Best Assisted Living in Florida

Florida is a picturesque state, popular for its outstanding beach resorts and stunning parks. Aside from its must-see attractions, Florida features a wide range of luxurious and vibrant assisted living communities. With a welcoming environment and exceptional services, seniors have a variety of options to discover. The communities ensure a peaceful and convenient retirement for seniors looking to live their best years in the sunny and scenic state of Florida.

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Westminster Woods on Julington Creek
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Fruit Cove (Saint Johns)
60
No
D+
47
AMLEY, EDWARD
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$11,139,808.00
$10,554,699.00
94.7%
56.40
5/5
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Benton House of Port Orange
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Port Orange (Whispering Woods Condo)
80
No
A-
2
SONIDA PORT ORANGE, LLC
Studio / 1 Bed
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Addington Place of Jupiter
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Jupiter (Abacoa)
80
Yes
F
7
ARHC ALJUPFL01 TRS, LLC
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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The Gables of Gainesville
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Gainesville
79
Yes
-
15
1415 Fort Clarke Blvd Tenant LLC
Suite / 1 Bed
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Madison at Oviedo
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Oviedo
85
No
-
27
OVIEDO1818 OPCO, LLC
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
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Terracina Grand
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

RC

Respite Care

Naples
200
Yes
A+
12
TERRACINA, LLC
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Brookdale DeLand
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

DeLand (Scarlett)
89
Yes
A+
14
BKD STERLING HOUSE OF DELAND, LLC
Studio / Suite
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Riviera Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Holly Hill
80
Yes
-
54
SNH SE HOLLY HILL TENANT LLC
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Addington Place of Titusville
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Titusville
90
Yes
A-
31
ARHC TVTITFL01 TRS, LLC
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
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Mangrove Bay
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Jupiter
75
Yes
-
29
VOP MANGROVE BAY, LLC
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Oakmonte Village of Davie
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Davie
220
No
A+
56
8201 Stirling Road Opco LLC
Studio / Private / 1 Bed
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Discovery Village at Melbourne
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Melbourne
203
Yes
-
26
BRITTON (MELBOURNE) TRS LLC
1 Bed / 2 Bed
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American House The Palms
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Fort Myers (Winkler)
80
Yes
A+
59
FSQ THE PALMS AT FORT MYERS LLC
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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The Windsor at Ocala
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Ocala
94
Yes
-
2
18TH AVENUE ALF LLC
1 Bed
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The Windsor of Cape Coral
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Cape Coral (Hancock)
94
Yes
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33
SANTA BARBARA ALF LLC
1 Bed
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American House Senior Living Cape Coral

1656-1754 Skyline Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991, USA

Ideally situated in the harmonious residential area of Skyline Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL, American House Senior Living Cape Coral is an exceptional community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and highly trained team cares for residents’ special needs around the clock. Here, residents keep their peace of mind and gain meaningful experiences with the community handling their household responsibilities and day-to-day activities.

With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially connected to ensure their happiness and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences while fostering comfort for residents to enjoy mealtimes. Medication management, coordination with healthcare professionals, and physical and occupational therapy are provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community is a good option for those looking to find all the care they need in their later years with its luxurious and purposely designed amenities and devoted care that aims to enhance residents’ quality of life.

Overview of American House Senior Living Cape Coral

Ideally situated in the harmonious residential area of Skyline Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL, American House Senior Living Cape Coral is an exceptional community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and highly trained team cares for residents’ special needs around the clock. Here, residents keep their peace of mind and gain meaningful experiences with the community handling their household responsibilities and day-to-day activities.

With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially connected to ensure their happiness and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences while fostering comfort for residents to enjoy mealtimes. Medication management, coordination with healthcare professionals, and physical and occupational therapy are provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community is a good option for those looking to find all the care they need in their later years with its luxurious and purposely designed amenities and devoted care that aims to enhance residents’ quality of life.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living Respite Care

Salterra at Fort Myers

3501 Hancock Bridge Pkwy, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

Salterra at Fort Myers is an experienced assisted living and memory care community in North Fort Myers, FL, that offers assistance with daily living activities and memory support for older adults. Promoting a home-like and nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for in their later years. Dementia-friendly dining, 24-hour care, and medication assistance are among the exceptional services offered to meet residents’ needs. The community also follows a hospitality-based care approach, striving to maintain residents’ holistic wellness.

With mind-stimulating activities, wellness programs, and social events, residents are encouraged to explore new hobbies and stay active. Accessible living spaces and a secure courtyard also ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Bus stops and a variety of dining options are conveniently located nearby, providing residents with quick access to their needs and leisure. As a trusted choice for memory care in Florida, this senior living community provides excellent services to help older adults thrive in their later years.

