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What do we do to help a parent diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related illness? Many families choose a memory care community for their loved one. These facilities provide specialized care, including a structured environment and regular routines that help people with dementia feel safer and more secure. Here’s some information to help you find a memory care facility in Orlando, FL.
Your advisor works with you and your family to assist you in finding the most appropriate Orlando, FL, memory care community for your family member. Our advisor helps you understand potential sources of paying for memory care, Orlando, FL. The advisor will go with you on guided tours and help you ask the right questions about the details of care your family member will receive. You won’t feel like you’re all alone as you make decisions about the best possible memory care for your loved one.
Your Orlando, FL Senior Living Advisor
Gisel Garcia
Cape Coral, North Fort Myers and Port Charlotte Areas
Finding a “Home away from Home” for our loved ones is not a decision to be made overnight. Navigating the many options out there can be overwhelming for any family. That’s where I come in! I have a network of fully vetted in-home care services and assisted living solutions that share one common characteristic -- excellence in care. My service is at NO COST to you!
What is the Cost of Memory Care in Orlando, FL
The average cost of memory care in Orlando, FL, is $4,335 per month. Memory care communities usually cost 20-30 % more than assisted living facilities. Here are some of the reasons that memory care costs more.
- Staff Training. Memory care staff have additional training to care for people with dementia — the staff helps residents keep their cognitive ability and maintain their quality of life. Employees have specialized training to manage dementia-related behaviors like wandering or aggression. You’ll find a higher staff-to-resident ratio in memory care communities.
- Safety. Memory care facilities provide a higher level of safety and security — to protect the residents from falls, wandering, and aggression. Facilities provide security with locks on entrances and exits and keypad locks and alarms on exit doors. The building’s layout is designed to help prevent residents from becoming lost or confused.
- Quality of Life Enhancements. Special programs help residents stay engaged and connected. The outdoor areas allow residents to feel less restricted and confined. Activities include crafts, coloring, music therapy, plus personal care like haircuts and manicures.
The monthly cost includes most living expenses — room and board, meals, utilities — plus a staff member to help ensure that your loved one eats regularly.
What Should Every Senior Know About Living in Orlando, FL?
Orlando is located in central Florida. Orlando’s claim to fame is that over a dozen theme parks call Orlando home. Over 2.6 million people live in the Orlando metro area — from younger adults with families to retirees who love the climate.
Orlando Weather & Climate
May through October is hot and rainy in Orlando, while November through April brings mild and dry weather. Orlando’s subtropical climate, influenced by its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, ensures generally warm temperatures year-round, making it a favored destination for tourists seeking enjoyable outdoor activities.
Local Hospitals and Notable Medical Care
There are almost 40 hospitals located in the Orlando metropolitan area. A second VA Medical Center opened in 2017, covering over 1.2 million square feet. Key medical institutions include AdventHealth Orlando, Orlando Health, and other specialized centers providing comprehensive healthcare services across the region.
Transportation
An international airport services Orlando, providing convenient access for travelers from around the world. SunRail, a commuter rail system, and extensive bus services connect all of metro Orlando, offering residents and visitors reliable transportation options throughout the area.
Arts, Culture, and Recreation
In addition to the various theme parks, Orlando is home to art galleries, musical concerts, heritage festivals, and cultural venues such as the Orlando Museum of Art, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, and the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, offering a rich cultural experience for residents and visitors alike.
Additional Senior Living Care Advisors near Orlando, FL
Rese Garson
Serving Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne, Cape Canaveral, Port Orange & surrounding areas
As the owner of Assisted Living Locators in Daytona Beach and Space Coast, Florida I'm committed to providing a tailored, no-cost senior placement service to my community. With over 20 years in guest services and a decade in healthcare, coupled with a Master’s in Health Administration, I've developed a deep understanding of individual needs and challenges. I place immense value on the relationships I forge and am dedicated to earning trust through empathy and active listening.
Rese Garson
Serving Ft. Pierce, Indian River, Vero Beach, Fellsmere, Sebastian, Grant, Malabar, Palm Bay, Melbourne, West Melbourne, Indian Harbour Beach, Indiatlantic, Satellite Beach, and Palm Shores.
As the owner of Assisted Living Locators in Palm Bay-Melbourne, Florida I'm committed to providing a tailored, no-cost senior placement service to my community. With over 20 years in guest services and a decade in healthcare, coupled with a Master’s in Health Administration, I've developed a deep understanding of individual needs and challenges. I place immense value on the relationships I forge and am dedicated to earning trust through empathy and active listening. Now, as a part of the Assisted Living Locators team, I'm eager to leverage my skills to aid seniors and their families in making vital life decisions. I'm thrilled to offer my distinctive expertise and unwavering commitment to the seniors and their families throughout Brevard County.
