9 Memory Care Facilities near Windermere, FL
There are 9 Memory Care Facilities in the Windermere area, with 1 in Windermere and 8 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Windermere is $4,700 per month. This is lower than the national median of $4,790. Cheaper nearby regions include Ocoee with an average starting cost of $3,845.
To help you with your search, browse the 11 reviews below for memory care facilities in Windermere. On average, consumers rate memory care in Windermere 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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1 Memory Care Facility in Windermere, FL
The Sheridan at Windermere
8 Memory Care Facilities near Windermere, FL
The Rose Garden of Orlando
Brookdale Ocoee
Serenades at West Orange
Brookdale Dr. Phillips
Inspired Living at Ocoee
Bridgeport Senior Living- Port Phillips
HarborChase of Dr. Phillips
Golden Pond Communities
What to Consider About Memory Care in Windermere
Located south of Orlando, Windermere has a population of about 3,400, and some of these residents are ages 65 and older. Seniors in Windermere living with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders can access 19 memory care facilities in the Orange County area. About 540,000 seniors in Florida live with Alzheimer's disease, and these facilities can deliver the services that this population requires.
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs oversees and licenses all assisted living facilities in the state, and memory care facilities fall into this category. To ensure these facilities offer high-quality care to their residents, the state requires any facility housing residents with Alzheimer's disease to undergo additional training through the University of South Florida's Training Academy on Aging.
- Families budgeting for seniors living in Windermere should consider the city's cost of living, which is high. On a scale where 100 represents the national average, Windermere's cost of living comes in at 143.5. Housing costs are especially high.
- Florida is a tax-friendly state for seniors, who will see some savings every month. Since Florida does not have a state income tax, it also does not tax social security income, which can leave seniors in Windermere with more money in their bank accounts every month.
- Crime is low in Windermere, which can make the city appealing for families of seniors. Its property crime and violent crime rates both rank below the national average.
- Seniors looking to escape cold winter weather will appreciate the moderate year-round temperatures in Windermere. Winter low temperatures reach the upper 40s, and central Florida does not see any snow. During summer months, high temperatures soar above 90 degrees. While Windermere sees more rainfall than the national average, it experiences more sunny days than average as well.
Paying for Memory Care in Windermere
Average Monthly Costs
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Memory Care costs in Windermere start around $4,700 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,869 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Windermere 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 Windermere
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 Windermere
Windermere 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 Windermere, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.
Directory of Winners in the Windermere Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Windermere
Windermere-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 Windermere, FL
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Windermere
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Review of The Sheridan at Windermere
The Sheridan at Windermere is very open, very clean, very spacious, and very welcoming. I was very impressed just when I walked in and even from the outside. It's a nice big clean building. Everybo... Read more
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