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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: 42/ 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: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. 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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
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.
Best Care Senior Living at St. Pete LLC
AL
ADC
HC
MC
NH
St. Petersburg (Historic Uptown)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
Yes
78
Facility 78
FL AVG 42
Rank #123 / 1,427
Best Care Senior Living At St Pete LLC77
68%
Facility 68%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #645 / 906
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 33
Rank #867 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$39,928Candace Gray-A+
Seacoast at Uptown Oaks
AL
MC
Tampa
160
Facility 160
FL AVG 88
Rank #108 / 1,058
No
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 42
Rank #165 / 1,427
Sctt Alf LLC35
60%
Facility 60%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #505 / 906
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 33
Rank #688 / 906
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #540 / 906
For-Profit$2,500Rebecca Haugland--
Colonial Assisted Living at West Palm Beach Fl
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
West Palm Beach
152
Facility 152
FL AVG 88
Rank #130 / 1,058
No
98
Facility 98
FL AVG 42
Rank #3 / 1,427
Senior Housing Management Provider LLC58
53%
Facility 53%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #378 / 906
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 33
Rank #817 / 906
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #540 / 906
For-Profit$36,700Nichelle Williams--
Brookdale at Home® Palm Beach Gardens
AL
IL
MC
Palm Beach Gardens
155
Facility 155
FL AVG 88
Rank #123 / 1,058
Yes
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 42
Rank #638 / 1,427
Bkd Palm Beach Gardens, LLC24
54%
Facility 54%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #397 / 906
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 33
Rank #561 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$5,000Ashley Dubay--
Magnolia ALF
AL
Sebring
71
Facility 71
FL AVG 88
Rank #628 / 1,058
No
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 42
Rank #186 / 1,427
Serenity 2 LLC10
100%
Facility 100%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #901 / 906
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #187 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$2,000Shimon Kopershtok--
Sunscape Boca Raton
AL
MC
RC
Boca Raton (Boca Del Mar)
116
Facility 116
FL AVG 88
Rank #333 / 1,058
Yes
81
Facility 81
FL AVG 42
Rank #95 / 1,427
Sunscape Boca Raton Sa Opco, LLC7
71%
Facility 71%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #693 / 906
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 33
Rank #105 / 906
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #540 / 906
For-Profit-Jeremy Ganisin--
Ingleside ALF Home, LLC
AL
Jacksonville (Avondale)
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 88
Rank #868 / 1,058
No
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 42
Rank #211 / 1,427
Ingleside Alf Home, LLC4
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #1 / 906
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 33
Rank #40 / 906
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 906
For-Profit-Era Mcgill--
Royal Dalton House the
AL
IL
MC
RC
Homosassa
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 88
Rank #596 / 1,058
No
31
Facility 31
FL AVG 42
Rank #904 / 1,427
The Royal Dalton House LLC7
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #1 / 906
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 33
Rank #77 / 906
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 906
For-Profit-Michael R Whyte--
Atlantic Shores Retirement Residence
AL
IL
Pompano Beach (Country Club Isles)
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 88
Rank #848 / 1,058
Yes
35
Facility 35
FL AVG 42
Rank #839 / 1,427
Your Legacy Managing Group LLC19
79%
Facility 79%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #792 / 906
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #451 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$1,000Eliezer MerisierStudio / Semi-Private RoomsA+
Brookdale West Palm Beach
AL
IL
West Palm Beach
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 88
Rank #596 / 1,058
Yes
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 42
Rank #976 / 1,427
Brookdale Living Communities Of Florida, Inc30
67%
Facility 67%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #603 / 906
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 33
Rank #688 / 906
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #722 / 906
For-Profit$12,657Shawn Gibbons1 Bed / 2 BedA+

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every FL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,047 on this page.

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Overview of Best Care Senior Living at St. Pete

Ideally situated in the charming neighborhood of 9th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL, Best Care Senior Living at St. Pete is an outstanding senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, adult day services, and home health care. Seniors and families can rest their worries with a dedicated and highly qualified team delivering the highest quality of care and support around the clock. Moreover, purposely designed amenities and vibrant spaces are provided to enhance cognition and promote safety.

Enrich your retirement with fun activities and stimulating programs for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. The community also offers respite care for one to two weeks, providing ample time for caregivers to rest. Best Care Senior Living at St. Pete is great for seniors aiming to make the most out of their best years while receiving the utmost attention they deserve.

Contact Best Care Senior Living at St. Pete LLC

Overview of Seacoast at Uptown Oaks

Seacoast at Uptown Oaks is a 160-bed, non-profit assisted living and memory care community that provides 24-hour staffing and rehabilitation services. The facility features dietitian-regulated meals, large private rooms, and a program to help residents adjust during their transition into the building. On-site amenities include an entertainment room, an outdoor walking area with shaded gazebos, a salon, and scheduled weekly shopping trips.

