Getting to Know Meridian at Westwood
Run by Pacifica Senior Living, Meridian at Westwood offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living in the Fort Walton Beach area (Okaloosa County). It is one of 3 Patriot Angels memory care partners in Fort Walton Beach. More memory care in Fort Walton Beach.
Memory Care and Other Care at Meridian at Westwood
Assisted living
“Provides personalized assisted living support with help for daily activities in a welcoming community setting.”
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“Provides compassionate memory care support in a secure and structured environment.”
Memory Care in Fort Walton Beach →Independent living
“Features independent living designed for seniors who want convenience, comfort, and community.”
See local independent living options →Paying for Memory Care at Meridian at Westwood
Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, not to Meridian at Westwood, so it can go toward the monthly memory care bill like any other income. Families often add Social Security, a pension, savings or proceeds from the house. Meridian at Westwood families can find the benefit amounts and filing rules in our Aid & Attendance fact sheet.
| Household | Maximum Aid & Attendance per month | Left of a $5,495 bill |
|---|---|---|
| Two veterans married, both qualifying | $3,845 | $1,650 |
| Veteran married to a non-veteran | $2,874 | $2,621 |
| Single veteran | $2,424 | $3,071 |
| Surviving spouse | $1,558 | $3,937 |
Compared with the Florida memory care figure of $5,495 a month. That is a state figure, not this community’s price; ask Meridian at Westwood for its rate sheet.
See If Your Veteran Qualifies for Memory Care Help at Meridian at Westwood
A wartime veteran or surviving spouse who needs supervision because of dementia may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward care at Meridian at Westwood. Answer a few questions to find out at no cost. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a memory care claim.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
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Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Memory Care Questions About Meridian at Westwood
Can Aid & Attendance be used at Meridian at Westwood?
Yes. The benefit is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward memory care at a private community like Meridian at Westwood.
Does Meridian at Westwood also offer assisted living?
Yes. Meridian at Westwood lists assisted living as well, which can help a couple stay together.
Can a family file for VA help after a move into Meridian at Westwood?
Yes. Many families file after a move into Meridian at Westwood, and the monthly cost there can help show financial need.
