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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: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Florida. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 88The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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 MartinezStudio / 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$1,750Brittany Matus-RayStudio / 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$6,025Hauremarie Anne Simeus1 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$500Martine Cesaire-Francois1 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$34,000Pradeep MuleyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
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$1,000Kimberly 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 DegrossStudio / 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$5,500Kathleen TylerStudio / 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$500William Rouse1 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 Zulkowski1 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
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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
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Superior Residences

95 Grand Heron Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Overview of Superior Residences

In Panama City Beach, Florida, Superior Residences offers a comprehensive approach to senior living, encompassing both assisted living and assisted living with memory care services. Their philosophy revolves around resident well-being, achieved through personalized care plans and a commitment to resident comfort. Recognizing the importance of social interaction and emotional well-being, Superior Residences goes beyond the essentials.

They offer a variety of activities and events to keep residents engaged and connected. This commitment to creating a supportive and stimulating environment makes Superior Residences of Panama City Residents can personalize their living spaces, making them feel right at home. A variety of amenities are available, including a beautifully landscaped courtyard, restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals, a fitness center, and even a salon/barbershop.

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Overview of Arbor Glen at Arbor Trace

Situated in Naples, Florida, Arbor Glen at Arbor Trace is a 32-bed assisted living home operated by Arbor Pointe Management, LLC, under Colleen Mulready’s administration. It sits in a car-dependent neighborhood that’s graded 7 out of 100 for walkability. This implies visitors and residents need a vehicle for lots of errands and activities in the surrounding area.

The home offers 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on-site to support residents with daily activities. Beyond personal care, Arbor Glen provides rehabilitation services and respite care choices, making it a grounded choice for those recuperating from illness or hospitalization and families seeking temporary relief care for their loved ones. Daily life here includes structured activities like chair exercises, trivia games, bingo, and afternoon movies, all designed to keep residents engaged and socially active. Dining at Arbor Glen features various meal options served in the Colonnade Room, allowing residents and families to enjoy meals together.

Recent state inspections have had no deficiencies or complaints, indicating that the home follows appropriate operational standards.

For families contemplating the facility, touring is the best way to see its setting, meet staff, and learn more about its daily ambiance and care approach.

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Overview of Harborchase of Villages Crossing

Harborchase of Villages Crossing is a 135-bed senior community that provides assisted living, transitional memory care, and short-term respite stays. Starting at a base rate of $5,495 per month, the property features multiple dining venues, a wellness center, an art studio, a salon and spa, and a cocktail lounge alongside housekeeping, laundry, and daily activity coordination.

State compliance documents tracked across 42 evaluations since 2014 show a total of 42 line-item deficiencies, averaging 2.5 citations per year. This frequency performs roughly 46% better than the typical Florida state average, though, because 41 of those 42 evaluations historically noted a minor required fix, the facility has a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for flawless reports.

Historical records include minor citations spanning medication logs, staffing standards, and environmental controls, alongside a past enforcement log showing four administrative fines totaling $11,800. However, public records highlight a major trend toward consistent management recently; the property’s three most recent inspections, conducted in late 2023 and twice during 2024, all returned completely clear with no regulatory violations.

Interested individuals scanning local senior housing profiles can look to this extensive dataset to weigh the home’s operational trends. Since the public logs point to past administrative and medication record hurdles that have been fully resolved to achieve multiple consecutive clean inspections, the data reflects an attentive management framework. Scheduling a personal tour is a practical next step to check out the on-site dining options firsthand, look over the wellness center layout, and ask the administration about their specialized memory care programming.

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Overview of Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Wiregrass Ranch

Catering to seniors in Wesley Chapel, Florida, Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Wiregrass Ranch is a 120-bed residential option operated by Px Shs Beach House Owner, LLC. Under Bonnie Berkman’s administration, it accepts residents who need assisted living support, memory care, or respite services, with transportation available to help residents and families get around.

The facility embraces pets, so residents with animal companions are welcome. Daily care includes assistance with activities of daily living, laundry and trash service, and on-site meal preparation in a restaurant-style dining environment. Such practical supports are paired with social and recreational programming centered on the community’s chapel, movie theater, game room, fitness center, and arts and crafts studio. The community, located at 30070 State Rd 56 in Wesley Chapel, sits in a car-dependent area (Walk Score 3), mirroring its suburban Florida setting. Most errands and outings need a vehicle, though the facility supplies transportation services to bolster residents’ mobility and independence. Family visits during touring hours (Monday–Sunday, 8 am–6 pm) are a chance to see the residential setting personally and meet the care team.

