Compassionate Memory Care in Tallahassee
Memory Support
Peace of Mind
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Westminster Oaks is proud to be home to Tallahassee’s only memory support center modeled on the nationally acclaimed household design. Seniors with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia live in one of 32 private apartments that open onto home-like living areas, complete with an open kitchen and a large, shaded patio and courtyard with sensory garden.
Our secure, memory support in Tallahassee ranges from $7,843 to $7,945 per month. Person-centered support is at the heart of all we do. Get answers to common questions about memory care below and learn more about our innovative programs for resident engagement, dining, and well-being, including the 2026 LeadingAge Southeast award-winning Sparklers.
Specialized Memory Care Services & Innovative Programming
- Montessori-based, person-centered wellness program
- Small Bites dining program
- Shaded patio and large courtyard with sensory garden
- Secure, innovative household design
- Specially trained care team
- Creative arts and music therapy activities
- Access to Joint Commission Gold Seal nursing care services
- Award-winning resident engagement
- Housekeeping services included
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Trusted Memory Care and Beyond
Residents of the Westminster Oaks Memory Support Center gain access to our continuum of quality nursing care and rehabilitation services.
Our Bertrand Health Care Center holds the prestigious Joint Commission’s Gold Seal for National Quality Approval. If needed, skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy services are all available right on campus. Scheduled transportation and home care support are also available. Westminster Oaks is proud to be a trusted name in person-centered, quality senior care in Tallahassee.
10 Key Questions When Researching Memory Care
The decision to entrust a parent with dementia or Alzheimer’s to professional care is a complex and emotional one. When looking for memory care in Tallahassee, scheduling an in-person tour is the most important first step. As Leon County, Florida’s trusted senior living provider, we have helped hundreds of seniors and families through the decades as they navigate finding the best memory care services in Tallahassee.
We asked our experienced, dementia care professionals to share some of the most common questions they hear, as well as important questions to ask when touring memory care facilities. Click each one to see their answers.
What is memory care and how is it different from assisted living?
Memory care provides support for seniors diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia who have cognitive challenges that affect their ability to safely care for themselves. Assisted living and memory care typically provide some of the same support services, such as help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. In general, memory care is necessary for people whose cognitive abilities are impacting their judgment, safety, and awareness of their surroundings. Some assisted living providers accept residents with mild cognitive impairment, but if staff members determine that a resident’s needs exceed the services and care levels they are licensed to provide, a licensed memory care facility will be required.
What are the signs that a parent needs memory care?
In general, a senior requires licensed memory care support when they require frequent supervision throughout the day and the following dementia-related symptoms are evident.
- They are unable to recognize or summon help in dangerous situations.
- They are wandering or exit-seeking and cannot orient themselves in their surroundings.
- They are exhibiting hazardous behaviors.
- They are unable to carry out activities such as eating, bathing or going to the bathroom, and taking medication.
Does Medicare or Medicaid cover memory care costs?
Memory care residential fees are not covered by Medicare insurance, which is a health insurance program designed for medical care and hospitalization costs, only. Medicaid, which provides health insurance for people with low incomes, does not cover memory care unless the person meets their state’s criteria for skilled nursing care. Memory care in Florida can range from $5,000 to $10,000 per month, depending on the type of community. Long-term care insurance typically does cover the cost of living at a memory care facility.
Memory care at Westminster Oaks ranges from $7,843 to $7,945 per month for a studio, and is all-inclusive. This means that a resident’s monthly fee does not increase if their daily support needs change. Many families find that a move to memory care replaces many of the expenses such as food, supervision, utilities, and in-home care they were already paying, and provides much greater peace of mind.
If your parent is a U.S. veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran, they may be eligible for some in-home care through the VA Aid & Attendance program. This includes support with activities of daily living or respite for family members.
Memory care is a complex issue, and we are happy to answer your questions and connect you with available memory care resources here and in Leon County, FL. Contact our Assisted Living and Memory Care Counselor at (850) 878-1136.
