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Memory care in Gainesville 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 Gainesville is about $4,398 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 9 communities, read 148 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Glenwood of Gainesville
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44 Floor plans available
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The staff/ administration very helpful. When I needed assistance with a wheelchair, monitoring her snacking, washing a blanket when it was not her scheduled day they were there.
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 Glenwood of Gainesville is a state of the art assisted living and memory care community located in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America by Cities Ranked and Rated as well as one the 'best places to live and play in the United States' by...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Assisted Living
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8.7
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25 reviews
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I would tell a friend: 1. I really like the residents as they all look out for each other. (2 of them told the nurse about my brother's toe but the nurse did nothing - she kept saying I'll call the doctor)...
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.
Hunters Crossing Place - Assisted Living provides exceptional assisted living services in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America and one of the 'best places to live and play.' Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville is more than a college...
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Photo of The Gables of Gainesville
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9.3
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13 reviews
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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.
Experience senior living at its finest at The Gables of Gainesville — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Gainesville, Florida. Our charming community provides residents with a stress-free and peaceful environment where they can age in place. Enjoy the fresh air while...
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8.7
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Some things are disappointing and others are great. Immediately we discovered that the length of time for the meals was shorter than their brochures and even shorter than what was posted in the hall. Hmmm....
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 Windsor of Gainesville is an assisted living community located in Gainesville, Florida. We are committed to providing residents with the care and support they need, including memory care. Gainesville is a vibrant city with much to offer to both residents and guests.At The Windsor of...
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From our very first communication with [name removed] we impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and warmth. We have found that extends to executive staff, clinical staff, activities, maintenance and...
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.
Radiance of Gainesville is an exceptional Alzheimer's and dementia care community in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida but is so much more than just another college town. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America as well as one of...
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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.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
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Cost of memory care in Gainesville, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gainesville is $4,398 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Interlachen, FL with an average of $3,353 per month.

Memory care costs in Gainesville, FL, vs. nearby cities

Gainesville, FL
$4,398/mo
$4,756/mo
$4,509/mo

Memory care costs in Gainesville, FL, vs. state and national averages

Gainesville, FL
$4,398/mo
$5,340/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Memory care costs in Gainesville, FL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,398/mo

Memory care costs in Gainesville, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,211/mo
Studio
$5,889/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,653/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,860/mo

Senior living costs in Gainesville vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gainesville, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGainesville, FLFloridaU.S.
Memory Care$4,398/mo$5,340/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$3,978/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,946/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Gainesville, FL:$4,398/mo
Florida:$5,340/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Gainesville, FL:$3,978/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Gainesville, FL:$3,946/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Gainesville, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Gainesville and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Gainesville, FLFL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Gainesville, FL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gainesville have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gainesville, FL$5,689/mo$6,115/mo-7.0%
Florida$5,262/mo$4,934/mo+6.6%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Gainesville, FL
2024 average cost:$5,689/mo
2023 average cost:$6,115/mo
Percent change:-7.0%
Florida
2024 average cost:$5,262/mo
2023 average cost:$4,934/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,439/mo
2023 average cost:$6,063/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gainesville

Recent reviews for memory care in Gainesville

Radiance of Gainesville

5.0
The staff and everything about our experience here has been great. My mom is doing very well - even experiencing the declines that she is having, overall her physical health has improved and she is in really good spirits. I would definitely recommend Hunter Crossing Place to others who are ...
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The Gables of Gainesville

4.5
Could not be more pleased with the care my mom is getting at Harbor Chase. She transferred from another facility and had no problem settling in. The staff is very warm, attentive, friendly and caring. At this crazy time of restrictions and anxiety for all, Harbor Chase has gone a step above ...
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The Glenwood of Gainesville

3.5
Charter Senior Living of Gainesville is conveniently located. The Director is responsive, as is her current MD. The previously assigned MD was not. Programming could improve. We do like the renovated facilities

Gainesville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gainesville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gainesville, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
83.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
83.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gainesville 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 Gainesville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gainesville, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
66.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gainesville 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 Gainesville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gainesville, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
66.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gainesville 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 Gainesville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gainesville, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
83.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gainesville 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 Gainesville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gainesville, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
83.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
83.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
83.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gainesville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Gainesville protect seniors.
Learn about Florida memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Glenwood of Gainesville, Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Assisted Living and The Gables of Gainesville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gainesville, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 9 memory care facilities near Gainesville, Florida. See the full list.
The 9 memory care facilities near you in Gainesville, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, Florida ranges from $850 to $8995. The average Memory Care cost in Gainesville, Florida is $4,398. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gainesville, Florida typically starts at $850. 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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