Port Orange has a large senior community that makes up about a quarter of its 65,000 residents, fostering a welcoming environment for those considering residential dementia care in east-central Florida. Despite the city’s large senior community, information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a small increase in Alzheimer’s-related deaths in recent years. Between 2016 and 2020, the total number of deaths in the Port Orange region climbed by about 17%, but the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths increased by less than 4%.
To meet the needs of seniors with dementia, Port Orange has several high-quality memory care facilities. These residential facilities offer a supportive environment with daily meals, individualized care plans and evidence-based recreational and therapeutic activities. Residents live in comfortable private and semi private apartments and have access to secured indoor and outdoor common areas, promoting their independence while reducing the risk of wandering.
This guide provides more information on Port Orange, including some of the benefits and drawbacks of choosing memory care in this city. It also gives an overview of long-term care costs in the region.