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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. 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.
The Palms at Sebring
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Sebring
141
Facility 141
FL AVG 107
Rank #86 / 328
No
63
Facility 63
FL AVG 40
Rank #98 / 538
Pine Street Alf Operations LLC?33
33%
Facility 33%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #184 / 301
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 33
Rank #245 / 301
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #231 / 301
For-Profit$7,500Ashley AmundsenStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Westminster Shores
IL
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
St. Petersburg (Bahama Shores)
103
Facility 103
FL AVG 107
Rank #157 / 328
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 40
Rank #529 / 538
Westminster Shores, IncA-20
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #100 / 301
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #83 / 301
0.4
Facility 0.4
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #67 / 301
Not-For-Profit$3,500Laura Pesano--
Elia‘s Home Care, Inc.
IL
AL
MC
NH
Coral Gables (Flagami)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 107
Rank #292 / 328
No
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 40
Rank #42 / 538
Elia's Home Care, IncA10
30%
Facility 30%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #160 / 301
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #53 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
For-Profit$0Alejandra RojasStudio-
Lake Forest Park
IL
AL
MC
Fort Pierce (Cortez Estates)
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 107
Rank #217 / 328
Yes
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 40
Rank #386 / 538
Gv Fort Pierce Opco LLCC+33
36%
Facility 36%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #211 / 301
44
Facility 44
FL AVG 33
Rank #261 / 301
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #242 / 301
For-Profit$1,000Tanya CruzStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center
IL
AL
MC
Port Charlotte
114
Facility 114
FL AVG 107
Rank #136 / 328
No
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 40
Rank #210 / 538
Hallowstone Charlotte Operating LLCB-53
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #220 / 301
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 33
Rank #267 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
For-Profit$2,750Jennifer KennamerStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB-
Belmont Village Senior Living Coral Gables
IL
AL
MC
RC
Coral Gables (Industrial Section)
232
Facility 232
FL AVG 107
Rank #11 / 328
Yes
87
Facility 87
FL AVG 40
Rank #21 / 538
Bvbp Po Cg LLCD11
64%
Facility 64%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #299 / 301
35
Facility 35
FL AVG 33
Rank #240 / 301
3.2
Facility 3.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #301 / 301
For-Profit$21,500Richard HernandezPrivate Rooms-
Tuscany Heights Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Naples (South Naples)
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 107
Rank #74 / 328
Yes
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 40
Rank #355 / 538
Snh Fla Tenant LLCC+33
39%
Facility 39%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #226 / 301
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 33
Rank #231 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #203 / 301
For-Profit$6,500Carla Annette DavisStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Eastside Active Living
IL
AL
Hollywood (Hollywood Lakes)
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 107
Rank #193 / 328
No
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 40
Rank #121 / 538
Eastside Active Living, LLCC+55
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #148 / 301
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 33
Rank #276 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #203 / 301
For-Profit$11,375Svetlana Sokolovsky1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Palms at St. Lucie West
IL
AL
MC
Port St. Lucie (Saint Lucie West)
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 107
Rank #212 / 328
Yes
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 40
Rank #366 / 538
Snh Fla Tenant LLCB+28
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #148 / 301
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 33
Rank #184 / 301
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #164 / 301
For-Profit$1,000Amy MccabeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Meridian at Waterways
IL
AL
MC
Fort Lauderdale (East Fort Lauderdale)
130
Facility 130
FL AVG 107
Rank #102 / 328
No
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 40
Rank #40 / 538
Somh Fort Lauderdale Operating LLCB20
40%
Facility 40%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #233 / 301
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 33
Rank #159 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #203 / 301
For-Profit$500Tina Martin CraneStudio / 1 Bed-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other FL independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 556 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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The Palms at Sebring

725 S Pine St, Sebring, FL 33870
Overview of The Palms at Sebring

Every day is an opportunity for wellness and meaningful experiences at The Palms at Sebring, a dynamic senior living community in Sebring, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled care, and short-term care. Age in place in a stunning location and well-designed apartments that accommodate various lifestyles and needs, including spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Providing multiple levels of care, the community warrants a smooth transition should residents’ care needs evolve. Whether you need 24-hour nursing care, comprehensive therapies, or assistance with daily living activities, you are guaranteed to find all the help you need.

