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For seniors coping with dementia, one of the greatest frustrations is the inability to do those things they once loved. Activities and hobbies that used to be second nature might start to feel fuzzy or distant. This harsh reality can be discouraging for the person suffering from dementia, as well as the friend or loved one who is trying to engage them.

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<a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">Genworth’s&nbsp;2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study shows that at $3,250 a month, assisted living costs in Brandon are below the state average of $3,500 and the national average of $4,000. Further south along the Gulf coast, prices are higher in Punta&nbsp;Gorda&nbsp;($3,400), North Port ($3,874) and Cape Coral ($4,000), while assisted living costs in inland cities such as Lakeland ($2,808) and Sebring ($3,038) are slightly lower.&nbsp; Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Brandon, so data for the closest city, Tampa, was used.&nbsp;

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Senior care costs vary depending on the type of care, the number of service hours provided and the location. In Brandon, nursing home costs include around-the-clock skilled nursing care and are more than double assisted living costs.&nbsp; In-home senior care for 44 hours a week through either homemaker services or a home health aide is also more expensive than assisted living in Brandon. Unlike residential care options for seniors, home health services do not include room and board or other costs such as home maintenance and utilities.&nbsp;

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Brandon

Veterans Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits Veterans and their surviving spouses who qualify for a regular VA pension and are either housebound due to a disability or need daily living assistance may be eligible for a pension top-up through the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.benefits.va.gov/pension/aid_attendance_housebound.asp" rel="noopener noreferrer">VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound</a> program. This cash-based benefit can be used toward the cost of assisted living.&nbsp; For&nbsp;the Housebound Allowance, applicants may qualify if they’ve been assessed with a VA disability rating of 100% and are functionally housebound as a result of their disability.&nbsp; For&nbsp;the Aid and Attendance&nbsp;Benefit, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:&nbsp; 
<li>Need help from a caregiver to complete one or more tasks of daily living such as eating, bathing, toileting or grooming&nbsp;</li>
<li>Have corrected eyesight that is 5/200 or worse</li>
<li>Be bedridden</li>
<li>Live in a nursing home&nbsp;</li>
<li>Have concentric contraction of the visual field tested at 5 or fewer degrees</li>
 Recipients of a VA disability pension are excluded from this program, and qualifying disabilities do not need to be service-related. Applicants may be awarded either Aid and Attendance Benefits or the Housebound Allowance but not both.&nbsp; To apply for the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit and Housebound Allowance contact the <a href="https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org//locations/brandon-regional-service-center" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org//locations/brandon-regional-service-center" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hillsborough&nbsp;County Office of Veterans Services</a>&nbsp;in Brandon at (813) 635-8316.&nbsp; Optional State Supplementation&nbsp; Florida seniors who are 65 and older, receive Supplemental Security Income payments and are unable to live independently&nbsp;due to a disability or age&nbsp;can apply for an&nbsp;SSI top-up through the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/access/docs/esspolicymanual/a_12.pdf" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/access/docs/esspolicymanual/a_12.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">Optional State Supplementation</a> program.&nbsp; OSS&nbsp;pays up to $78.40 for an individual and $156.80 per couple for use toward the room-and-board portion of monthly assisted living costs. This extra money&nbsp;is usually paid directly to the assisted living facility.&nbsp; For more information about the Florida OSS&nbsp;program, call&nbsp;<a href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/contact-us/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/contact-us/" rel="noopener noreferrer">ACCESS Florida</a> at (866) 762-2237.&nbsp;

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

The average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,250 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 2 Assisted Living Communities in Brandon and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Brandon, FL<ul><li>Assisted Living: $3,250</li><li>Nursing Home Care: $8,319</li><li>In-Home Care: $3,718</li><li>Adult Day Health Services: $1,907</li></ul>

