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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,053 assisted living communities in Florida using Florida 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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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,644The average monthly cost across facilities in Florida. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Florida. 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: 89The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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

Sandhill Cove Retirement Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Palm City
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 89
Rank #843 / 1074
No
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 40
Rank #1301 / 1486
---------1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Moorings Park Grande Lake
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Naples (Central Naples)
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 89
Rank #406 / 1074
Yes
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 40
Rank #1282 / 1486
---------2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 BedA+
The Palace Royale at Kendall
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Miami
510
Facility 510
FL AVG 89
Rank #1 / 1074
No
51
Facility 51
FL AVG 40
Rank #503 / 1486
Kendall Healthcare Properties
94
Facility 94
FL AVG 83
Rank #162 / 876
28
35.7%
Facility 35.7%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #180 / 919
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 33
Rank #401 / 919
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #64 / 919
For-Profit-Ricardo A MartinezStudio / 1 bed-
Oak Hammock at the University of Florida
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Gainesville
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 89
Rank #582 / 1074
No
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 40
Rank #1343 / 1486
Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida, Inc
92
Facility 92
FL AVG 83
Rank #237 / 876
18
44.4%
Facility 44.4%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #282 / 919
16
Facility 16
FL AVG 33
Rank #232 / 919
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #64 / 919
Not-For-Profit$1,750Brittany Matus-RayStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Vi at Aventura
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Aventura
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 89
Rank #872 / 1074
No
69
Facility 69
FL AVG 40
Rank #223 / 1486
Cc Aventura LLC
92
Facility 92
FL AVG 83
Rank #237 / 876
17
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #506 / 919
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 33
Rank #289 / 919
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #331 / 919
For-Profit$500Martine Cesaire-Francois1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Vi at Lakeside Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lantana
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 89
Rank #695 / 1074
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1224 / 1486
Meridian Park Village Limited Partnership
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 83
Rank #314 / 876
15
53.3%
Facility 53.3%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #403 / 919
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #151 / 919
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #18 / 919
For-Profit$6,025Hauremarie Anne Simeus1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Westminster St. Augustine
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
St. Augustine
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 89
Rank #843 / 1074
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 40
Rank #1403 / 1486
Westminster Pines, Inc
96
Facility 96
FL AVG 83
Rank #100 / 876
14
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #470 / 919
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #161 / 919
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #64 / 919
Not-For-Profit-Misty DegrossStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
The Fountains of Melbourne
AL
NH
IL
Melbourne
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
Yes
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 40
Rank #992 / 1486
Krc Melbourne, Limited Partnership
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 83
Rank #657 / 876
35
62.9%
Facility 62.9%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #576 / 919
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 33
Rank #612 / 919
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #331 / 919
For-Profit$8,300Danielle Marie Broderick1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Terracina Grand
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Naples
200
Facility 200
FL AVG 89
Rank #38 / 1074
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1224 / 1486
Terracina, LLC
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 83
Rank #641 / 876
31
41.9%
Facility 41.9%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #253 / 919
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 33
Rank #553 / 919
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #458 / 919
For-Profit$34,000Pradeep MuleyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Moorings Park at Grey Oaks
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Naples (Bears Paw)
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 89
Rank #406 / 1074
No
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 40
Rank #1356 / 1486
----------A+
Stratford Court of Boca Pointe
AL
NH
IL
MC
Boca Raton (Boca Del Mar)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 89
Rank #695 / 1074
Yes
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 40
Rank #864 / 1486
---------1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Westminster Baldwin Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Orlando (Northeast Orlando)
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 89
Rank #875 / 1074
No
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 40
Rank #976 / 1486
Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc-1
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #1 / 919
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 33
Rank #16 / 919
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #167 / 919
Not-For-Profit-Laure Zulkowski1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Brookdale St. Augustine
AL
NH
MC
St. Augustine (St. Augustine Shores)
115
Facility 115
FL AVG 89
Rank #349 / 1074
No
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 40
Rank #590 / 1486
Summerville At St Augustine LLC
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 83
Rank #589 / 876
33
27.3%
Facility 27.3%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #126 / 919
35
Facility 35
FL AVG 33
Rank #541 / 919
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #331 / 919
For-Profit$7,550Theodore BoltStudio / 1 Bed-
Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Sarasota (John Ringling)
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 89
Rank #740 / 1074
Yes
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 40
Rank #850 / 1486
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Meridian At Westwood
AL
NH
IL
MC
RC
Fort Walton Beach
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 89
Rank #135 / 1074
No
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 40
Rank #850 / 1486
Pacifica Walton Beach LLC
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 83
Rank #314 / 876
28
50%
Facility 50%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #341 / 919
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 33
Rank #414 / 919
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #64 / 919
For-Profit$5,500Janet MashburnStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
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Overview of Blue Fountain Home Care

