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Best Assisted Living in Orlando, FL

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 36 homes in Orlando, FL

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Florida Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $4,800
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $4,000–$6,500
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:6 to 1:12
National average: 1:6

Compare Assisted Living around Orlando (Metro Area)

The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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Benton House of Clermont
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Clermont
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 90
Rank #638 / 1072
No
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 40
Rank #953 / 1485
Good Hearth Senior Care LLC17
47.1%
Facility 47.1%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #318 / 918
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #288 / 918
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #330 / 918
For-Profit$625Pamela Gust-OrrStudio / 1 BedA-
Spring Hills Hunters Creek
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Orlando
108
Facility 108
FL AVG 90
Rank #404 / 1072
No
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 40
Rank #185 / 1485
Pram/Hunter's Creek Te, LLC37
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #564 / 918
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #763 / 918
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #694 / 918
For-Profit$17,500Sarah FuentesStudio-
Heritage Waterside
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Daytona Beach Shores (Winthrop Holding)
126
Facility 126
FL AVG 90
Rank #240 / 1072
Yes
37
Facility 37
FL AVG 40
Rank #786 / 1485
Heritage Waterside LLC10
-
Facility -
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #1 / 918
10
Facility 10
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #131 / 918
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #166 / 918
For-Profit-Mary NossStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
HearthStone at Nona Lakes
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Orlando (East Park)
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 90
Rank #447 / 1072
No
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 40
Rank #724 / 1485
Ln Senior Housing Opco, LLC13
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #861 / 918
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #448 / 918
2.2
Facility 2.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #868 / 918
For-Profit$12,500Donald MccurryStudio / 1 Bed-
Palm Cottages of Rockledge
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rockledge (Admiralty Lakes Townhomes)
112
Facility 112
FL AVG 90
Rank #375 / 1072
No
39
Facility 39
FL AVG 40
Rank #742 / 1485
Palm Cottage Operator, LLC78
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #758 / 918
123
Facility 123
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #909 / 918
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #739 / 918
For-Profit$38,100Carola Gonzales--
Brookdale Conway
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Orlando (Dixie Belle)
103
Facility 103
FL AVG 90
Rank #429 / 1072
Yes
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 40
Rank #322 / 1485
Emeritus Properties Ngh LLC59
81.4%
Facility 81.4%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #838 / 918
97
Facility 97
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #885 / 918
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #739 / 918
For-Profit$38,750Manuel GonzalezStudio / 1 BedA+
Westminster Towers
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Orlando (Southeast Orlando)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 90
Rank #698 / 1072
No
65
Facility 65
FL AVG 40
Rank #274 / 1485
Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc.23
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #690 / 918
43
Facility 43
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #656 / 918
1.9
Facility 1.9
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #834 / 918
Not-For-Profit$1,000Ricardo Diaz1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Encore at Avalon Park Assisted
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Orlando (Cygnus Drive)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 90
Rank #262 / 1072
No
68
Facility 68
FL AVG 40
Rank #233 / 1485
Avalon Sh Management, LLC44
75%
Facility 75%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #761 / 918
58
Facility 58
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #772 / 918
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #556 / 918
For-Profit$18,500Suzette GarciaStudio / 1 Bed-
Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Kissimmee (Marigold Avenue)
200
Facility 200
FL AVG 90
Rank #40 / 1072
Yes
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 40
Rank #1144 / 1485
Tuscan Isle Operating Company, LLC40
67.5%
Facility 67.5%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #661 / 918
81
Facility 81
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #851 / 918
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #846 / 918
For-Profit$11,500James HooperStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Bridge at Orlando
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Orlando
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 90
Rank #262 / 1072
Yes
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 40
Rank #763 / 1485
Inverrary Retirement Investors, LLC32
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #836 / 918
39
Facility 39
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #600 / 918
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #457 / 918
For-Profit$12,250Taron J. MortonAlcove / 1 BedA+
Brookdale Dr. Phillips
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Orlando
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 90
Rank #811 / 1072
Yes
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 40
Rank #943 / 1485
Brookdale Management Of Florida Po LLC38
89.5%
Facility 89.5%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #886 / 918
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #795 / 918
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #739 / 918
For-Profit$45,051Nancy BarbeeSuiteA+
The Rose Garden of Orlando
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Orlando (South Division)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 90
Rank #262 / 1072
No
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 40
Rank #887 / 1485
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O.S.J Family Place
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Orlando
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 90
Rank #1045 / 1072
No
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 40
Rank #637 / 1485
Osj Family Place Assistant Living Facility Inc6
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #850 / 918
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #200 / 918
2.3
Facility 2.3
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #877 / 918
For-Profit$500Sylvania Jean Baptiste--
The Summit of Winter Garden
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Winter Garden
55
Facility 55
FL AVG 90
Rank #751 / 1072
Yes
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 40
Rank #991 / 1485
Cpf Lc II Operations - Winter Garden LLC23
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #846 / 918
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #552 / 918
1.6
Facility 1.6
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #739 / 918
For-Profit$4,500Julio E PerezStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Kare Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Orlando (Lake Holden Shores)
16
Facility 16
FL AVG 90
Rank #889 / 1072
No
57
Facility 57
FL AVG 40
Rank #392 / 1485
Kare Assisted Living, LLC27
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
FL AVG 52.9%
Rank #839 / 918
53
Facility 53
FL AVG 34.4
Rank #744 / 918
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #846 / 918
For-Profit$6,200Sandra MatosPrivate / Shared Rooms-
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Overview of Carmita’s Assisting Living Iv

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Marcastle Avenue, Orlando, FL, Carmita’s Assisting Living IV is a one-of-a-kind senior living community focusing on assisted living. With six snug and sophisticated accommodations, seniors enjoy unparalleled comfort and care. The community boasts a team of kind and highly skilled professionals lending extra hands for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

Keep peace of mind with the community managing residents’ medication, housekeeping, and laundry. Indulge in delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. Carmita’s Assisting Living IV goes above and beyond to create a haven for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years while receiving the utmost care and support they deserve.

