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Memory care in Carlson offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Carlson is about $4,350 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 18 communities, read 243 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Highpoint at StoneCrest
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Great place wonderful caring staff. Clean, many activities. Lots of happy other residents Good food choices. Transportation is good access is good activities plentiful caring staff always ready to help
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Sumter Senior Living
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8.8
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After 62 years of being together in marriage the idea of living by myself is difficult. My wife is being taken care of probably not as well as I would like, but she seems to have adjusted. So far so good.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on 466A, between Morse Blvd and Buena Vista Blvd, Sumter Grand offers golf car access and Village Amenities while providing a beautiful, comfortable and maintenance free home to Residents who wish to have access to all The Villages has to offer and that of an all-inclusive resort. Sumter...
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Photo of A Banyan Residence
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8.8
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27 reviews
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My dad passed on [date removed] He was only at Banyan for 10 days before his passing, but The staff were very friendly and helpful. Only one was kind of a dud.....I think she was the accountant but that's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In short, we’re a family-run property that’s here to create a home-like environment for our residents. Our Villages location was custom designed and built in 2021 with the experience of over 25 years in assisted living and memory care. We offer an outdoor living concept where all our residential...
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Photo of The Harrison of Wildwood
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8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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26 reviews
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I liked that it was less than 100 beds - I liked the dining room, the staff - the more we know staff more we like nursing staff, waiters, [name removed] - front desk, [name removed] - good people. Including...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Harrison of Wildwood is nestled near the master-planned community of The Villages in Wildwood, FL. Welcome to your new home for exceptional assisted living and memory care services. We also provide respite care for short-term stays and hold an Extended Congregate Care License, which allows...
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Photo of Pleasant Grove Manor
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8.0
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My loved one as previously a resident at Pleasant Grove Manor and the experience was great for her there. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff and care services were also great. The...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of The Willows
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7.7
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49 reviews
7.7
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I would rate all a 5. Mom is very happy with everything. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. My sister and myself are very happy knowing that mom is in a great place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to The Willows, where your retirement adventure awaits. When you visit our retirement community near The Villages in Oxford, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is...
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Photo of Serenades at The Villages
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44 Floor plans available
7.2
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31 reviews
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31 reviews
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I did a half dozen tours. They seemed to be properly staffed. The rooms seemed clean. There were no bad smells as we walked through the facility. The facility had a "home like" feel...quaint, not sterile....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Serenades at The VillagesSerenades at The Villages by Sonata Senior Living is an award-winning, purpose-built memory care assisted living community conveniently located within The Villages master-planned active adult retirement community. Recognized by Argentum as a Best of the Best Award...
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I recently toured this facility for my father who ended up moving in. I was pleasantly surprised by how clean the facility was as I had also toured several others that weren't so clean. The hallways were...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Positioned in Wildwood, Florida, Inspiritás of Wildwood is devoted to residents with impaired memory, offering a unique holistic program designed to celebrate life with residents, while maintaining their safety and comfort.Our Inspiritás “neighborhood” is secured for resident safety yet still...
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The staff is friendly. However, the room she moved into had a broken fan in the bathroom before she moved in. We were told it would be fixed shortly, but it's been over a year and it still hasn't been fixed....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Highland Place is located in the lovely town of Inverness, Florida. Inverness is in a beautiful wooded area of Florida and is known for its many festivals and celebrations held throughout the year. Highland Place is located on the east end of town just two miles west of Henderson Lake. Highland...
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My family is very pleased and grateful with the place we chose for mom. It is a very clean smelling and new establishment. We do see that they offer the residents a varied menu of activities. They do...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Marion Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the peaceful area of Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Our caring community offers care for residents suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's, while still providing them with the quality lifestyle they deserve. We are surrounded...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Crown Court
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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All the staff were very kind and helped with my mom's move from home to New Horizon. The food is wonderful here. The care is very good, my mother was always clean, and looked good.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
New Horizon Senior Citizen Home is located in Inverness, Florida. This quaint town is filled with lush grass and trees, historic buildings, and a tranquil lake. Inverness has a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, parks, and fishing. This assisted living community will allow...
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We had a really good experience with Mission Oaks - so much better than with a previous facility our loved one was at. It's a clean friendly atmosphere with caring personnel. They're always really friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of memory care in Carlson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $4,350 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,543 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carlson, FL vs. nearby cities

Carlson, FL
$4,350/mo
$4,313/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carlson, FL vs. the state and national average

Carlson, FL
$4,350/mo
$4,393/mo
U.S. national average
$4,857/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carlson vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,350/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Carlson, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,965/mo
Studio
$5,471/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,937/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,616/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Carlson over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Carlson

Recent reviews for memory care in Carlson

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Superior Residences at Cala Hills in Ocala, FL

4.9
My dad has only been at SR for a month now. Each visit we have made has been met with interest, care, and helpfulness from each individual we have dealt with. This is from the housekeeping personnel to the Executive Director. Laverne at the front desk is always helpful with a smile even ...
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Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Carlson review score based on 76 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 76 reviews of 17 Carlson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Carlson review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Carlson, FL17 facilities
7.9
Coleman, FL11 facilities

Review subcategories for Carlson memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 76 reviews of 17 Carlson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Carlson resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Carlson, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.4
Friendliness
4.1
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.4
Meals & dining
3.6
4.1
Activities
3.5
4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Carlson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Carlson memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Carlson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.2%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlson memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Carlson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.8%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.3%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.4%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlson memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
19.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlson memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.1%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
58.8%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.2%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
51.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.8%
46.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Windsor of Ocala, AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge and Highpoint at StoneCrest are the top-rated memory care facilities near Carlson, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 18 memory care facilities near Carlson, Florida. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Carlson, Florida is Vista Lake. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 18 memory care facilities near you in Carlson, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Carlson, Florida, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Carlson, Florida, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Carlson, Florida ranges from $1 to $9445. The average Memory Care cost in Carlson, Florida is $4,350. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Carlson, Florida typically starts at $1. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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