Tee Sharma
North Tampa which includes Wesley Chapel, New Tampa, Lutz, Land O'Lakes, Carrollwood, Town and Country, Citrus Park, Temple Terrace, Brandon and many others.
As the owner of Assisted Living Locators North Tampa, I provide a no cost, senior placement and referral service to my local community that offers the best care options, information, and resources available. Previously, I had a successful 30-year career in the financial industry. I have always had a passion for helping others and problem solving. Now as a Senior Care Advisor, I provide a vital layer of support and guidance for seniors and families to find the right care solution.
How Do I Pay for Memory Care in Orlando, FL?
Many families utilize several sources of funds to pay for an Orlando, FL memory care facility for their family members. A memory care community is the best and safest facility for a loved one who has dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease with dementia, dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB), frontotemporal dementia, vascular dementia, and rarer forms of memory loss.
Your Orlando, FL memory care advisor will help you understand and explore the various sources of funding to pay for your loved one’s care.
Veteran's Benefits
Suppose your relative served in the military during a time of war, including World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Persian Gulf. In that case, they might be eligible for Aid and Attendance benefits. This program is part of the Improved Pension Program from the Veterans Administration. A veteran or spouse who needs help with bathing, dressing, taking their medication, or meal preparation may qualify. Mental incapacitation is also a qualifying condition. The veteran does not have to have a service-related disability.
Long-Term Care Insurance
If your parents purchased a long-term care (LTC) insurance policy, the policy includes care in a memory care facility for dementia-related care.
Home Equity
A loved one’s largest asset might be their home. When your loved one needs the level of care that a memory care community provides, selling their home might be the best option. Your loved one probably won’t be able to return to their home — an empty home still requires maintenance, insurance, and there are property taxes to pay. Homeowners over 65 receive a generous tax break on the sale of their home. Single homeowners qualify for $250,000 of capital gains as tax-exempt; couples qualify for $500,000 of capital gains to be tax-exempt. The remaining spouse might live in a small apartment near the memory care facility or live with a family member. Another way to use a parent’s home equity is with a reverse mortgage or home equity line of credit (HELOC).
Medicare
While Medicare won’t pay for room and board in a memory care facility, Medicare continues to pay for medical care for your loved one — including hospitalizations. Medicare Part D coverage pays for prescription drugs, just as they have before your loved one developed dementia. Medicare covers the cost of hospice care for a dementia resident. Low-income seniors who qualify for Medicaid can enroll in a Medicare Special Needs Plan (SNPs), administered through a Medicare Advantage plan.
Medicaid
Florida’s Optional State Supplementation program (OSS) provides cash payments to qualified low-income Florida residents to help pay for the room and board portion of memory care when they can no longer live alone.
Care assessment tool
Access our free senior care assessment tool, which can help you evaluate the specific needs and requirements of you or your loved one. By answering a series of questions, you’ll receive personalised recommendations and insights to aid in the decision-making process.
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When you see several of these signs, they are a good indication that your loved one would be in a safer and better situation in a memory care facility.
- Declining overall health. When you see weight loss, little or no food in the refrigerator, poor personal hygiene, bruises and other evidence of falls, or stacks of unopened mail, it’s time to consider a memory care community.
- Caregiver stress. As your loved one’s condition deteriorates, stress levels increase for the caregiver. Caring for someone with dementia is a 24/7 job. Eventually, you won’t be able to take care of yourself and your family because caring for your loved one requires your undivided attention.
- No social interaction. If your loved one becomes withdrawn and no longer interacts with their friends or family, consider a memory care community. Memory care facilities have a higher ratio of employees to residents — helping ensure that your loved one receives lots of care and attention.
Your Orlando senior living advisor will arrange tours of the memory care facilities that interest you. Many communities offer virtual tours.
Some costs may be deductible — your loved one must be classified as “chronically ill.” Residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia fall into this category. A physician or nurse must have a written plan of care for your loved one. Adult children may be able to deduct some or most of the associated costs for their parent’s care in some circumstances. In general, you have to contribute more than half of their support, and the expenses must be more than 7.5% of your adjusted gross income. Be sure to consult with your tax advisor as you consider Orlando, FL, memory care facilities.
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