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Compare Assisted Living around Florida
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.
| The Palace Royale at Kendall | AL HC IL MC NH SNF | Miami | 510
Facility
510
FL AVG
88
Rank
#1 / 1058 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
FL AVG
40
Rank
#503 / 1487 | Kendall Healthcare Properties | 94
Facility
94
FL AVG
83
Rank
#162 / 876 | 28 | 35.7%
Facility
35.7%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#172 / 907 | 25
Facility
25
FL AVG
33
Rank
#391 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | For-Profit | - | Ricardo A Martinez | Studio / 1 bed | - |
| Oak Hammock at the University of Florida | AL MC NH SNF | Gainesville | 80
Facility
80
FL AVG
88
Rank
#570 / 1058 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1344 / 1487 | 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
#274 / 907 | 16
Facility
16
FL AVG
33
Rank
#223 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | $1,750 | Brittany Matus-Ray | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Vi at Lakeside Village | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Lantana | 60
Facility
60
FL AVG
88
Rank
#681 / 1058 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1225 / 1487 | 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
#395 / 907 | 11
Facility
11
FL AVG
33
Rank
#142 / 907 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#9 / 907 | For-Profit | $6,025 | Hauremarie Anne Simeus | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Vi at Aventura | AL IL MC NH SNF | Aventura | 26
Facility
26
FL AVG
88
Rank
#855 / 1058 | No |
69
Facility
69
FL AVG
40
Rank
#223 / 1487 | Cc Aventura LLC | 92
Facility
92
FL AVG
83
Rank
#237 / 876 | 17 | 58.8%
Facility
58.8%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#497 / 907 | 19
Facility
19
FL AVG
33
Rank
#280 / 907 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#320 / 907 | For-Profit | $500 | Martine Cesaire-Francois | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Terracina Grand | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Naples | 200
Facility
200
FL AVG
88
Rank
#38 / 1058 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1225 / 1487 | Terracina, LLC | 76
Facility
76
FL AVG
83
Rank
#641 / 876 | 31 | 41.9%
Facility
41.9%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#245 / 907 | 36
Facility
36
FL AVG
33
Rank
#543 / 907 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#446 / 907 | For-Profit | $34,000 | Pradeep Muley | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Westminster Oaks Tallahassee | AL IL MC NH SNF | Tallahassee | 120
Facility
120
FL AVG
88
Rank
#253 / 1058 | Yes |
1
Facility
1
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1429 / 1487 | Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc | 95
Facility
95
FL AVG
83
Rank
#128 / 876 | 23 | 39.1%
Facility
39.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#208 / 907 | 21
Facility
21
FL AVG
33
Rank
#307 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Karen Myers | - | - |
| The Mayflower at Winter Park | AL IL MC NH SNF | Winter Park | 55
Facility
55
FL AVG
88
Rank
#734 / 1058 | No |
13
Facility
13
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1204 / 1487 | Mayflower Retirement Center, Inc | 91
Facility
91
FL AVG
83
Rank
#281 / 876 | 17 | 70.6%
Facility
70.6%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#699 / 907 | 21
Facility
21
FL AVG
33
Rank
#307 / 907 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#446 / 907 | For-Profit | $1,000 | Kimberly Arunakul | - | - |
| Westminster St. Augustine | AL IL MC NH SNF | St. Augustine | 36
Facility
36
FL AVG
88
Rank
#827 / 1058 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1404 / 1487 | Westminster Pines, Inc | 96
Facility
96
FL AVG
83
Rank
#100 / 876 | 14 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#461 / 907 | 12
Facility
12
FL AVG
33
Rank
#152 / 907 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#55 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Misty Degross | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Westminster Woods on Julington Creek | AL IL MC NH SNF | Fruit Cove (Saint Johns) | 80
Facility
80
FL AVG
88
Rank
#570 / 1058 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
FL AVG
40
Rank
#570 / 1487 | Wesley Manor, Inc | 93
Facility
93
FL AVG
83
Rank
#203 / 876 | 21 | 57.1%
Facility
57.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#461 / 907 | 23
Facility
23
FL AVG
33
Rank
#351 / 907 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#320 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | David Berlin | - | C- |
| Addington Place at College Harbor | AL IL NH SNF | St. Petersburg | 90
Facility
90
FL AVG
88
Rank
#522 / 1058 | No |
3
Facility
3
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1384 / 1487 | Arhc Alspgfl01 Trs LLC | 89
Facility
89
FL AVG
83
Rank
#342 / 876 | 27 | 48.1%
Facility
48.1%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#320 / 907 | 29
Facility
29
FL AVG
33
Rank
#453 / 907 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#320 / 907 | For-Profit | $5,500 | Kathleen Tyler | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Canterbury Tower | AL IL NH RC SNF | Tampa (South Tampa) | 17
