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Palm Garden of Clearwater is a 120 bed senior care community situated in the Landmark-Countryside Homeowners Assoc neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida. With a median per-household income of $55,590, the community is in a mostly middle class area. It ...
Sunset Point is a 120 bed senior housing community located within the Valencia Park Homeowners Association area of Clearwater, Florida. With an average household income of $42,814, the facility is in a primarily middle income area. It has ...
Highland Pines Rehabilitation Center is located in the Keystone Manor area of Clearwater, Florida. It is a 120 unit nursing facility. With roughly 32,000 poeple living in the zip code of 33756, the encompassing area is densely populated. ...
Situated within the Country Club Estates Homeowners Assoc neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida, Glen Oaks Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 76 unit nursing facility. With about 32,000 poeple living in the zip code of 33756, the surrounding area is ...
Comprehensive Healthcare of Clearwater is a 150 unit skilled nursing facility situated in the Coachman Ridge Homeowners Association area of Clearwater, Florida. It is located near plenty of local conveniences, such as retail stores, houses of worship, ...
Seasons Largo Assisted Living & Memory Care is a senior housing community located around the Imperial Park Homeowners Association neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida. With approximately 25,000 people residing in the zip code of 33764, the surrounding area is heavily ...
2730 Curlew Rd
Clearwater, FL 33761
Curlew Care of Clearwater is a senior care facility situated in the Countryside Northridge Homeowners Assoc neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida. With approximately 19,000 people residing in the 33761 zip code, the surrounding area has an average population density. ...
2770 Regency Oaks Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33759
Located within the Mission Hills Condominium Association area of the city, Regency Oaks Health Center is a nursing facility serving Clearwater, Florida. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with a median per-family income of $45,846. ...
1100 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33756
Located around the Sand Key Civic Association area of the city, Belleair Towers is a senior housing community serving Clearwater, Florida. With an average household income of $40,571, the facility is in a largely middle class area. It ...
2057 Edgewater Dr
Clearwater, FL 33755
Edgewater Manor is a senior community situated in the Brentwood Estates neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida. With a median per-household income of $36,460, the facility is in a largely middle class area. It is heavily populated, with roughly 27,000 ...
2155 Montclair Rd
Clearwater, FL 33763
Brookdale Beckett Lake is located within the Charter Oaks Homeowners Association neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida. It is a senior care community serving residents 55 and over. The encompassing area has an average population density, with approximately 19,000 residents ...
3260 N Mcmullen Booth Rd
Clearwater, FL 33761
Situated in the Landmark-Countryside Homeowners Assoc neighborhood of Clearwater, Florida, Brookdale Countryside is a senior care facility for residents over 55. With an average per-family income of $55,590, the facility is in a primarily middle income area. It ...
2750 Drew St
Clearwater, FL 33759
Brookdale Clearwater is a senior community for residents over the age of 55 situated in the Mission Hills Condominium Association area of Clearwater, Florida. With an average per-household income of $45,846, the facility is in a mostly middle class ...
2298 Belleair Rd
Clearwater, FL 33764
Belleair Country House is a senior housing facility located within the Imperial Park Homeowners Association area of Clearwater, Florida. With a median per-family income of $50,947, the community is in a generally middle income area. It is heavily ...
1930 Union St
Clearwater, FL 33763
Union House is a 14 bed senior housing community situated within the Valencia Park Homeowners Association area of Clearwater, Florida. The surrounding area has an average population density, with around 19,000 residents in the 33763 zip code. With ...
910 New York Ave
Clearwater, FL 33763
Mease Continuing Care is a senior housing community located in the Spring Lakes of Clearwater Homeowners Association area of Clearwater, Florida. The encompassing area has an average population density, with around 19,000 residents in the zip code of 33763. ...
2010 Greenbriar Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33763
Located in the Spring Lakes of Clearwater Homeowners Association area of the city, The Inn On The Pond is a senior care community serving Clearwater, Florida. The community is in a generally middle income area, with an average household ...
3141 N Mcmullen Booth Rd
Clearwater, FL 33761
Horizon Bay Clearwater is a senior care community located in the Landmark-Countryside Homeowners Assoc area of Clearwater, Florida. The surrounding area has an average population density, with approximately 19,000 people residing in the 33761 zip code. With an ...
13770 58th St N Ste 312
Clearwater, FL 33760
Located at 13770 58th St N Ste 312, Senior Management Advisors is a senior housing community serving Clearwater, Florida. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average per-family income of $37,686. It has an ...
1453 Belleair Rd
Clearwater, FL 33756
Located close to the Imperial Park Homeowners Association neighborhood, Belle Vista is a senior care facility serving Clearwater, Florida. The surrounding area has a dense population, with around 32,000 people residing in the 33756 zip code. With an ...
620 Belleair Rd
Clearwater, FL 33756
Situated near by the Sand Key Civic Association neighborhood, Pacifica Senior Living is a senior care facility in Clearwater, Florida. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-household income of $40,571. With around ...
With pristine beaches, craft vendors and street performers, Clearwater is a vibrant city with a comfortable year-round climate, making it a prime option for retirees. Those aged 65 and over, the demographic most likely to develop Alzheimer’s, make up nearly a quarter of the city’s population. Despite its large senior community, Alzheimer’s-related deaths are decreasing in Clearwater, which may indicate the effectiveness of local memory care services. According to the CDC, Pinellas County, where Clearwater is located, experienced 8,901 deaths in 2014, 5.11% of which were linked to Alzheimer’s. In 2018, the total number of deaths increased by 5% to 9,340, but Alzheimer’s-related fatalities dropped by over 8% and made up 4.46% of the total number of cases.
