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Memory care in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton is about $4,459 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 49 communities, read 1248 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Our mother moved to MRALF eight months ago and is thriving in this environment. The staff is caring, supportive and she is treated with respect! Mom loves the food, has made friends and we are so pleased...
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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They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly facility.
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.
DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community is all about Living the Life and what better place to do just that than in the quaint, metropolitan city of Sarasota, Florida. DeSoto Palm's mediterranean style compliments the tropical living of Sarasota and is located just 10 miles from the beautiful white...
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I am extremely happy here. I have a wonderful room with a great view. The food has been phenomenal and I don't have any complaints.
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.
Woodlands Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on fourteen acres of sprawling, landscaped grounds, you'll love our stunning, shady park and comfortable facilities. With numerous beaches, shops, golf courses and museums nearby, residents always...
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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
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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.
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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
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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, 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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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.
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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What we like the most about the community is the kindness and compassion the staff have towards the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
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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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
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.

Cost of memory care in South Bradenton, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Bradenton is $4,459 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Pasadena, FL with an average of $4,218 per month.

Memory care costs in South Bradenton, FL, vs. nearby cities

South Bradenton, FL
$4,459/mo
$4,420/mo
$4,357/mo

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

South Bradenton, FL
$4,459/mo
$4,528/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,459/mo

Memory care costs in South Bradenton, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,692/mo
Studio
$4,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,806/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,737/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,331/mo

Senior living costs in South Bradenton 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: South Bradenton, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Bradenton, FLFloridaU.S.
Memory Care$4,459/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,297/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,246/mo$4,197/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
South Bradenton, FL:$4,459/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
South Bradenton, FL:$4,297/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
South Bradenton, FL:$4,246/mo
Florida:$4,197/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in South Bradenton, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in South Bradenton 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.

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Memory care cost trends in South Bradenton, FL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in South Bradenton 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Bradenton, FL$5,116/mo$4,951/mo+3.3%
Florida$5,296/mo$5,038/mo+5.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
South Bradenton, FL
2024 average cost:$5,116/mo
2023 average cost:$4,951/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
Florida
2024 average cost:$5,296/mo
2023 average cost:$5,038/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in South Bradenton

Recent reviews for memory care in South Bradenton

Windsor Reflections Memory Care in Lakewood Ranch, FL

5.0
My husband been a resident for 16 months. He is treated with care and respect. If I have a concern, its addressed in a timely manner. Staff members in all departments take a personal interest.

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.

Élan Manatee Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bradenton, FL

5.0
Mom has experienced both sides of Elan, She was accepted into the assisted living portion of the facility at first and as her disease has progressed she was moved into the full time memory care. All the staff have been wonderful, professional, and caring. The facilities are clean and bright and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Morningside House of Sarasota, several residents and family members have developed genuine friendships with the community's caregivers, such as [name removed].
Variety of activities accommodating different interests. Activities are another significant feature mentioned in many reviews, as they keep residents engaged and active. At Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, residents enjoy a diverse range of offerings, including men's group activities, weekly man cave Monday excursions, and group games like bingo.
Consistent communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication with both residents and their families is crucial for peace of mind. At Inspired Living at Hidden Lakes, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually, to discuss care needs and update eve ...
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Thoughtfully planned meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, the staff pays close attention to dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable for all.
Secure and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment. For example, at Windsor Reflections Memory Care, the facility's security features, such as battery-controlled locks on resident rooms, provide peace of mind for families.
Personalized care for individual needs. Caregivers at various communities cater to the unique needs of their residents, ensuring proper care and attention. At Brookdale Bradenton Gardens, for instance, staff members make adjustments to accommodate the challenging behaviors sometimes exhibited by dementia patients, providing compassi ...
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South Bradenton review score based on 361 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 361 reviews of 43 South Bradenton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Bradenton 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

South Bradenton review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
South Bradenton, FL43 facilities
8.3
Bradenton, FL42 facilities
8.2
Palmetto, FL35 facilities

Review subcategories for South Bradenton 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 361 reviews of 43 South Bradenton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Bradenton 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.
South Bradenton, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.3
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
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South Bradenton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Bradenton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Bradenton, 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 South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Bradenton, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.5%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.8%
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
65.1%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.8%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.8%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Bradenton, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.9%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Bradenton, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Bradenton, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
48.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Bradenton, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
48.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in South Bradenton

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 South Bradenton protect seniors.
Learn about Florida memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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