Facility
17
FL AVG
88
Rank
#873 / 1058 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
FL AVG
40
Rank
#407 / 1487 | Canterbury Towers, Inc | 95
Facility
95
FL AVG
83
Rank
#128 / 876 | 5 | 40%
Facility
40%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#212 / 907 | 8
Facility
8
FL AVG
33
Rank
#97 / 907 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#727 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Joyce Mitchell | - | A+ |
| Cypress Village | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Jacksonville (Southside) | 112
Facility
112
FL AVG
88
Rank
#360 / 1058 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1204 / 1487 | Ccrc Opco - Cypress Village, LLC | 91
Facility
91
FL AVG
83
Rank
#281 / 876 | 22 | 45.5%
Facility
45.5%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#293 / 907 | 29
Facility
29
FL AVG
33
Rank
#453 / 907 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#545 / 907 | For-Profit | $500 | William Rouse | 1 bed / 2 bed | - |
| Westminster Baldwin Park | AL IL MC NH SNF | Orlando (Northeast Orlando) | 24
Facility
24
FL AVG
88
Rank
#858 / 1058 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
FL AVG
40
Rank
#977 / 1487 | Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc | - | 1 | 0%
Facility
0%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#1 / 907 | 1
Facility
1
FL AVG
33
Rank
#7 / 907 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#158 / 907 | Not-For-Profit | - | Laure Zulkowski | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| Moorings Park Grande Lake | AL IL MC NH SNF | Naples (Central Naples) | 106
Facility
106
FL AVG
88
Rank
#397 / 1058 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1283 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed | A+ |
| Moorings Park at Grey Oaks | AL IL MC NH SNF | Naples (Bears Paw) | 106
Facility
106
FL AVG
88
Rank
#397 / 1058 | No |
5
Facility
5
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1357 / 1487 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | A+ |
At 534 Datura Street in downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, Colonial Assisted Living operates as a mid-rise community delivering assisted living and specialized memory care services.
The facility maintains 24-hour nursing staffing and on-site nursing services to support resident care needs. Rehabilitation services address physical recovery and mobility, while respite care provides temporary support for caregivers. The memory care program specifically serves residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive decline conditions, operating with staff trained in dementia-specific care approaches.
Colonial Assisted Living does not hold CMS certification for Medicare or Medicaid, functioning instead as a private-pay community. Residents and families access support through Florida’s Long-Term Care Waiver and other state assistance pathways based on income and eligibility.
The community’s downtown location delivers exceptional neighborhood walkability. A Walk Score of 96 ranks the facility 11th of 1,485 Florida assisted living residences for accessibility, translating to a walker’s paradise where residents accomplish daily tasks on foot without requiring transportation. Shops, restaurants, banking, pharmacies, and parks surround the community.
Emergency and specialty medical care is immediately available; Good Samaritan Medical Center sits just under one mile away. The mid-rise building structure supports apartment-style living that bridges independence and supported care.
Dining operates through restaurant-style service, with menus rotating seasonally and emphasizing locally sourced ingredients.
Programming throughout the community reflects deliberate attention to cognitive engagement and social connection, spanning fitness classes like yoga, recreational events including game nights, and peer activities within the residence. Health and wellness services integrate into daily operations.
Residents may bring pets into the community.
Transportation services facilitate community access for appointments, outings, and errands.
Colonial Assisted Living is oriented toward residents seeking memory care or assisted living in a fully walkable urban environment with integrated medical services and structured daily programming.
Westminster Towers occupies 70 West Lucerne Circle in downtown Orlando, a moderately walkable high-rise location 0.4 miles from the city center and under one mile from Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital. The 60-unit facility operates as a nonprofit under Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc., with Ricardo Diaz as administrator.
Current occupancy reaches 89%, surpassing Florida’s typical assisted living average and signaling strong local demand.
The community blends nursing care, skilled rehabilitation, independent living, and assisted living options in a Continuing Care Retirement Community model, accepting Medicare admissions (averaging one month), private-pay residents (one to two months), and Medicaid residents (one to two years). Memory care and skilled rehabilitation services round out the care continuum. Starting price: $6,000 per month.
