If you’re searching for in-home dementia care in Florida, one of the first questions you’ll ask is: how much does it cost? The answer depends on the type of care, how many hours per week, and which Florida county you live in. This guide breaks down current pricing, what affects cost, and how to find affordable options.
Average Cost of In-Home Dementia Care in Florida
In Florida, in-home companion and personal care services for people with dementia typically range from $20 to $35 per hour, depending on the level of care and provider. Based on Genworth’s 2024 Cost of Care Survey, the state median for homemaker services in Florida is approximately $27 per hour.
Here’s what you can expect to pay by service type:
- Companion care (conversation, activities, light supervision): $18–$28/hour
- Personal care (bathing, dressing assistance): $22–$32/hour
- Skilled nursing visits: $80–$150/hour (Medicare may cover)
- Memory care facility (for comparison): $4,500–$7,000/month
Cost of In-Home Dementia Care by Florida County
Location significantly affects pricing. South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward) tends to be on the higher end, while Central Florida (Orlando, Orange County) and the Tampa Bay area (Hillsborough County) are often more moderately priced. Jacksonville (Duval County) generally falls in the lower range for the state.
What Affects the Cost of In-Home Dementia Care?
Several factors influence how much you’ll pay for in-home dementia care in Florida:
- Hours per week: Part-time (15–20 hours/week) is typically $1,100–$1,800/month. Full-time (40+ hours/week) runs $3,500–$5,500/month.
- AHCA screening requirements: Reputable providers perform AHCA Level 2 background checks on all companions, which is a cost of doing business the best agencies include in their rates.
- Consistency model: A service that sends the same companion every visit may cost slightly more than a staffing rotation agency, but delivers far better outcomes for the person with dementia.
- Stage of dementia: Early-stage clients may need fewer hours; moderate-to-advanced stages often require more intensive supervision.
Does Medicare Cover In-Home Dementia Care in Florida?
Medicare does not cover custodial in-home care (companion care, help with daily activities) on an ongoing basis. However, Medicare will cover skilled nursing and therapy services at home if a doctor certifies medical necessity and the person is homebound.
Medicaid, on the other hand, may cover home and community-based services through Florida’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC) Long-Term Care program for qualifying lower-income seniors. Contact your local SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) counselor at 1-800-963-5337 for a free benefits check.
In-Home Care vs. Memory Care Facility: Which Is More Affordable?
For many Florida families, in-home dementia care is actually more cost-effective than moving a loved one to a memory care facility — especially in the early and middle stages of the disease. A memory care facility in Florida averages $4,500 to $7,000 per month, regardless of whether the resident needs 5 hours or 24 hours of support.
By contrast, in-home companion care at 20 hours per week costs roughly $1,400–$2,200 per month — and your loved one stays in the familiar home environment, which research consistently shows reduces anxiety and behavioral symptoms in people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
How Dementia Companions Prices In-Home Care
At Dementia Companions, we believe pricing should be transparent. We offer in-home companion care starting with a free consultation to assess your family’s needs and create a personalized plan. Unlike staffing agencies that rotate caregivers, every Dementia Companions client is matched with a single, dedicated companion.
All companions undergo AHCA Level 2 background screening — the same standard required of licensed healthcare workers in Florida — before ever entering a client’s home. We serve families across Miami-Dade, Hillsborough (Tampa), Orange County (Orlando), and Duval County (Jacksonville).
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