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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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
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.
Aston Gardens At The Courtyards
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sun City Center
105
Facility 105
FL AVG 85
Rank #315 / 890
A-Yes
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 40
Rank #356 / 1,001
Vop Astg Courtyards, LLC19
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #291 / 853
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #292 / 853
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #287 / 853
For-Profit$3,000Twyla Dawn Sampson1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Ocala
180
Facility 180
FL AVG 85
Rank #50 / 890
A-Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #846 / 1,001
Cmcp-Pinecastle LLC43
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #291 / 853
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 33
Rank #496 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$1,500Paul W. CottaStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Angels Senior Living at the Lodges of Idlewild
AL
ADC
MC
RC
Lutz
101
Facility 101
FL AVG 85
Rank #336 / 890
A-Yes
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 40
Rank #948 / 1,001
Angels Senior Living At The Lodges Of Idlewild, LLC25
20%
Facility 20%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #169 / 853
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #215 / 853
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #114 / 853
For-Profit$5,500Dana SmithStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Brookdale Paddock Hills
AL
MC
Ocala
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 85
Rank #214 / 890
B+Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #846 / 1,001
Summerville At Ocala East LLC42
24%
Facility 24%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #240 / 853
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 33
Rank #427 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$3,000Janee Marie FlandersStudioA+
American House St. Petersburg
AL
IL
MC
RC
St. Petersburg (Saint Petersburg)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 85
Rank #214 / 890
AYes
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 40
Rank #78 / 1,001
Px Shs St. Petersburg Owner, LLC23
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #291 / 853
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 33
Rank #239 / 853
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #164 / 853
For-Profit$0Eugene Edwin ValentineStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch
AL
MC
Lakewood Ranch
86
Facility 86
FL AVG 85
Rank #444 / 890
AYes
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 40
Rank #187 / 1,001
Natures Way Alf, LLC24
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #128 / 853
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #142 / 853
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #76 / 853
For-Profit$1,000Robert Jennings1 Bed-
Palagio Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Orange Park
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 85
Rank #214 / 890
A+Yes
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 40
Rank #516 / 1,001
Opfl Ops, LLC7
14%
Facility 14%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #99 / 853
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 33
Rank #43 / 853
0.1
Facility 0.1
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #44 / 853
For-Profit$0Crystal MajorStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Blake at Pensacola
AL
MC
RC
Pensacola (North Central Pensacola)
131
Facility 131
FL AVG 85
Rank #170 / 890
B-Yes
39
Facility 39
FL AVG 40
Rank #489 / 1,001
Wt Tenant Opco LLC16
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #254 / 853
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #215 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$15,000Angela Mcleod-WilliamsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
CountrySide Lakes
AL
IL
Port Orange (Howell Place At Countryside)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 85
Rank #214 / 890
A-Yes
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 40
Rank #242 / 1,001
Shepherd Csl, LLC14
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #353 / 853
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 33
Rank #239 / 853
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #287 / 853
For-Profit$1,000Mary Kristine Williams1 Bed / 2 BedA
Grand Villa of New Port Richey
AL
ADC
MC
RC
New Port Richey
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 85
Rank #104 / 890
B+Yes
45
Facility 45
FL AVG 40
Rank #398 / 1,001
Osl Npr Operating LLC49
12%
Facility 12%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #85 / 853
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #269 / 853
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #76 / 853
For-Profit$22,150Roberta M DemeoStudio / 1 Bed-

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Overview of Aston Gardens at the Courtyards

Wake up inspired each morning with a wealth of amenities, activities, and support. Aston Gardens at the Courtyards is designed to address all the needs and wants of today’s retired seniors. Their campus in Sun City Center, Florida features three distinct communities and goes beyond being just an assisted living community. They take pride in their residents’ happiness and well-being. Whether individuals are living on their own or need additional help, the dedicated staff and elegant surroundings create a warm and welcoming environment.

Located in the heart of Sun City Center, residents have easy access to the best entertainment and medical facilities in the area. This area is an excellent place to retire, and Aston Gardens at the Courtyards is committed to ensuring that seniors have access to everything the community has to offer.

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Overview of Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle

Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle is a one-of-a-kind senior living community tucked in the peaceful neighborhood of Ocala, FL, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring a diversity of one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, the community promises comfortable and safe residences. With a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals, Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle delivers round-the-clock personalized care and assistance.

