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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
The Highlands at the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Sarasota
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,403 / 1,427
Glenridge On Palmer Ranch, Inc28
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #116 / 906
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 33
Rank #389 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
Non-Profit$500Julie Irvin--
Advent Square
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Boca Raton
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 88
Rank #771 / 1,058
Yes
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,109 / 1,427
Trustees Of Advent Lutheran Church, Inc. (The)23
96%
Facility 96%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #899 / 906
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 33
Rank #416 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
Non-Profit$1,500Cecilia E Carroll-A+
The Colonnade at Northdale
AL
MC
RC
Tampa
125
Facility 125
FL AVG 88
Rank #237 / 1,058
Yes
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 42
Rank #571 / 1,427
Sh Northdale, LLC40
58%
Facility 58%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #474 / 906
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 33
Rank #712 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$11,056Lisa Marie Gonzalez--
Arcadia Oaks
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Arcadia
84
Facility 84
FL AVG 88
Rank #560 / 1,058
Yes
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 42
Rank #211 / 1,427
Care Haven Senior Living LLC43
60%
Facility 60%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #505 / 906
53
Facility 53
FL AVG 33
Rank #732 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$8,700Courtney Smith--
Navarre Gardens, LLC
AL
South Navarre
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 88
Rank #602 / 1,058
No-Navarre Gardens, LLC6
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #1 / 906
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 33
Rank #62 / 906
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 906
For-Profit-Kelly Patton-A+
Brookdale Wekiwa Springs
AL
IL
MC
Apopka
97
Facility 97
FL AVG 88
Rank #481 / 1,058
Yes
66
Facility 66
FL AVG 42
Rank #262 / 1,427
Summerville At Wekiwa Springs, LLC71
94%
Facility 94%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #890 / 906
141
Facility 141
FL AVG 33
Rank #901 / 906
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #829 / 906
For-Profit$51,500Danielle WebsterStudio / Alcove / 2 BedA+
Balmoral Assisted Living
AL
MC
Lake Placid
126
Facility 126
FL AVG 88
Rank #231 / 1,058
No
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 42
Rank #976 / 1,427
Balmoral Senior Living LLC51
59%
Facility 59%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #489 / 906
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 33
Rank #770 / 906
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #441 / 906
For-Profit$4,500Karen Michelle DannelsStudio / 1 Bed-
El Paraiso Home, Inc.
AL
MC
Miami (Little Havana)
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 88
Rank #881 / 1,058
No
94
Facility 94
FL AVG 42
Rank #19 / 1,427
El Paraiso Home Inc24
71%
Facility 71%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #693 / 906
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 33
Rank #518 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$23,000Maria Cristina RodriguezPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms-
Villa Rio Vista
AL
Fort Lauderdale (Rio Vista)
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 88
Rank #753 / 1,058
No
85
Facility 85
FL AVG 42
Rank #66 / 1,427
Happy Retirement, Inc31
68%
Facility 68%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #645 / 906
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 33
Rank #699 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$3,000Alex GheorghiuPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms-
Brookdale West Boynton Beach
AL
MC
Boynton Beach
167
Facility 167
FL AVG 88
Rank #100 / 1,058
Yes
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 42
Rank #850 / 1,427
Summerville 15, LLC54
61%
Facility 61%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #528 / 906
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 33
Rank #837 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$10,600David M. KingsleyStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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Overview of The Highlands at the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch

The Highlands at the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch is a 60-bed continuing care facility located on Scotland Way in Sarasota, Florida. Administered by Julie Irvin and operated by Glenridge On Palmer Ranch, Inc., the facility handles a mix of long-term medical residency and short-term post-hospital therapy, with stays averaging 129 days. For billing, the front office coordinates payments through traditional Medicare and standard private accounts.

The surrounding area is car-dependent, meaning visiting families and staff will need a vehicle for almost all errands outside the property. Inside the building, residents receive a high level of daily attention, averaging 6 hours and 6 minutes of direct nursing care each day from a round-the-clock crew of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This floor team manages rehabilitation services and respite care. The campus features scratch-made dining, an art studio, a fitness center, a pool, and pickleball courts, as well as an active social calendar that includes theater productions, special-interest clubs, and organized outings.

The facility maintains an excellent compliance record, and annual inspections have returned completely clean, with zero deficiencies since 2018. Interested individuals can reach out to the main registration desk to check on open beds, ask about the respite care guidelines, or plan a tour of the campus and performing arts center.

Contact The Highlands at the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch

Advent Square

4798 North Dixie Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Overview of Advent Square

A 48-bed residential community in Boca Raton, Florida, is Advent Square, which is operated by the Trustees of Advent Lutheran Church. It stands in a car-dependent area on North Dixie Highway, mirroring the broader landscape of suburban South Florida.

