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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.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
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Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
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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.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Eastside Active Living | AL IL | Hollywood (Hollywood Lakes) | 90
Facility
90
FL AVG
88
Rank
#522 / 1,058 | No |
59
Facility
59
FL AVG
42
Rank
#368 / 1,427 | Eastside Active Living, LLC | 58 | 59%
Facility
59%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#489 / 906 | 78
Facility
78
FL AVG
33
Rank
#833 / 906 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#540 / 906 | For-Profit | $11,375 | Svetlana Sokolovsky | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Gables of Palm Harbor | AL MC RC | Palm Harbor | 128
Facility
128
FL AVG
88
Rank
#227 / 1,058 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
FL AVG
42
Rank
#788 / 1,427 | 2960 Tampa Rd Tenant LLC | 61 | 54%
Facility
54%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#397 / 906 | 81
Facility
81
FL AVG
33
Rank
#839 / 906 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#540 / 906 | For-Profit | $28,500 | Sheila Kynion | 1 Bed |
| Providence Living at Hunter’s Creek | AL MC | Kissimmee | 138
Facility
138
FL AVG
88
Rank
#180 / 1,058 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
FL AVG
42
Rank
#726 / 1,427 | Vop Hunter's Creek, LLC | 30 | 73%
Facility
73%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#722 / 906 | 43
Facility
43
FL AVG
33
Rank
#645 / 906 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#616 / 906 | For-Profit | $11,500 | Shirah Rios | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Goldton at St. Petersburg | AL MC RC | St. Petersburg (Saint Petersburg) | 105
Facility
105
FL AVG
88
Rank
#401 / 1,058 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
FL AVG
42
Rank
#818 / 1,427 | 1818 Spete Opco LLC | 55 | 56%
Facility
56%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#427 / 906 | 68
Facility
68
FL AVG
33
Rank
#805 / 906 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#441 / 906 | For-Profit | $4,375 | Dolores Salazar | Studio |
| Barrington Terrace of Fort Myers | AL MC NH | Fort Myers | 135
Facility
135
FL AVG
88
Rank
#189 / 1,058 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
FL AVG
42
Rank
#1,066 / 1,427 | Arhc Btfmyfl01 Trs LLC | 53 | 49%
Facility
49%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#320 / 906 | 67
Facility
67
FL AVG
33
Rank
#802 / 906 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#540 / 906 | For-Profit | $13,363 | David Saunders | 1 Bed |
| Southern Life Assisted Living | AL ADC IL MC RC | Lake Placid | 97
Facility
97
FL AVG
88
Rank
#481 / 1,058 | Yes |
10
Facility
10
FL AVG
42
Rank
#1,263 / 1,427 | Southern Life Operating Investments LLC | 45 | 36%
Facility
36%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#164 / 906 | 63
Facility
63
FL AVG
33
Rank
#789 / 906 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#616 / 906 | For-Profit | $1,500 | Natalie Yeazel | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Bayside Terrace | AL MC | Pinellas Park | 162
Facility
162
FL AVG
88
Rank
#106 / 1,058 | No |
26
Facility
26
FL AVG
42
Rank
#976 / 1,427 | Bayside Terrace Senior Living, LLC | 89 | 60%
Facility
60%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#505 / 906 | 111
Facility
111
FL AVG
33
Rank
#890 / 906 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#441 / 906 | For-Profit | $40,000 | Leslie Edwards | Private Room / Shared Room |
| The Opal at Spring Hill | AL ADC IL MC | Spring Hill | 65
Facility
65
FL AVG
88
Rank
#659 / 1,058 | No |
28
Facility
28
FL AVG
42
Rank
#944 / 1,427 | Spring Hill Osl Operating LLC | 29 | 59%
Facility
59%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#489 / 906 | 39
Facility
39
FL AVG
33
Rank
#588 / 906 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#540 / 906 | For-Profit | $3,000 | Anniina Kates | Private Rooms |
| Presidential Place | AL MC | Hollywood (Hollywood Hills) | 118
Facility
118
FL AVG
88
Rank
#328 / 1,058 | Yes |
71
Facility
71
FL AVG
42
Rank
#203 / 1,427 | Lcs Presidential Place Tenant LLC | 47 | 62%
Facility
62%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#538 / 906 | 74
Facility
74
FL AVG
33
Rank
#817 / 906 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#722 / 906 | For-Profit | $67,325 | Marjorie L Silberman | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Sterling Aventura | AL MC | Aventura | 171
Facility
171
FL AVG
88
Rank
#91 / 1,058 | No |
92
Facility
92
FL AVG
42
Rank
#29 / 1,427 | Colonial Assisted Living At Aventura, LLC | 73 | 70%
Facility
70%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#674 / 906 | 142
Facility
142
FL AVG
33
Rank
#902 / 906 | 1.9
Facility
1.9
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#817 / 906 | For-Profit | $325,375 | Linda Horvath | Studio / 1 Bed |
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.
Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Tampa Road, Palm Harbor, FL, The Gables of Palm Harbor is an eminent senior living community providing assisted living and respite care. With beautifully designed and pet-friendly one-bedroom floor plans, residents have a happy and safe retirement. The community features a dedicated and highly-trained team tending to seniors’ needs and aspirations 24/7 to improve their well-being.
A lot of exciting activities and fun programs are conducted for seniors to maintain an active and blissful lifestyle. Join friends in scheduled outside trips and explore wonderful attractions near the community. Delight with healthy and delicious meals catering to seniors’ dietary requirements and tastes. With its bright surroundings and refreshing environment, seniors live their golden years in comfort and luxury in the safety of The Gables of Palm Harbor.
Spend your golden years in the tranquil lands of Ball Park Road, Kissimmee, FL, with the outstanding senior living community of Providence Living at Hunter’s Creek which offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring pet-friendly and well-built residences in various studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and security. Let go of your worries and enjoy every moment of your best years with top-tier care and support from a respectful and highly skilled team.
Lead a meaningful life and experience new things with carefully curated activities and nourishment programs. With its desirable place near local amenities and fabulous attractions, Providence Living at Hunter’s Creek ensures seniors’ needs and aspirations are within a few steps away. Have the finest dining experience with delectable and healthy meals that satisfy cravings and meet dietary restrictions. Providence Living at Hunter’s Creek is a good place for seniors aiming to optimize their independence with its fabulous amenities.
The Goldton of St. Petersburg offers a rejuvenating environment for its residents. This senior living community provides a comprehensive range of services, including assisted living and memory care, ensuring that every aspect of their well-being is meticulously taken care of. From delectable and nutritious meals to expert medication management, residents can rest assured that their needs are met with utmost care and attention. Here, retirement is elevated to a new level of luxury and comfort. The community takes pride in its delightful amenities and a thoughtfully curated calendar of activities and events, allowing seniors to lead fulfilling lives.
Safety and peace of mind are of paramount importance here, with licensed nurses and on-site associates available around the clock, backed by a reliable 24/7 emergency response system. The community’s beautifully landscaped outdoor areas and gardening spaces, fitness and wellness center, chapel, beauty and barber shop, and game room all contribute to an enriching living experience. With weekly housekeeping and convenient transportation services also provided, The Goldton at St. Petersburg is the ideal haven for seniors seeking a worry-free and engaging lifestyle.
Barrington Terrace of Fort Myers is a well-regarded assisted living and memory care community in Fort Myers, FL, that offers compassionate care for older adults and those with memory loss. With its warm and stress-free setting, the community ensures residents’ comfort and healing. To enrich residents’ living experiences, exceptional services, including round-the-clock assistance, restaurant-style dining, and wellness programs, are provided. With their passion for caring, the community strives to understand residents’ unique needs to create personalized care plans.
