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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Summer’s Landing, LLC
AL
Lynn Haven
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 85
Rank #608 / 890
CNo
58
Facility 58
FL AVG 40
Rank #253 / 1,001
Summer's Landing LLC32
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #584 / 853
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 33
Rank #605 / 853
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #469 / 853
For-Profit$21,000Cynthia Varnes-A+
Canterbury Tower
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Tampa (South Tampa)
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 85
Rank #710 / 890
?Yes
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 40
Rank #268 / 1,001
Canterbury Towers, Inc5
20%
Facility 20%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #169 / 853
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #142 / 853
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #533 / 853
Not-For-Profit$0Joyce Mitchell-A+
John Knox Village of Florida, Inc.
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pompano Beach
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 85
Rank #541 / 890
?Yes
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 40
Rank #64 / 1,001
John Knox Village Of Florida, Inc21
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #353 / 853
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #320 / 853
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #287 / 853
Not-For-Profit$1,500Jennifer Etienne-B-
Brookdale Palmer Ranch
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Sarasota (Bee Ridge)
118
Facility 118
FL AVG 85
Rank #249 / 890
?Yes
3
Facility 3
FL AVG 40
Rank #970 / 1,001
Pr Al Operations LLC27
30%
Facility 30%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #386 / 853
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #479 / 853
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #398 / 853
For-Profit$5,650Sara Ellen WilsonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Hawthorne Inn of Ocala
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Ocala
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 85
Rank #636 / 890
?Yes
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 40
Rank #539 / 1,001
Hawthorne Ocala Operations LLC24
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #128 / 853
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #142 / 853
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #76 / 853
For-Profit$1,000Shawnicka Hart1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Grace Manor
AL
Port St. Lucie (Port Saint Lucie)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 85
Rank #749 / 890
B-Yes-Grace Senior Living LLC6
33%
Facility 33%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #455 / 853
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #292 / 853
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #802 / 853
For-Profit$0Leona James--
Faithful Friends of North Port LLC
AL
North Port
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 85
Rank #749 / 890
C+No-Faithful Friends Of Northport LLC7
43%
Facility 43%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #699 / 853
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 33
Rank #392 / 853
2.4
Facility 2.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #831 / 853
For-Profit$0Ruthe GuillauryPrivate Rooms-
The Harbor House of Ocala
AL
Dunnellon
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 85
Rank #550 / 890
B+No
61
Facility 61
FL AVG 40
Rank #220 / 1,001
Harbor House Alf LLC39
28%
Facility 28%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #341 / 853
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 33
Rank #537 / 853
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #350 / 853
For-Profit$10,500---
The Courtyard Assisted Living
AL
Punta Gorda
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 85
Rank #550 / 890
D+No-Courtyard Enterprises Of Port Charlotte LLC57
40%
Facility 40%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #636 / 853
68
Facility 68
FL AVG 33
Rank #797 / 853
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #617 / 853
For-Profit$78,250Alex Siquijor--
Gulf Coast Village
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cape Coral (Hancock)
151
Facility 151
FL AVG 85
Rank #103 / 890
?Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #846 / 1,001
Gulf Care Inc24
21%
Facility 21%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #197 / 853
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #292 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
Not-For-Profit$5,500Kendra NobleStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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Overview of Summer’s Landing

Summer’s Landing is an assisted living community in Lynn Haven, Florida. Residents can receive help with bathing, dressing, and medication management while maintaining a personal living space. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs medication assistance and support with everyday routines.

Summer’s Landing has 50 beds. A professional dietitian approved menu supports meals planned around dietary needs, while fitness classes and arts and crafts provide structured activities on site. There are options to stay engaged during the day.

The area has a Walk Score of 58, making it somewhat walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits. Cynthia Varnes serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Canterbury Tower

Fifty years is a long run for any senior care community, and Canterbury Tower has spent that run on Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa, inside a continuing lifecare retirement community that also houses assisted living and independent living residents. The nursing home component itself is small: 17 beds, all of them currently filled. That’s full occupancy, and it’s worth sitting next to the neighborhood context: Walk Score 56, moderately walkable, the kind of area where you could run some errands without a car but wouldn’t plan your week around walking.

Short-term rehab and respite care sit at the center of what’s offered here, the sort of care model built for someone coming off a hospital stay or a family that needs a temporary place for a parent while they regroup. Nursing coverage backs that up substantially. Residents get an average of 6 hours and 28 minutes of total nursing care daily, a number built from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working in combination rather than any single role carrying the load alone.

Outside of care hours, there’s a fitness center, a library, and a heated resort-style pool, plus gated parking that matters more than it sounds like when you’re visiting someone regularly. The calendar leans social: guest speakers, excursions, cultural events. Medicare and private pay are both accepted, so families aren’t boxed into one payment path.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on infection prevention and control, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service. Those are operational categories, the kind of thing regulators look at across nearly every nursing home, not flags specific to daily hands-on care. Here we have a fully occupied, decades-old facility with strong nursing hours and a rehab-first services list that reads as a place built for residents who need real clinical support to get back on their feet, not a long-term custodial stay.

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Overview of John Knox Village of Florida

John Knox Village of Florida in Pompano Beach provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community has 64 beds. Its range of care levels makes it a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, and respite care suits a family caregiver who needs a short-term stay while traveling or recovering. Residents can use the pool, aquatic complex, fitness studio, beauty salons, spa, barbershop, and art studios, with options for exercise, personal care, and creative activities within the community.