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a robust daily schedule filled with resident-centered activities, daily outings, scheduled trips, and social hours. From birthday parties and movies to musical programs, outings, and other special events, residents will never run out of things to do and explore. Residents enjoy freshly made breakfast, lunch, and dinner without the hassles of cooking and cleaning, providing a joyful dining experience. At The Palms at Sebring, residents enjoy a positive and uplifting atmosphere with access to everything they need for a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle.

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Elia‘s Home Care, Inc.

5600 Southwest 7Th Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Overview of Elia‘s Home Care

Elia’s Home Care, Inc. has proudly served the Coral Gables community for 14 years, making it an exceptional discovery for seniors seeking a happy and fulfilling living experience. Unlike merely providing the essentials, Elia’s Home Care goes above and beyond to ensure that every day is cherished by its residents. The facility boasts impeccable cleanliness, delectable food options, and a team of dedicated professionals who maintain the facility’s high standards. The spacious and homelike environment creates a refreshing atmosphere.

In addition to offering assisted living services, the facility takes pride in its cutting-edge approach to memory care. Working closely with social and support services, they provide various payment options to assist families in covering costs through payment plans or referrals to relevant agencies. The well-trained staff at Elia’s Home Care ensures top-level care for all residents, including mobility assistance for those who require it. Living at Elia’s Home Care is like a breath of fresh air, where seniors can thrive in a supportive and enriching community.

 

The staff at Elia’s are bilingual and speak both Spanish and English.

Contact Elia‘s Home Care, Inc.

Westminster Shores

125 56Th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Overview of Westminster Shores

Westminster Shores is a community committed to providing excellent service that blends arts, culture, and dining. Catering to independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing care, the home places a lot of importance on the intelligent use of interior design to boost one’s creativity and maintain a healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. They value the freedom of residents to spend their days the way they want without compromising the quality of care they deserve, ensuring a life well lived and enjoyed.

At Westminster Shores, you’ll find everything you need with their quality amenities and helpful services. One of the trusted choices in St. Petersburg, the senior living homes tries to ensure that residents maintain an active lifestyle which is they offer an exclusive My W Life, a premier wellness program that cultivates a lifestyle that help maintain freedom and active senior living experience, such as entertainment programs, educational activities, and delicious meal plans.

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Overview of Lake Forest Park

Lake Forest Park is an assisted living community in Fort Pierce, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides 24-hour staffing in a resort-style setting to ensure older adults are well-cared for. Restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, concierge services, and transportation are among the services provided to support residents’ daily living. Residents have access to the different levels of care they require while maintaining their independence.

Fitness programs, activities, and outings are conducted to help residents maintain holistic well-being and encourage them to live actively. A variety of floor plans are available, providing older adults with various options that can meet their preferences. Located in Fort Pierce, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. Medicaid is also accepted for both assisted living and memory care. This assisted living community is a good option for senior living in Florida, especially with its affordable, resort-style environment.

Current availability and immediate openings include:Assisted Living: Studio & Shared Apartments – Furnished upon request with NO additional costMedicaid is accepted, with out-of-pocket starting at $1,475.

Memory Care: Shared & Private Apartments – Furnished upon request with NO additional costMedicaid is accepted, with out-of-pocket starting at $2,220.

Independent Living Villas: 2-bedroom, 2 bath, 1 Car Garage VillasStarting at $3,595, with $1000 OFF the FIRST 12 months.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center

Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center is a senior living community in Port Charlotte, Florida, offering a range of 24-hour services tailored to help residents stay comfortable and feel safe. The community is located in a coastal town with a warm Floridian climate year-round, providing a rejuvenating lifestyle with a variety of on-site amenities and activities.

The community’s dining program, accredited by the American Culinary Federation and coordinated by highly trained chefs, offers residents a restaurant-style dining experience in the community dining room. Accommodations include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, equipped with individually controlled thermostats, emergency call systems, and kitchenettes for assisted living residences. Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center provides a supportive senior living environment that promotes independence and vitality. The community offers a variety of on-site medical services, including dental, podiatry, and optometry, as well as assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility. Residents can also enjoy a range of recreational and educational activities, including arts and crafts, literary programs, and horticultural activities, as well as transportation services and a beautiful garden.

