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Best Assisted Living in Tavares, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Tavares, 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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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Tavares, FL our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Tavares, FL.
3 homes
Other senior care options in Tavares:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

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Avg Walk Score: 27/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tavares, 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tavares, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Brookdale Tavares
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tavares
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
Yes
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 42
Rank #864 / 1,427
Vop Tavares, LLC30
37%
Facility 37%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #179 / 906
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #451 / 906
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #153 / 906
For-Profit$2,150Kelley YoderSuiteA+
Brookdale Lake Tavares
AL
East Tavares
110
Facility 110
FL AVG 88
Rank #369 / 1,058
Yes
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 42
Rank #864 / 1,427
Blc Tavares Gc LLC16
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #186 / 906
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 33
Rank #289 / 906
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #540 / 906
For-Profit$1,750Brenda Suzanne Jarmer1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Alto Tavares – Tavares, FL
AL
MC
Tavares
-Yes
16
Facility 16
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,159 / 1,427
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every FL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Tavares.

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Brookdale Tavares is an assisted living community located in Tavares, Florida, known for its famed seaplane base and marina on Lake Dora. The community offers a peaceful oasis in the heart of Tavares, with a quiet neighborhood setting just a short drive from downtown Tavares and its quaint local cafes and shops. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and amenities, including a scenic seaplane tour, attending a show at the historic Tavares Pavilion on the Lake, taking a scenic bike ride or hike on the Tavares Nature Park Trail, and visiting the Lake County Historical Museum.

Brookdale Tavares features a range of amenities and activities to keep residents engaged and active. The community offers a walking club, weekly nature watches, and an on-campus salon for residents to try out different hairdos. Residents can also enjoy quality time with friends and family over a hot cup of coffee by the fireside.

Phone: (352) 343-2500

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Recognized as the Best Assisted Living of 2024 by US News and World Report, Brookdale Lake Tavares is a distinguished senior living community nestled in the serene Caroline Street East, Tavares, FL offering assisted living. The community features well-designed floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. With round-the-clock personalized care and assistance, the community promises to deliver a better quality of life.

Take in the picturesque scenery of the neighborhood and enjoy outdoor recreation with activities and programs carefully chosen by Brookdale Lake Tavares. Delight with healthy and delicious meals served from breakfast to dinner. Walk around the beautifully landscaped grounds with pets and experience fabulous amenities including a beauty and barbershop, a therapy room, a game room, a piano, a library, a porch, and an arts and crafts studio.

Phone: (352) 343-6464

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Discover Alto Tavares, a vibrant senior living community in Tavares, FL. The community offers personalized assisted living and memory care services, designed to enhance the quality of life. Residents can choose from a variety of cozy accommodations, tailored to individual preferences. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can receive the unparalleled care and services that they deserve.

Enjoy a comfortable lifestyle with a variety of cozy accommodations, delicious chef-prepared meals, and engaging activities. Stay active with aquatic fitness classes, explore wellness through the Smart Nutrition + Wellness course, or indulge in creative outlets like art classes. The community offers endless opportunities for inspiration, connection, and joy, from off-site excursions to pop-up art galleries. Meet new friends and build lasting connections within its beautiful spaces. With Alto Tavares, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

Phone: (352) 268-1301

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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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Data source Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Tavares, FL

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Tavares, FL is approximately $4,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in Tavares, FL typically ranges from $3,500–$5,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in Tavares, 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.

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