Salon services, happy hour, and plenty of recreational programs allow residents to pamper themselves and connect with friends. A library, beautiful courtyards, and pet-friendly spaces also facilitate interactions and relaxation for residents. The community is also conveniently located near Wa-Kee Hatchee Park, a bank, restaurants, and other shops, ensuring accessibility. With its top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities, this assisted living and memory care community is one of the best options for senior living in Florida.
Committed to offering empathetic and warm care in a nurturing environment, Southern Life Assisted Living is a welcoming senior living community in Lake Placid, FL, that aims to make its residents’ lives comfortable through compassionate assisted living and memory care services. The community offers 80 well-curated apartments that are designed to provide utmost comfort and to accommodate residents’ unique needs and lifestyles. Residents here can rest easy with a hardworking care team that offers support with everything from assistance with daily living and basic care to recreational activities and transportation.
The community helps its residents live a life filled with purpose by offering them a great selection of fun and engaging activities and programs that promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Residents delight in three delicious meals and snacks available throughout the day, giving them the nourishment and energy they need to stay active and healthy. Various conveniences, including salon services, on-site physician services, weekly housekeeping and linen changes with full-service laundry are available to make residents’ lives easier.
Residing in the beautiful setting of Pinellas Park, FL, Bayside Terrace is a distinct senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. A reliable and highly skilled team helps seniors with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and grooming to ensure their comfort and convenience. With cozy and elegant residences in various private and shared apartments, seniors have a relaxing and safe retirement.
Experience new things and relive old interests with fun recreational activities and enjoyable programs. Featuring incredible amenities and lovely sceneries, Bayside Terrace ensures seniors enjoy every moment of their best years. Interact with friends over healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Bayside Terrace strives to promote a bright and friendly environment for seniors to easily adjust to the community.
Residing in the vibrant community of Spring Hill, FL, The Opal at Spring Hill is a distinguished senior living community that offers professional senior care. Luxurious accommodations with several floor plans are available for its residents. With its mantra “Enjoy Every Moment”, this community ensures 24-hour utmost care and support through its highly equipped and compassionate team.
Experience its wide range of exceptional amenities and services which include wellness programs, medical assistance and preferred pharmacy, mobile lab and diagnostic services, and life-enrichment activities like painting classes and bowling. Residents also enjoy convenient services such as housekeeping, laundry and linen care, cable, and a full calendar of engaging activities. Each accommodation features a kitchenette with a small refrigerator and microwave, while meals are freshly prepared and served in a restaurant-style dining setting. True to its goals and objectives, seniors are guaranteed an extraordinary retirement.
Ideally set near Memorial Regional Hospital South in Hollywood, FL, Presidential Place is an esteemed community that offers assisted living and memory care. Alongside purposely designed and spacious studio and one-bedroom accommodations, a kind and highly skilled team provides exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs to optimize comfort and safety. The community also helps with daily living activities and household responsibilities, providing more time for residents to do the things they love.
Stimulating programs and exciting events are also conducted, highlighting residents’ interests and strengths. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and nutritious meals are served to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, scheduled transportation, and 24-hour support and health monitoring are provided for residents’ convenience. With its pet-friendly and inviting environment, residents will surely thrive and create meaningful moments in their later years.
Sterling Aventura is a senior living community near Miami, Florida. It provides assisted living and memory care services in its pristine grounds and comfortable apartment suites. This community prides itself on having staff dedicated to getting to know every resident to build a meaningful connection with them. Through this dedication, personalized programs are planned and executed to maximize strengths and provide the appropriate level of support and assistance according to residents’ preferences and needs.
There are also various types of memory care programs available at Sterling Aventura. Through the programs Traveling Times and Creature Comforts, residents are encouraged to go out and explore the world as well as to be comforted by pets regularly visiting the home. Its ideal location facilitates relaxing indoor hobbies– reading in the library, watching in the media room, and the like, and also various recreational activities in nearby establishments like the famous Aventura Mall.
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
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
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
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
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
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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.




















