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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alachua County, FL
If your loved one needs memory care in Alachua County, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Alachua County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Alachua County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Alachua County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Alachua County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lincoln Estates.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gainesville, High Springs and Williston.
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9.9
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61 reviews
Some things are disappointing and others are great. Immediately we discovered that the length of time for the meals was shorter than their brochures and even shorter than what was posted in the hall. Hmmm....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Windsor of Gainesville is an assisted living community located in Gainesville, Florida. We are committed to providing residents with the care and support they need, including memory care. Gainesville is a vibrant city with much to offer to both residents and guests.At The Windsor of...
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8.6
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37 reviews
The entire staff was friendly, helpful, answered questions and helped to make my sister comfortable. My sister seems to have adjusted well to the facility thanks to everyone’s efforts. They do not hesitate...
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.
Full Days, Full HeartsLife is lived to the fullest here. In fact, each day brings a brand new list of activities that add to life’s richness in some way, with dementia-friendly activities chosen for our memory care residents. Each day also brings time spent with a community of seniors who are...
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8.2
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11 reviews
Harbor Chase had space available at the time we needed it. If asked, staff at HC is very nice and caring. It's clean and for us it's in a convenient location. I would recommend to others and it really helps...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Experience senior living at its finest at The Gables of Gainesville — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Gainesville, Florida. Our charming community provides residents with a stress-free and peaceful environment where they can age in place. Enjoy the fresh air while...
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8.0
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8 reviews
From our very first communication with [name removed] we impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and warmth. We have found that extends to executive staff, clinical staff, activities, maintenance and...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hunters Crossing Place - Memory Care is an exceptional Alzheimer's and dementia care community in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida but is so much more than just another college town. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America as well...
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6.7
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18 reviews
I would tell a friend: 1. I really like the residents as they all look out for each other. (2 of them told the nurse about my brother's toe but the nurse did nothing - she kept saying I'll call the doctor)...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hunters Crossing Place - Assisted Living provides exceptional assisted living services in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America and one of the 'best places to live and play.' Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville is more than a college...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
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The grounds are poorly maintained and it’s kitchen is bad. Overall it shows its age but is still quite nice.. Gainesville is a college town poorly policed, and it lacks many of big box shopping like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Alachua County, FL
The average cost of senior living in Alachua County is $4,363 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Ridge, FL with an average of $3,849 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Alachua County
Recent reviews for memory care in Alachua County
Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Memory Care in Gainesville, FL
5.0
The staff and everything about our experience here has been great. My mom is doing very well - even experiencing the declines that she is having, overall her physical health has improved and she is in really good spirits. I would definitely recommend Hunter Crossing Place to others who are ...
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The Gables of Gainesville
4.5
Could not be more pleased with the care my mom is getting at Harbor Chase.
She transferred from another facility and had no problem settling in.
The staff is very warm, attentive, friendly and caring.
At this crazy time of restrictions and anxiety for all, Harbor Chase has gone a step above ...
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Charter Senior Living of Gainesville
3.5
Charter Senior Living of Gainesville is conveniently located. The Director is responsive, as is her current MD. The previously assigned MD was not. Programming could improve. We do like the renovated facilities
Alachua County review score based on 43 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 8 Alachua County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alachua 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
Alachua County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Alachua 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 43 reviews of 8 Alachua County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alachua 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.Alachua County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.5
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Alachua County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alachua County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alachua 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 Alachua 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 Alachua 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
62.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Alachua 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 Alachua 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
62.5%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
50%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alachua 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 Alachua 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
50%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Alachua 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 Alachua County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alachua 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 Alachua County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Windsor of Gainesville, Charter Senior Living of Gainesville and The Gables of Gainesville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Alachua County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Alachua County, Florida. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Alachua County, Florida is The Windsor of Gainesville. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Alachua 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 Alachua 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 Alachua 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 Alachua County, Florida ranges from $850 to $8995. The average Memory Care cost in Alachua County, Florida is $4,363. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Alachua County, Florida typically starts at $850. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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