12 Memory Care Facilities near Oxford, FL
There are 12 Memory Care Facilities in the Oxford area, with 2 in Oxford and 10 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Oxford is $3,100 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,120. Cheaper nearby regions include Belleview with an average starting cost of $2,725.
To help you with your search, browse the 29 reviews below for memory care facilities in Oxford. On average, consumers rate memory care in Oxford 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Oxford, FL
The Willows
Mission Oaks
Freedom Pointe at The Villages
Sumter Senior Living
Serenades at The Villages
HarborChase of Villages Crossing
Generations Senior Living at Lake Miona
Highpoint at Stonecrest
Lady Lake
Watercrest Spanish Springs
HarborChase of Wildwood
Inspiritas of Wildwood
What to Consider About Memory Care in Oxford
Oxford is located 2 miles west of The Villages, and 78 percent of the population is age 65 and older. As nearly 12 percent of Florida's senior population has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, accommodation for people with the disease is an important consideration in the area. There are 10 memory care facilities offering care to people with dementia in Oxford and nearby communities.
In Florida, facilities that offer specialized care to people with dementia must have specially trained staff and higher staff numbers. They are monitored and licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration.
- The Oxford area is home to world-class medical facilities, such as Promise Hospital of Florida at The Villages, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. Specialist brain health and dementia care can be found at The Villages Health.
- The Villages area, including Oxford, has warm weather throughout the year. In July, the high temperature averages 91 degrees, and the January low is around 45. The area gets no snow, but there is around 50 inches of rain each year. There's 238 sunny days in Oxford each year, which may allow some residents of memory care facilities to spend supervised time outdoors, enjoying the sunshine.
- Florida has no state income tax, so seniors in Oxford keep more of their income whether it's from a pension, retirement fund or Social Security. This can help families devote more money to their loved one's memory care budget.
- The crime rate in The Villages area, including Oxford, is just six crimes per 1,000 residents. This is lower than nearly 98 percent of Florida's other towns and cities. The violent crime rate is 0.72, less than a quarter of the state average, and the property crime rates is 5.3 compared to the Florida average of 25.12. This may ease the concerns of families worried about the safety of their loved ones.
Paying for Memory Care in Oxford
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Florida
Memory Care costs in Oxford start around $3,100 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,294 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Oxford 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 Oxford
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 Oxford
Oxford 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 Oxford, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.
Directory of Winners in the Oxford Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Oxford
Oxford-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.
Other Options in Oxford, FL
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Oxford
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Review of The Willows
The Willows' price was right, and the place was immaculate. For me, the location was perfect because it's about three miles away. The staff was nice. My daughter went to their office and asked for ... Read more
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Review of Mission Oaks
There is a place called Mission Oaks that was very nice. I was very impressed with this facility. Their activities sounded good. They had a lovely outdoor area for their memory care people. They di... Read more
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