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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sumter County, FL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Sumter County, A Place for Mom can help. With 326 memory care facilities in Sumter 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 Sumter County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sumter County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sumter County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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My brother lives here .The staff truly do care about their residents here . They get daily care at top rate. I recommend this facility to any loved one looking for a place to live. The facility is very...
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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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Harbor House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to assisted living care in the...
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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.
Harbor House is an assisted living community located in Dunnellon, FL, the heart of horse country. Nestled in a virtual jungle of tropical trees, Harbor House is a great place to sit outside and just absorb the majesty of the nature. Nearby parks and nature preserves truly make Harbor House an...
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Wife has been there for a few years. Staff are great. Keeps her busy. She seem to like it. And has her favorite staff she visits.. daily
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Haven House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living and memory care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to Alzheimer’s care and...
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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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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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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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The community is lovely and a small community. The staff communicates very well and really accommodates my loved one. I know my loved one is safe. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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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.
Harmony House is an assisted living community that is specially designed to offer excellent memory care services to individuals in Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Staff are on service 24 hours a day. The small town feel of Ocala is a perfect backdrop for the individualized memory care and elder...
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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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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I love my home. Everyone is willing to go above and beyond to help me. The food is great and I enjoy the activities. All of the other residents look out for each other. It's one big family. I would highly...
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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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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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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I am the daughter of the new resident. I moved my Mother from Chicago to Crystal River just 9 days ago. She had a stroke 2 months ago. The staff and individual care is unbelievable. The concept is more...
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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.
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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.
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
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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.
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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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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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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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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.
Faith Loving Care is an assisted living community located in the town of Spring Hill, FL. The town of Spring Hill is in Hernando County and home to about 99,000 residents. Our residents are able to enjoy year round warm weather and convenient beach access if they want to venture out. The location...
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Cost of memory care in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $4,074 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dade City, FL with an average of $3,914 per month.

Memory care costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Sumter County, FL
$4,074/mo
$4,271/mo
$4,217/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$4,074/mo
$4,276/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,074/mo

Memory care costs in Sumter County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,432/mo
Studio
$4,421/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,540/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,457/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,841/mo

Senior living costs in Sumter County 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: Sumter County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumter County, FLFloridaU.S.
Memory Care$4,074/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,855/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$3,781/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Sumter County, FL:$4,074/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Sumter County, FL:$3,855/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Sumter County, FL:$3,781/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Sumter County, FL, over time

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

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

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sumter County, FL$4,871/mo$4,762/mo+2.3%
Florida$5,296/mo$5,038/mo+5.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Sumter County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,871/mo
2023 average cost:$4,762/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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2024 average cost:$5,296/mo
2023 average cost:$5,038/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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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 Sumter County

Recent reviews for memory care in Sumter County

Madison at Clermont

5.0
I'am doing great here at this community. This is a very nice place. They are caring for me and my needs very well. I do feel safe and comfortable here at this community. The staff is always willing to help. Everyone has been very welcoming and kind. The community looks great. They do a very good ...
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Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Oakmonte Village of Lake Mary Cordova

4.4
The services that are provided here is good. The staff and caregivers are helpful and easy to communicate with. It is a very nice and clean community. The staff are doing their best helping my wife eat her meals. I liked seeing them help the residents and I would recommend them to other if ...
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Sumter County review score based on 1,432 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 1432 reviews of 278 Sumter County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sumter 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

Sumter County review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Sumter County, FL278 facilities
8.2
Bushnell, FL9 facilities
6.5
Webster, FL26 facilities

Review subcategories for Sumter 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 1,432 reviews of 278 Sumter County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sumter 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.
Sumter County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
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3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Sumter County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumter County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter 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
55%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.2%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.2%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sumter 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 Sumter County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.2%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.1%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sumter 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 Sumter 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
33.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.2%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.8%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumter 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 Sumter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.4%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumter 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 Sumter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sumter County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.2%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
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State regulations for memory care in Sumter County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Community, Village Veranda and Freedom Pointe at the Villages, a CCRC are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 326 memory care facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sumter County, Florida are Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs, Grand Villa of New Port Richey and Windsor at Celebration. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 326 memory care facilities near you in Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter County, Florida ranges from $1 to $8995. The average Memory Care cost in Sumter County, Florida is $4,074. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sumter County, Florida typically starts at $1. 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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