State oversight records from the past five years show 47 total deficiencies across 34 separate inspections, which averages out to about 8 citations a year. This frequency tracks 74% higher than the Florida state baseline. Every single review on file turned up at least one violation, giving the community a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate for clean evaluations.

Over the years, the facility ran into repeated problems with medication management, staff training, building maintenance, and resident supervision. These citations have remained persistent, with seven noted in late 2024, four in January 2025, and three during the most recent review in August 2025. The provider has never received any fines or severe enforcement actions, and they are currently working on correcting the latest findings.

Families considering this community should look carefully at these ongoing compliance patterns to ensure the facility can safely handle their relative’s care needs. Since state records show a steady history of citations regarding training, building safety, and medication, asking the management team for proof of their current corrective steps is a necessary precaution. It is also a good idea to schedule an in-person tour to inspect the building’s upkeep yourself and watch how closely the staff monitors residents throughout the day.

Contact Seacoast at Uptown Oaks

Overview of Colonial Assisted Living at West Palm Beach Fl

Colonial Assisted Living at West Palm Beach is a 152-bed facility operated by Senior Housing Management Provider LLC. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, short-term respite care, and rehabilitation services. On-site features include private rooms, restaurant-style dining, and a daily schedule of activities like exercise classes, crafts, and social outings. Staff members support multiple languages, including English, Creole, Spanish, Hebrew, and Russian. Situated in a downtown neighborhood with a Walk Score of 98, the property provides immediate pedestrian access to local services and accepts Medicaid and Veterans Affairs benefits.

State regulatory summaries tracking 58 separate inspections between January 2013 and February 2025 document 74 total line-item deficiencies over the facility’s history. This volume stands about 124% higher than the typical Florida average, and because 57 of those 58 state visits turned up at least one compliance mark on initial paperwork, the home has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection.

Historical files note recurring infractions involving medication management, staffing standards, background screening updates, and physical plant safety, which resulted in 15 administrative fines totaling $36,700. However, public records indicate a major shift in modern compliance, as the most recent evaluation on February 7, 2025, came back entirely clean with zero deficiencies noted.

Prospective representatives evaluating long-term care options in the area can use these government tracking logs to weigh the property’s administrative history. Since the state data highlights a high historical citation volume and significant fines alongside a completely clean evaluation at the close of its tracking period, verifying how the team maintains these modern corrections is a smart safeguard. Planning a personal walkthrough is an effective next step to evaluate the physical plant yourself, view the residential spaces, and talk with the supervisors about financial aid and care coordination.

Contact Colonial Assisted Living at West Palm Beach Fl

Brookdale at Home® Palm Beach Gardens

800 Village Square Crossing Suite 203, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Overview of Brookdale at Home® Palm Beach Gardens

Brookdale at Home Palm Beach Gardens is an exceptional private in-home care provider based in Village Square Crossing, Suite 203, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, offering companion care, personal care, and respite care. The community commits to delivering hands-on care and assistance to seniors in the comforts of their homes. Brookdale at Home Palm Beach Gardens boasts a team of compassionate, reliable, and trustworthy professionals, ensuring seniors are relaxed and well-respected.

The community promotes a dependable and strong relationship with the seniors to meet their needs. No qualifications are needed and seniors with their families can ask Brookdale at Home Palm Beach Gardens to lend extra hands for support whenever necessary. For a better quality of living, Brookdale at Home Palm Beach Gardens delivers top-notch care and assistance in the comforts of home.

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Overview of Magnolia ALF

Magnolia ALF is a 71-bed, non-profit community that provides assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services, and short-term respite stays. The facility offers round-the-clock staffing, personal care, a garden courtyard, and integrated wellness and activity programming designed to meet diverse resident needs.

Data covering the facility’s 18-month operating history since its June 2024 opening document 12 total deficiencies across four separate inspections, an annual average of 6.0 citations that tracks 30% worse than the standard Florida state average. Every review conducted on-site has turned up at least one minor infraction, resulting in a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate for entirely clean reports.

While the initial launch review in mid-2024 noted just one physical plant safety issue, the facility faced a significant escalation during concurrent checks in October 2025; a routine inspection cited eight deficiencies involving staffing standards, financial stability reports, background checks, and dementia training, while a matching complaint visit flagged three issues with resident supervision, building safety, and records. These documented corrections currently remain pending, and no financial fines or state enforcement penalties have been issued against the provider to date.

