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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.
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.
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.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
The Residences At The Carlisle Palm Beach
IL
AL
RC
Lantana
175
Facility 175
FL AVG 107
Rank #45 / 328
D+Yes
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 40
Rank #182 / 538
Cre-Nl Carlisle Trs, LLC42
40%
Facility 40%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #233 / 301
63
Facility 63
FL AVG 33
Rank #283 / 301
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #262 / 301
For-Profit$6,000Michael HalpnerStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
St. Mark Assisted Living Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Palm Harbor (Highland Lakes)
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 107
Rank #222 / 328
B+No
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 40
Rank #252 / 538
St Mark Village Inc16
19%
Facility 19%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #64 / 301
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #131 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
Not-For-Profit$1,500Rhonda Coates--
Shelton Manor Inc
IL
AL
Pensacola (North Central Pensacola)
50
Facility 50
FL AVG 107
Rank #269 / 328
ANo
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 40
Rank #441 / 538
Shelton Manor Inc7
14%
Facility 14%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #33 / 301
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 33
Rank #16 / 301
0.1
Facility 0.1
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #16 / 301
For-Profit$0Maranda Dean Shelton--
Highpoint at Stonecrest
IL
AL
MC
Summerfield
122
Facility 122
FL AVG 107
Rank #116 / 328
A+Yes
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 40
Rank #503 / 538
Hc Summerfield Management Fl, LLC13
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #1 / 301
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 33
Rank #28 / 301
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #28 / 301
For-Profit$0Joelle Watkins--
Seagrass Village of Port Orange
IL
AL
MC
RC
Port Orange (Port Orange Gateway Center)
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 107
Rank #222 / 328
B+Yes
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 40
Rank #268 / 538
Bfg Port Orange Propco IV, LLC12
33%
Facility 33%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #184 / 301
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #105 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
For-Profit$400Jeffrey Carlton JaquesStudio / 1 Bed-
Vizcaya By the Sea
IL
AL
Pompano Beach (Country Club Isles)
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 107
Rank #233 / 328
B+No
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 40
Rank #300 / 538
Vizcaya Alf, Inc39
21%
Facility 21%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #77 / 301
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 33
Rank #184 / 301
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #119 / 301
For-Profit$13,000Svetlana Kagan--
Mariposa Lake Worth
IL
AL
MC
Lake Worth Beach (Bellaggio)
191
Facility 191
FL AVG 107
Rank #31 / 328
B+Yes
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 40
Rank #334 / 538
9130 Hypoluxo Rd Opco LLC13
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #220 / 301
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #110 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
For-Profit$1,000Michael Kaminski--
Allegro
IL
AL
MC
Fleming Island
112
Facility 112
FL AVG 107
Rank #139 / 328
ANo
63
Facility 63
FL AVG 40
Rank #98 / 538
Kapg Fleming Island Senior Housing Opco, LLC22
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #1 / 301
0
Facility 0
FL AVG 33
Rank #1 / 301
0.0
Facility 0.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #1 / 301
For-Profit$200Amanda Sue King--
Lake Forest Park
IL
AL
MC
Fort Pierce (Cortez Estates)
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 107
Rank #217 / 328
C+Yes
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 40
Rank #386 / 538
Gv Fort Pierce Opco LLC33
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+
Wedgewood of Winter Haven
IL
AL
RC
Winter Haven
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 107
Rank #290 / 328
BNo
63
Facility 63
FL AVG 40
Rank #98 / 538
Wedgewood Of Winter Haven Inc13
38%
Facility 38%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #220 / 301
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #121 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #203 / 301
For-Profit$500Nilo Q MoradosPrivate Rooms-

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Overview of The Residences at the Carlisle Palm Beach

The Residences at the Carlisle Palm Beach offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Lantana, Florida. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space, whereas independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Respite care is a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having several care levels in one community may suit someone whose needs grow from independent living to assisted living without requiring a move.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio is one private space, while a two bedroom unit can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The community has 175 beds, so it is larger in scale, with more residents and staff and usually more programming. A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some errands independently. Pets are allowed. Sharron Empson serves as administrator, and Cre-Nl Carlisle Trs operates the community.

Starting Price $4,480/Month

Contact The Residences At The Carlisle Palm Beach

Overview of St. Mark Assisted Living Center

St. Mark Assisted Living Center is in the Highland Lakes neighborhood of Palm Harbor, Florida, and offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living means private living with community services but no daily care, while assisted living allows a resident to keep an apartment while receiving help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 75 beds, with Rhonda Coates serving as administrator and St Mark Village operating the community. Daily activities are tailored to cognitive abilities, giving residents structured options suited to what they can manage, while specialized dementia care and support are available around the clock.

An outdoor courtyard and private screened patios give residents places to spend time outside, and a family visiting room provides a designated indoor space for visits. Chef prepared meals are served in a supportive dining environment, while on site healthcare allows some healthcare needs to be addressed without leaving the community. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives will need transportation arranged for routine errands.