Memory care facilities provide compassionate care for Clearwater residents living with dementia. These facilities have specially trained staff members and incorporate activities and programs to keep residents healthy and engaged. This guide features more information on memory care in Clearwater, including how much residents pay for this type of care, and free resources available to seniors and families affected by dementia.
The SeniorScore is calculated using over 100 factors from a range of public and private databases to provide unbiased insight into how well a region accommodates the needs and interests of its older population. Nationally, the SeniorScore is 72, and in Florida, the overall score is a little higher at 76. Clearwater has a very strong SeniorScore of 80, indicating that it has numerous benefits for seniors. The city rates particularly well for its healthcare and recreational amenities, and it receives moderate scores for financial favorability and general comfort.
Clearwater rates 74 in the Health & Safety and Recreation & Leisure metrics, indicating an environment that may support the quality of life of those with dementia. A dozen hospitals are located in Clearwater or nearby, and over 700 pharmacies fill prescriptions and provide basic health and wellness screenings and services. Approximately 230 senior living facilities and numerous home health care providers serve older adults and provide flexible care options as their needs change, and a very high number of Medicare-registered doctors promote access to affordable care. About one in three city residents are aged 55 and over, which may support the availability of community-based services. Among the area’s recreational amenities are nearly 100 golf courses, eight parks and a dozen malls and shopping centers.
The city has more moderate scores in the Finances and General Quality of Life metrics, with ratings coming in at 67 and 69, respectively. The overall cost of living is low, which may enable older adults to maintain their standard of living throughout their retirement years, and while some senior care costs are high, memory care is affordable. Florida doesn’t have a state income tax, which may allow older adults to put even more money towards their care expenses. The city’s climate is ideal throughout the year, and the air quality is on par with the nation as a whole.
In Clearwater, as in all of Florida, memory care facilities have around-the-clock awake staffing, increased staff training and secured living areas to prevent wandering. They may also incorporate specialized programming to meet the unique social and cognitive needs of residents with dementia. On average, memory care costs 20-30% more than standard assisted living. To calculate the following care costs, we've added 25% to the assisted living rates listed in the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey.
On average, seniors in Clearwater pay $4,031 per month for memory care services, making it among the cheapest options in the state for this type of care. Statewide, memory care facilities charge $4,625 per month for services, and nationally, the average rate is $5,375.
With memory care facilities charging $4,031 per month for lodging and care, Clearwater is among the most affordable cities in Florida for those seeking dementia care. Local rates are 40% cheaper than the state capital of Tallahassee, where seniors pay $6,883 per month. In the North Port area, which encompasses North Port, Sarasota and Bradenton, care is similarly affordable at $4,860 per month. Seniors in the Deltona region pay $5,063, and in Jacksonville, monthly rates are a little higher at $5,188. In Sebastian and Homosassa Springs, memory care costs $5,625 and $5,659, respectively. Panama City is the most expensive city for this type of care at $6,451 monthly.
Note: Data for Clearwater was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tampa, was used instead.
Alzheimer’s Association Florida Gulf Coast Chapter The Florida Gulf Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is headquartered in Clearwater and provides advocacy and support for Clearwater residents affected by Alzheimer’s. Through this local nonprofit organization, individuals can obtain early-stage services, including private consultations, educational and informational programs and social and recreational activities for those in the early stages of dementia. The organization operates Brain Bus, which raises Alzheimer’s awareness through programs led by trained dementia experts, as well as support groups for friends and family. The organization also operates a 24/7 helpline, which is staffed by master’s-level dementia experts who provide emotional support and connect callers with resources and services in their communities. The helpline can be reached at (800) 272-3900. 14010 Roosevelt Boulevard #709, Clearwater, FL 33762 (727) 578-2558 |
Clearwater Vet Center The Clearwater Vet Center provides a broad range of programs to older veterans with Alzheimer's to help them obtain affordable care and supportive services in the community. At this local center, staff members screen veterans for eligibility for veterans’ home placement, which may be an affordable alternative to private memory care. Veterans can also get help with assessing eligibility and applying for veterans’ and survivors’ pensions, disability compensation and the Aid and Attendance benefit, which can provide funds for memory care services. 29259 US Highway 19 North, Clearwater, FL 33761 (727) 549-3600 |
Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc., is a private nonprofit organization that provides services and programs for those aged 60 and over in Clearwater and the surrounding region. Through this agency, older adults get information, assistance and referrals to help them obtain services in the community, including care planning, nutrition counseling and chronic condition management. The agency provides support for those with dementia diagnoses, helping them determine the next steps to take and find local support groups. It also operates the local Aging and Disability Resource Center, which provides intake counseling and connects seniors with community-based supports. 9549 Koger Boulevard Suite 100, Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (800) 963-5337 |
Florida Ombudsman Program The statewide ombudsman program advocates on behalf of those in memory care facilities and provides information on residents’ rights, payment options and recourse for problems related to care planning and quality of life. The local ombudsman can meet with families and seniors to help them compare memory care facilities and understand payment obligations. The ombudsman can also investigate reports of abuse and ensure that the proper authorities are involved. 4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 380, Tallahassee, FL 32399 (850) 414-2323 |
SHINE SHINE is the state-wide health insurance information program for Medicare-eligible seniors. Through this program, trained volunteers help seniors and families understand Medicare benefits, identify Medicare Advantage or Medigap plans that can reduce out-of-pocket medical and memory care expenses and compare long-term care insurance plans. Seniors and families can also get help with understanding medical bills and resolving billing errors or denied claims. 4040 Esplanade Way, Suite 270 Tallahassee, FL 32399 (800) 963-5337 |
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