Best Assisted Living in Merritt Island, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 assisted living communities in Merritt Island, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in FL
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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
La Casa Assisted Living
AL
ADC
RC
Merritt Island
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 85
Rank #669 / 890
No
69
Facility 69
FL AVG 40
Rank #132 / 1,001
La Casa Operations, LLCC35
37%
Facility 37%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #569 / 853
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #587 / 853
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #398 / 853
For-Profit$21,000Vickie SummersPrivate Rooms
Hampton Manor of Merritt Island
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Merritt Island
140
Facility 140
FL AVG 85
Rank #131 / 890
Yes
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 40
Rank #292 / 1,001
Hampton Manor Of Merritt Island, LLCD13
62%
Facility 62%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #847 / 853
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #466 / 853
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #742 / 853
For-Profit$9,000Rosemarie ReidStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Norwood Assisted Living
AL
Merritt Island (Rosedale)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 85
Rank #749 / 890
No
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 40
Rank #210 / 1,001
Norwood Assisted Living IncC-20
45%
Facility 45%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #739 / 853
43
Facility 43
FL AVG 33
Rank #709 / 853
2.2
Facility 2.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #818 / 853
For-Profit$3,611Irene WilkersonPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Hampton Manor of Merritt Island
AL
IL
MC
Merritt Island
140
Facility 140
FL AVG 85
Rank #131 / 890
Yes
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 40
Rank #292 / 1,001
Hampton Manor Of Merritt Island, LLCD13
62%
Facility 62%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #847 / 853
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #466 / 853
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #742 / 853
For-Profit$9,000Rosemarie ReidStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cedar Creek Assisted Living, LLC
AL
MC
Merritt Island
78
Facility 78
FL AVG 85
Rank #480 / 890
No-Cedar Creek Assisted Living, LLCD-64
45%
Facility 45%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #739 / 853
116
Facility 116
FL AVG 33
Rank #846 / 853
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #780 / 853
For-Profit$22,950Sandie Riggs-
Farrington House
AL
Merritt Island (Holiday Cove)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 85
Rank #749 / 890
Yes
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 40
Rank #859 / 1,001
Ssbp Management LLC?1
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #1 / 853
0
Facility 0
FL AVG 33
Rank #1 / 853
0.0
Facility 0.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #1 / 853
For-Profit$0Rosalva MilienPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other FL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for Merritt Island. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Hampton Manor of Merritt Island

Hampton Manor is considered as the premier living facility in Merritt Island. This facility has three accommodation options: a studio, a one-bedroom and a two-bedroom. This allows the residents a spacious area where they can relax and enjoy their time as they rest. Other facilities in the home include a salon, a cafe, a lounge, and other spaces for them to engage and socialize.

Aside from the excellent facilities, there are programs and activities as well that are put in place for the residents to enjoy. They are kept engaged and socialize with each other. This makes sure the residents do not have a boring time and will be kept active throughout their stay. Residents and their families can be guaranteed that their stay will be enjoyable and comfortable.

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Overview of La Casa Assisted Living

La Casa Assisted Living provides assisted living, adult day care, and respite care in Merritt Island, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident lives in a private room.

Adult day care provides care during the day, while respite care offers a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With 36 beds, La Casa is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another, and the private rooms give each resident a single personal living space.

The assisted living and respite care options may suit a family seeking daily support or temporary care during a caregiver’s absence. The area has a Walk Score of 69, making it somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who no longer drives. Medicaid and Veteran Affairs Benefits are accepted as payment options. Vicki Summers serves as administrator, and La Casa Operations operates the community.

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Hampton Manor of Merritt Island

2250 N. Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Overview of Hampton Manor of Merritt Island

Hampton Manor of Merritt Island offers exceptional senior living in Merritt Island, Florida, providing a comfortable and supportive environment for residents. Our community is designed to promote independence while offering personalized care tailored to individual needs.

Residents enjoy private, apartment-style suites with modern amenities, including individually controlled heating and air conditioning, private bathrooms with showers and grab bars, and emergency call response systems. The community features beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, comfortable common areas, and a variety of activity rooms to encourage social engagement and relaxation.

Our dedicated staff is available 24/7 to assist with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management. We also offer weekly housekeeping, linen services, and suite maintenance to ensure a clean and comfortable living environment.

Dining at Hampton Manor of Merritt Island includes three delicious meals daily, with menu choices and snacks available anytime. Residents can also enjoy our on-site hair and nail salon, library, sunroom, and movie theater. Regularly scheduled activities and entertainment provide opportunities for residents to stay active and engaged.

Our community is conveniently located near public transportation and offers ample parking for residents and visitors. We also provide religious services to support the spiritual well-being of our residents.

At Hampton Manor of Merritt Island, we are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment where seniors can thrive. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care and support, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their families.

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Overview of Norwood Assisted Living

Norwood Assisted Living is dedicated to providing care to their senior residents. The community is smaller, only hosting six residents. Because of the size of this community, intimacy and closeness becomes something of value to them. The people a part of this community, whether resident or staff, treat each other as family.

Despite being a smaller community, this doesn’t mean they don’t have fun. There are various activities in place that are enjoyed by the residents. Ice cream socials, group exercises, and more are added to the community’s calendar to make sure that the residents never have a boring day at Norwood Assisted Living.

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Overview of Cedar Creek Assisted Living

Cedar Creek Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care in Merritt Island, Florida. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 78 beds. Payment options include insurance and or HMO plans, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits, when residents meet the requirements for those sources. Sandie Riggs serves as the administrator. Residents can use the salon on site or sit on the outdoor rocking porch. Restaurant style meals are served in the dining hall or in a resident’s room.

Contact Cedar Creek Assisted Living, LLC

Farrington House

1970 Farrington Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32952
Overview of Farrington House

Farrington House is an assisted living community in Merritt Island, Florida, in the Holiday Cove neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while allowing residents to keep their own living space. The home has six beds. Private and semi-private rooms are available, so a resident can have a room alone or share with a companion, and the smaller setting may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community.

Payment options include insurance or HMO coverage, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits, giving eligible residents and families access to those coverage or benefit sources for care. Rosalva Milien is the administrator, and Ssbp Management operates Farrington House. The home is one story, which may be easier for a resident who has difficulty using stairs, and pets are allowed, so someone with a pet can continue living with that animal at the community.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Merritt Island, FL

What is the average cost of assisted living in Merritt Island, FL?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Merritt Island, FL is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Merritt Island, FL?

Assisted living in Merritt Island, FL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Merritt Island, FL?

Assisted living facilities in Merritt Island, FL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Florida Medicaid cover assisted living?

Florida Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Florida) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

Assisted Living in Merritt Island at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 50/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Merritt Island, FL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 68The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Merritt Island, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90