Twelve years of state inspection records (July 2012 through August 2024) document a pattern of cited deficiencies with visible improvement. Twenty inspections across the period identified 39 total deficiencies, with persistent themes in medication assistance, staffing adequacy, employee training completion (in-service protocols, CPR, DNR documentation), dietary and food service standards, resident supervision practices, admissions assessments, and emergency environmental readiness.
Notably, both the February and August 2024 inspections reported zero deficiencies, demonstrating effective corrective action implementation.
Federal penalties total $22,000 across the period; 69% below Florida’s typical facility fine amount and 80% fewer enforcement actions than peer communities.
Staffing provides 3 hours 47 minutes of nursing care per resident daily, with registered nurses delivering 56 minutes (27% above state baseline) and physical therapists averaging eight minutes daily (60% above state levels).
Clinical quality measures reveal significantly superior resident outcomes: high-risk clinical events run 31% better than state averages, functional decline 50% better, and long-stay residents achieving exceptional performance across activities of daily living preservation (62% better), continence maintenance (80% better), fall prevention (57% better), and pressure ulcer management (26% better). Short-stay rehabilitation residents show 32% higher successful community return rates and zero major falls during nursing facility stays.
Amenities encompass fitness center, swimming pool, garden with raised beds, putting green, 24-hour security, housekeeping and laundry services, and a comprehensive wellness program. Recreational programming includes arts and crafts, cooking classes, dancing, exercise classes, games, gardening, music, shopping, social outings, theater, and yoga. Restaurant-style dining showcases high-rise views of downtown Orlando.
Westminster Towers serves Orlando residents across mixed payment sources, providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation care alongside independent and assisted living with a recent track record of regulatory compliance and demonstrably superior resident health outcomes.
Situated in the heart of Clearwater, Florida, Cottages at Belleair is a community that is committed to taking senior care to new heights. They offer Assisted Living and Memory Care services. Their dedicated team is deeply passionate about providing exceptional senior care, ensuring that residents feel at home and cherished in the welcoming community of Cottages at Belleair
Cottages at Belleair is driven by the mission to encourage independence wherever feasible while delivering tailored care designed to meet the unique needs of each individual. They have cultivated an environment that prioritizes peace of mind for residents, family members, and caregivers.
Continue living the lifestyle you deserve with Vitality Spring Resort ALF, an inviting senior living community in Port Saint Lucie, FL, offering exceptional assisted living services. Residents here flourish with a round the clock care team consisting of nurses, certified nursing assistants, and home health aides who are highly experienced in caring for the elderly. An extensive array of services, including personal care, respite care, and limited nursing and mental health services are offered to ensure residents are well-cared for.
Residents here enjoy endless possibilities for recreation with a vibrant array of activities and programs designed to provide everyone something to enjoy. Various conveniences, including housekeeping are offered to free residents from the common hassles of daily living. Delicious meals and refreshing snacks are also available to ensure residents enjoy a delightful dining experience.
Oak Hill Assisted Living is a 67-bed community that provides assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services. The facility features round-the-clock awake staff, daily licensed nurse supervision, regular housekeeping, laundry services, and structured activities aimed at supporting resident wellness.
Public compliance files covering the facility’s three-and-a-half-year history document exceptional regulatory results, with just one total deficiency across nine separate state visits. This minimal volume averages out to 0.3 citations a year, placing the property 93% ahead of the standard Florida average. Out of these nine evaluations, eight came back entirely clear, giving the building a very high zero citations-per-inspection rate for clean reviews.
The initial opening inspection in March 2021 was completely spotless, and a single infraction regarding staffing standards during a September 2023 routine check represents the only mark on record. Seven other complaint evaluations conducted between 2022 and 2024 turned up no violations at all, including the most recent check from August 2024. The provider has never faced financial fines or state enforcement penalties.
Interested individuals scanning local senior care options can view this brief but highly consistent record as a strong indicator of reliable management. Because the state files show that the team successfully resolved its single minor staffing citation while keeping all other evaluations flawless, the current data points to a well-run environment. Dropping by for a personal walkthrough remains an excellent way to see the daily routines firsthand, inspect the therapy rooms, and talk with the nursing supervisors about how they maintain their care standards.
Rosecastle at Deerwood is a 60-bed assisted living and secured memory care community. The facility offers 24-hour staffing, accepts Medicaid, and handles daily tasks like housekeeping and property maintenance. Residents have access to restaurant-style dining, scheduled transportation services, a library, an entertainment room, and shared outdoor common areas.