Is the monthly fee all-inclusive or tiered? What is on the list of ancillary services?
There are two pricing structures for assisted living and memory care, and it is important to understand the differences. All-inclusive rates include rent plus assistance with daily living activities (ADLs) like dressing, bathing, and medication management, along with housekeeping and dining. Tiered pricing includes rent and some ADL support but increases with the level of daily support needed. Ancillary fee sheets include prices for items such as barber and salon services, additional housekeeping hours, and personal hygiene items or continence products.
Do you provide secure memory care and how are residents' walking behaviors honored?
Westminster Oaks memory support is a secure environment, which ensures that residents will be within range of our supportive and trained caregivers. In addition, are proud to offer Tallahassee’s only secure, memory support center built with the household design where comfort and freedom of movement is prioritized. While each resident has their own private suite, they open onto large, living rooms, open kitchens, and quiet nooks. We also have a beautifully landscaped, large sensory garden with walking paths and a covered patio with fireplace. With our home-like yet secure design, each resident’s individual walking behaviors are honored as they go about their day.
What is a good caregiver-to-resident staffing ratio for memory care?
Our memory support in Tallahassee, FL, prioritizes safety and personalized support by maintaining caregiver-to-resident staffing ratios that are higher than the industry standards of 1 caregiver for every 8 residents for daytime and evening shifts and 1 to 15 for nighttime hours. Because people living with dementia require distinct levels of daily assistance, our higher staffing levels allow the care team to spend the right amount of time necessary for each individual’s needs. In addition, Westminster Oaks has 24/7 nursing staff with on-site skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapists experienced in caring for seniors with dementia.
What caregiver training and dementia-related certifications are required?
Florida requires that caregivers undergo state-approved Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) training requirements upon hire. Westminster Communities requires ongoing continuing education on dementia care best practices that covers cognitive impairment, behavioral health, and communication strategies for people with memory loss.
is there a full-time, trained activities professional on staff and quality calendar of events?
Family members should expect each memory care community they tour to have a dedicated staff member who has experience and training working with seniors living with dementia. Look for events and regular classes that encourage full-body movement and address common risks such as falling. Daily activities should include sensory stimulation, such as music, baking, and gardening. Ask to sit in and observe some programs and events.
Are skilled nursing and rehabilitation services available on-site?
Unlike many stand-alone assisted living and memory care centers, Westminster Oaks is a Life Plan community with a continuum of 24/7 skilled nursing team members and rehabilitation therapists experienced in caring for seniors with dementia. That means that should your loved one require skilled nursing services, they will be able to receive those here on campus with minimal disruption and even some familiar faces.
Is the memory care facility for-profit or non-profit?
As part of Westminster Communities of Florida, Westminster Oaks is a non-profit community. That means our Mission is providing the best possible services and care for residents, not maximizing profits for shareholders. Instead of distributing earnings to investors, we reinvest all financial gains directly back into our communities. This funding goes toward enhancing resident services, upgrading our facilities, and developing new programs. A key benefit of our non-profit status is the Benevolent Assistance Program, which provides financial security to Life Plan contract residents who may outlive their resources. We also offer special grants and awards for retired clergy, U.S. military veterans, and public service professionals.
Award-Winning Engagement
Emotional security and dignity are at the heart of our dementia care philosophy. The Westminster Oaks Sparklers Engagement Program is a shining example of our commitment to fostering meaningful relationships and lives for all residents of our community.
Earning the LeadingAge Southeast 2026 Volunteers of the Year Award, Sparklers unites trained independent living volunteers with residents of memory support, where they serve as dedicated advocates, companions, and friends.
Learn more about Sparklers and our music therapy pilot that reduced fall risks and agitation among memory support residents.
Talking to Aging Parents
Navigating the conversation about memory care or assisted living can be difficult. Our guide helps you start the discussion, approach the topic with empathy and care, and take the steps that can ultimately enhance your loved one’s quality of life while keeping them safe.