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    What's the Difference Between Assisted Living and Memory Care?

    By Orlando Senior Transitions Team · Updated January 2025

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    Assisted living provides daily living support in an open environment. Memory care offers secured, specialized care with structured routines and trained dementia staff. Memory care costs $1,000–$3,000 more per month.

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