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Best Assisted Living in Florida

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 1,511 homes in Florida

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Florida Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Assisted Living around Florida The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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Addington Place of Jupiter
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Jupiter (Abacoa)
80Yes 7 -FArhc Aljupfl01 Trs, Llc2751.9%35For-Profit-Robert GrossmanStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Benton House of Port Orange
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Port Orange (Whispering Woods Condo)
80No 2 1A-Sonida Port Orange, Llc650%6For-Profit$1,000Daniel Jose SalinasStudio / 1 Bed
Westminster Woods on Julington Creek
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Fruit Cove (Saint Johns)
60No 47 1D+Wesley Manor Inc2157.1%23Not-For-Profit-David Berlin-
Madison at Oviedo
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Oviedo
85No 27 2-Oviedo1818 Opco, Llc4967.3%82For-Profit$31,900Kristofer MunchStudio / Alcove / 1 Bed
The Gables of Gainesville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Gainesville
79Yes 15 1-1415 Fort Clarke Blvd Tenant Llc5558.2%59For-Profit$21,000Ashley D HenrySuite / 1 Bed
Oakmonte Village of Davie
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Davie
220No 56 -A+8201 Stirling Road Opco Llc1957.9%23For-Profit-Rene BuckStudio / Private / 1 Bed
Mangrove Bay
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Jupiter
75Yes 29 1-Vop Mangrove Bay, Llc2548%45For-Profit-Craig ReinmuthStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Addington Place of Titusville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Titusville
90Yes 31 -A-Arhc Tvtitfl01 Trs, Llc5074%91For-Profit$31,650Jennifer BrewerStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Riviera Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Holly Hill
80Yes 54 2-Snh Se Holly Hill Tenant Llc2070%37For-Profit$22,500Marilyn CameronStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale DeLand
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Deland (Scarlett)
89Yes 14 -A+Bkd Sterling House Of Deland, Llc2240.9%19For-Profit$2,000Kerry HeddenStudio / Suite
Terracina Grand
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Naples
200Yes 12 2A+Terracina, Llc2937.9%33For-Profit$34,000Pradeep MuleyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Seasons Belleair Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Clearwater (Bayside Court)
88No 60 1-Delta Healthcare Llc2751.9%31For-Profit$500Eunice ClarkePrivate, Semi-Private Studio / 1 Bed Suite
The Preserve at Dunedin
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Clearwater (Golda Meir Kent Jewish Ctr)
93Yes 47 --Bsh Preserve Opco Llc4434.1%54For-Profit$1,000Jacqueline M SahharStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Brennity at Tradition Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Port St. Lucie (Port Saint Lucie)
97No 9 --Welltower Tcg Ridea Tenant Llc3865.8%64For-Profit$100Darlene JeffersStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Meridian at Boca Raton
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Boca Raton (Ponderosa Drive)
168Yes 59 2-Somh Boca Raton Operating Llc1866.7%31For-Profit-Robert LordStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Buffalo Crossings is an assisted living facility located in The Villages, Florida. It offers personalized care and a vibrant community atmosphere where residents can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options. The facility emphasizes independence while providing support tailored to individual needs.
Overview of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility
Buffalo Crossings is an assisted living facility located in The Villages, Florida. It offers personalized care and a vibrant community atmosphere where residents can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options. The facility emphasizes independence while providing support tailored to individual needs.

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Brookdale Vero Beach South is an assisted living and memory care community located in Vero Beach, Florida. It offers personalized care and a meaningful life in a peaceful, coastal setting. The community provides specialized care and support for daily tasks, ensuring residents can thrive in a homelike environment.
Overview of Brookdale Vero Beach South
Brookdale Vero Beach South is an assisted living and memory care community located in Vero Beach, Florida. It offers personalized care and a meaningful life in a peaceful, coastal setting. The community provides specialized care and support for daily tasks, ensuring residents can thrive in a homelike environment.

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Brookdale Tequesta is a senior living community located in Tequesta, Florida. It offers assisted living and memory care services, providing personalized support to enhance residents' quality of life. The community features a variety of amenities and a full calendar of activities to promote engagement and well-being.
Overview of Brookdale Tequesta
Brookdale Tequesta is a senior living community located in Tequesta, Florida. It offers assisted living and memory care services, providing personalized support to enhance residents' quality of life. The community features a variety of amenities and a full calendar of activities to promote engagement and well-being.

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The Brennity at Melbourne is a senior living community in Melbourne, Florida. It offers high-quality living in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care programs for seniors aged 55 and over. Residents can enjoy a range of social activities and communal spaces designed for fun and socialization.
Overview of The Brennity at Melbourne
The Brennity at Melbourne is a senior living community in Melbourne, Florida. It offers high-quality living in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care programs for seniors aged 55 and over. Residents can enjoy a range of social activities and communal spaces designed for fun and socialization.

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Blue Heron Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Wesley Chapel, Florida. It offers a range of services including Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation. The community is designed to provide a supportive and engaging environment for residents.
Overview of Blue Heron Assisted Living
Blue Heron Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Wesley Chapel, Florida. It offers a range of services including Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation. The community is designed to provide a supportive and engaging environment for residents.

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Best Care Senior Living at Heritage Manor is an assisted living facility located in Tampa, Florida. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, home health care, and adult day care. The facility is dedicated to providing personalized care in a nurturing environment.
Overview of Best Care Senior Living at Heritage Manor
Best Care Senior Living at Heritage Manor is an assisted living facility located in Tampa, Florida. It offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, home health care, and adult day care. The facility is dedicated to providing personalized care in a nurturing environment.

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Best Care Senior Living at Central Tampa offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, and adult day care. The facility is dedicated to providing personalized care in a nurturing environment. With 24/7 staff support, residents receive the attention they need to thrive.
Overview of Best Care Senior Living at Central Tampa LLC
Best Care Senior Living at Central Tampa offers a range of services including assisted living, memory care, and adult day care. The facility is dedicated to providing personalized care in a nurturing environment. With 24/7 staff support, residents receive the attention they need to thrive.

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Berryhill Manor is a family-owned assisted living community in Milton, Florida. It offers compassionate long-term senior care and flexible DayStay programs in a warm, faith-based environment. The facility focuses on providing a close, family atmosphere with a caring, well-trained staff.
Overview of Berryhill Manor Retirement Center
Berryhill Manor is a family-owned assisted living community in Milton, Florida. It offers compassionate long-term senior care and flexible DayStay programs in a warm, faith-based environment. The facility focuses on providing a close, family atmosphere with a caring, well-trained staff.

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Sunnyside Manor

5201 BAHIA VISTA STREET, SARASOTA, FL 34232
Sunnyside Manor is a senior living community in Sarasota, Florida. It offers assisted living services with a focus on comfort, care, and community. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and have access to higher levels of care as needed.
Overview of Sunnyside Manor
Sunnyside Manor is a senior living community in Sarasota, Florida. It offers assisted living services with a focus on comfort, care, and community. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and have access to higher levels of care as needed.

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Pines of Sarasota

1251 NORTH ORANGE AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL 34236
Pines of Sarasota is a rehabilitation and senior care community located in Sarasota, Florida. It offers a range of services including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to its residents.
Overview of Pines of Sarasota
Pines of Sarasota is a rehabilitation and senior care community located in Sarasota, Florida. It offers a range of services including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to its residents.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.