Families investigating senior living options should carefully consider this initial track record when examining the community. Because the state files show a recent cluster of citations across staffing, supervision, and building maintenance that are still being resolved, asking the administration for a direct update on their current corrective actions is an essential precaution. Planning a physical walkthrough of the property also allows you to check out the layout yourself and see how the team manages daily care routines.

Contact Magnolia ALF

Overview of Sunscape Boca Raton

Sunscape Boca Raton is a 116-bed for-profit assisted living and memory care community operated by Sunscape Boca Raton Sa Opco, LLC, and managed by administrator Jeremy Ganisin. The facility features 24-hour staffing, nursing services, rehabilitation support, and respite care. Serving residents with tri-lingual staff fluent in English, Spanish, and Creole, the pet-friendly environment provides anytime restaurant-style dining and comprehensive wellness programming. Standard services encompass chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and personal laundry, with monthly pricing starting at $4,850 for assisted living and $7,330 for memory care.

State compliance tracking over two years details a total of three deficiencies across three separate evaluations, averaging one infraction annually. This rate is 78% lower than the state average. While the facility maintained a zero citations-per-inspection rate during its first two operational reviews, its most recent September 2025 inspection identified three distinct gaps. These noted infractions involved resident elopement standards, infection control protocols, and the availability of emergency care equipment. The provider has received no financial penalties or severe administrative enforcement actions to date.

Prospective residents weighing newer senior living options can utilize the community’s early history of minimal citations as an encouraging baseline. Because the community possesses a relatively short operational track record, arranging an on-site visit remains an effective method for evaluating service delivery. Directing questions to the program directors regarding their updated elopement safety protocols and active infection controls can ensure current practices align with your expectations.

Contact Sunscape Boca Raton

Ingleside ALF Home, LLC

1433 Ingleside Avenue, 1909 Perry Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Overview of Ingleside ALF Home

Ingleside Alf Home LLC in Jacksonville, FL, is an assisted living community that offers assistance with daily living activities. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a home-like setting, the community ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. Housekeeping, freshly-prepared meals, and recreational activities are among the exceptional services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. With a well-experienced care team, residents receive the utmost attention and care to maintain their independence.

Games, fitness exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to explore interests and create meaningful moments. With a lush garden and cozy communal areas, residents can freely interact with their surroundings and relax. Residents also have quick access to necessities and leisure amenities, including St. Vincent’s Medical Center, the St. Johns River, parks, restaurants, and public transportation. This assisted living community is committed to helping older adults live comfortably in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in Florida.

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Overview of Royal Dalton House The

Royal Dalton House is a 76-bed, non-profit assisted living and memory care facility that provides 24-hour staffing and on-site rehabilitation services. The community features several dining setups, including a main dining room and patio seating, along with short-term respite stays, a movie theater, a secured courtyard, a putting green, and a physical therapy program. Living suites are equipped with kitchenettes, and the building includes an emergency backup generator.

State oversight summaries spanning more than six years show a total of zero deficiencies across six separate inspections. The facility maintains a consistent record of achieving a zero citations-per-inspection rate for violations, with every evaluation since its initial opening in 2018 coming back entirely clear. This perfect streak extends through its most recent reviews, including evaluations from June and September of 2024. The provider has never received any fines or faced any administrative enforcement actions.

Families researching comprehensive care options can view this flawless state record as a strong indicator of reliable daily operations and strict compliance. Because the building has completely avoided the common regulatory issues that many communities encounter, the data reflects a very stable environment. It is still a smart practice to visit the property in person to see the therapy spaces firsthand and speak with the care team about how they organize their daily memory support routines.

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Overview of Atlantic Shores Retirement Residence

Beautifully set in the scenic neighborhood of Pompano Beach, FL, Atlantic Shores Retirement Residence is an exceptional community that offers independent living and assisted living. Alongside top-tier care around the clock, beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy a hassle-free living, as housekeeping and laundry services are taken care of.

A jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delectable and healthy dining options. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Brookdale West Palm Beach

6100 Common Cir, West Palm Beach, FL 33417
Overview of Brookdale West Palm Beach

Set in the charming neighborhood of Common Circle, West Palm Beach, FL is the reliable senior living community of Brookdale West Palm Beach offering assisted living and independent living. Featuring snug and sophisticated residences in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. Moreover, a team of kind and highly trained professionals strive to help seniors with their daily living activities and personal needs 24/7 for a worry-free retirement.

Try new hobbies and rediscover old interests with a wide array of engaging activities and exciting programs catering to residents’ interests and strengths. Brookdale West Palm Beach also provides delightful dining options and concierge services to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations. Amenities include an outdoor pool, fitness center, a library, a game room, transportation, and serene walking paths, ensuring seniors have a joyous and well-engaged retirement.

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Weighting overview

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

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  • 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 1047 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.