The home offers rehabilitation services along with respite care, with a doctor on staff and 24/7 nursing care. Staff has a licensed nurse working on campus daily, and the facility maintains an in-house doctor and pharmacy to support residents’ medical needs. An Alzheimer’s Community Care Day Program is there for those managing memory-related concerns. Daily life centers on activities and connections. Residents participate in interactive music groups, weekly Bible studies, creative arts classes, and movement and exercise programming. Meals are served family-style in the dining room. Various spaces, including an activity room and pastoral care support, round out the daily environment. Ground-floor living is offered throughout the community, and this matters for residents with mobility considerations.

Over the past 14 years, state inspections show that the facility’s latest inspection found no deficiencies. Along with past citations in training, medication management, staffing, and emergency preparedness, earlier inspections identified recurring concerns in resident care rights and facility procedures. These are zones that families may want to inquire about when touring Advent Square.

Contact Advent Square

The Colonnade at Northdale

3401 W Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33618
Overview of The Colonnade at Northdale

Recognized by the Florida Senior Living Association as the Best of the Best, The Colonnade at Northdale has proven its excellence in providing senior living experiences to its residents. This upscale resort style-community offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in the Tampa, Florida area. Providing the highest standards of dining, amenities, and care, this community encourages a healthy and active lifestyle for seniors. From basic assistance for assisted living residents to intentionally designed programs for memory care residents, staff are available 24/7 to provide support and address the needs of each individual. 
Its management has thoughtfully designed, in detail, how to create a home-like environment with the right balance of services that make The Colonnade shine as a senior living community. It provides a comprehensive list of amenities such as restaurant-style dining curated by their in-house chef, and a wide variety of engaging activities– scheduled outings for shopping and entertainment, painting, bingo, and fun tournaments, which have been curated by their full-time activity director. 

Contact The Colonnade at Northdale

Arcadia Oaks

1013 East Gibson Street, Arcadia, FL 34266
Overview of Arcadia Oaks

An 84-bed assisted living community in Arcadia, Florida, is Arcadia Oaks, which serves seniors needing support with daily living activities while maintaining independence. Found on East Gibson Street in a really walkable neighborhood that rates 70 on Walk Score, the community offers easy access to local errands and services on foot. The facility, administered by Courtney Smith, is operated by Care Haven Senior Living LLC.

Arcadia Oaks provides rehabilitation services and respite care, with 24-hour nursing services and staffing for residents. This blend of rehabilitation focus and continuous care support makes the community well-suited for those recovering from surgery or illness while requiring active assistance with daily needs. The community accepts wide payment options, including Medicare, Medicaid, CHAMPUS, insurance and HMO plans, Veteran Affairs Benefits, and Workers Compensation. This variety of coverage pathways ensures families have numerous routes to secure care regardless of their circumstances. With 84 beds, Arcadia Oaks offers a mid-sized community setting where residents can access rehabilitation services and continuous care in one location. The highly walkable neighborhood setting allows visiting family and residents to explore the surrounding area cozily on foot.

State inspections for 13 years have focused on procedural compliance areas, specifically medication handling and dietary standards. The community has worked to tackle these operational areas over time, and families during a tour may find it beneficial to talk about medication and dietary management practices.

The mix of rehabilitation focus and continuous care support makes Arcadia Oaks suitable for those healing from surgery or illness while needing continuous assistance with daily needs.

Contact Arcadia Oaks

Overview of Navarre Gardens

Navarre Gardens is a 75-bed, non-profit assisted living and memory care facility. The community provides specialized programming and daily resident support tailored specifically around the needs of individuals experiencing cognitive decline.

Public oversight files reveal a remarkably consistent operating background since the facility opened, consisting of six separate inspections over a four-year period. Every single evaluation on file turned up no violations at all, giving the property a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate. This flawless pattern began with its initial licensure review in March 2020 and continued through multiple subsequent visits, including the most recent routine evaluation in August 2024. Because regulators have never documented a single deficiency on the premises, the provider has never required corrective action plans, nor has it faced state fines or administrative enforcement penalties.

Families checking out care options in the region can look to this unblemished track record as a very reassuring indicator of strong management and regulatory compliance. Since the state reports confirm that the facility has maintained perfect scores from its launch through its most recent reviews, the data reflects a highly stable environment. To ensure the community aligns with your expectations, scheduling a personal walkthrough during the day remains an excellent way to see the layout firsthand and speak with the team about their daily care routines.

