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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Leon County, FL
Memory care in Leon County 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 Leon County is about $4,582 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 396 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Tallahassee, Monticello and Harbinwood Estates.
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9.6
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45 reviews
Brookdale Senior Living embodies all the excellent we were looking for in their super clean, well managed facility to the superior professional. courteous staff. Our mother is content and well cared for.
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.
Building Your Best LifeMemory care doesn’t have to mean giving up on having a great quality of life. Instead, it can mean spending days exploring hobbies both old and new, exercising to stay strong mentally and physically, and enjoying life with a luxurious backdrop. That’s what you or your loved...
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9.3
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46 reviews
Mom likes the smaller size of the facility and the friendliness of staff. More personal care. I would recommend Opal to others in a similar situation.
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.
A Great Place to UpgradeIt’s time to upgrade your senior living situation. Retirement should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people, not doing chores and living an isolated life at home. As one of our residents, you’ll have access to a redefined independence. You’ll be living...
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9.0
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101 reviews
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Woodmont is an assisted living community located in sunny Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, it is a wonderful place to enjoy. You or your loved one could spend time with other residents socializing, or visiting with family while enjoying...
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9.0
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22 reviews
The facility is very well planned out and has everything a person needs. Staff for the most part is great with exception of the dining staff. They have too many odd offerings instead of basic meat and...
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.
EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF TALLHASSEE 5 YEARS IN A ROW!Located in Killearn Estates area of Tallahassee surrounded by 6 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and walking paths is Allegro’s independent and assisted living community. We are available with as many or as few services as you need. We...
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9.0
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26 reviews
The facility is very nice with wide hallways and lots of community spaces. The rooms are well equipped with a fridge and microwave. Add in cable TV and a dining hall with enjoyable food and my dad is set. ...
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.
At The Gables of Tallahassee residents and their guests enjoy elegant living rooms, a library, salon, spa, hobby rooms, restaurant-style meals in a well-appointed dining room and the lovely weather on our porches and patios. We offer apartments with a variety of floor plans, the convenience of...
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8.9
Review score
24 reviews
Great place for your loved ones it’s a hard decision to make but makes it easier when a place is nice and professional. It makes your decision better when you trust the place you move your loved ones into
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.
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore in Tallahassee is a community, made up of individual threads, all woven together with purpose and skill. As a skilled artist can tell an entire story by weaving those threads together, ours are people...nurses, caregivers, doctors, therapists, community leaders,...
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8.9
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21 reviews
My experience overall is good at Sodalis. I have made some good friends here. It's a good place to live. I feel safe and secure here. I would recommend this facility to someone looking for...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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8.6
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26 reviews
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 Tallahassee, Florida, Capital Square at Tallahassee 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...
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8.6
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29 reviews
I just want to publicly thank [name removed] , the Executive Director, for all the timely updates she shares with residents' family members, both during challenging times (like pending hurricanes!) and in...
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.
Situated on a historic canopy road of majestic oak trees, St. Augustine Plantation is a warm, friendly, and relaxed senior living community located near Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and CRMC Urgent Care as well as Governor’s Square Mall, Midtown Shopping and...
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8.2
Review score
13 reviews
What has made it such a wonderful experience so far is the staff members and how very responsive they are. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend the Villas at Killearn...
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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5.5
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10 reviews
What we like the most about Canterfield of Tallahassee is the staff and other residents. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
As Tallahassee's first and only elegant retirement living community, Canterfield of Tallahassee invites you to discover a truly exceptional way of life. From the ideal location next to 208 E. Tharpe St., to the continuum of care, Canterfield is an inspiring retirement community that enables you...
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Our loved one has been in and out of Westminster Oaks for rehab and we are not madly in love with this community but they are taking much better care of her than the community she normally stays at. They...
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.
Ideally located on a beautifully wooded campus in Florida's capital city of Tallahassee, Westminster Oaks combines established neighborhoods of detached villas with the comfort and luxury of mid-rise and garden apartment homes. All residences feature the highest quality construction, smart...
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3.0
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15 reviews
Azalea Gardens has been a blessing for my mom and our family. Not knowing what to expect when mom became a resident, my family and my mom have been very happy with Azalea Gardens. The staff has been...
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.
At Azalea Gardens in Tallahassee, you’ll experience southern hospitality on a whole new level. Here, we devote ourselves exclusively to the care of those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Located in the vibrant university town and the state capital of Tallahassee, Florida,...
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5 star
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4 star
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The staff is just wonderful, they work hard to make the family happy and the resident as well. The rooms are wonderful and are everything they need. The food smells good and my mother-in-law says it's...
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.
At Tapestry Walden, it's all about you.We are delighted that you are interested in Tapestry Senior Living Walden. The area’s NEWEST assisted living and memory care community.At Tapestry, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional living. Our beautiful community offers you an array of...
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Cost of memory care in Leon County, FL
The average cost of senior living in Leon County is $4,582 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gretna, FL with an average of $3,855 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Leon County, FL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Leon County, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Leon County vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about memory care in Leon County
Recent reviews for memory care in Leon County
Woodmont Senior Living in Tallahassee, FL
5.0
They were so good to my dad all the way around here at Pacifica Senior Living. We chose this facility because it was centrally located between family and they were very quick with their response time when looking to move him in, we were very satisfied. They made arrangements to move him from his ...
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Tapestry Senior Living Walden in Tallahassee, FL
5.0
This is a gorgeous community with an excellent staff. I'd reccomend it to anyone I know.
Azalea Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tallahassee, FL
5.0
Azalea Gardens has been wonderful for my mother and our family. ALL of the employees show such caring from the heart for the residents. I can walk in unannounced at any time and see the same high level of care, cleanliness and engagement.
I love the smaller setting, and believe the caretaker ...
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Leon County review score based on 110 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 110 reviews of 14 Leon County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Leon County 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 Leon County 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 110 reviews of 14 Leon County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Leon County 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.Leon County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Leon County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Leon County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Leon County, 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 Leon County 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 Leon County 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
92.9%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
92.9%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
57.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
92.9%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Leon County 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 Leon County 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
92.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
78.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
85.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Leon County 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 Leon County 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
57.1%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
85.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
85.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Leon County 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 Leon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
64.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
92.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
64.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Leon County 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 Leon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
92.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
78.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
92.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
92.9%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
92.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
92.9%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
92.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Centre Pointe Boulevard, Sodalis Tallahassee Memory Care and The Opal on Hermitage are the top-rated memory care facilities near Leon County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Leon County, Florida. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Leon County, Florida are Brookdale Centre Pointe Boulevard and The Opal on Hermitage. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Leon County, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Leon County, 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 Leon County, 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 Leon County, Florida ranges from $1737 to $8138. The average Memory Care cost in Leon County, Florida is $4,582. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Leon County, Florida typically starts at $1737. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Leon County
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Monticello, Florida
- Harbinwood Estates, Florida
- Freemont, Florida
- Darsey, Florida
- Jarrett, Florida
- Metcalf, Georgia
- Iamonia, Florida
- Calvary, Georgia
- Rocky Hill, Georgia
- Meridian, Florida
- Lake View Point, Florida
- Wetumpka, Florida
- Drifton, Florida
- Rose, Florida
- Lutterloh, Florida
- Crawfordville, Florida
- Nickleville, Georgia
- Holland, Florida
- Wakulla Beach, Florida
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