Blue Fountain Home Care is a senior living community seated in the vibrant city of Palm Bay, FL. This senior living community offers assisted living, adult day care. respite and hospice care, as well as memory care services. Their long-term residents are provided assistance with activities of daily living, 24 hour staff availability for supervision and assistance, and medication management, as well as meal provisions made with consideration to their nutritional needs.

This senior living community boasts of the rich array of amenities, programs, and services that they provide to their residents such as incontinence care, skin care, medical transportation, access to handicap friendly areas and facilities, as well as art and fitness programs designed to promote their body and mind well being.

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Ocala Senior Living

11311 Sw 95Th Cir, Ocala, FL 34481
Overview of Ocala Senior Living

Ocala Senior Living in Ocala, Florida, offers memory care, independent living, respite care, and assisted living services tailored to seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, Ocala Senior Living provides peace of mind to families in the community.

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Overview of The Windsor at Ortega

A proud member of the Legend Senior Living Group, The Windsor at Ortega is an upscale community located in Jacksonville that is strategically located near neighboring town centers and medical centers. The Windsor at Ortega strives to provide a luxurious community by offering a modern approach to senior living that is accessible to world-class healthcare. The assisted living community strives to change the meaning of aging for all its residents by encouraging them to still live life on their own terms and choose the lifestyle that they prefer.

Management boasts a team of dedicated professionals who are available to attend to all seniors 24 hours a day. The Windsor at Ortega is considered the most coveted assisted living community in Jacksonville, and one that has been trusted by many families over the years. A few of the all-inclusive amenities include an emergency call system in each room; supervision and assistance with day-to-day activities; assistance with the coordination of medical appointments, among others; and daily housekeeping and linen service, among others. These all-inclusive amenities are centered on providing an active lifestyle for the residents. 

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Overview of Tessera of Brandon

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Oakfield Drive, Brandon, FL, Tessera Brandon is a reliable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring 87 snug and sophisticated residences, the community ensures seniors spend their best years comfortably and conveniently. Let go of your woes and do the things you love with the utmost care and assistance from a reliable and well-trained team.

Maintain wellness and have fun through a wide array of engaging activities and wellness programs. Enjoy dining at your pace in multiple venues with delightful dining options catering to dietary needs and preferences. Tessera Brandon strives to create a safe place for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly while receiving the finest care and assistance for their ever-changing needs.

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Brookdale Mandarin

10790 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
Overview of Brookdale Mandarin

Enticing seniors and guests with its welcoming neighborhood, Brookdale Mandarin is an idyllic senior living community located on Old Street, Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, offering assisted living and its exclusive Brookdale HealthPlus. The community offers diverse living areas for seniors’ comfort and safety including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Encouraging its residents to enjoy a life free of worries and cherish little moments, Brookdale Mandarin doubles its effort to improve seniors’ quality of life.

The community aims to provide seniors with everything they need and interests them by orchestrating fun and exciting activities. Meals are prepared based on the seniors’ needs and preferences for their satisfaction. Take time to read at the library or talk with friends in the courtyard and garden. Brookdale Mandarin is a great place to live with its fabulous amenities including a therapy pool, a game room, a theater, a general store, an outdoor pool, a beauty and barbershop, a porch, a chapel, an arts and crafts studio, a clinic, and business centers.

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Overview of Brookdale Paddock Hills

Brookdale Paddock Hills in Ocala, Florida, offers a unique approach to senior living, with industry-leading memory care and personalized assisted living services. The inviting community provides comfortable, spacious residences with large windows and garden views, as well as cozy common areas, pet-friendly apartments, and restaurant-style dining. Residents can enjoy vacation-style amenities, including housekeeping and laundry services, along with a full events and activity calendar to keep them engaged. The assisted living program features trained caregivers who help with daily living tasks, while the memory care program offers specially designed environments and associates trained to care for seniors living with cognitive challenges.

