The city of Saint Petersburg in the Tampa Bay area of Florida is home to around 258,201 people, approximately 19.3% of whom are aged 65 and older and are at risk of various forms of dementia. That includes Alzheimer’s disease, America’s seventh-most-common cause of death. Fatalities from Alzheimer’s increased by 71.13% in the Tampa Bay area between 2014 and 2018 according to CDC data. By comparison, deaths from all causes over the same period increased by only 10.55%, illustrating why the increasing prevalence of dementia has become a concern. A 2020 study projects that the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s could more than double by the year 2050 to a total of 12.7 million people.

Memory care is a crucial resource for seniors in St. Petersburg dealing with this reality. Facilities offer around-the-clock support in safe environments by staff specifically trained to provide individualized care for clients with cognitive impairment. They also have therapists who employ the latest methods for slowing the advance of dementia. This guide offers an overview of the pros and cons of living in St. Petersburg, summarizes the costs of memory care and alternatives, and lists useful resources for seniors and their families.

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Saint Petersburg, FL

Wentworth Central Avenue

Wentworth Central Avenue was full at the time of my visit, but the person there gave me an overview. It was a memory care and I was impressed about how he said that they focus on the cognitive part of … (read more)
Wentworth Central Avenue was full at the time of my visit, but the person there gave me an overview. It was a memory care and I was impressed about how he said that they focus on the cognitive part of … (read more)

The Pointe

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, … (read more)
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, … (read more)

The Goldton at St. Petersburg

The Goldton At St. Petersburg is only six miles from my home so that allows me to get to mom in case of an emergency and to visit her very easily and conveniently once she moves in there. So, proximit … (read more)
The Goldton At St. Petersburg is only six miles from my home so that allows me to get to mom in case of an emergency and to visit her very easily and conveniently once she moves in there. So, proximit … (read more)

2013, 2014, 2015

Arbor Oaks at Tyrone

Looking for a place for your parent(s)? Read this first. Two years ago my husband and I worked very hard researching and visiting places in Pinellas County for my mother and father who could no longer … (read more)
Looking for a place for your parent(s)? Read this first. Two years ago my husband and I worked very hard researching and visiting places in Pinellas County for my mother and father who could no longer … (read more)
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2013, 2014, 2015


Aventura Health Group

My mother is in Aventura Bay Place. It is a great place. Everything is secure. The staff is great and responsive. It was a smooth experience getting in and out. The rooms are good. They are cleaned re … (read more)
My mother is in Aventura Bay Place. It is a great place. Everything is secure. The staff is great and responsive. It was a smooth experience getting in and out. The rooms are good. They are cleaned re … (read more)


2016, 2018, 2023

La Orilla of St Petersburg

My mom moved here. They allow smoking. They go above and beyond in taking care of their staff. The people on their team have a very hard job, especially with memory care. They have a beautiful view of … (read more)
My mom moved here. They allow smoking. They go above and beyond in taking care of their staff. The people on their team have a very hard job, especially with memory care. They have a beautiful view of … (read more)
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2016, 2018, 2023

2016

Bay Wood Senior Living

Bay Wood Senior Living was a very nice and very clean facility. I checked the memory care and it’s got that homey feeling to it. The staff that I met were very friendly. I was very impressed. There wa … (read more)
Bay Wood Senior Living was a very nice and very clean facility. I checked the memory care and it’s got that homey feeling to it. The staff that I met were very friendly. I was very impressed. There wa … (read more)

Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge

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 … (read more)
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 … (read more)

2015

Noble Senior Living at St. Petersburg

The staff at Noble Senior Living at St. Petersburg was wonderful and seemed to be very caring. The tour that I got was very comprehensive and very thorough, but the facility smelled terrible and the l … (read more)
The staff at Noble Senior Living at St. Petersburg was wonderful and seemed to be very caring. The tour that I got was very comprehensive and very thorough, but the facility smelled terrible and the l … (read more)

American House St. Petersburg

When I visited American House St. Petersburg, I was very pleased with the walk through. The place was very clean. The staff was friendly and even the residents were also friendly. I liked the fact tha … (read more)
When I visited American House St. Petersburg, I was very pleased with the walk through. The place was very clean. The staff was friendly and even the residents were also friendly. I liked the fact tha … (read more)

Bayside Terrace

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 … (read more)
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 … (read more)

Country Inn

Country Inn is an assisted living facility located in Pinellas Park, Florida, near US Route 19 and within four miles of the St. Petersburg General Hospital. Residents are especially impressed by the l … (read more)
Country Inn is an assisted living facility located in Pinellas Park, Florida, near US Route 19 and within four miles of the St. Petersburg General Hospital. Residents are especially impressed by the l … (read more)

