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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
John Knox Village of Central Florida, Inc.
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Orange City
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 107
Rank #249 / 328
No
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 40
Rank #403 / 538
John Knox Village Of Central Florida, Inc?24
21%
Facility 21%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #77 / 301
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #110 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
Not-For-Profit$20,000Amanda Logan--
Vi at Lakeside Village
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lantana
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 107
Rank #249 / 328
Yes
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #454 / 538
Meridian Park Village Limited Partnership?15
27%
Facility 27%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #135 / 301
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 33
Rank #45 / 301
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #47 / 301
For-Profit$6,025Hauremarie Anne Simeus1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-
Regency Oaks
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Clearwater
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 107
Rank #285 / 328
Yes
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 40
Rank #516 / 538
Ccrc Regency Oaks LLC?11
18%
Facility 18%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #58 / 301
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 33
Rank #76 / 301
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #119 / 301
For-Profit$500Kyle P. BoldenStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Las Palmas Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Hialeah
200
Facility 200
FL AVG 107
Rank #22 / 328
No
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 40
Rank #17 / 538
Las Palmas Senior Living LLCD56
45%
Facility 45%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #263 / 301
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 33
Rank #270 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
Not-For-Profit$34,550Mauricio Abello1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Grace Manor at Hunters Creek LLC
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Plant City
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 107
Rank #218 / 328
No
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 40
Rank #121 / 538
Grace Manor At Hunters Creek LLCA-12
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #100 / 301
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #83 / 301
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #145 / 301
For-Profit$500Christina Gomer--
Woodlands Village
IL
AL
Bradenton (West Samoset)
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 107
Rank #222 / 328
Yes
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 40
Rank #236 / 538
1055 301 Boulevard E Opco LLCC46
39%
Facility 39%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #226 / 301
57
Facility 57
FL AVG 33
Rank #279 / 301
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #231 / 301
For-Profit$9,000Deanne HackettStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedC+
Canterfield of Ocala
IL
AL
MC
RC
Ocala
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 107
Rank #162 / 328
Yes
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 40
Rank #326 / 538
Vop Ocala, LLCA-23
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #49 / 301
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #131 / 301
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #119 / 301
For-Profit$500Wendy Carol Langford1 Bed / Villa-
The Grove at Canopy
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tallahassee
96
Facility 96
FL AVG 107
Rank #182 / 328
No
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 40
Rank #411 / 538
Kre Tallahassee Opco LLCA16
19%
Facility 19%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #64 / 301
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #83 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
For-Profit$0Samantha WhiteStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA
Sumter Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
The Villages
168
Facility 168
FL AVG 107
Rank #56 / 328
Yes
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 40
Rank #510 / 538
1490 Killingsworth Opco LLCA-44
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #100 / 301
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #131 / 301
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #47 / 301
For-Profit$6,000Marie GillesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Grande Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Brooksville
162
Facility 162
FL AVG 107
Rank #62 / 328
No
68
Facility 68
FL AVG 40
Rank #77 / 538
Grande Senior Living LLCB+35
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #123 / 301
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 33
Rank #156 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
For-Profit$3,500Melanie Gillan Paperini--

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Overview of Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills

Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Lakeland, Florida. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Having these care levels together can suit someone whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 95 beds, and residents may live with pets. Scheduled transportation is available for shopping, banking, and medical appointments, so residents can attend those outings without arranging each ride themselves. A salon and spa support on-site grooming, while the outdoor courtyard offers a place to spend time outside.

Restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or in a resident’s room. Payment options include insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits, giving eligible residents and families several ways to cover care. Tyrus Hawkins serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 79 places the area in the very walkable range, so most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills LLC

Overview of John Knox Village of Central Florida

John Knox Village of Central Florida offers nursing home care, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Orange City, Florida. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs change over time.

The community has 60 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Veterans Affairs benefits, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and Amanda Logan serves as the administrator.

Dining includes fresh seasonal ingredients, cooked to order meals, and a daily changing menu, giving residents different meal options from day to day. Rehabilitation services, outpatient services, and programs and classes support therapy, appointments, and structured activities within the community’s service offerings.

Contact John Knox Village of Central Florida, Inc.

Overview of VI at Lakeside Village

This facility aims to be more inviting and to be more homey. With its beautiful interior and inviting exterior, VI at Lakeside Village is an excellent choice for seniors who do not want to feel like they are away from home. At this facility, everything is suited to the lifestyle of the residents. From the different choices when it comes to accommodation to the various social spaces, each resident’s comfort is prioritized.

Aside from the beautiful facility, there are also state of the art amenities and a diverse range of activities and events that are held for the residents. These events include fitness classes, arts and crafts, and more. WIth these activities done, the seniors of VI at Lakeside Village are kept entertained and engaged, making for a fruitful stay.