The community fosters a warm and welcoming environment, employing a whole-person approach to ensure residents remain joyful and inspired. Focusing on memory care, the Clare Bridge Training provides seniors with the utmost attention to meet their special needs. Three healthy and delicious meals are served daily to satisfy the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Brookdale Chrambrel Pinecastle provides relaxation and wellness with its wonderful amenities including a fitness center, a therapy room, a game room, a theater, business centers, an outdoor pool, a library, an arts and crafts studio, billiards, a beauty and barbershop, a porch, a piano, meeting rooms, a fish pond, a courtyard and garden, landscaped grounds, and scenic walking paths.

$3,670/Month

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Overview of Angels Senior Living at the Lodges of Idlewild

Nestled in the charming neighborhood of Lutz, FL, Angels Senior Living at the Lodges of Idlewild is an outstanding senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Indulge in the comfort, privacy, and safety of beautifully designed accommodations, built to allow easy provision of various care services. Residents find comfort in knowing that they are cared for in a way that exceeds their needs and expectations.

The community dedicates a compassionate team for enriching the lives of their residents with a variety of engaging and exciting activities, including shopping, sightseeing, eating out, and day trips. A dedicated culinary team works hard to prepare nutritious meals catered to the specific dietary needs and preferences of each resident. The community also provides a variety of amenities, including a library, beauty salon, pharmacy, and beautifully maintained outdoor areas for enjoying nature and fresh air.

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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.

$3,690/Month

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American House St. Petersburg

1101 66Th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Overview of American House St. Petersburg

With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, American House is considered to be one of the finest senior living in St. Petersburg. Its vibrant and collected design touches are designed to combat stress and any negative energy for seniors to maximize the comfort and security that the facility has to offer. Just a few minutes away from shopping districts, and enjoying the extensive coastal views of the Treasure Island, residents will surely enjoy living in a community that has convenience and tranquility at the crossroads. 

The all-inclusive amenities such as the restaurant-style dining serving chef-prepared meals; game room with billiard table; on-site spa, salon, and barbershop; and a library– among many others. The accommodating services include the weekly housekeeping and laundry services; personal and scheduled transportation; and a calendar of events. American House offers these amenities and services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. American House is definitely a sanctuary where residents can spruce up mundane moments into a delightful experience.  

 

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Overview of The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch

The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch offers assisted living and memory care in Lakewood Ranch, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

The combination may be a good fit for a resident whose needs include daily support or dementia-related supervision. The community has 86 beds and allows pets, so residents may continue living with their animals. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle limited nearby errands without a car. Robert Jennings is the administrator, and Natures Way Alf operates the community.

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Overview of Palagio Senior Living

Palagio Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Orange Park, Florida. Independent living gives residents a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks without giving up an apartment.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because a move to another care setting may not require leaving Palagio.

The community has 120 beds with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A two bedroom can work for a couple moving together, while a studio offers one person a private space.

Respite care is available for short stays. This can help when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in.

Payment options include CHAMPUS, insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, Veterans Affairs benefits, and Workers Compensation. Crystal Major serves as the administrator, and Opfl Ops operates Palagio Senior Living.

The area has a Walk Score of 37 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of The Blake at Pensacola

The Blake at Pensacola provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Pensacola, Florida. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 131 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A two-bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a studio provides one private living space. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

The Blake at Pensacola is in the North Central Pensacola neighborhood, where the Walk Score is 39. Most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine shopping and other errands. Angela Mcleod-Williams serves as the administrator, and Wt Tenant Opco operates the community.

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Overview of CountrySide Lakes

CountrySide Lakes offers assisted living and independent living in Port Orange, Florida. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels means a resident’s needs can grow over time without requiring a move outside the community. The community is in the Howell Place At Countryside neighborhood and has 120 beds.

Housing includes one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, with a two-bedroom option for a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with a pet.

The area has a Walk Score of 59 and is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can complete some nearby errands independently; Mary Kristine Williams serves as the administrator, and Shepherd Csl operates the community.

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Overview of Grand Villa of New Port Richey

Situated in the picturesque grounds of Congress Street, New Port Richey, FL, the Grand Villa of New Port Richey is a renowned senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. Spend your golden years surrounded by warm and welcoming residences in variations of studio and one-bedroom floor plans. Taking pride in a compassionate and highly trained team that handles the maintenance and other household responsibilities, Grand Villa of New Port Richey ensures seniors live in comfort and convenience.

With innovative Resident Care Technology, the community strives to meet residents’ ever-changing needs and aspirations for a worry-free retirement. Explore new interests and celebrate milestones with a robust calendar of activities and events. Enjoy mealtimes with friends over delicious dining options that cater to dietary needs and tastes. Grand Villa of New Port Richey is ideal for seniors aiming to create lasting moments in their golden years.

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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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Assisted Living in Florida at a glance

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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 1062 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.