COVID-19 Rules for Memory Care in Saint Petersburg

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 Saint Petersburg

Memory care facilities in Florida are generally regulated, licensed and monitored as Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) by the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation, which sets specific disclosure, staffing and training requirements for dementia care. The Bureau conducts inspections prior to issuing a license and biennial inspections for license renewal. It carries out quarterly or biannual monitoring as each license requires.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Saint Petersburg

  • St. Petersburg has a robust healthcare infrastructure for a city its size, offering 16 hospitals or specialized healthcare facilities predominantly in the HCA and BayCare insurance networks. Many of these facilities are highly rated, such as St. Anthony’s Hospital, known for advanced medical technologies and extensive senior health services, and HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital, noted for specialties such as physical therapy and rehabilitation, infusion therapy, and minimally invasive surgery.
  • The health cost index in St. Petersburg is 98.5, which is below the national average of 100, while the ratio of physicians to patients is slightly better than the U.S. average at 273 per 100,000. The city’s water quality index is slightly below the national average of 55, coming in at 50. On the other hand, the city’s air quality is substantially better at 68, exceeding the U.S. average by ten points.  
  • Crime rates in the city are higher than the national average, particularly with regard to property crime, where published data indexes St. Petersburg at 71.5 out of 100, more than double the U.S. average of 35.4. It’s worth noting that the city’s averages are somewhat skewed by the statistics in a cluster of downtown neighborhoods and that seniors in memory care are less likely to encounter crime thanks to their well-staffed, secured and monitored facilities.
  • Saint Petersburg’s climate is sunny, virtually snow-free and extremely comfortable in the spring and winter months. It can get hot, muggy and humid in the summer, but seniors in memory care facilities with air conditioning, environmental controls and the dedicated attention of in-house staff can continue to expect reasonable comfort.
  • The overall cost of living is under both the Florida national averages at 98.6. All in all, St. Petersburg is one of Florida’s more affordable communities, particularly for housing and transportation. 
  • St. Petersburg offers a range of convenient transportation options for seniors. The PSTA Access program provides special busing services for people with disabilities, while Neighborly Transportation offers no-cost EZRide transportation for medical appointments and group outings. 

Paying for Memory Care in Saint Petersburg

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

The average monthly fee in St. Petersburg is $4,188, well under the state median of $5,000 and even further below the average U.S. rate of $5,625.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care in St. Petersburg is among the most affordable in Florida, bested only by Gainseville’s monthly average of $2,938 and Lakeland’s monthly average of $4,125. Average costs in most nearby cities are higher, such as Homosassa Springs, where monthly costs average $5,313. Monthly memory care expenses are even higher in The Villages at $6,510, the highest rate in the state.

$4188

Saint Petersburg

$5000

Florida

$5625

The United States

$2938

Gainesville

$4125

Lakeland

$5313

Homosassa Springs

$6510

The Villages

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Adult day health care is the least expensive option for seniors in St. Petersburg, with average fees of $2,123. Assisted living is next at $3,350, considerably below the $4,767 required for in-home care and the $4,862 required for home health care. A semiprivate room in a nursing home facility is considerably more expensive at $8,927 monthly.

$4767

In-Home Care

$4862

Home Health Care

$2123

Adult Day Health Care

$3350

Assisted Living Facility

$4188

Memory Care

$8927

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

* Note: Data for St. Petersburg was unavailable, so data for the Tampa Bay Area was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Saint Petersburg

In Saint Petersburg, 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 in Florida

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 Saint Petersburg

Seniors in St. Petersburg have access to a wide range of free resources to help and support them and their families. Listed below a few services that can be useful to residents in memory care communities or their loved ones. These resources offer advice and assistance on long-term care options and on resolving issues with care providers.

Resource

Contact

Service

(727) 588-6912

Florida's Long-Term Care Ombudsman is dedicated to advocacy for the highest possible standards of long-term care in the state's facilities. If a memory care community isn't living up to its commitments for quality of care, the Ombudsman receives complaints, investigates them and works with the providers to resolve them. The West Coast District Office of the Ombudsman serves Pinellas County and the people of St. Petersburg. 

(727) 578-2558

The Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association serves 16 counties in western Florida, supporting local educational initiatives and facilitating in-person and online support groups. The chapter's overall mission is to supplement the national Association's aid programs and to help individuals and families to prepare for a future lived with Alzheimer's. 

(727) 217-8111 

Providing a wide range of services for seniors with a combination of federal and state support, the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas is a private nonprofit that, among its many offerings, provides caregiver resources and access to a wide range of education, support and guidance services for seniors and their loved ones who are facing an Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg 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.

Laws and Regulations for Memory Care in Florida