11 Memory Care Facilities in Miami-Dade County, FL
The average cost of memory care in Miami-Dade County is $2,860 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,800.
To help you with your search, browse the 2 reviews below for memory care facilities in Miami-Dade County. On average, consumers rate memory care in Miami-Dade County 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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The Plaza at Parksquare
Professional Home Care III, Inc
Amor De Jesus II Corp.
Amor De Jesus Corp
The Palace Renaissance
Sterling Aventura
The Palace Gardens
Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon
Sunny Hills ALF of Homestead
The Pointe of North Gables
LiveWell at Courtyard Plaza
What to Consider About Memory Care in Miami Dade County
Miami-Dade County covers a large swath of the southern tip of Florida, including the cities of Miami, Hialeah and Homestead. It's home to more than 2,751,796 people, of which 16 percent are aged 65 years or older. Many in this group are living with Alzheimer's disease or some type of dementia and are in need of residential memory care.
Assisted living facilities offering extended congregate care (ECC) are licensed and regulated by the state to provide care for cognitive impairments. There are 10 ECC-licensed facilities in Miami-Dade County.
- Despite the large population and relentless traffic, Miami-Dade has good air quality, according to the American Lung Association. The county received two B scores, one for ozone pollution and one for particle pollution. Seniors with lung or C/V disease might get some relief by being in an area with clean air.
- Miami-Dade County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care, such as Baptist Hospital of Miami and Coral Gables Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Because Florida does not have an income tax, families will see some extra money in their budgets for their senior relatives in an ECC facility.
- Due to its coastal location, Miami-Dade county averages 59 inches of rain per year, which is far above the U.S. average of 39. There are 248 sunny days per year in Miami, while the nation has only 205. Temperatures are pleasant year-round with summer highs of 90 and winter lows only 30 degrees less at 60. The county has a very high Sperling's Comfort Index of 93, only seven points off the perfect score of 100. Seniors with joint pain might find the climate to their liking.
Paying for Memory Care in Miami Dade County
Average Monthly Costs
Counties in Florida
Memory Care costs in Miami-Dade County start around $2,860 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 Miami-Dade County 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 Miami Dade County
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 Miami Dade County
Miami Dade County 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 Miami Dade County, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.
Directory of Winners in the Miami Dade County Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Miami Dade County
Miami Dade County-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 Miami-Dade County
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Review of Sunny Hills ALF of Homestead
Mother is probably going to the Sunny Hills ALF of Homestead. I already gave them the deposit, and Im trying to get through the Medicaid process. Theyre very good, gave you all the information yo... Read more
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Review of Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon
Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon's staff was very nice. The memory care section looked very nice and clean. The patients seem to be engaged in the game they were doing. The lobby of the place was a... Read more
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