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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

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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.

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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Overview of Silver Creek Assisted Living St Cloud

Nestled in the heart of St. Cloud, FL, Silver Creek Assisted Living St. Cloud provides elegant, fully supportive assisted living and respite care services with all the comforts of home. Their compassionate, fully trained team is on-site 24/7 to provide personal care and support services at any time of day or night and treat residents like members of their own families.

Having great amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: freshly prepared delicious and nutritious meals planned by their chef, daily housekeeping and laundry services, on-site barber/salon, concierge desk, local transportation to shopping, appointments, and more, personal care assistance, and more. Experience its life-enrichment programming catering to the needs of the mind, body, and soul with its cognitive and social activities, fitness activities, and worship and spiritual services. At Silver Creek Assisted Living St. Cloud, seniors can make the most out of their retirement.

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Overview of Greenwood Place

Part of the Eagle Senior Living network, Greenwood Place is an assisted living community in Melbourne, Florida. Administered by Kadene Hewitt, the community also accepts Medicaid to provide families with multiple options for helping cover the cost of care.

The community includes 80 residences within a two-story building and offers studio, suite, and alcove floor plans to accommodate different preferences and care needs. Nursing services and 24-hour staffing also support residents throughout the day. Moreover, staff members can communicate in English, French, Italian, and Spanish.

Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining with three daily meals and snacks planned by a registered dietitian to support balanced nutrition. A diverse activities program includes arts and crafts, gardening, cooking classes, music, dancing, educational events, cultural programs, and group outings. Transportation services are also available for appointments and community excursions.

The neighborhood is primarily car-dependent, making personal transportation useful for errands and local travel. However, community transportation services help residents remain connected to nearby destinations and activities throughout Melbourne and Brevard County.

State inspections have most frequently focused on resident supervision and care-related documentation, generally at a moderate level of severity. Earlier reviews also addressed topics such as medication management, staffing, training, and building maintenance. Families considering care may wish to ask about current supervision practices and how resident care records are maintained.

Greenwood Place combines assisted living services, varied programming, and multilingual staff support in a setting designed to promote engagement, comfort, and daily assistance for older adults.

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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.

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Overview of Joy of Living Care Services

Situated in the serene area of West Palm Beach, FL, Joy of Living Assisted Care LLC is a reliable community that offers assisted living. Residents here are offered assistance with their daily living activities for their convenience while maintaining their independence. Access to memory care services is also available should residents require support with their cognition or memory-related conditions.

Residences are pet-friendly and easy to navigate for less hassle and improved safety. Vibrant activities are offered to provide exciting opportunities for interactions and fun. Meals are carefully prepared and served daily to save residents from the hassle of cooking and help them stay nourished and healthy.

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Overview of Brookdale Lake Mary

Nestled in the serene community of Middle Street, Lake Mary, FL, Brookdale Lake Mary is an extraordinary senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Well-equipped with household amenities, the community features spacious floor plans ranging from studio to one-bedroom, to two-bedroom apartments. The community prioritizes its residents’ freedom and uniqueness, providing care and assistance specifically created to cater to their needs and preferences.

Brookdale Lake Mary is a vibrant community that empowers its residents to live freely and confidently. With its award-winning Clare Bridge Training, individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia receive the necessary attention to ensure their comfort and avoid confusion. Residents enjoy three healthy and delightful meals with friends at the community dining or privately at the private dining rooms. Discover new reads at the library, enjoy leisure in the courtyard and garden, and explore the beauty of Brookdale Lake Mary with its beautifully landscaped grounds.

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Overview of Lauderhill Family Care Retirement

Being on the larger side, Lauderhill Family Care Retirement offers 62 bed spaces for their residents. However, each resident is still well taken care of and their needs are met down to the tiniest details. They pride themselves on their resident-first approach as they create a comfortable and home-like environment. All of the staff in this facility are professionally trained and are sure to give the best care to all the seniors in their community.

Aside from the standard assistance with daily tasks, there are also other amenities being offered by this facility. In terms of health-related services, there are things like medication management, physical therapy, speech therapy and more. Additionally, there are also social and recreational activities like worship, shopping trips, games and more. The residents at Lauderhill Family Care Retirement will surely have an enjoyable experience at Lauderhill Family Care Retirement.

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Overview of The Plaza at ParkSquare – Luxury Assisted Living

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Aventura, FL, The Plaza at ParkSquare – Luxury Assisted Living is a reliable senior living community that offers concierge living, assisted living and memory care options. The community offers an array of elegant accommodations with easy access to excellent restaurants, cafes, banks and other services for the residents’ comfort and convenience. An excellent team of caregivers is always available to offer reliable support and personalized care services focused on residents’ specific needs preferences.