Housekeeping, maintenance standards, and documentation practices have been the state inspections’ highlight. The facility’s focus on such areas indicates a dedication to maintaining a clean, well-managed atmosphere for its residents.

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Overview of Gardens of Westbrooke

Gardens of Westbrooke is a 135-bed senior community providing assisted living, memory care, and extended congregate care services. Backed by 24-hour staffing, the facility coordinates medication assistance, group exercise, arts, music, and social outings. The staff speaks English, German, and Spanish, and the downtown neighborhood layout sits within walking distance of local shops. Financial options include insurance, HMOs, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits.

State tracking files spanning 62 separate regulatory visits since September 2012 record 77 total deficiencies. This frequency averages out to 5.4 infractions per year, a metric that climbs roughly 133% higher than the standard Florida baseline. Because 56 of those 62 visits historically uncovered at least one required fix, the property holds a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection.

Long-term files indicate recurring issues with medication administration, background screenings, employee training, and building safety, including a 12-citation report in January 2020 that involved a Class 4 infraction. The home’s enforcement record features six administrative fines totaling $17,500, but the data reflects a notable modern shift; the most recent evaluation from September 5, 2025, a complaint investigation, came back completely clean with zero infractions.

Prospective residents evaluating senior care placements can use these multi-year records to gauge the home’s recent progress. Since the historical logs outline an elevated citation count alongside a spotless 2025 review, verifying how the current administration maintains these updated quality benchmarks is a sensible step. Setting up a personal walkthrough is a helpful way to look over the campus layout firsthand, check the overall physical upkeep of the building, and talk with the supervisors about their updated medication monitoring routines.

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Overview of The Sarah House IV

The Sarah House IV is a 35-bed assisted living facility that provides memory care, rehabilitation services, and short-term respite stays. The community features 24-hour staffing to assist with daily living activities, medication management, and memory support. Residents have access to all-day dining with specialized menus, beauty services, housekeeping, and daily activities tailored to different ability levels.

State regulatory records covering a nine-year period show a total of 26 deficiencies across 26 separate inspections, averaging about 3 citations per year. While this volume tracks 35% better than the Florida state baseline, every evaluation on file turned up at least one violation. This means the facility has a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate for entirely clean reviews.

Over the years, the facility ran into repeated problems with building upkeep, paperwork records, medication assistance, and staff training. However, the data shows an improving trend; early inspections in 2017 flagged a peak of seven citations, whereas the most recent review from October 2022 noted just a single citation regarding background screenings, which was subsequently fixed. No fines or enforcement actions have ever been issued against the provider.

Prospective residents can look to the more recent inspection history as a sign that the facility has made progress in addressing its past operational gaps. Because the long-term data points to historical, repeated issues with paperwork and building maintenance, checking in with the executive director about their current compliance systems is a smart step. Taking a walkthrough of the property will also let you inspect the building’s maintenance yourself and see if the daily atmosphere matches your expectations.

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Suncoast Retreat ALF

8151 Treelet Ct, New Port Richey, FL 34653-2438
Overview of Suncoast Retreat ALF

Suncoast Retreat ALF is an 84-bed, for-profit assisted living community operated by Equity Properties, LLC, and managed by administrator Christopher Damiani. The veteran-owned property provides 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants for long-term, short-term, and respite care. The facility works with Medicaid, VA benefits, and private insurance. It features bilingual staff fluent in English and Spanish, home-style meals, and daily activities like arts, gardening, and outings.

State records covering 13 years and 65 inspections show around 75 deficiencies, which averages out to 4.2 citations per year. While this volume is slightly lower than the Florida state baseline, every single inspection over the facility’s history turned up at least one violation, resulting in a zero citations-per-inspection rate. Recurring problem areas include medication records, staff training, and background screenings.

State regulators have visited this building 158% more often than the state average, which has resulted in four fines totaling $6,000 but no severe enforcement actions. Recent reviews from 2024 and 2025 show a mix of random violations alongside some clean complaint investigations.