Contact Vi at Lakeside Village

Regency Oaks

2751 Regency Oaks Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33759
Overview of Regency Oaks

Regency Oaks is a nursing home in Clearwater, Florida, offering assisted living, independent living, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, respite care is available for a short stay, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available here. Regency Oaks may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. With 26 beds, the setting is smaller, giving staff and residents the opportunity to get to know each other.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, allowing a resident to choose a private space or an arrangement that accommodates a companion. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO, Veteran Affairs Benefits, Medicare, and private pay; pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Kyle P. Bolden serves as administrator, and Ccrc Regency Oaks operates the community.

Contact Regency Oaks

Las Palmas Senior Living

5300 W 16Th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
Overview of Las Palmas Senior Living

Las Palmas Senior Living in Hialeah, FL, provides independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, respite care, and continuing care retirement community services. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing on site around the clock. Hospice supports residents at the end of life, and respite care provides a short term stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. Las Palmas may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may want to remain within one community. The community has 200 beds and offers one bedroom and two bedroom housing, with the larger layout potentially suiting a couple moving together. That range of housing gives couples an option to consider together.

Outpatient therapy and rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy without arranging outside transportation. Short term rehabilitation supports a time limited recovery stay. Dining includes menus crafted by chefs, while the wellness center and landscaped outdoor spaces provide places for wellness activities and relaxation.

A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid, so families may use an accepted insurance route or Medicaid when savings may not cover a long stay. Mauricio Abello serves as the administrator.

Contact Las Palmas Senior Living

Overview of Grace Manor at Hunters Creek

Offering independent living and assisted living, Grace Manor at Hunters Creek is administered by Christina Gomer in Plant City, FL, with a 76-bed capacity. The community supports private living for active older adults and provides assistance for those who require support for daily tasks. 24-hour staffing is also available, ensuring residents have access to care around the clock.

Restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or a resident’s room, and the beauty salon and barber provide grooming services on-site. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 59 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot. This also suggests that a resident who no longer drives may still be able to manage some nearby errands independently.

Payment options include Veterans Affairs Benefits, which can help an eligible veteran or surviving spouse pay for care.

Contact Grace Manor at Hunters Creek LLC

Overview of Woodlands Village

Providing seniors with accessible senior living experience and honoring military veterans with an exceptional experience, Woodlands Village is a distinguished senior living community situated in the stunning neighborhood of 301 Boulevard East, Bradenton, FL that focuses on independent living. With a wide selection of purposely designed and elegant accommodations, seniors settle in comfort and convenience. The community promises a worry-free lifestyle with supportive services.

A variety of stunning amenities and state-of-the-art safety systems accompany seniors during their stay in the community to ensure their safety and security. Moreover, a friendly and reliable team helps seniors keep their surroundings clean to provide more time to meet with friends. Woodlands Village is great for relaxation with its serene spaces and inviting community.

Contact Woodlands Village

Overview of Woodland Towers

Woodland Towers offers assisted living and independent living in DeLand, FL. In assisted living, residents can receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while living in their own apartment; independent living provides private housing with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Having both care levels can suit a resident whose support needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The 190-bed community has one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, including layouts that can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Medicaid is accepted, which gives eligible residents a way to help pay for covered care when personal savings may not cover the full cost. Tammy Cornett serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Indigo Center For Senior Living.

Residents can use a heated swimming pool, private screened patios or balconies, and multiple dining rooms serving chef-prepared meals. Transportation to nearby medical appointments is provided, so residents have an arranged option for those visits, and pets are allowed. A car-dependent Walk Score of 40 means most errands require a car or a ride, making the setting more suitable for residents who have access to transportation for shopping and other off-site needs.

Contact Woodland Towers

Cresthaven Senior Living

5100 Cresthaven Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Overview of Cresthaven Senior Living

Set amidst the serene background of West Palm Beach, FL, Cresthaven is a sprawling senior living community that offers a variety of senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite & Short Stay, and Hospice Care services. Here, residents can remain as independent as they can be, while benefiting from a variety of top-notch services. From assistance with activities of daily living to medication management, residents are sure to enjoy a fulfilling, worry-free lifestyle.

At Cresthaven, care meets a dynamic lifestyle with an array of amenities that have been carefully curated to provide a rewarding and enriching lifestyle for all residents. Residents can pamper themselves with a new look at the beauty salon, socialize and get active at the gathering center, or dive into an intriguing novel at the library. From exceptional care to engaging social spaces, residents will find everything they need to feel truly at home with Cresthaven.

Contact Cresthaven Senior Living

Overview of The Grove at Canopy

Welcome to The Grove at Canopy, a senior living community in Tallahassee, Florida, offering a seamless combination of Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. This assisted living community provides a lifestyle filled with convenience and a strong sense of community for seniors looking for Independent Living.

Residents at The Grove at Canopy’s Independent Living option can enjoy a social environment and luxurious, maintenance-free apartments. Additionally, they offer resort-style amenities and personalized programs, catering to individual lifestyles with opportunities for impromptu social gatherings, planned events, and exquisite gourmet dining experiences, all within easy reach. Embrace the freedom and comfort of Independent Living at The Grove at Canopy and discover a community where convenience and luxury unite. 

Contact The Grove at Canopy

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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Independent Living in Florida at a glance

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: 107The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Florida

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 556 independent living communities in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.