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Memory care in Fort Myers Shores 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 Fort Myers Shores is about $4,735 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 157 communities, read 3913 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The staff at this community is fabulous. Mom is thriving the best she can living here. I know she is safe in this locked down community. The community is very clean and feels like home. Mom likes the food...
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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 in Ontario, Oregon, Sunset Estates and Villa specializes in seniors living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our approach is to create a safe environment that can help your loved one maintain a high quality of life in the face of memory loss.
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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.
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I heard a lot of bad reviews about Vick Street Manor. This is my mother's fourth assisted living facility. In the past, communities would make her go to bed at 8, get up at 7, she was expected to sit in...
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.
Vick Street Manor seeks to provide a comfortable assisted living community to those who are in need of memory care in Port Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida. This community looks out for the needs of its residents, and it offers a great location. The city of Port Charlotte has much to offer to...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Naples — where the search for a remarkable all-inclusive senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care...
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This is a stunning community. The staff were nice and friendly. Mom liked living here, however they are not a locked community so she was not able to stay here. ThIs is a big community that offers...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Cove offers Naples’ finest Assisted Living accommodations onsite at The Marbella at Pelican Bay. Under an Extended Congregate Care License, our expert staff provides comprehensive healthcare and services for our valued residents. Our team of professionals is fully committed to the highest...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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My loved one was originally in independent living and it was fantastic. We ate there often and the food was really good. They have a huge menu of choices. We moved mom into assisted living and the staff that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Carlisle Naples is a beautifully designed retirement community, situated on 18 acres of lush, tropical landscaping. Just minutes from the beach, The Carlisle offers easy access to world-famous shopping, restaurants and entertainment in lovely, picturesque Naples. Renowned golf courses, art...
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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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Fort Myers Shores, FL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Myers Shores is $4,735 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Placid, FL with an average of $3,413 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fort Myers Shores, FL vs. nearby cities

Fort Myers Shores, FL
$4,735/mo

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

Fort Myers Shores, FL
$4,735/mo
$4,309/mo
U.S. national average
$4,987/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fort Myers Shores vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,735/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Fort Myers Shores, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,026/mo
Studio
$4,782/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,782/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,829/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,249/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Fort Myers Shores over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Fort Myers Shores

Recent reviews for memory care in Fort Myers Shores

Venice Green Village

4.9
My mother has been at Venice Green Village for over a year. It gives me peace if mind to know my mother is being well cared for. Her health has actually improved now that she's eating better and gets her medication at the proper times.

Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place in Fort Myers, FL

4.4
Barkley Place is a nice place to live. The food is good. At times they run out of things that should not happen. Service is decent most of the time, and at times poor. Management is good to work with, but you need to remind them at times.All and all it is a nice place and very secure.

The Opal at Lakes Park in Fort Myers, FL

4.9
The Opal aut Lakes Park has been a wonderful place for my mother-in law. She is getting excellent care. The staff, especially [name removed] is one of The main reasons we chose Opal. It takes special people to work with the elderly: this team does a great job!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the compassionate and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as at Inspired Living at Bonita Springs, where staff members go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome.
Engaging activities for residents. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at communities, including singing, dancing, gardening, and outings to local attractions, as mentioned at The Gallery at Cape Coral and Inspired Living at Bonita Springs.
Thoughtfully designed facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities, with examples including beautifully maintained gardens at Volante of Fort Myers and updated living areas at Naples Green Village.
Effective communication between staff and families. Families appreciate clear and frequent communication with staff to keep informed about their loved ones' care, as demonstrated at American House Coconut Point, where staff members quickly responded to concerns and addressed issues promptly.
Customized care plans. Individualized care plans are a focus for many communities, ensuring that each resident's unique needs are met, as seen in the responsive care provided at Elite at North Naples and Inspired Living at Bonita Springs.
Homelike atmosphere with a sense of community. Reviews highlight the warm and inviting atmosphere at communities, where residents feel at home and build strong connections with their neighbors, as expressed at Canterfield of Fort Myers and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Ft. Myers.
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Fort Myers Shores review score based on 960 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 960 reviews of 137 Fort Myers Shores memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Myers Shores 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

Fort Myers Shores review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Fort Myers Shores, FL137 facilities
8.3
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Fort Denaud, FL139 facilities

Review subcategories for Fort Myers Shores 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 960 reviews of 137 Fort Myers Shores memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Myers Shores 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Fort Myers Shores memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Myers Shores memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Myers Shores, 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 Fort Myers Shores 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 Fort Myers Shores 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
58.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.6%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.6%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.2%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Myers Shores 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 Fort Myers Shores 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
64.2%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.6%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.4%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Myers Shores 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 Fort Myers Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51.1%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.5%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Myers Shores 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 Fort Myers Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
44.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Myers Shores 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 Fort Myers Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.9%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.2%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.2%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
61.3%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Canterfield of Fort Myers and Gulf Coast Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fort Myers Shores, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 157 memory care facilities near Fort Myers Shores, Florida. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Fort Myers Shores, Florida are Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Canterfield of Fort Myers and The Gallery at North Port. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 157 memory care facilities near you in Fort Myers Shores, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fort Myers Shores, 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 Fort Myers Shores, 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 Fort Myers Shores, Florida ranges from $1500 to $16470. The average Memory Care cost in Fort Myers Shores, Florida is $4,735. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Fort Myers Shores, Florida typically starts at $1500. 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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