Families looking over their care options will want to consider how this frequent inspection history fits with the level of care their relative needs. It is a good idea to ask the administration for written updates on their background screening and staff training processes to see if older issues have been fixed. Booking an in-person tour to watch how the staff interacts with residents during busy daytime hours can also give you a better sense of daily operations.

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Overview of Sweet Water at Largo

Sweet Water at Largo is an 80-bed for-profit assisted living and memory care community operated by Green Senior Care Of Largo, LLC, and managed by administrator Joelle Smouse. The family-owned facility provides medication assistance, personal care, and three daily meals with accommodation options in private or shared suites. Serving Medicaid and VA-eligible residents, the community utilizes English and Spanish-speaking staff and features amenities such as walking paths, vegetable gardens, and diverse social activities.

An analysis of state compliance data from the past 12 years indicates that the provider received 49 total citations across 40 distinct oversight visits. This volume equates to an annual average of 3.4 infractions, tracking 26% lower than the baseline typically recorded across the state. Every historical evaluation led to a citation, resulting in a zero citations-per-inspection rate during those specific cycles. Past operational gaps mostly involved medication storage, staff background screenings, and food service protocols. Frequent state reviews—tracking 54% higher than the state norm, led to eight fines totaling $11,000, though no severe administrative enforcement occurred. Crucially, the facility established a positive trajectory by achieving three back-to-back flawless inspections between late 2024 and mid-2025.

Older adults looking at local senior care options can view this recent stretch of clean regulatory reports as a sign of updated facility protocols. Evaluating these recent improvements alongside historical data points offers a complete picture of the community’s progress. Speaking directly with the administrative team about how they maintain food service and medication management consistency can provide additional assurance before making a final housing decision.

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Overview of The Residence at Dania Beach

The Residence at Dania Beach is a 200-bed assisted living facility located in Dania Beach, Florida. Managed by administrator Agnieszka Melka and operated by The Residence At Westlake Opco LLC, the large-scale property sits in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with a Walk Score of 78. The urban campus focuses on residential senior housing that integrates around-the-clock staffing with active clinical tracking and physical rehabilitation tracks.

State administrative logs compiled by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration track persistent operational hurdles, documenting 70 total deficiencies across 48 separate inspection cycles over eight years. Notably, the operator maintains a 100% historical citation rate, with state field reviewers identifying infractions during every single recorded evaluation. Significant multi-category deficiency clusters emerged during recent 2025 audits, including a July 2025 check that logged 11 infractions and a June 2025 review noting two deficiencies spanning medication management, physical plant safety, staffing levels, emergency preparedness, and admissions standards. Decadal trends reveal recurring systemic themes in medication labeling, record documentation, training compliance, resident rights, and refund policies. While public registries note an absence of severe enforcement bans or active license freezes, the facility has been assessed two administrative fines totaling $16,800.

On the floor, a multilingual employee base supports Creole-, English-, and Spanish-speaking residents with daily personal care and medication administration. The physical infrastructure features wireless internet, basic cable television, automated laundry utilities, routine housekeeping, and an in-house ice cream parlor. The food service team prepares three meals daily alongside regular snack options, while the activities department coordinates a recreational schedule featuring board games, physical exercise classes, dancing, music programs, gardening, and group social outings. Financial access accommodates varied payment pathways, including private insurance/HMO plans, Medicaid waivers, and Veteran Affairs benefits.

Interested individuals assessing long-term care options should carefully analyze the facility’s extensive history of regulatory findings and recent corrective responses prior to executing a contract. The 200-capacity building is structured for seniors who value an active lifestyle in a walkable town setting but require the stability of continuous nursing support and specialized clinical oversight.

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Overview of The Retreat on Bywood I

The Retreat on Bywood I, situated at 990 SE Bywood Ave Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983, is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living and residential care services. Dedicated to delivering top-notch care within a warm and welcoming environment, this community treats its residents with compassion, dignity, and respect. Here, residents can select from spacious and cozy accommodations without the worry of home maintenance. With its dedicated team, the community ensures round-the-clock care and supervision for its residents ensuring the comfort and peace of mind they deserve.

In this community, every detail reflects a commitment to top-quality care, wherein residents can enjoy exceptional amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals based on dietary needs, medication management, and personal care. Explore its beautifully created common spaces and meet new companions along the way. At The Retreat on Bywood I, seniors can receive a comfortable and rewarding retirement.

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    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 Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • 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.

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  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.