10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Venice, FL
Venice, the City on the Gulf, is known for its beautiful beaches and subtropical climate. Between these aspects and its convenient location between Sarasota and Fort Myers, Venice has become a popular destination for retirees. Seniors and their loved ones enjoy walking along the coastline, fishing off the pier, and visiting the farmer’s market.
If you’re looking for a memory care community for your loved one, Venice has much to offer. A Place for Mom partners with 15 memory care facilities that provide care for seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. These communities are designed to provide a safe and secure environment for seniors with progressing memory loss.
A memory care facility can meet your loved one’s social, health, and safety needs. However, selecting a facility can be a difficult decision. A Place for Mom is here to help. We’ve put together this guide on memory care facilities in the Venice area. As you read, you will also find additional information on potential payment options, Florida memory care regulations, health care facilities in the Venice area, transportation methods, and local activities you can enjoy with your loved one.
Venice Memory Care Facilities | 814 Reviews
The maintenance staff at Tuscan is so helpful. They hung all of my aunts pictures and her tv and even put together some furniture that I was unable to do. The community is very well kept. Great team work.
I would have no problem telling anyone that all of the staff and residents are like family. I can be away 1 or 2 days and know that my Mom is safe and being taken care of. My Mom loves being there.
It was brand new when we checked in, so time will tell how things go moving forward, but during our time there, everything was as I expected. My Aunt was cared for completely! The staff did all they could do...
My grandmother lives here and I enjoy seeing her pictures doing arts and crafts and various activities on their Facebook page. I live in Chicago, so I can't come down much to see her but it is helpful for me...
We loved Maris Pointe for mom. Unfortunately she passed 6 weeks later. My sister and I are volunteering 3 days a week there now. We feel they made Mom so happy that we need to give back. We felt like it...
Our house cleaners do a poor job don't even move trash cans to clean. Housekeeping is MINIMAL. If clients expect apt to be cleaned, laugh. Facility is clean in public places. Staff and residents are...
Caring and attentive staff, they felt like family. Overall it is a really good place. I would recommend Venice Palms Senior Living to others.
5 across the board. It's been great! They really like my Mom and we would certainly recommend A Banyan Residence community to other families.
My wife had a progressive brain disease causing me to look into many Mental Facilities. Most were very depressing. Old people waiting to die. Not Liana. From the moment you walk in you knew this was...
Everything has been very good at the Gallery- my father passed away peacefully in his sleep In Sept. she's in the assisted living apartment that they were originally planned for on their move. Management is...
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The staff paid personal attention to each resident which was very much appreciated. My Dad was a Navy vet and he said before he moved in that he liked just about any food because of his years on board ships....
Deer Creek has been very responsive to my uncle's needs and any requests that we have made. They have really tried hard to protect his dignity and genuinely seem to care about him. I chose Deer Creek...
Everyone was very kind and friendly. They were wonderful with the patients very caring and kind. I had dinner in the dining room with my husband a few times and the menu was varied and well.prepared. When...
All good except food and wait staff shortage. Clients are leaving the facility because of the lack of food quality and inadequate staffing in the dining room.
A Place for Mom helped us connect with Elance now known as The Barclay. My parents have been thrilled with this location. It went very smoothly and we cannot be more grateful for the end result. They have...
Our family and loved one have had a great experience with Elison of Bella Vita. The community is clean. The staff are is friendly, caring, and helpful. Everyone is very welcoming. There are meals and...
Adviniacare is a pleasant community. Get care for the elderly with pleasant caretakers. Excellent activities to participate in. The living accommodations (singe room) are of various size at various rental...
The Pavilion of Downtown Venice has cared for my dad for 7 years. The building is a landmark which offers an “old world” feeling. The staff is caring, patient and experienced. They can deal with any and all...
The chef is awesome. The food is awesome. They are understaffed at times, but as I am told that is true of most places. I would personally drop by and visit weekly if not every few days. My sister and I did...
Heartis is a new and very clean community. My loved ones have been in two other communities in the Sarasota/Venice area, and this is their third—they are quite hard to please. However, they are happy here at...
