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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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Moorings Park Grande Lake
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Naples (Central Naples)
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 88
Rank #397 / 1,058
Yes
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,282 / 1,427
--------2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 BedA+
Freedom Pointe at The Villages
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
The Villages
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 88
Rank #619 / 1,058
Yes
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 42
Rank #864 / 1,427
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Toni Mary Home ALF Corp
AL
Port St. Lucie (Port Saint Lucie)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 88
Rank #914 / 1,058
No-Toni Mary Home Alf Corp11
73%
Facility 73%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #722 / 906
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 33
Rank #436 / 906
2.5
Facility 2.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #877 / 906
For-Profit-Raquel VelasquezPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms-
The Estates At Carpenters
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lakeland
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 88
Rank #619 / 1,058
Yes
68
Facility 68
FL AVG 42
Rank #234 / 1,427
---------A+
Vi at Bentley Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Naples (North Naples)
84
Facility 84
FL AVG 88
Rank #560 / 1,058
Yes
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 42
Rank #933 / 1,427
--------1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 BedA+
Cunningham Elderly LLC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Deltona (Deltona Lakes)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 88
Rank #914 / 1,058
No-Cunningham Elderly LLC14
93%
Facility 93%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #883 / 906
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 33
Rank #631 / 906
3.0
Facility 3.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #889 / 906
For-Profit$9,500Esther MilesPrivate Rooms-
Moorings Park at Grey Oaks
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Naples (Bears Paw)
106
Facility 106
FL AVG 88
Rank #397 / 1,058
No
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,356 / 1,427
---------A+
The Cottage At Cypress Cove
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fort Myers
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 88
Rank #668 / 1,058
No
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,185 / 1,427
-----For-Profit--1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Solaris Healthcare College Park
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Orlando (Lake Fairview)
108
Facility 108
FL AVG 88
Rank #388 / 1,058
No
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 42
Rank #368 / 1,427
--------Private / Shared Suites-
The Harmony House of Ocala
AL
Ocala
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 88
Rank #740 / 1,058
No-Harmony House Alf LLC59
71%
Facility 71%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #693 / 906
84
Facility 84
FL AVG 33
Rank #852 / 906
1.4
Facility 1.4
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #616 / 906
For-Profit$30,050Katherine Hack Earnest--

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Overview of Moorings Park Grande Lake

Moorings Park at Grande Lake celebrates purposeful living in a pristine acre of land. They ensure that residents are satisfied with the care and compassion they receive with assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services, the senior living home boasts a tropical-style ambiance that creates a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one, making sure residents feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on your terms.

Moorings Park offers comprehensive and exclusive programs for an excellent residential living experience. These include the Simply the Best™ programs centered on amenities designed to live independently with additional support.  The lifelong enrichment program encourages residents to pursue intellectual curiosity and growth by offering specialized courses with their partner university, Florida Gulf. Other amenities include a swimming pool, a fitness center, a hair salon, and an art studio.

Contact Moorings Park Grande Lake

Freedom Pointe at The Villages

1550 El Camino Real, The Villages, FL 32159
Overview of Freedom Pointe at the Villages

Set in the quiet community of The Villages, FL, the Freedom Pointe at the Villages is an esteemed senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Here, residents can select from beautifully designed and spacious accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions receive an innovative, person-centered, and activity-focused memory care program called Heartfelt CONNECTIONS.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and linen services, personal concierge services, and regularly scheduled transportation. Meet new companions by visiting its inviting common spaces, billiards, and game room. Engage is various planned daily social activities and community events. With Freedom Pointe at the Villages, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement.

Contact Freedom Pointe at The Villages

Overview of Toni Mary Home ALF

Set amidst the serene and quiet neighborhood of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, Toni Mary Home ALF is a peaceful senior living community, offering excellent assisted living services. The community provides its residents with comfortable and thoughtfully designed accommodations that provide residents with utmost comfort and privacy. Residents are always at ease, knowing that a hardworking and reliable care team is always on standby to attend to their care needs and emergencies.

Offering an array of convenient services, including housekeeping and linen services, the community aims to lessen residents’ chores and worries to give them more time for fun activities. Chef-inspired meals are offered daily to give residents the nutrients and energy they need to live each day actively. Various amenities are also offered, such as massage services and monthly physician checkups to ensure residents are always feeling their best.

Contact Toni Mary Home ALF Corp

Overview of The Estates at Carpenters

The Estates at the Carpenters is a senior living community located in Lakeland, FL, providing independent living services. Their health center also provides assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services to those who need it. Their independent living options offer studio, and  one-to-two bedroom units  featuring their own living areas, private bathroom, and kitchen area.
The Estates at Carpenters offers a myriad of services and amenities designed to make the residents’ life more comfortable, secure, and enjoyable. Such amenities and programs include 24hr personal emergency care system, community surveillance system, generator backup, keycard locks in all apartment units,  flexible dining options, access activity rooms for art, music, and games, and senior wellness programs for fitness and health.

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Overview of VI at Bentley Village

VI at Bentley Village, located in Naples, FL, is a senior living community and a continuing care retirement community offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. This senior living community boasts of their quality personalized care plans designed to meet their residents specific needs through a variety of services. Residents at VI at Bentley Village can expect to receive support from their attentive staff, providing residents with more time and energy to focus on their hobbies or new found interests.