Contact Truewood by Merrill, Charlotte Center

Tampa Gardens Senior Living

16702 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618
Overview of Tampa Gardens Senior Living

Situated in Hillsborough County, Tampa Gardens is a beautiful senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Customized care plans are crafted for each resident, tailored to satisfy and address their needs. Inspiring seniors to flourish within its serene environment, caregivers are available 24 hours to provide top-notch support and quality assistance.

With beautifully designed accommodations, residents can choose from spacious studios to elegant one- and two-bedroom suites. These luxury homes are equipped with private bathrooms, closets, work areas, and living rooms. Having the perfect package, Tampa Gardens also offers daily programmed activities, and regularly scheduled outings, fitness classes, and social events to promote holistic well-being for their residents. 

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Overview of The Villas of Casa Celeste

Eight years in, The Villas of Casa Celeste is a fixture at 9225 82nd Ave in Seminole, Florida, a 100-bed community that’s grown past the point of being anyone’s untested newcomer. The area scores 32 on Walk Score, so it’s somewhat walkable. You can knock out a few errands on foot, but for most trips, you’re getting in a car.

Florida’s inspection process for this community has tended to circle back to medication management, staff credentials, and dietary and food service. That’s not unusual. Those three areas show up again and again across senior living inspections statewide, and they’re really about the systems behind daily care rather than anything dramatic happening in a resident’s room.

What stands out on the financial side is flexibility. The community accepts insurance and HMO coverage, Medicaid, and VA benefits, three distinct paths that families can lean on depending on how a resident’s care ends up getting paid for. That’s not nothing when you’re trying to plan two or three years out instead of just two or three months.

At 100 beds, this is a bigger operation than a lot of the boutique-style communities you’ll come across in a Seminole search. Bigger usually means more staff on the ground and steadier shift coverage, even though the profile doesn’t spell out exact staffing numbers.

It’s a well-established, mid-sized community with real payment flexibility, which matters most for families trying to make a decision that has to hold up over the long haul.

Contact The Villas of Casa Celeste

Overview of Tuscany Heights Senior Living

Offering a lifestyle free from worry and full of fun, Tuscany Heights Senior Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers vibrant assisted living. Residents are guaranteed a safe and cozy residence with a variety of elegantly designed living spaces —equipped with quartz countertops, modern conveniences, and great views. A care team is available 24/7, along with a hardworking support team that handles housekeeping and laundry, allowing residents to simply relax in their beautiful apartments and indulge in an array of luxurious amenities.

Encouraging residents to make the most of each moment, the community conducts a variety of activities that brings residents entertainment and joy. Residents can choose to participate in activities such as water aerobics, arts & crafts, happy hours, live entertainment, or scheduled outings. The community offers plenty of amenities to explore, including a beauty salon, a library, heated pool, private dining rooms, and a fitness clinic where they can enjoy a group workout or an individual exercise session.

Contact Tuscany Heights Senior Living

Overview of The Palms at St. Lucie West

Tucked away in the peaceful neighborhood in Port St. Lucie, FL, The Palms of St. Lucie West is an inviting senior living community surrounded by dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. This community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, providing residents with various care levels tailored to their needs. Seniors can enjoy outdoor activities like golf and tennis, as well as visits to local gems such as the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens and the Riverwalk Boardwalk, all contributing to a fulfilling lifestyle.

The Palms of St. Lucie West is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging environment where residents can live meaningful lives. With a dedicated team available 24/7, residents benefit from personalized services, restaurant-style dining, and a variety of social and educational activities. Additional amenities include an in-house beauty salon, fitness center, and transportation services, ensuring that everything residents need is right at their fingertips.

Contact The Palms at St. Lucie West

Overview of Grand Living at Coral Gables

Age blissfully at Grand Living at Coral Gables, a dedicated community in Coral Gables, FL, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With its comprehensive care options, residents receive top-notch care for their special needs and preferences. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are available in a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delightful restaurants and shops are also available nearby, so residents enjoy a variety of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. With its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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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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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.