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- Costs of memory care in the Venice area
- What families are saying about memory care in Venice
- How people pay for memory care in Venice
- Understand Florida laws and regulations for memory care facilities
- What to expect from memory care living in Venice
- Venice memory care services and amenities
- Explore senior care with confidence
- Unfamiliar with Venice? Highlights for seniors
Costs of memory care in the Venice area
The average monthly cost of memory care facilities in Venice, Florida, comes to $4,392, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This figure typically includes room and board as well as associated and add-on service fees. This number is an average total cost so you can get a full understanding of what seniors paid at our partner memory care facilities.
The following figures represent the starting costs of memory care for the immediate Venice area. These numbers do not include any additional fees and just represent the baseline cost.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Venice, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Venice
Recent reviews for memory care in Venice
American House Sarasota
Venice Green Village
Angels Senior Living at Sarasota
Venice review score based on 220 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 220 reviews of 27 Venice memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.Venice review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Venice 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 220 reviews of 27 Venice memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Venice 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.How people pay for memory care in Venice
For many seniors and their families, paying for memory care in Venice often entails a combination of private and public resources. Below, you can find details on a variety of payment methods, including personal funds, VA benefits, Medicaid, and Medicare.
It isn’t uncommon for seniors and their families to use personal funds to cover a portion of memory care costs in Venice. These might include personal savings accounts, pensions, inheritances, Social Security benefits, distributions from retirement accounts, income generated from investments, and any of the following:
Number of veterans who live in Venice
About 57% of Venice veterans are over the age of 75
A range of benefits is available to veterans living in the Venice area that could help offset the costs of living in a memory care facility. Certain eligibility requirements apply to each benefit, so it’s important to review your options. There’s a full list located on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website, but we’ve pulled out some of the most relevant benefits below:
- VA Pension: The VA Pension is a tax-free, needs-based benefit set up to supplement veterans incomes. As a supplement, it can be put toward living expenses, including the costs of a memory care facility. To be eligible, your loved one must have been honorably discharged and meet certain requirements.
- VA Aid & Attendance: Aid & Attendance is a tax-free benefit paid in addition to the VA Pension to wartime veterans who require assistance with daily life activities (i.e., bathing, grooming, eating, etc.). This benefit can often be of great use in offsetting the cost of memory care in Venice.
- VA Disability Compensation: The VA Disability Compensation is another tax-free benefit for veterans who require assistance with daily activities due to a service-connected disability or an existing condition worsened by military service. This benefit can be used toward both housing and health-related expenses, so it could be of value in offsetting the costs of memory care.
Besides the more traditional VA benefits, Florida-based veterans may also be eligible for the Unmet Needs program. The program was established by the Veterans of Foreign Wars to offer assistance to veterans facing financial hardships. It awards up to $1,500 to cover basic life needs.
The VA benefits system can be complicated, so you may have questions. Luckily, veterans services organizations (VSOs) can help. In the Venice area, the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Disabled American Veterans can all connect you with a veterans services officer. So can the Sarasota County Veterans Service Office. A veterans services officer will be able to help you determine eligibility and walk you and your loved one through the claims process.
Resources for Venice veterans
Sarasota County Veterans Services Office
4000 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 139
Venice, FL 34293
Phone: 941-861-3047
Email: veterans@scgov.net
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K
Largo, FL 33778-1630
Phone: 727-518-3202
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Regional VA Benefits Office
9500 Bay Pines Blvd.
Bay Pines, FL 33744
Phone: 800-698-2411
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
American Legion Post 159
1770 E. Venice Ave.
Venice, FL 34292
Phone: 941-488-1157
Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Wednesday 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8118
832 E. Venice Ave.
Venice, FL 34285
Phone: 941-303-6671
Disabled American Veterans Post 101
600 Colonia Lane E
Nokomis, FL 34275
Phone: 941-488-4500
Email: venicegulf101@gmail.com
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Depending on your loved one’s age, income, and personal assets, Medicaid — or Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC), as it’s known in Florida — may help you offset the costs of memory care. The program doesn’t cover room and board, but it does cover care administered by a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or qualified home health aid.
SMMC is administered by the Agency for Health Care Administration. For in-home help, you might qualify for a home and community based services waiver, which can be applied toward a range of care services, including those offered at a memory care facility. For example, the Long-Term Care Waiver can help pay for attendant care, assistive care services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, medication administration and management, and a number of other services.
