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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Tampa, FL

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The average monthly cost of memory care in Tampa, Florida, is $5,653, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. Based on our ranking methodology, the top-rated memory communities in Tampa are The Meridian at Brandon, Renaissance of North Tampa and Atrium Gardens Assisted Living.

Tampa is a lively coastal city that offers a friendly place for seniors with memory loss. The city’s beautiful weather and excellent hospitals give families peace of mind, along with daily activities that bring happiness, connection, and meaning. Communities here are designed especially for people with dementia, offering kind, everyday support. Many places also have bilingual staff to warmly welcome seniors from different backgrounds.

Using our local proprietary data, we created this helpful guide that includes detailed information about memory care in Tampa, FL, reviews from real residents, average senior care costs in the area, and resources tailored to seniors and their families in this city.

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Everyone have shown compassion and caring while taking care of our mother. The one bedroom apartment has plenty of room for her and guests. The facility is well kept, clean and maintained.
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.
Selection of luxury suites with custom options. Your choice of studio, one, and two bedroom apartments. The exclusive Enclave featuring a Personalized Concierge service, Keyless entry, Private entrances, French Doors exiting to a private patio, as well as limited reserved parking space. Each...
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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.
At The Bridges, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care and a truly exceptional lifestyle for our residents. Our 5 star Google reviews speak for themselves - we go above and beyond to ensure our residents feel at home and truly enjoy their golden years. From our extensive amenities to...
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We were there for a week and a half before he got sick again, but the CNA's were very helpful. The administrator there, she was great. They helped get my father what he needed in the short time he was there....
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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 a small Assisted Living Facility located on 4 Beautiful acres with Home Style Living and Serene Lakefront views,Our caring staff members have over 15 years experience in senior care
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Of all the places I toured they were on a par with some of the best but at a considerably more affordable price. Although they didn't have the fancy layout they were gentle and provided very good care for...
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.
The luxury amenities for residents of Stone Ledge Manor are unparalleled. Living at Stone Ledge Manor means that not only will you have access to our highly rated facilities, but you’ll be a part of an active and engaging retirement community.At Stone Ledge Manor, residents are able to maintain...
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Excellent care with love and compassion was given to my aunt. The owner is personally involved in resident care, she has the highest standards and insists that each resident receives the best possible care....
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.
Patrick Manor is an assisted living community located in St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida. St. Petersburg is a beautiful city with many fun attractions and beaches nearby for relaxing days on white beaches in blue beautiful water. St. Petersburg has all the night life of the city and...
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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.
Welcome to Belleair Country House, a gracious retirement home devoted to your care and comfort. We offer a continuum of care from independent living to assisted living, respite stays, and hospice. Our location is 2298 Belleair Road, 1/2 mile west of US19, in Clearwater. We are close to Dunedin,...
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Magnolia Gardens is a great place - it's been really nice. The staff is great and do a great job. Like everybody else, they're short-handed. But the people they have there do everything. Whether it's...
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.
Built in 2003 and tucked away on 6 acres, Magnolia Gardens is the only assisted living in Pinellas County that is owned and operated by the Pinellas County Housing Authority. What that means to our resident's and family members is that we stay true to our mission which is, As a leader and...
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What we like the most about the community is that the community itself is very nice and we don't have any complaints in that regard. Yes, I would recommend Azalea Manor to other families based on the...
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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.
Azalea Manor is a 20 bed senior care facility. It is located within the Historic Old Northeast area of St Petersburg, Florida. Located nearby are churches, retail stores, health care facilities, and other local amenities. They're located just 1.02 miles from St Anthony's Hospital. There are...
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Magnolia was wonderful!The only thing that my mother ever complained about was that there weren't a whole bunch of activities. But it's such a small facility that it's hard to get people to do things. The...
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 believe that when a resident walks in our door, he/she becomes a part of our family. We pledge to love and care for each resident as a mother, a father, an aunt, an uncle, a grandmother, or a grandfather. We extend this personal touch to all of our residents and will do all that we can to...
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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.
Sunstar Village Assisted Living – Heartfelt Care in Pinellas ParkSunstar Village is a warm and welcoming assisted living community located in vibrant Pinellas Park, just minutes from Tampa Bay and the Gulf Coast. With sunny weather, peaceful surroundings, and easy access to shopping, healthcare,...
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It's wonderful! I would recommend it for anybody with mental illness or who has had substance abuse in the past. They have freedom to come and go, they have group therapy and private therapy. The trolley and...
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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.
CentralCentral is an assisted living community located in St. Petersburg, FL. The city of St. Petersburg is in Pinellas County and home to about 250,000 people. It’s a fun city between Tampa and the Gulf of Mexico. The weather is ideal here because of the beaches and gulf breezes. With our...
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5/5 and their favorite thing of all is the location because the City of Dunedin allows golf carts. My parents kept their golf cart and drive it around locally. My stepdad actually took my mother to the ER at...
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.
If you’ve been searching for a Life Plan Community with everything you’d want for retirement in one location, we invite you to explore Mease Life – a Dunedin cornerstone care provider offering a full continuum of care services. From our spacious apartment homes with private balconies to an...