Brookdale Paddock Hills’ memory care activities are carefully designed to provide residents with a sense of purpose, meaning, and belonging, even in the later stages of dementia. Residents can participate in trivia games, art classes, bingo, and social events, as well as enjoy dementia-friendly dining experiences with familiar and easy-to-manage selections.

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Elegance at Lake Worth

9948 Woodwind Ln, Lake Worth Corridor, FL 33467
Overview of Elegance at Lake Worth

Set in the peaceful Woodwind Lane, Lake Worth Corridor, FL, is the prominent senior living community of Elegance at Lake Worth that provides assisted living and memory support. With purposely built accommodations and cozy spaces, the community ensures seniors experience unrivaled comfort and safety. Forget worries and live life to the fullest with a respectful and highly skilled team lending extra hands whenever you need it.

Rekindle passions and learn new things with enriching activities and enjoyable programs that aim to keep residents active and well-connected. Chat with friends over delightful and well-balanced dining options for the finest dining experience. Elegance at Lake Worth goes above and beyond to create a haven for seniors to experience a glorious retirement with its incredible amenities and exceptional services.

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Overview of The Pointe at Plantation

Five Star Premier Residences of Plantation is an upscale senior living community based in Plantation, FL. This community offers both Independent Living and Assisted Living, ensuring seniors receive the care they need in a comfortable setting. Residents can enjoy stunning lakefront views from their screened-in patios, socialize over Happy Hour cocktails in the Oasis Lounge, or indulge in delicious meals, including the chef’s signature surf and turf, in the elegant dining hall.

Focused on creating a welcoming environment where seniors can thrive and stay engaged, the community offers various amenities and programs designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. Recognized as Best Assisted Living by U.S. News and World Report, the community proves its dedication to delivering excellent senior living experience. With amenities such as a library, beauty salon, housekeeping, restaurant-style dining, heated swimming pool, and community piano, residents have plenty of spaces to live an engaged life.

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Overview of A Country Place Assisted Living Facility

Conveniently located in Tampa, FL, A Country Place Assisted Living Facility is a dependable senior living community that provides its residents with a safe environment for assisted living. Catering to the needs of residents needing additional assistance, the community provides support with daily living activities, medication assistance, and other help residents may require. The community features a dependable care team consisting of licensed nurses and an expertly trained dementia care team for residents who need memory support.

Residents here enjoy the social and recreational opportunities brought by the community’s fun and engaging activities. Making sure residents are always nourished and energized, the community also offers delicious and healthy meals. An array of convenient services, such as housekeeping and laundry are also offered to liberate residents from the tedious chores and task lists.

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Overview of John Knox Village of Florida, INC.

Located in Pompano Beach, Florida, John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is a nonprofit nursing home and continuing care retirement community that operates within a gated campus in Broward County. The 64-bed facility offers skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and respite care. It accepts Medicare and private pay.

The facility’s inspection record is one of the cleanest in Florida. Across 19 inspections between 2013 and 2023, it averaged 1.4 deficiencies per year, about 70% below Florida’s average of 4.6. Deficiencies across the period were staffing documentation, background screening, and dietary standards. There were no recorded fines or enforcement actions.

The facility’s clearest strength is its staffing. Total adjusted nurse staffing runs 5 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, running about 33% above the state’s average of 4 hours and 25 minutes.

CMS gives the facility 4 stars overall, including a 4-star rating score for its staffing levels. The offset is a 1-star Quality Measures rating, mainly driven by antipsychotic use that is well above Florida’s average. This measure may be relevant for families considering long-term placement.

The facility’s occupancy rate is 84.3%, well above the state’s average, so open beds are limited. The campus includes on-site rehabilitation, an aquatic complex, a fitness studio, and a spa and barbershop within a 24/7 secured, gated setting.

John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. may be suitable for residents seeking post-acute Medicare rehabilitation or a structured continuing care continuum, with staffing and inspection performance well above state averages.

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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 Florida

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 1053 assisted living facilities in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Florida?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Florida, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Florida?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.