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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Desoto Lakes, FL
Memory care in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes is about $4,548 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 90 communities, read 1686 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The care at this community is good. The staff is caring and attentive. The community is clean and offers a good environment for the residents. They offer the residents activities. We would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
We are a family owned facility and opened in 1996. We built the building and I am an accessible on site owner and an LPN. Tour some corporate facilities and then ours. Our continuity, long term staff, culture and consistent improvement in all aspects of what we do has resulted in a product that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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, 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Live in the shade of excellence.81 Oaks Senior Living was created just for you. Our holistic approach to wellness and our personalized approach to assisted living and memory care means you’ll be living a life that reflects your standards, your desires and your schedule. From our Signature...
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.
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.
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Our campus is located in the historic Manatee river district of Bradenton, and our building actually sits on the river front site of one of the first settlers in to this area. Imagine enjoying your daily meals while looking out at the tranquil Manatee River. You can experience far more that...
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.
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, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Cost of memory care in Desoto Lakes, FL
The average cost of senior living in Desoto Lakes is $4,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Pasadena, FL with an average of $4,016 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Desoto Lakes
Recent reviews for memory care in Desoto Lakes
Westminster Point Pleasant in Bradenton, FL
5.0
Westminster Point is the best in the area based on the total value and what you get. You get what you pay for. Room sizes and community layout are excellent. The food is excellent. The services are great.
Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL
5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.
American House Sarasota
4.0
The stairways aren't very attractive, the elevators could get cleaned more frequently. Most of the meals are very good. There are not a lot of activities in house. They have outings two days per week, plus church on Sundays. At American House, they put out a schedule once per month and put it on ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Dedicated and experienced reception staff. Receptionists at various communities, such as Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch and Heron Club at Prestancia, are commended for their ability to handle a wide range of tasks and provide support to residents, families, and staff. They are often the first point of contact and their friendly an ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at communities, including Morningside House of Sarasota, Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, and HarborChase of Sarasota. Activities like gardening, movie nights, and outings to local attractions help keep residents active and enga ...
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Consistent communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the open and transparent communication from staff at several communities, including Morningside House of Sarasota, Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, and Windsor Reflections Memory Care. Regular updates and conversations help keep families informed about their loved ones' ...
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Highly skilled and compassionate caregivers. Reviews consistently praise the level of care provided by skilled and compassionate caregivers at communities like Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, Morningside House of Sarasota, and Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch. Their dedication and commitment to resident care is evident in the posit ...
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Quality and diverse meal options. Residents express their satisfaction with the quality and variety of meal options at several communities, such as Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, Morningside House of Sarasota, and HarborChase of Sarasota. Meals are a highlight of the day for many residents and cater to individual dietary ...
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Safe and secure living spaces. Families and residents feel assured by the safety measures in place at communities like Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, and American House Sarasota. These communities prioritize the safety and well-being of their residents, providing a sense of peace of ...
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Desoto Lakes review score based on 407 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 407 reviews of 75 Desoto Lakes memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Desoto Lakes 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
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Review subcategories for Desoto Lakes 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 407 reviews of 75 Desoto Lakes memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Desoto Lakes 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.Desoto Lakes, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Desoto Lakes memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desoto Lakes memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desoto Lakes, 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 Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
61.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.3%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.7%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.3%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.7%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.7%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.7%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
50.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desoto Lakes, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
44%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Sarasota and The Windsor of Bradenton are the top-rated memory care facilities near Desoto Lakes, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 90 memory care facilities near Desoto Lakes, Florida. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Desoto Lakes, Florida are Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Sarasota and The Windsor of Bradenton. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 90 memory care facilities near you in Desoto Lakes, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Desoto Lakes, 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 Desoto Lakes, 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 Desoto Lakes, Florida ranges from $595 to $10550. The average Memory Care cost in Desoto Lakes, Florida is $4,548. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Desoto Lakes, Florida typically starts at $595. 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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