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My mom spent almost 2 months bedridden after contracting a highly contagious form of scabies. The antibiotics caused her to get c diff. She became weak and was no longer able to transfer on her own causing...
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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.
On behalf of our Trinity Place family, thank you for considering our assisted living facility. Our community is dedicated to encouraging independence, all while providing the assistance that is needed, within a loving atmosphere of a bed-and-breakfast style setting. Our mission is to ensure each...
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I did enjoy her being at Walton Place. I trusted their care, they were very responsive about her health, plan of care and changes in her health were taken seriously as they called the hospital in a timely...
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.
Welcome home to Walton Place Assisted Living Community, "Your Home Away From Home!" At Walton Place, we are in the business of senior care and truly caring for people. We recognize several levels of care, and each individual is assessed to make sure all of their needs are met.Our staff is...
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Great place for an affordable price! Caring management, helping residents not just in day-by-day living, but with all their life issues. If you want to be a person and not a number in a corporation owned...
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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.
Baytree Lakeside is located on two and a half acres of lush landscaped grounds with a tranquil nature walk leading to a serene lake. Our one-story building has wide hallways leading to comfortable studios. Peace of mind,good food,great friends and a variety of events to suit every interest are...
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I have lived here since 2017, and it has been nothing but love...[name removed] the facility director is very dear to my heart.
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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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According to my cousin, who is a resident at Magnolia Manor, the facility is clean and the food is good. She says there is always some turnover in staff and that they are sometimes understaffed. I am in New...
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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.
Magnolia Manor, located in Clearwater, FL, is nestled away in the perfect location for a comfortable, tranquil atmosphere. Considering that Clearwater is tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, it should come as no surprise that residents within the assisted living community often enjoy...
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This facility is amazing!I just placed my loved one in their care...I was sceptical. It's an older building, a very low income facility, and they specialize in mental health. My brother has very little...
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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.
Windsor House of Clearwater is offering assisted living services to residents living in a smaller residential care setting. The home offers a lower staff to resident ratio than the larger assisted living communities. Each resident is offered a tailored care plan, striving to meet each...
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You have freedom to go and come as you please. You have to check-in each day by 10:00 if not they come and check on you. I think it's great you can ride to and from dinner. I would go back there if I find...
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.
Enjoy active senior living at Westminster Shores, commanding nearly a mile of shoreline along Tampa Bay in St. Petersburg’s Bahama Shores neighborhood. Kayak, fish, or just soak in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Here, you’re a short drive from the fine arts and culture of St. Petersburg,...
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After moving into the Volante of St. Petersburg my aunt asked why we didn't move her in sooner. She has made a several good friends at the community and she loves all the activities. In particular, my aunt...
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.
Welcome to La Orilla of St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg, Florida. We're glad you're here! We are currently in the process of renovating and rejuvenating our new state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Memory Care Community. We are excited to show you all the wonderful features and amenities we will...
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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.
Angel Care Assisted Living residents enjoy home-like suites . Our community is distinctly finished and decorated to be both soothing and easy to navigate for the elderly, without compromising on the homey feel we’re famous for. Feeling a sense of purpose each day is essential to quality living...
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My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with Suncoast Retreat. They didn't require any kind of fees or deposits for our loved one to move in. Suncoast was willing to work with my pay schedule to...
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.
Suncoast Retreat is a single story, 58 bed facility with an ECC (Extended Congregate Care) license as well as a LMH (Limited Mental Health) license. Both of these additions to the standard license mean more staff training and greater flexibility as to the variety of resident needs that can be...
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They are friendly and helpful. Sometimes it's difficult to find staff but I know they may be attending to other residents. Compared with other facilities I would recommend them. I hope they could implement...
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.
Step into a garden oasis alive with orchids, butterflies, and moss-draped live oaks at Westminster Suncoast senior living in St. Petersburg. Our active lifestyle offers a wide range of opportunities for living well in charming, maintenance-free villas with patios and spacious lawns. Delve into...
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I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful Rosecastle has been for my mom. She has a loving and nurturing environment, and has wonderful care from the staff. She loves the staff and I enjoy watching her...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Rosecastle of Zephyrhills! We are delighted to have the opportunity to offer such a lovely home to the residents of Hillsborough and Pasco County. Located just minutes away from several hospitals, Florida Medical Clinic, and numerous shopping and entertainment...
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The worst has been meals on the weekends, specifically breakfast--if they get one. Cooks consistently don't show up, calling for a late breakfast that might not consist of much. It's been a great place for...
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.
Imagine a place that is familiar and comforting — just like home. If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, our community in St. Petersburg, Florida, might be the right fit for you. With both Assisted Living and memory care on one campus, Have your morning coffee on the patio or...
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Our methodology