Additionally, VI at Bentley Village also offers a rich array of luxurious amenities designed to create a more comfortable environment where residents can thrive and enjoy a worry free lifestyle. Some of the amenities include their dining services, golf courses, and wellness programs. The community also offers modern conveniences from housekeeping and maintenance services, to their on campus transportation, and on-site care and rehabilitation.

Contact Vi at Bentley Village

Overview of Cunningham Elderly

Tucked away in Deltona, FL, Cunningham Elderly is a compassionate residential care home that offers excellent assisted living services to residents who want to maintain their independence while benefiting from various assistance and support services. The community features a dedicated care team available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to provide assistance with daily living activities or other services residents may need to live comfortably. Here, residents are welcomed into a comfortable living environment that allows them to live a carefree and comfortable life.

The community offers an array of social activities to keep residents engaged, active and entertained while fostering a vibrant and enriching community atmosphere. Situated in Deltona, the community provides an ideal blend of a quiet suburban environment and convenient access to local amenities such as parks, medical centers, and shopping areas. Here, residents enjoy an intimate, family-oriented atmosphere that fosters close relationships and meaningful engagements.

Contact Cunningham Elderly LLC

Overview of Moorings Park at Grey Oaks

Moorings Park at Grey Oaks celebrates purposeful living, ensuring that residents are satisfied with the care and compassion they receive. Offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services, the senior living home boasts a tropical-style ambiance that creates a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one, making sure residents feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on your terms.
Moorings Park offers comprehensive and exclusive programs for an excellent residential living experience. These include the Simply the Best™ programs centered on amenities designed to live independently with additional support.  The lifelong enrichment program encourages residents to pursue intellectual curiosity and growth by offering specialized courses with their partner university, Florida Gulf. Other amenities include a swimming pool, a fitness center, a hair salon, and an art studio.

Contact Moorings Park at Grey Oaks

Overview of The Cottage at Cypress Cove

The Cottage at Cypress Cove is an innovative assisted living and memory care community in Fort Myers, FL, that offers individualized care for older adults. Promoting a warm and home-like environment, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Exceptional care around the clock, alongside chef-prepared meals and well-curated enrichment programs, is also offered to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community’s person-centered care is dedicated to meeting residents’ needs, ensuring they can thrive in retirement.

A variety of games, like trivia and puzzles, monthly outings, and live music, aim to maintain residents’ holistic wellness. A full-service salon and spa, a multi-purpose room, and lively gathering areas also allow residents to pamper themselves and interact with their friends. With its scenic coastal location in HealthPark Florida,in Fort Myers, the community seamlessly combines relaxation and convenience. This assisted living and memory care community has a high-quality of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in Florida.

Contact The Cottage At Cypress Cove

Overview of Solaris Healthcare College Park

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Orlando, FL, Solaris Healthcare College Park is an outstanding community offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. With a compassionate and highly trained team, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are also provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

The community also provides various rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy, to enhance residents’ living experiences. Residents also enjoy a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals. With its wide range of care and extensive amenities, residents experience the best of their golden years without worries. The community serves the residents of Orange County, ensuring accessible healthcare.

Contact Solaris Healthcare College Park

Overview of The Harmony House of Ocala

The Harmony House of Ocala is a 54-bed for-profit assisted living facility located in Ocala, Florida. Operated by Harmony House Alf LLC and managed by administrator Katherine Hack Earnest, the residential community offers a small-scale living layout. The property functions as an option for seniors requiring standard personal care, short-term respite stays, or post-acute physical rehabilitation tracks.

Government compliance profiles tracked by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration reflect an intensely scrutinized history, registering 84 total deficiencies across 59 inspection cycles over 13 years. This operational frequency averages 5.6 citations annually, a metric that sits 22% worse than the standard Florida state baseline.

State field logs identify an ongoing compliance pattern: 58 of the 59 historical reviews resulted in citations, establishing a 98% citation rate with only one error-free audit since 2012. Historical records document major deficiency clusters, including an 11-citation audit in November 2014 and an 8-citation review in November 2020, with recurrent themes spanning physical plant safety, medication assistance, food service standards, resident rights, admissions paperwork, background screening, and employee certifications in CPR and Alzheimer’s care. While recent reviews in March 2024 and March 2025 indicated smaller findings restricted to staffing levels, physical plant maintenance, and elopement standards, the property has been assessed 11 administrative fines totaling $30,100.

Regarding daily facility operations, around-the-clock staffing incorporates licensed nursing oversight to handle medication tracking and health monitoring. The culinary department prepares chef-style meals daily, while a multilingual staff base accommodates residents communicating in English, Spanish, German, Hebrew, Korean, and Sign Language. For peer socialization, internal teams execute a weekly recreational agenda featuring arts and crafts, physical exercise classes, musical programs, table games, and organized social outings. Financial access is supported through the integration of Medicaid waiver plans alongside private pay.

Prospective representatives evaluating long-term care options should carefully examine the provider’s persistent 98% citation history and direct remediation logs before coordinating placement. The 54-capacity residential framework is designed for individuals who require routine physical assistance or specialized multi-language support within a smaller community environment.

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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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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.