Contact St. Mark Assisted Living Center

Overview of Shelton Manor

Shelton Manor provides assisted living and independent living in Pensacola, FL, within a 50-bed setting. Residents receive assistance with daily tasks, while housekeeping and laundry are provided to help with household tasks. With 24-hour staffing, residents also receive care around the clock.

Respite care supports short stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover, while nursing services are available for those with ongoing clinical oversight. Moreover, private and semi-private rooms are available, offering older adults options for their preferences. Medicaid is accepted as a payment option for eligible residents receiving covered care.

Landscaped grounds give residents an outdoor place to relax and get fresh air. Additionally, daily scheduled activities include games, arts and crafts, music, and fitness sessions. Maranda Dean Shelton serves as the administrator.

Contact Shelton Manor Inc

Highpoint at Stonecrest

17201 Se 109Th Terrace Rd, Summerfield, FL 34491
Overview of Highpoint at Stonecrest

Highpoint at Stonecrest offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Summerfield, FL. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks without taking away the resident’s own apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. Highpoint at Stonecrest may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community. The community has 122 beds, Joelle Watkins serves as administrator, and Hc Summerfield Management Fl operates it. A saltwater pool provides an on-site place to swim, chef-prepared dining means meals are prepared by a chef, and pets are allowed, with a dog park where a resident’s dog can exercise.

Contact Highpoint at Stonecrest

Seagrass Village of Port Orange

3875 Yorktowne Blvd, Port Orange, FL 32129
Overview of Seagrass Village of Port Orange

Seagrass Village of Port Orange offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Port Orange, FL. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks while keeping a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels does not require leaving the community.

The community has 75 beds and offers studio residences and residences with one bedroom. Seagrass Village of Port Orange may be a good fit for someone who wants multiple care options, including memory care or a short respite stay. The setting gives families several care arrangements to consider within one community.

Residents can use the pool and salon, along with scheduled transportation. Rehabilitation services provide therapy without requiring transportation to another location. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving into the community.

Activities and programs focus on social connection, creativity, learning, and physical fitness. The area has a walk score of 38 and is dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride. Insurance and/or an HMO can be used for payment.

Jeffrey Carlton Jaques serves as the administrator, and Bfg Port Orange Propco Iv operates the community.

Contact Seagrass Village of Port Orange

Overview of Vizcaya by the Sea

Vizcaya by the Sea offers assisted living and independent living in Pompano Beach, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels may suit someone whose support needs could change over time, allowing a move between care types within the community. Vizcaya by the Sea has 70 beds, and Medicaid is accepted, giving residents a payment option when savings may not cover a long stay.

Svetlana Kagan serves as administrator, and Vizcaya Alf operates the community. It is in the Country Club Isles neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 33 places the area in a car-dependent setting. Most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

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Mariposa Lake Worth

9130 Hypoluxo Rd, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33467
Overview of Mariposa Lake Worth

Mariposa Lake Worth is a highly recognized retirement community in Lake Worth Beach, FL, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring first-class amenities in a lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults live the best of their later years. Housekeeping, all-day dining, and 24-hour support are also provided, so residents can maintain their independence with ease. Alongside thoughtfully curated amenities and dedicated services, the community strives to meet residents’ ever-changing needs and preferences.

Arcade, live entertainment, and lectures provide residents with more opportunities for continuous learning and active living. A swimming pool, a library, and an outdoor walking path also ensure residents can relax and move around comfortably. Wellington Regional Medical Center and Palm Beach are also located nearby, providing residents with convenient access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the best choices for senior living in Florida, this retirement community ensures older adults can age comfortably.

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Allegro

3651 Us Highway 17, Fleming Island, FL 32003
Overview of Allegro

Allegro offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Fleming Island, Florida. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having independent living, assisted living, and memory care in one community may suit a resident whose care needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Allegro has 112 beds. Amanda Sue King serves as administrator, and Kapg Fleming Island Senior Housing Opco operates the community. A Walk Score of 63 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives some opportunities to get out independently.

The salon and barbershop support grooming, while the fitness center provides a place to exercise. Residents can also use the movie theater, outdoor walking path, pond and gazebo, and billiards and game room for entertainment, outdoor time, and games on site. Chef prepared meals are served restaurant style or delivered to residents' rooms, so a resident can dine in a shared setting or in their room.

Contact Allegro

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.

Starting Price $3,595/Month

Contact Lake Forest Park

Overview of Wedgewood of Winter Haven

Committed to providing a comprehensive assisted living home experience that prioritizes comfort and dignity, Wedgewood of Winter Haven is a compassionate choice for seniors in need of extra assistance to live a full and fulfilling retirement. Offering a full range of services tailored to the needs of each individual, personal care including grooming; daily living activities such as housekeeping, cooking and laundry; medical management, are all handled by an expert team dedicated to caring for residents.

Enjoy the elegance of cozy rooms at this assisted living community, for maximum privacy, safety and relaxation. Residents are able to foster new friendships for life, maintaining a healthy social life while finding excitement in activities prepared by the staff.

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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.