How we rank order the Tampa community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Tampa community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

  • Proximity to your search location
  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

Where we source our information

14,000+ communities

We collect proprietary data from our network of 14,000+ senior living communities in the U.S., with regular refreshes of data and information

350,000+ reviews

We have 387,000+ reviews from senior living residents and family members that provide first-hand accounts about senior living communities

Read our full methodology

How much does memory care cost in Tampa, FL?

In Tampa, the average monthly cost of memory care is $5,653, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] Pricing for dementia care varies based on a family’s unique situation. This average is based on starting base rent and may not include fees for care services, certain amenities, and any other extras.

Memory care in Tampa is less expensive than Florida’s state average of $5,704, and the national average of $6,999. Overall, Tampa’s overall cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.[02] However, Florida doesn’t tax individual income, which can help older adults stretch their retirement budget.

As you research different senior living options, you’ll notice that prices depend on the level of daily help your loved one needs. Independent living in Tampa is usually the most affordable option at about $3,596 per month, followed by assisted living in Tampa at about $4,433 per month.

Read more: Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 5 Key Differences

Please note that the costs displayed in the following bar charts are based on starting base rent and may not include fees for care services, certain amenities, and any other extras.

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

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

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

Semi-Private
$4,422/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
$7,593/mo

Senior living costs in Tampa 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: Tampa, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTampa, FLFloridaU.S.
Memory Care$5,653/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,433/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,596/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Tampa, FL:$5,653/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Tampa, FL:$4,433/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Tampa, FL:$3,596/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Tampa, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Tampa 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 Tampa, FL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Tampa 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Tampa, FL$5,263/mo$4,937/mo+6.6%
Florida$5,568/mo$5,379/mo+3.5%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Tampa, FL
2024 average cost:$5,263/mo
2023 average cost:$4,937/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
Florida
2024 average cost:$5,568/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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How to pay for memory care in Tampa

Planning for long-term care expenses is a common concern for families. Many people successfully fund their loved one’s memory care by combining several different payment methods.

Private pay options

Most families use private, out-of-pocket funds to cover monthly memory care rent. This usually includes a mix of:

VA benefits

If your relative is a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides valuable financial assistance programs. These benefits can significantly offset the costs of long-term care.

Helpful VA Memory Care Benefits and Programs include the Veterans Pension, Survivors Pension, and the Aid and Attendance benefit. Your family might also be eligible for VA health benefits or VA disability compensation.

Applying for VA benefits can be complicated, so it’s a great idea to talk to a benefits counselor before you start. Their expert guidance can help you fill out the paperwork correctly the first time. This can save your family from frustrating delays, claim denials, or unexpected penalty periods down the road.

Resources for veterans in Tampa

To support Tampa’s more than 21,000 veterans,[03] local resources are available to help families understand and apply for VA benefits:

Medicaid

Medicaid is a joint federal and state initiative designed to help individuals with limited income afford health care. In Florida the Medicaid program is officially known as Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC).

Several programs are available to help Florida seniors

  • SSI-Related Medicaid, the state’s regular Medicaid plan for elderly and disabled residents.[04]
  • SMMC-LTC, a Medicaid waiver program for home and community-based long-term care services.[05]

When looking into how Medicaid covers memory care, it is vital to know the program’s boundaries. While it won’t pay for room and board, it can be used for the following care services:

Eligibility for both programs depends on your income and assets, as well as your need for health care support. SSI-Related Medicaid is an entitlement program, so any senior who qualifies will receive services. SMMC-LTC is not an entitlement program, which means enrollment can be limited and applicants may be placed on a waiting list.

Medicaid resources in Tampa, Florida

To apply for Florida Medicaid, elderly residents in Tampa can:

  • Complete an online application at the ACCESS Florida website
  • Visit a local Family Resource Center  or a Community Partner within the Florida Department of  Children and Families network
  • Complete a paper or telephone application by calling the MyACCESS customer call center at 850-300-4323

Tampa residents can get help with Medicaid information and applications through the following resources:

Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program primarily for older adults.[06] A frequent misconception is that Medicare will pay for long-term senior living. While Medicare doesn’t pay for memory care rent or long-term custodial care, it can help cover medically necessary services prescribed by your doctor, including medications, medical appointments, and approved durable medical equipment.