State evaluation records covering 10 years show a total of 12 deficiencies across 12 separate inspections. This averages out to 0.7 infractions per year, which tracks 85% lower than the Florida baseline. While 11 of those 12 historical visits turned up minor citations, meaning the facility has a long-term history of missing a zero citations-per-inspection rate for clean reviews, the data shows clear improvement in recent years.
Clean inspections were recorded in late 2022, mid-2024, and most recently in August 2025, though a March 2025 review did flag two citations regarding records and emergency planning. The provider has never received any fines or faced administrative enforcement actions.
Prospective residents can look to the facility’s strong recent run of clear state reviews as a sign of steady operational improvements. Because the historical records show past trends with minor administrative paperwork and emergency protocol gaps, asking the management team how they handle these specific areas today is a practical next step. Spending time at the building for a tour remains a great way to view the secured spaces firsthand and watch how the staff interacts with residents throughout the day.
Connie House ALF is Palm Beach County’s first LGBT-focused assisted living senior residence. Seniors are guaranteed genuine, empathic, and compassionate service from professional caregivers who will treat them with dignity and respect. As a vibrant environment, The Pride Tribe hopes to honor the pioneering spirit of Connie Kurtz and exceed all expectations in creating a safe space for elders who identify as members of the rainbow community. Seniors and their families can rest easy knowing that The Connie House offers an unmatched level of care that enhances and empowers the lives of its residents.
A fun-filled, stimulating community that aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle, management ensures that seniors fulfill their holistic needs. Community features designed to maintain independence include wellness programs, calendar-filled activities, ADLs, specialized programs, planned outings, and 24/7 care supervised by professional caregivers and nurses.
Highpoint at Cape Coral is a 110-bed senior living campus that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The rental community features a heated outdoor pool, a fitness center, a yoga studio, an on-site theater, a coffee bar, and multilingual staff speaking English, Spanish, French, and Creole. Residents receive dining services, housekeeping, and transportation alongside group activities like music, gardening, and social outings.
Public compliance files compiled across nine separate evaluations since the property opened in 2019 note nine total deficiencies. This citation count sits 70% lower than the typical Florida senior living community average, though because every historical visit uncovered at least one minor adjustment, the facility holds a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for flawless reports.
Earlier regulatory findings primarily involved records management and staff training, and the home’s historical enforcement record includes a single fine of $2,748, which tracks 76% below the state average for monetary penalties. The data highlights a strong compliance turnaround in recent years, with zero infractions recorded during both the November 2024 review and the most recent evaluation from September 2025. No other state enforcement actions have been issued against the provider.
Interested individuals evaluating local senior living options can look to these consecutive clear reviews as an indicator of an improving regulatory trajectory. Since the public logs show that past record-keeping and training challenges have been fully resolved, leading to a clean multi-year track record, the current files point to an attentive management framework. Scheduling an on-site walkthrough is a practical next step to check out the fitness and theater amenities firsthand, look over the campus layout, and discuss care transitions with the admissions team.
B & B Angel’s Home LLC, located in the peaceful neighborhood of Port St. Lucie, FL, is a classic senior living community offering assisted living services. Here, residents can choose from a selection of spacious and cozy accommodations tailored to their preferences. The community is dedicated to providing its residents with a place to call home that is both enriching and convenient throughout their stay.
A highlight of this one-of-a-kind community is the wide array of amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals, housekeeping and laundry services, and more. Explore its beautifully created common spaces and meet new companions all the way. Participate in a robust calendar of social activities and life-enrichment programs for continuing engagement and growth. With B & B Angel’s Home LLC, seniors are guaranteed an empowering and secure retirement.
Set in the peaceful neighborhood of Cutler Bay, FL, Jolly Home is an intimate senior living community that offers assisted living services to residents who wish to remain independent while benefiting from just the right amount of support. Residents are provided with warm and inviting accommodations that foster a home-like atmosphere and easier access to care services. The community provides customizable care plans which may include assistance with daily living activities and medication management or whatever support residents may need.
Empowering residents to thrive, the community provides a wide variety of joyful and exciting activities that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. Making sure residents are healthy and nourished, the community also provides nutritional and dietary counseling to determine their nutritional needs and provide them with a satisfactory dining experience. Here, residents are given the support they need to flourish during their golden years.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 1049 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.

