Overview of Salterra at Fort Myers

Salterra at Fort Myers is an experienced assisted living and memory care community in North Fort Myers, FL, that offers assistance with daily living activities and memory support for older adults. Promoting a home-like and nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for in their later years. Dementia-friendly dining, 24-hour care, and medication assistance are among the exceptional services offered to meet residents’ needs. The community also follows a hospitality-based care approach, striving to maintain residents’ holistic wellness.

With mind-stimulating activities, wellness programs, and social events, residents are encouraged to explore new hobbies and stay active. Accessible living spaces and a secure courtyard also ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Bus stops and a variety of dining options are conveniently located nearby, providing residents with quick access to their needs and leisure. As a trusted choice for memory care in Florida, this senior living community provides excellent services to help older adults thrive in their later years.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Assisted Living Memory Care
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John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is dedicated to providing an environment of whole-person wellness in which the people served thrive. The community offers a variety of services including assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities.
Overview of John Knox Village of Florida, INC.
John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is dedicated to providing an environment of whole-person wellness in which the people served thrive. The community offers a variety of services including assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with numerous amenities and activities.
Westchester of Winter Park offers a holistic approach to assisted living, integrating housing, personalized support services, and healthcare tailored to individual needs. The community emphasizes family involvement and provides a vibrant lifestyle with various recreational activities. Residents enjoy a nurturing environment with dedicated staff committed to enhancing their quality of life.
Overview of Westchester of Winter Park
Westchester of Winter Park offers a holistic approach to assisted living, integrating housing, personalized support services, and healthcare tailored to individual needs. The community emphasizes family involvement and provides a vibrant lifestyle with various recreational activities. Residents enjoy a nurturing environment with dedicated staff committed to enhancing their quality of life.
Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living Facility is a Life Care Retirement Community located in Altoona, Florida. It offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents can enjoy a range of activities and dining options while being part of a supportive community.
Overview of Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living Facility
Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living Facility is a Life Care Retirement Community located in Altoona, Florida. It offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Residents can enjoy a range of activities and dining options while being part of a supportive community.
St. Mark Village is a senior living community located in Palm Harbor, Florida. It offers a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation. Residents can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with various amenities and dining options.
Overview of St Mark Village, INC.
St. Mark Village is a senior living community located in Palm Harbor, Florida. It offers a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation. Residents can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with various amenities and dining options.
The Highlands at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch is a senior living community located in Sarasota, Florida. It offers a variety of programs and activities for residents to engage in, promoting socialization and well-being. The community features exceptional amenities and healthcare services to support a fulfilling lifestyle.
Overview of The Highlands at the Glenridge on Palmer Ranch
The Highlands at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch is a senior living community located in Sarasota, Florida. It offers a variety of programs and activities for residents to engage in, promoting socialization and well-being. The community features exceptional amenities and healthcare services to support a fulfilling lifestyle.
The Preserve is a senior living community in Fort Myers, Florida, offering a range of services including assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and rehabilitation. It is part of Volunteers of America National Services, known for its commitment to quality care. The community provides a continuum of care, ensuring residents receive the support they need as their health needs change.
Overview of The Preserve
The Preserve is a senior living community in Fort Myers, Florida, offering a range of services including assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and rehabilitation. It is part of Volunteers of America National Services, known for its commitment to quality care. The community provides a continuum of care, ensuring residents receive the support they need as their health needs change.
The Lilac at Bayview Health is dedicated to providing exceptional medical care that meets the highest standards. It cultivates a welcoming and community-centered atmosphere. The facility offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.
Overview of The Lilac at Bayview
The Lilac at Bayview Health is dedicated to providing exceptional medical care that meets the highest standards. It cultivates a welcoming and community-centered atmosphere. The facility offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care.
Ansley Court LLC is an assisted living community located in Maitland, Florida. It offers a range of services designed to enhance comfort and foster companionship for seniors. The community provides 24/7 care, restaurant-style meals, and an active social calendar.
Overview of Ansley Court LLC
Ansley Court LLC is an assisted living community located in Maitland, Florida. It offers a range of services designed to enhance comfort and foster companionship for seniors. The community provides 24/7 care, restaurant-style meals, and an active social calendar.

Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

At Assisted Living Magazine, our rankings are designed to help families compare senior living communities with clarity and confidence.
Each community is evaluated and ranked based on reputation, transparency, digital trust, and on-site quality signals.
Below is the full explanation of every factor and the exact weight it contributes to the final score.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including:

  • Walkability and local accessibility
  • Estimated property value
  • Pricing information

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Virtual Tours & Videos

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Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

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Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

Check out our cost guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions from families.
What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

Check out our cost guide.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Virtual Tours & Videos

Check out our photo album

Check out our virtual tours

Check out our home videos

Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

Check out our resident interviews