Just know that the application process can be complex; you may have a few questions about coverage. If you need assistance, the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging offer Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE). This program provides financial counseling to Medicaid recipients. There’s also the Florida Ombudsman Program, which offers long-term care advocacy support.
Venice resident Medicaid resources
Statewide Medicaid Managed Care
Phone: 877-711-3662
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Florida Agency for Health Care Administration
2727 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 850-412-4000
Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE)
4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 270
Tallahassee, FL 32399-7000
Phone: 800-963-5337
Fax: 850-414-2150
Email: information@elderaffairs.org
Florida Ombudsman Program
4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 380
Tallahassee, FL 32399-7000
Phone: 850-414-2323
Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida
2830 Winkler Ave., Suite 112
Fort Myers, FL 33916
Phone: 239-652-6900
Fax: 239-652-6989
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
If your loved one is at least 65 or diagnosed with a specific illness or disability, then they’re eligible for Medicare, a federal health insurance program.
Medicare doesn’t cover custodial care at a memory care facility, such as room and board. However, it can be put toward care-related services for seniors with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Covered services can include inpatient care treatments, physician fees, some medical equipment, and short-term skilled nursing care for up to 100 days.
Depending on individual circumstances, your loved one may also be eligible to join the Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model. VBID offers additional benefits, reduced cost sharing, and more flexible plans to individuals with chronic conditions, such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Beyond that, it may be of benefit to look into one or more of the following Medicare-related programs for additional assistance:
- Florida Medicare Savings Program. If your loved one is eligible, the Florida Medicare Savings Program can help you pay for Medicare premiums and/or copays.
- Florida Discount Drug Card Program. The Florida Discount Drug Card Program offers prescription medication discounts to seniors.
- Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE). SHINE provides free financial Medicare counseling to Medicare beneficiaries.
Seniors and their families can apply for Medicare through the Social Security Administration’s online application. If you have any questions or need any help, a SHINE counselor, a Social Security Administration representative, or your local long-term care ombudsman can assist you.
Venice resident Medicare resources
Venice Social Security Administration Office
1435 E. Venice Ave.
Venice, FL 34292
Phone: 888-676-2944
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m. – noon
Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE)
4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 270
Tallahassee, FL 32399-7000
Phone: 800-963-5337
Fax: 850-414-2150
Email: information@elderaffairs.org
Florida Ombudsman Program
4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 380
Tallahassee, FL 32399-7000
Phone: 850-414-2323
Florida Medicare Savings Program
Phone: 888-419-3456
Florida Discount Drug Card Program
Phone: 866-341-8894
Understand Florida laws and regulations for memory care facilities
Memory care is considered a subset of assisted living in the state of Florida. Therefore, any community offering such a service in Florida must abide by the same regulations and obtain a standard license through the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation. Additional licenses are available for communities that offer limited nursing services (LNS), extended congregate care (ECC), or limited mental health services (LMH).
For instance, communities with an ECC license must train staff members to care for people with dementia. ECC facilities must also provide residents with 24-hour staffing and a means of non-pharmaceutical intervention in case of wandering. Interventions might include alarmed doors, window stops, enclosed outdoor areas, and similar safety mechanisms.
In addition to licensing requirements, memory care facilities are subject to regular inspections. These inspections will assess whether a facility is following all rules outlined by its type of license. If you would like to review past inspection reports, visit the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration website.
Florida Department of Health contact information
Florida Department of Health
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: 850-245-4444
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
COVID-19 regulations for Venice memory care facilities
Florida has no specific COVID-19 guidelines outside of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations. However, some memory care facilities may have their own regulations in place to protect residents and staff. We suggest checking with the facility prior to visiting.
Vaccinations. The CDC recommends that seniors get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Masking. Individuals can choose to mask whenever they’d like, but it is not a mandate.
Facility cleanliness. Facilities are encouraged to stay on top of disinfecting high-touch surfaces.
What to expect from memory care living in Venice
With its beautiful beaches and subtropical climate, Venice is a haven for retirees. If you’re looking for a memory care facility for your loved one, there are plenty of options in Venice. Choosing a community can be difficult, but you can rest assured that the staff members will meet your loved one’s medical, physical, and social needs. Memory care facilities are designed to improve residents’ quality of life in a safe and secure environment.