Helping its residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle, the community provides a wide array of stimulating activities and extensive wellness programs. Gourmet dining options are also offered to help residents maintain their health and well-being. At The Plaza at ParkSquare – Luxury Assisted Living, residents are encouraged to lead an active and vibrant retirement experience.

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Overview of Harborchase of Palm Coast

Harborchase of Palm Coast is a 98-bed senior community that provides assisted living, transitional memory care, and short-term respite options. Starting at a base rate of $4,795 per month, the property features 24-hour nursing services, on-site dining options, a salon and spa, landscaped outdoor areas, a game room, an art studio, and a cocktail lounge. Residents have access to group activities such as music, gardening, and social events.

Long-term oversight records managed by the state document 17 total deficiencies spread across 17 separate evaluations since November 2017. This volume breaks down to an annual average of 1.4 citations, which outpaces typical Florida benchmarks by roughly 70%. Because 16 of those 17 state inspections flagged a minor operational adjustment, the property has rarely maintained a zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection on its initial reports.

Regulatory files show sporadic challenges involving emergency management planning, staff background checks, training logs, and physical restraint oversight. While a March 2024 review came back entirely clear, the most recent inspection from May 2025 noted a single emergency planning file, which the team successfully addressed under a corrected status by June 24, 2025. No state fines or administrative enforcement penalties appear on the provider’s historical profile.

Individuals weighing local senior housing choices can look to these multi-year timelines to gauge the campus’s operational patterns. Because public records show a highly consistent regulatory track record with only minor administrative marks that are quickly resolved, the recent files reflect a well-regulated environment. Setting up a personal tour of the grounds is a practical way to inspect the community rooms, view the secure memory care sections, and speak with the staff about their current emergency readiness protocols.

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Overview of Blue Heron Assisted Living

Blue Heron Assisted Living is a 107-bed facility managed by Blue Heron Health and Rehabilitation LLC. The campus coordinates standard assisted living, specialized memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation services, with a day-to-day care framework handled by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. The property features private residential accommodations, and its current state operating credentials extend through June 10, 2027.

Public health tracking logs recording seven separate evaluations between June 2021 and September 2025 document 16 total line-item infractions over the property’s operational history. This volume tracks roughly 52% lower than the standard Florida baseline. Because four of those seven state visits flagged at least one required correction on initial paperwork, the property carries a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection on first reviews.

Early records show a clean run with zero infractions between late 2021 and mid-2023, though a March 2024 complaint check noted minor hurdles with medication labeling. The modern files show a temporary shift in regulatory scrutiny, as the latest standard check on May 15, 2025, flagged 11 deficiencies spanning admissions contracts, staffing files, background screening updates, and general resident care routines, though the provider has never received a financial fine.

Families checking into local long-term care facilities can use these state regulatory summaries to analyze the provider’s administrative trends. Since the official tracking logs reveal an overall low citation volume and zero fines alongside a recent uptick in paperwork and care marks, looking over the operator’s current correction logs is a useful precaution. Planning an in-person walkthrough is a practical next step to check out the residential spaces firsthand, observe the nurses and aides at work, and talk with the director about modern quality assurance steps.

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Overview of Radiance of Gainesville a Memory Care Community

Radiance of Gainesville is a 38-bed, non-profit memory care community. The facility provides round-the-clock staffing and specialized cognitive support programming for residents with dementia. On-site services include daily meals, shared garden spaces, physical wellness programs, and various group activities, with a design that emphasizes secure outdoor areas and regular family involvement.

State compliance reports gathered over a 13-year period show 52 total deficiencies across 42 separate inspections. This balances out to an annual average of 2.9 citations, which tracks 37% lower than the Florida state average. However, every inspection on file resulted in at least one citation, giving the facility a historical zero citations-per-inspection rate for flawless reviews. Over the years, the building ran into repeated problems with staff training, resident paperwork, and medication storage.

More recent records show an upward trend; several 2023 and 2024 reviews came back entirely clear, while the most recent evaluation from February 2025 flagged just a single citation regarding risk management. The provider has never faced any fines or administrative enforcement actions.

Older adults and their families can look to the recent drop in citation numbers as a sign that management has worked to iron out its historical compliance issues. Since the long-term data indicates past difficulties with staff training and administrative records, checking in with the director about their current employee onboarding protocols is a practical step. Visiting the property in person during an afternoon activity will also help you evaluate the secure layout and see how the team manages daily resident supervision.

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    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.

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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 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.