florida. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Memory Care in Largo
The Bureau of Health Facility Regulation, a department within the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, is responsible for regulating, monitoring and licensing memory care communities within the state. It grants licenses to applicants who satisfy all the requirements relating to health and safety, staff training, insurance and fire safety. The Bureau also certifies facilities that accept Medicaid and Medicare.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Largo
- Largo’s residents have easy access to 3 hospitals in the city, in addition to the many more medical facilities in the Tampa Bay Area. Largo Medical Center is a 455-bed teaching hospital specializing in many areas of medicine, including heart disease, knee replacement, stroke care and transplants. Bardmoor Emergency Center has an excellent reputation for providing immediate care, with those who need overnight stays referred to Morton Plant Hospital in nearby Clearwater. Largo can also boast of having many more Medicare-registered physicians than normal for the country.
- Largo’s health cost index of 101.4 is above the state and national averages, although not by a significant number. When comparing the overall cost of living in the city, the index is 96, which is notably below the state and national indices of 102.8 and 100, respectively. This suggests that for many in Florida, Largo is a more affordable place to live.
- With temperatures averaging a pleasantly cool 53 degrees in January and a comfortably warm 93 degrees in July, Largo earns its reputation for having a senior-friendly climate. The city also gets an additional 41 sunny days compared to the U.S. average of 205 and no snow. Rainfall is higher than normal, at 51 inches annually, which can cause humid heat, but it also freshens the environment and contributes to the city’s above-average air quality.
- Crime rates in Largo are generally similar to the state and national averages. The chances of being a victim of a violent crime are 1 in 248 compared to Florida’s average of 1 in 258. For property crime, the figures are 1 in 46 for Largo and 1 in 56 for the state. Seniors and families concerned about the crime rates may want to know that memory care communities typically include comprehensive security systems as standard.
- Neighborly is a nonprofit organization located in Clearwater that provides a transportation service for adults aged 60+ attending medical appointments within a 10-mile radius of their homes. It’s a door-to-door service and all vehicles are suitable for wheelchair users.
Paying for Memory Care in Largo
Largo’s memory care facility fees are usually between 20-30% more than the assisted living communities they’re within. This is due to several factors, including greater staff-to-resident ratios. The following figures come from using assisted living costs published in the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey and adding 25%. Consequently, Largo’s median fees are below the state average of $5,000 by $812 per month, rising to $1,437 when compared to the nation’s.
The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
With the exception of Lakeland, where costs average $4,125, Largo is the most affordable city for memory care within a 2-hour journey of its limits. Orlando’s costs are the same as the state average and seniors in North Port pay approximately $5,181 per month.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Adult day centers offer the most affordable type of senior care in Largo at $2,123, followed by assisted living at $3,350. Homemaker service companies typically charge $4,767, while a home health aide will likely add another $95 per month to the fee. Nursing homes are the most expensive option, with fees averaging $8,927 for semiprivate rooms and $9,885 for private ones.
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
Note: Data for Largo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tampa, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Largo
In Largo, 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, 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 Largo
Seniors residing in Largo’s memory care facilities can benefit from many of the resources provided by nonprofits operating in the city. This list also includes organizations that support the families of those affected by dementia.
The Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association supports adults during every stage of cognitive decline and the family members dealing with the emotional and financial fallout. It manages several face-to-face and virtual support groups for seniors with Alzheimer's and other groups for those who care for them. The chapter also educates seniors about their condition and helps them plan for living with Alzheimer's.
The Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. assists seniors in Largo diagnosed with dementia. Being the Aging and Disability Resource Center for Largo enables it to combine support from two or more agencies to develop long-term care plans for seniors facing cognitive decline. Its scope can include helping to find the best memory care facility for the senior's budget and getting advice from legal experts on dealing with an estate. The agency can also provide respite care while families await their loved one's placement in a memory care community.
The Florida Long-Term Ombudsman Program can assist seniors in memory care communities whose facilities aren't fulfilling their obligations to their residents. Anyone can anonymously register their concern about care to the ombudsman, including third parties. An ombudsman will investigate the complaint and pursue a resolution with the facility through negotiation.
The Byrd Alzheimer's Center and Research Institute in Tampa regularly invites seniors with memory loss to participate in clinical trials, which can range from as little as 24 weeks to over 4 years. Trials do vary, with some involving observation of the participant while they undertake various tasks that challenge their cognitive abilities and others that may include the use of devices or ingestion of oral treatments designed to mitigate the effects of memory loss.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Largo
Largo 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.