Medicare resources in Tampa

For unbiased guidance on Medicare benefits, Tampa families can contact Florida’s Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE) program:

What families are saying about memory care in Tampa

Recent reviews for memory care in Tampa

Weinberg Village in Tampa, FL

5.0
Our mother has lived at Weinberg Village for about 10 months. She began in Assisted Living, and the past three months has been in the Memory Care Unit. The care she has received has been amazing! The daily attention given to her is wonderful! Starting with [name removed] tours, meeting with ...
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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.

Lighthouse Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and passionate staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff in various communities, such as The Estate At Hyde Park, Inspired Living at Tampa, and Atrium Gardens Assisted Living, who go above and beyond to provide excellent care and create a welcoming environment for residents and their ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities like The Estate At Hyde Park, Inspired Living at Tampa, and Best Care Senior Living at Brandon offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests, including social events, musical performances, and outings to local attractions, keeping them physically and mentall ...
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Spacious and well-lit living areas. Reviews for communities such as The Estate At Hyde Park, Atrium Gardens Assisted Living, and Best Care Senior Living at Brandon praise the bright and roomy common areas, allowing ample opportunities for residents to socialize and enjoy their surroundings.
Highly responsive and communicative staff. Families appreciate the open lines of communication with community staff at Inspired Living at Tampa, The Estate At Hyde Park, and Renaissance of North Tampa, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in their loved one's care.
Delicious and customized meals. Communities like Inspired Living at Tampa, The Estate At Hyde Park, and Best Care Senior Living at Brandon prioritize quality meals and cater to residents' dietary needs and preferences, enhancing their dining experience.
Comfortable and homelike bedrooms. Residents at The Estate At Hyde Park, Atrium Gardens Assisted Living, and Best Care Senior Living at Brandon appreciate the cozy and inviting private rooms, providing a sense of familiarity and peace.
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Tampa review score based on 2,089 family reviews

8.2
Review score363 facilities2089 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2089 reviews of 363 Tampa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tampa 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

Tampa review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Tampa, FL363 facilities
8.2
St. Petersburg, FL358 facilities
8.2
Wesley Chapel, FL341 facilities

Review subcategories for Tampa 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 2,089 reviews of 363 Tampa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Tampa 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.
Tampa, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.6
Meals & dining
3.2
3.3
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

What is memory care like in Tampa?

When looking for memory care in Tampa, you’ll find many wonderful options focused on keeping your loved one safe, comfortable, and engaged. In Florida, memory care is considered a specialized type of assisted living. Assisted living facilities that provide memory care services must obtain a memory care services license and meet certain requirements.[07]

Facilities that offer multiple levels of care

The most common arrangement in Tampa is a dual community offering both assisted living and memory care. These larger campuses feel like welcoming apartment communities, offering wonderful perks like beautiful dining rooms, game rooms, and fitness centers. This setup is a great choice if your loved one wants to stay in one place long-term, or if you are looking for a community that can support parents with different care needs. Your family member can enjoy a familiar, comfortable home while receiving around-the-clock help as their memory needs change.

Stand-alone memory care

We also partner with several communities in Tampa that focus entirely on dementia care. These facilities are usually much smaller than traditional assisted living campuses, creating a calm, cozy environment that keeps residents from feeling overwhelmed. The intimate setting makes it easier for your loved one to learn their way around and build close, trusting friendships with their caregivers.

Safety, security, and specialized support

Tampa memory care communities are built from the ground up to keep your family member safe while helping them hold onto their independence. The buildings often feature simple, circular hallways and easy-to-read signs to keep residents from getting frustrated or lost. You will also find comforting, nostalgic decor that feels like home. For your peace of mind, secure entrances and gentle monitoring systems ensure that your loved one stays safely on the property.