Transitional care opportunities
The majority of communities we partner with offering memory care in the Venice area also provide other senior living arrangements, such as assisted living, independent living, adult day care, and residential care homes. These transitional care facilities allow residents to age in place, which is especially important as dementia progresses. In Venice, you’ll find the following types of communities that we partner with:
- 3 stand-alone memory care facilities
- 5 memory care plus assisted living facilities
- 1 memory care, assisted living, and adult day care facility
- 5 combination memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities
- 1 memory care and residential care home
Residential care homes are unique because they provide a more intimate, personalized experience. This arrangement can be especially great for seniors who need more individualized care at a lower price point.
Memory care services
For the most part, you can expect memory care facilities we partner with in the Venice area to offer services and programming related to Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Facilities often provide care for exit-seeking behaviors, wandering, restlessness, pacing, and disorientation. Many of our partner facilities also provide redirection and cueing services.
What’s more, many communities offer additional health care services. Most have visiting practitioners. Your loved one can receive occupational, physical, and speech therapy while living in a memory care facility.
Amenities and activities
Memory care facilities are known for their safety and security. After all, they cater to residents who may be prone to wandering. But they also provide plentiful amenities and activities to seniors. For instance, depending on the community you choose, your loved one can enjoy an arts and crafts center or movie room. Most of our partner facilities also have an activity director, so your loved one will be able to go on accompanied day trips.
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Health care for seniors in Venice
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Nationally ranked in two adult specialties and regionally ranked as the sixth-best hospital in Florida, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is a full-service, acute care medical center. It’s recognized for being high-performing in heart attack, heart failure, aortic valve surgery, kidney failure, stroke, gastroenterology, hip replacement, knee replacement, and seven other procedures.
HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital
Earning a five-star rating from The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital is a general and surgical medical center. It’s ranked as high-performing in heart failure, kidney failure, hip and knee replacements, and stroke care.
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center is an acute care center that offers a variety of services for patients, including cancer care, diabetes care, and orthopedics.
Transportation for seniors in Venice
Getting around Venice isn’t a problem for seniors at one of our partner memory care communities. In our partner network, 73% of facilities offer complimentary transportation to residents.[01] At-cost transportation options are available in 47% of our partner communities.
If you need other options when you visit your loved one, Venice does have public transportation accommodations. The Sarasota County Area Transportation operates SCATPlus, a curb-to-curb rideshare service for individuals who are unable to use fixed routes. This service is perfect for seniors with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia because care attendants ride for free. The cost per trip is just $3.00 for eligible seniors.
Senior activities in Venice
Memory care communities design programming according to residents’ physical and cognitive abilities. This means seniors can participate in fun activities alongside family and friends. While visiting your loved one in Venice, you might take part in a cooking class, gardening, arts and crafts, and more. These activities allow residents to socialize and improve their dexterity.
However, if you’re looking to explore the city of Venice, there are some activities you can do with your loved one. Centennial Park, for instance, offers visitors the chance to walk paths with beautiful landscaping. The park is pet-friendly, and you might even hear some live music. There’s also Caspersen Beach. You and your loved one can sit on the beach or walk a nature trail through dunes, marshes, mangroves, and tidal flats. The boardwalk is also accessible if your loved one has limited mobility.
Got a Sunday afternoon free? There’s always the Venice Farmers’ Market. You and your loved one will enjoy browsing the vendors selling bread, seafood, crafts, and more. Depending on where you are in the market, you may also get a chance to listen to live music from one of the area’s musicians.
Birdwatchers may be interested in visiting the Venice Area Audubon Society. The “rookery” is open from dawn to dusk and offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy some free birdwatching. If you or your loved one really wants to get involved, there are a number of programs available, such as birding field trips, bird stewardship, a pollinator garden, and more.
Of course, you can’t forget the Venice Fishing Pier. Seniors and their families can drop a line anywhere along the structure’s 700 feet or simply enjoy the sunset after a long day.
Outside of Venice, the city of Sarasota is another attractive option. Catch some rays with your loved one at Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach, or explore the Ringling for a cultural tour of its estate, museums, gardens, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Venice, FL. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Venice is $4,520 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
References
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and Sex (S0101) [Data Set]. American Community Survey.
U.S. News & World Report. (2023). Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
U.S. News & World Report. (2023). HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital.
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