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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Destin, FL
Memory care in Destin offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Destin is about $4,619 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 104 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.7
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22 reviews
My Dad was welcomed by friendly, caring, professional Staff! Everyone went above and beyond the normal to make my Dad feel welcome and wanted in his new apartment. I cannot thank the staff enough, from the...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
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9.4
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24 reviews
I would rate everything a 5 except for the food. I was frequently there with my mom for breakfast and lunch and my brother for dinner. The food left a lot to be desired. I would rate it a 2 - and that...
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.
Locally owned and managed by SRI, LLC who have 30 communities in their portfolio. This one of kind community in Fort Walton Beach brings a new concept to senior living. The concepts has 4 buildings at which each are connected by an interior hall and can be also entered from exterior. Inside...
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8.1
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22 reviews
Superior is a caring environment. The staff are kind and take care of each client’s needs! The facility is clean and has a homey atmosphere. We researched and toured several facilities before A Place for Mom...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in the heart of Niceville, Superior Residences has been specifically designed and built for memory care and residents with Alzheimer's. Superior strives to create a special residence that embraces the importance of warmth, acceptance and care. Caring for the special needs of individuals...
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55 Floor plans available
7.5
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34 reviews
The staff is very caring and you could tell that they loved my dad. Some of them attended my dad's funeral nearly 2 hours away.
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.
If you’re ready to enjoy life and leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else, then our community on Florida’s Emerald Coast, in Destin, is ready and waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences...
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I would recommend this community to others. They are cute condos and they are a perfect size and they have a balcony to enjoy also. Communication is good between the staff and our family. They keep us...
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
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 Blake at Miramar Beach is a distinctive senior living community, offering unparalleled experiences in a luxurious and hospitality-driven environment. With a dedicated and tenured team, enviable amenities, and a vibrant calendar of resident events, we provide a unique space for growth,...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Destin, FL
The average cost of senior living in Destin is $4,619 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westville, FL with an average of $3,233 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Destin, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Destin, FL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Destin, FL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Destin
Recent reviews for memory care in Destin
Bayport of Fort Walton Beach
4.5
My mother is a resident at Bayport of Fort Walton Beach. The staff is very approachable, friendly, and professional. The housekeepers are wonderful! They have such a good attitude. I have found the staff at Bay Port to be willing to discuss my mother any time I am there. When Covid was ...
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Brookdale Destin
5.0
The staff members at Brookdale Destin are absolutely incredible. This community is has the best value in the area by far and they offer the best quality of care. Their care services are fantastic and they offer a bunch of activities. Some activities they had were travel days, where the bus ...
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Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach
5.0
Moved in with wife 2 years ago. Wife died Feb '17. Have no complaints. Breakfast excellent. Other meals ok. Sort of like the Army. Activities good. Exercise lady, [name removed] very good. Glee club good. I love the coordinator. Staff friendly and helpful. Should not have fired [name removed] ...
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Destin review score based on 38 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 8 Destin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Destin 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
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Review subcategories for Destin 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 38 reviews of 8 Destin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Destin 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.Destin, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Destin memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Destin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Destin, 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 Destin 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 Destin 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%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Destin 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 Destin 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
75%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Destin 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 Destin 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%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Destin 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 Destin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Destin 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 Destin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Bayport of Fort Walton Beach and Meridian at Westwood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Destin, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Destin, Florida. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Destin, Florida is Meridian at Westwood. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Destin, Florida typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Destin, 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 Destin, 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 Destin, Florida ranges from $1500 to $7850. The average Memory Care cost in Destin, Florida is $4,619. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Destin, Florida typically starts at $1500. 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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