Engaging environments for cognitive health

Maintaining a familiar routine is vital for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease. To help your loved one stay engaged, Tampa communities offer thoughtful daily activities like music therapy, crafting, and gentle exercise. Employees in these communities receive specialized training to provide redirection and empathetic support. In Florida, staff interacting with memory care residents are required by the state to complete at least four hours of specific dementia training upon hire, followed by a minimum of two hours of continuing education annually.[08]

Tampa memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tampa memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tampa, 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 Tampa 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 Tampa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Tampa, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.9%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
49%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.1%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.1%
69.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Tampa 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 Tampa Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tampa, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.2%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
26.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tampa 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 Tampa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tampa, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
49.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.4%
22.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Tampa 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 Tampa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tampa, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Tampa 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 Tampa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tampa, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.6%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.6%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.3%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.2%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Unfamiliar with Tampa? Highlights for seniors

Between its beautiful bay views, warm weather, and excellent medical care, Tampa is a wonderfully supportive city for older adults. With nearly 14% of the population being residents 65 years or older, Tampa has become increasingly well-equipped to support seniors and their caregivers.[03] Your family will find trusted hospitals and easily accessible attractions that make spending quality time together safe and stress-free.

Top hospitals for seniors in Tampa

Tampa has highly rated health care networks that specialize in treating older adults.

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Tampa General Hospital offers older adults access to advanced emergency care, specialized cardiac and orthopedic services, and coordinated support for managing complex medical conditions.

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Moffitt Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer diagnosis and treatment tailored to the needs of older adults, including programs that address age-related risks and treatment tolerance.

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AdventHealth Well 65+ Tampa specializes in geriatric care for seniors, with extra-long doctor visits, special care for conditions such as Alzheimer’s, and a support team that helps with everything from transportation to home meal delivery.

Transportation for seniors in Tampa

While Tampa experiences heavy traffic during rush hours, getting to medical appointments is highly manageable. Almost all our partner memory care facilities in Tampa provide transportation services, either complimentary or for a small fee.

For visiting family members, the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) operates wheelchair-accessible bus routes. Additionally, The Sunshine Line offers door-to-door transportation specifically for Tampa’s elderly and disabled residents.

Things to do in Tampa for seniors and their families

Staying active helps maintain emotional well-being for those with dementia. When families want to enjoy a day out, Tampa offers several sensory-friendly, accessible options:

Nature and wildlife

  • Ben T. Davis Beach: This beautiful spot provides ample parking right by the water, making it a highly accessible destination to enjoy the ocean breeze without a long walk.
  • Lettuce Lake Regional Park: This peaceful 240-acre park along the Hillsborough River features a wheelchair-friendly boardwalk winding through cypress swamps, offering a serene setting to spot birds, turtles, and native wildlife.
  • Circle B Bar Reserve: The Tampa Audubon Society hosts birding expeditions at locations like this reserve, which features paved, wheelchair-friendly paths.

Culture and history

  • The Florida Aquarium: A serene destination showcasing incredible marine life with wide, easy-to-navigate viewing corridors.
  • Tampa Museum of Art: Located along the Hillsborough River in downtown Tampa, this fully wheelchair-accessible museum features both ancient and contemporary art collections, with wheelchairs available on-site and an autism-friendly designation from the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities.
  • Henry B. Plant Museum: Housed in a stunning Moorish Revival landmark on the University of Tampa campus, this wheelchair-accessible museum transports visitors to the opulence of the Gilded Age through original furnishings and artifacts.
  • Ybor City Historic District: Famous for its Spanish and Cuban architecture and deep historical roots, this area offers a nostalgic and visually engaging outing for families.

Memory care laws and regulations in Florida

Memory care communities are generally regulated by state governments. This means that rules and operation requirements vary by state and by the type of care a community provides. Learning about how memory care is regulated can help you in making the right care decisions.

Read more: Memory care regulations in Florida

Why do licensure and inspection reports matter to families?

State regulations, and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing, offer important information about safety and quality of care in senior living communities.

Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in inspection reports and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. Economic Research Institute. (2026, March 26). Cost of living data in Tampa, Florida, United States.

  3. U.S. Census Bureau. (2024, July 1). QuickFacts, Tampa city, Florida.

  4. Florida Department of Children and Families. (2025, July). SSI-Related Medicaid program fact sheet.

  5. Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Assistive care services.

  6. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. (n.d.). Parts of Medicare. Medicare.gov.

  7. The Florida Senate. (2026, March 17). CS/CS/SB 1404: Memory Care.

  8. National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Florida Dementia Training Requirements.

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A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

2.

Economic Research Institute. (2026, March 26). Cost of living data in Tampa, Florida, United States.

3.

U.S. Census Bureau. (2024, July 1). QuickFacts, Tampa city, Florida.

4.

Florida Department of Children and Families. (2025, July). SSI-Related Medicaid program fact sheet.

5.

Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Assistive care services.

6.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. (n.d.). Parts of Medicare. Medicare.gov.

7.

The Florida Senate. (2026, March 17). CS/CS/SB 1404: Memory Care.

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National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Florida Dementia Training Requirements.