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Medicaid is the national health-coverage program designed to provide low-income Americans with access to basic health services. It’s jointly funded by the federal and state governments, and in Florida,&nbsp;<a href="http://files.kff.org/attachment/fact-sheet-medicaid-state-FL" target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://files.kff.org/attachment/fact-sheet-medicaid-state-FL" rel="noopener noreferrer">88%</a> of all seniors and people with disabilities are eligible for no-cost Medicaid coverage.&nbsp; To qualify for Medicaid, seniors aged 65 and older can earn no more than $2,313 per month when applying as an individual or $4,626 when applying with a spouse. Income from all sources is counted, including alimony payments, pensions and wages.&nbsp; Medicaid applicants are also subject to asset limits of $2,000 per individual and $3,000 per couple. Countable assets include cash, bank account balances, stocks and investment real estate. Florida’s Medicaid rules exempt some assets, such as&nbsp;one vehicle and a primary residence with equity&nbsp;of less than $585,000. Personal effects such as clothing, collectibles&nbsp;and household goods are also exempt.&nbsp; Seniors who meet the criteria for Medicaid coverage and require a nursing home level of care will be screened by Florida’s <a href="http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/cares.php" target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/cares.php" rel="noopener noreferrer">Comprehensive&nbsp;Assessment and Review for Long-Term Care Services</a>&nbsp;program. Under this federally-mandated program, a registered nurse or designated assessor will evaluate the care needs of the senior, develop a long-term care plan and recommend the most appropriate placement.&nbsp; Following completion of a CARES assessment, seniors may be enrolled in the&nbsp;<a href="http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/smmcltc.php" target="_blank" data-mce-href="http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/smmcltc.php" rel="noopener noreferrer">Statewide Medicaid Managed Care, Long-Term Care Program</a>,&nbsp;which reduces nursing home placement among Medicaid-covered seniors by providing long-term care services within an assisted living setting.&nbsp; If approved for the SMMC&nbsp;LTC program, seniors will be prescribed additional supports that may include:&nbsp; <ul>
<li>Intermittent&nbsp;and skilled nursing</li>
<li>Physical, occupational, speech and/or respiratory therapy</li>
<li>Personal or attendant care</li>
<li>Case management services</li>
<li>Medical equipment and supplies</li>
<li>Respite care</li>
<li>Medication administration and management</li>
</ul> To learn more about Florida Medicaid coverage for seniors and the SMMC&nbsp;LTC&nbsp;program, contact the <a href="https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/government/departments/aging" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/government/departments/aging" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hillsborough County Elder Helpline</a>&nbsp;at (800) 963-5337 or the <a href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/contact-us/region/suncoast.shtml" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.myflfamilies.com/contact-us/region/suncoast.shtml" rel="noopener noreferrer">Florida Department of Children and Families, SunCoast Region</a>&nbsp;at (813) 558-5500.&nbsp;

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Assisted Living Resources in Brandon

Hillsborough&nbsp;County Aging Services offers a low-cost noontime meal program for adults 60 and older at the Brandon Senior Center and other sites throughout the county. They can also help seniors access the Sunshine Line, a door-to-door, barrier-free transportation service with fees based on income.&nbsp;

Community Aid Agencies

Seniors living in Brandon can participate in a wide variety of social, educational and wellness programs Monday through Friday at the&nbsp;Brandon Senior Center. The Center is operated by Hillsborough&nbsp;County, and membership is free for county residents age 50 and older. Seniors can enjoy all-day access to the computer and fitness centers, ongoing card games and weekly crotchet clubs, craft workshops and sitting exercise classes.&nbsp;

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Veterans can contact the Hillsborough&nbsp;County Veterans Services office for information about VA benefits, pensions and assistance with&nbsp;the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit and Housebound Allowance. VA health care services are provided at the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital in Tampa, and there are a number of active veterans service clubs in Brandon and Hillsborough&nbsp;County.&nbsp;

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<h4>Remarkable Living. Exceptional Care.</h4>
 
 
 
 Come surround yourself in a close-knit community of friends where excellent amenities, hospitality, delicious dining and innovative programing enrich every day. Nestled on seven gorgeous landscaped acres, Aldea Green is a premier Assisted Living facility in Brandon, FL. Our warm and experienced team of associates is here around-the-clock to provide the helping hand and senior care you or your loved one needs to continue enjoying life to its fullest.
 
 
 
 Here in Hillsborough County, our comfortable environment promotes whole-person wellness. You'll benefit from having the right amount of assistance with daily activities like personal care, medication management, housekeeping and transportation. And with Tampa right down the road, you and your family can venture out to all your favorite restaurants, shopping and area attractions.
 
 
 
 We're a nonprofit community, and you'll find that everything we do is focused on improving the lives of our residents, their family and the community we serve.
 