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Overview of Carmita’s Assisting Living Iii

A trusted six-bed senior living community nestled in the tranquil grounds of Parkmanor Drive, Orlando, FL, Carmita’s Assisting Living III focuses on assisted living. With its dedication to improving seniors’ welfare, the community delivers the highest standard of care and support for seniors to flourish and reach their full potential. The community handles housekeeping, manages medication, and attends to daily living activities to provide seniors with more opportunities to focus on their aspirations.

Regular laundry services are also offered to ensure residents enjoy a worry-free retirement. Eat well and feel good with delightful and healthy meals satisfying dietary needs and tastes for hassle-free dining. Carmita’s Assisting Living III is a safe place for seniors to spend their best years with its excellent services and cheerful community.

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Overview of Prestige Care Assisted Living LLC

Receive the finest care and assistance from Prestice Care Assisted Living, a trusted senior living community located in the peaceful neighborhood of Wendy Drive, Orlando, FL, that offers a wide array of care options. These include personal care, respite care, skilled nursing, companion care, after-surgery care, and special needs care. The community strives to create a safe place for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia to protect their privacy and keep their dignity.

Residents can rest assured of maintaining their independence with the community providing care and assistance only when it is needed and preferred. The community also helps stimulate seniors’ minds by conversing and listening to their stories. Prestige Care Assisted Living is ideal for seniors aiming to make the most out of their golden years without worries.

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Overview of Carmita’s Assisting Living V

Carmita’s Assisting Living V is a blissful senior living community in Uintah Avenue, Orlando, FL, that is committed to improving seniors’ well-being with assisted living services. The community works hard to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations with a team of reliable and highly qualified professionals. Seniors and families can rest their minds knowing Carmita’s Assisting Living V takes care of daily living activities and housekeeping.

The community manages residents’ medication to ensure they take their medicines without miss. Here, delightful and nutritious meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and cravings. Carmita’s Assisting Living V is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom with a caring and cheerful community attending to their ever-changing needs and aspirations.

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Overview of Carmita’s Assisting Living Ii

Located in the peaceful residential area of Killian Drive, Orlando, FL is the extraordinary senior living community of Carmita’s Assisting Living II offering assisted living. Featuring six cozy and warm accommodations, the community promises a comfortable and safe retirement. A responsible and highly trained team goes above and beyond to deliver top-notch care and assistance 24/7 for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.

Housekeeping, medication management, and daily living activities are handled by the community, creating avenues for seniors to mingle with friends and live as they prefer. With delightful and nutritious meals served from breakfast to dinner, residents enjoy hassle-free dining that caters to dietary requirements and tastes. Carmita’s Assisting Living II is great for seniors looking to optimize their independence surrounded by a caring and trusted community.

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Overview of Pathways to Care INC

Pathways to Care INC is a 34-bed, non-profit assisted living and memory care home. The facility integrates healthcare services, case management support, and specialized cognitive programming, utilizing transitional care coordination and community referral networks to assist residents and their families.

Long-term health department documentation spanning a 12-year window logs 62 total citations across 28 separate visits. Annually, this averages out to 4.4 infractions, tracking within a close 4% margin of the typical Florida state benchmark. Official evaluations on file have consistently uncovered at least one issue per visit, meaning the home has yet to achieve a zero citations-per-inspection rate for an entirely clean report.

Regulatory files reveal long-standing difficulties with building upkeep, resident paperwork, and employee orientation standards. Although the property previously struggled with high violation numbers, including a peak of 12 citations in 2019, the team demonstrated better oversight during 2024 by clearing three straight state reviews without a single infraction. The latest check from October 2025 indicated a small step back, noting three minor deficiencies regarding medication labeling, resident supervision, and dementia training. Throughout this entire timeline, state regulators have not issued any financial penalties or administrative sanctions against the facility.

Individuals investigating local placement options can treat these fluctuating reports as a sign that the home has worked to move past its older regulatory challenges. Since the historical data shows that specific elements like employee training files and labeling protocols sometimes require closer monitoring, checking with the head of nursing about their daily oversight habits is a smart move. Setting up a walkthrough also gives you an ideal opportunity to examine the physical condition of the living spaces and see how the case management team interacts with families on a normal day.

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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 Orlando, FL

What is the average cost of assisted living in Orlando, FL?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Orlando, FL is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Orlando, FL?

Assisted living in Orlando, FL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Orlando, FL?

Assisted living facilities in Orlando, FL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Orlando, FL?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~30–50 licensed assisted living facilities in Orlando, FL.

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.