Arts and Cultural Events, transportation around campus, and rehabilitation services provide scheduled activities, movement between community areas, and care focused on recovery or maintaining function. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident; Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Jennifer Etienne serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Brookdale Palmer Ranch

Nestled in Sarasota, Florida, Brookdale Palmer Ranch offers residents the opportunity to live life on their terms with the support they need. The community is centrally located, with the beaches of the Florida Gulf Coast just minutes away and a variety of dining, shopping, and cultural attractions nearby. Brookdale Palmer Ranch’s dining program focuses on providing a restaurant-style experience, with residents involved in menu planning and discussions.

The community offers a range of engaging activities, from dancing and yoga to bingo and happy hour, allowing residents to explore new interests and connect with neighbors. The community features a variety of floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, all with kitchenettes and pet-friendly accommodations. Brookdale Palmer Ranch provides a continuum of care, with assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services available on-site, allowing residents to transition seamlessly as their needs change.

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Overview of Hawthorne Inn of Ocala

With seniors’ well-being in mind, the extraordinary senior living community of Hawthorne Inn of Ocala situated in the serene neighborhood of South West 33rd Avenue, Ocala, FL, offers assisted living and independent living. The community features elegant and snug residences with various one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans to ensure seniors live in comfort and style. Enjoy the care and assistance you need and prefer with a compassionate and well-trained team.

Carefully curated activities and enjoyable programs are conducted based on residents’ interests and strengths for a happy life. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals for dietary satisfaction. Hawthorne Inn of Ocala is ideal for seniors who want to optimize their independence while receiving the utmost attention for their ever-changing needs.

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Grace Manor

221 Sw Yager Pl, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953
Overview of Grace Manor

Located in the heart of Port Saint Lucie, FL, Grace Manor is a reliable senior living community that offers its residents with comprehensive assisted living services. The community features an excellent team of caregivers that help residents enjoy a comfortable living experience through the convenience of grooming assistance, support with daily living activities, medication assistance and more. Residents can focus on living their best lives without the hassles of worrying about laundry, cleaning or commuting to get to their appointments.

Stimulating social activities and daily exercises are also offered to help residents keep moving and stay connected. Committed to helping its residents and their loved ones live happy and fulfilling lives, caregivers here also offer companionship services and the emotional security of having a reliable care and support system. Here, residents are sure to thrive and enjoy their golden years vibrantly with access to the amenities and services they require.

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Overview of Faithful Friends of North Port

Nestled in a serene area in North port, FL, Faithful Friends of North Port is a welcoming senior living community that offers assisted living services to independent residents who can benefit from extra care and assistance. The community makes sure residents are well-cared for with the help of a dedicated team that provides various care services, including assistance with daily living activities. Ensuring residents’ safety, the community provides residents with inviting accommodations designed to provide utmost convenience and comfort.

Committed to improving residents’ quality of life, the community makes sure residents are presented with plenty of opportunities to stay connected, active, and stimulated through a variety of activities. With exceptional care and convenient supportive services, residents of Faithful Friends of North Port are guaranteed to thrive and live the lifestyle they deserve and desire.

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Overview of The Harbor House of Ocala

The Harbor House of Ocala provides assisted living and respite care in Dunnellon, FL. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs help with daily routines or a family seeking temporary support during a caregiver’s travel or recovery.

The home has 60 beds. Medicaid and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits are accepted, giving eligible residents and families payment options for care. Patricia A. Cook serves as administrator, and Harbor House Alf operates the community.

A Walk Score of 61 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can handle some errands independently. Chef-prepared meals, wellness and fitness programs, and activities such as games, crafts, music, movies, special events, and outings give residents ways to dine, exercise, and participate in recreation. Rehabilitation services are also available to support a resident working to regain or maintain function.

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Overview of The Courtyard Assisted Living

The Courtyard Assisted Living provides assisted living in Punta Gorda, Florida, with help available for activities of daily living and medication supervision. Residents can also take part in activities, exercise programs, bingo, card games, and arts and crafts, giving them several ways to stay engaged during the week. The community may be a good fit for a family needing short term support while the usual caregiver travels or recovers because respite care is available.

The community has 60 beds. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are available for residents who need temporary support during recovery, rather than an ongoing stay. Scheduled transportation serves doctors’ appointments, banking, shopping, and dining, so residents can reach those destinations without arranging each trip themselves.

Residents can use the salon and beauty services, along with a large garden and screened gazebo for outdoor time. Special diets can be accommodated, and services such as prescription ordering and delivery can handle part of the medication process. Different church denominations provide religious services in the facility, while payment options include Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, Veteran Affairs Benefits, and Workers Compensation. Alex Siquijor serves as the administrator, and Courtyard Enterprises Of Port Charlotte operates the community.

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Gulf Coast Village

1333 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
Overview of Gulf Coast Village

Find the care you need at Gulf Coast Village, an exceptional continuing care retirement community in Cape Coral, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with biweekly housekeeping and concierge services. All utilities, except telephone, are also included in the monthly rent, easing financial burdens.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delectable and well-balanced chef-prepared dining options are also available to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a library, an art gallery, a big screen theater, a chapel, an outdoor pool, a spa, and a community center, ensuring residents’ recreation and wellness.

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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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Assisted Living in Florida at a glance

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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 1062 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.