 
 
 <h4>High Quality Amenities. Gracious Care.</h4>
 
 <ul>
 
 <li>Special dietary menus</li>
 
 <li>Wellness programs</li>
 
 <li>Walking path and courtyards</li>
 
 <li>Walking club</li>
 
 <li>Fitness classes</li>
 
 <li>Social, cultural & educational events</li>
 
 <li>Live entertainment, holiday parties, ice cream & veterans socials</li>
 
 <li>Community day trips & outings for lunch, shopping, or to catch a movie</li>
 
 <li>24-hour security system</li>
 
 <li>Library</li>
 
 <li>Beauty salon/barbershop</li>
 
 <li>Wellness center</li>
 
 <li>Resident gardens</li>
 
 <li>Billiards room</li>
 
 <li>Surface parking</li>
 
 <li>Private dining area</li>
 
 <li>Flat screen TV</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h4>Assisted Living</h4>
 
 Aldea Green in Brandon FL has everything you need to enjoy a comfortable and active lifestyle. We offer spacious floor plans that range from studios to well-appointed one-bedroom apartments. Each has a private bath and can include a convenient kitchenette.
 
 
 
 We believe living well includes dining well. You'll enjoy three delicious meals a day from a menu full of tasty choices. All are prepared by our professional culinary team using fresh, seasonal ingredients and graciously served in the refined, restaurant-style dining room.
 
 
 
 At Aldea Green, we create meaningful relationships. Here in Hillsborough County, our compassionate team takes the time to get to know you and your family. They build a relationship. That way, they can customize care to meet your unique needs and preferences. Here, you'll have the freedom and confidence to enjoy your kind of living.

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Services and Amenities

Our assisted living services include:

<ul>
<li>3 meals each day with choice of entrees
<li>Weekly housekeeping, personal laundry and linen service
<li>Daily activities tailored to the resident's interests and abilities
<li>Basic television service
<li>Complimentary Wi-Fi
<li>Adjustable heating and cooling in each suite
<li>Emergency pull cords are located in each bedroom and bathroom
<li>Transportation is available
<li>On-site beauty salon
<li>Assistance with daily needs such as bathing, dressing, hygiene and medication</li>
</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul>


Memory Care

<ul>
<li>Our customized care plans ensure that each resident receives proper nutrition and our activities encourage increased socialization.</li>
</ul>

 To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://quality.healthfinder.fl.gov/">Florida Agency of Health Care Administration</a>

Hawthorne Inn of Brandon

Savannah Court, offering gracious senior living in Brandon, FL in Hillsborough County. Brandon is East of Tampa, FL but is considered a part of the Tampa Bay area, only a few miles from both I-75 and I-4, making Brandon a desirable residential location. The city of Brandon has grown rapidly in the past decade, but continues to offer the warmth and hospitality of a small town. Brandon is best known for its location providing many selections for shopping, recreational activities, physicians and medical facilities. It is the perfect town for a hospitable senior living community!

Savannah Court of Brandon offers worry-free living to all residents, their families and our guests. Residents enjoy the benefits of a chef, housekeeper, concierge, chauffeur, maintenance team as well as a vibrant social calendar. 

Because of the perfect size of our senior community, we have the privilege and opportunity of offering our residents personalized services. The caring and well-trained staff at Savannah Court of Brandon are accessible 24 hours a day. Savannah Court of Brandon is respected for the exceptional services, care and hospitality we offer to not only the residents but also to family members and guests.

Savannah Court is home to a Resident Programming Department, who tailors programming to the personalities that live at Savannah Court. 

Community Amenities<ul>
<li>24-hour access to trained caring associates
<li>Restaurant-style dining
<li>Linen and housing services
<li>Emergency response system
<li>Diverse activities program designed to enhance daily living
<li>Scheduled transportation to shopping, medical appointments and other outings
<li>Medical appointment scheduling
<li>Common areas and suites with beautiful views and manicured landscaping for your enjoyment
<li>Supervision of self administration of medications
<li>Climate controlled air conditioning and heating
<li>Apartment Amenities
<li>Utilities are included - telephone and extended cable television service is optional
<li>Spacious bathrooms and kitchenettes
<li>Supervision with activities of daily living</li></ul>

Apartment Amenities<ul>
<li>Utilities are included - telephone and extended cable television service is optional
<li>Spacious bathrooms and kitchenettes
<li>Supervision with activities of daily living</li></ul>

Savannah Court of Brandon

The Meridian at Brandon in Tampa, Florida delivers a distinctive lifestyle experience, from spacious, well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and daily activity offerings. Designed like a boutique hotel, The Meridian at Brandon will impress at every turn with elegant dÃ©cor. The maintenance-free lifestyle will allow you to spend your time how you wish, doing more of what you love.

For our residents with dementia, our memory care neighborhood is second to none. The Meridian at Brandon is setting a new standard with intentional features and thoughtful design to aid residents in living as independently as possible. Our distinctive MONTESSORI MOMENTS IN TIME programming and our highly trained staff provides a compassionate and purposeful experience.

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