Contact Navarre Gardens, LLC

Overview of Brookdale Wekiwa Springs

Brookdale Wekiwa is an assisted living community located in Apopka, Florida, offering a continuum of care for seniors. The community is situated in a beautiful residential neighborhood on Lake Cortez, providing a serene and peaceful environment. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities, including shopping trips, devotional services, card games, the writing club, and picnic lunches at the Lakeridge Winery. Brookdale Wekiwa offers private apartments with customizable options for a full and independent lifestyle.

The community features a full activities calendar, allowing residents to experiment with new hobbies and interests. Additionally, the community is pet-friendly, offering several cozy apartment floor plans to choose from. The community is designed to provide a sense of comfort and security, with staff available 24/7 to be alerted to an emergency. Brookdale caregivers are available to provide assistance with daily living, balancing independence with assistance while delivering service with compassion, understanding, and respect.

Contact Brookdale Wekiwa Springs

Balmoral Assisted Living

93 Balmoral Dr, Lake Placid, FL 33852
Overview of Balmoral Assisted Living

Discover an all-inclusive lifestyle with Balmoral in the stunning community of Lake Flacid, FL. This community offers assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can enjoy cozy and spacious one-bedroom accommodations to further comfort and relaxation. Having a caring and compassionate team, this community provides round-the-clock care and services catering to the immediate needs of its residents. As for memory care, it offers a comprehensive memory care program called Community Within Community with a wide array of specialized care and services for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Dedicated to providing a caring and compassionate service, residents can enjoy top-tier amenities and services including an all-inclusive meal plan with three chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and linen services. Meet new people and create unforgettable memories within this beautiful community. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with Balmoral Senior Living.

Contact Balmoral Assisted Living

Overview of El Paraiso Home

Tucked into Miami’s Little Havana, El Paraiso Home is a small memory care and assisted living community, just 14 beds under one single-story roof. That size means something real: fewer strangers, more familiar faces, staff who actually know your name. Private and semi-private rooms are both on the table, so families can pick what fits.

Maria Cristina Rodriguez runs the place as administrator. And the neighborhood itself pulls its weight too. A Walk Score of 94 puts it in “walker’s paradise” territory, meaning groceries, pharmacies, and daily errands are all within an easy stroll. If you’re visiting a parent or grandparent here, that’s not a small thing. You can step outside together instead of always driving somewhere.

Day to day, residents get transportation services and access to fitness and recreation space. The activity lineup leans hands-on and social: arts and crafts, games and cards, the occasional shopping trip. Staff speak English and Spanish, which matters a lot in this part of Miami, where a shared language with caregivers can make the whole experience feel less clinical and more like home.

On the money side, El Paraiso works with a wide range of coverage: private insurance, HMO plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and VA benefits. That flexibility opens up more paths for families trying to figure out how to actually pay for care.

Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration inspects the home as part of the state’s routine oversight of senior care communities. Those inspections have tended to focus on areas like medication management, staffing credentials, environmental safety, and how well care planning gets documented. Add it all up: a small, walkable, bilingual community with real flexibility on payment, built around a scale where residents aren’t just a number.

Contact El Paraiso Home, Inc.

Villa Rio Vista

1115 Se 6Th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Overview of Villa Rio Vista

Ideally situated in the charming residential area of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Villa Rio Vista is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. With different levels of care provided, residents receive the right care and assistance from a kind and highly skilled team that attends to their special needs around the clock. Providing care for over 30 years, the community strives to listen to residents to understand their needs and preferences better.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and socially engaged with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served for residents to have the finest dining experience. The community is ideal for those looking to make the most out of their best years with its comprehensive care and purposely designed amenities.

Contact Villa Rio Vista

Overview of Brookdale West Boynton Beach

Offering an exceptional senior living experience, Brookdale West Boynton Beach, situated in Boynton Beach, FL, is a scenic community providing assisted living and memory care. The community features several floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, purposely designed to ensure the comfort and safety of the residents. Residents and their families are guaranteed peace of mind with a dedicated team available 24/7 to provide immediate assistance during emergencies.

Brookdale West Boynton Beach strives to provide a balanced lifestyle for its residents, conducting activities and programs that consider their abilities and interests. The community also offers its Brookdale HealthPlus program, ensuring residents easy access to preventive care services such as routine screenings, vaccination clinics, and annual wellness visits. Residents also enjoy a broad range of amenities, including an outdoor pool, a library, an arts & crafts studio, a game room, a theater, and beautiful outdoor spaces where residents can bask in the sunlight of Florida or enjoy meaningful conversation with their friends.

Contact Brookdale West Boynton Beach

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.