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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.
Health Center at Sinai Residences
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Boca Raton
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 107
Rank #228 / 328
Yes
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 40
Rank #343 / 538
Federation Ccrc Operations Corp?17
12%
Facility 12%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #28 / 301
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #83 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
Not-For-Profit$0Amin Sanaia-A+
Westminster Oaks Tallahassee
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tallahassee
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 107
Rank #117 / 328
Yes-Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc?24
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #49 / 301
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 33
Rank #65 / 301
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #47 / 301
Not-For-Profit$0Karen Myers--
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-
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--
St Mark Village, Inc.
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Palm Harbor (Highland Lakes)
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 107
Rank #199 / 328
No
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 40
Rank #252 / 538
St Mark Village Inc?25
16%
Facility 16%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #44 / 301
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 33
Rank #65 / 301
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #28 / 301
Not-For-Profit$0Danielle Barbara Gorddard-A+
Cypress Village
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Jacksonville (Southside)
112
Facility 112
FL AVG 107
Rank #139 / 328
Yes
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 40
Rank #441 / 538
Ccrc Opco - Cypress Village, LLC?20
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #100 / 301
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 33
Rank #150 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
For-Profit$500William Rouse1 bed / 2 bed-
Concordia Village of Tampa
IL
AL
MC
NH
Tampa
175
Facility 175
FL AVG 107
Rank #45 / 328
No
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 40
Rank #377 / 538
Fletcher Fl Al, LLC?46
24%
Facility 24%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #92 / 301
38
Facility 38
FL AVG 33
Rank #245 / 301
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #164 / 301
Not-For-Profit$8,000Tracy Lynn JohnsonStudio / 1 Bed / 2 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-
A Loving Hand Facility Care LLC
IL
AL
MC
NH
Port St. Lucie (Port Saint Lucie)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 107
Rank #292 / 328
No
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 40
Rank #334 / 538
A Loving Hand Facility Care LLCC+11
45%
Facility 45%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #263 / 301
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 33
Rank #165 / 301
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #282 / 301
For-Profit$1,400Francis Bruno--
Elderly Pride Assisted Living II
IL
AL
MC
NH
Plant City
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 107
Rank #292 / 328
No
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 40
Rank #55 / 538
Elderly Pride Assisted Living LLC IIC15
53%
Facility 53%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #285 / 301
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 33
Rank #200 / 301
1.7
Facility 1.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #277 / 301
For-Profit$4,400David A Kadiri--

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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Overview of Health Center at Sinai Residences

Health Center at Sinai Residences in Boca Raton provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing services. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary, recovery focused stays rather than long term residence. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement.

The community has 74 beds, with 90% occupancy, meaning 90% of those beds are occupied. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted as payment options. Residents can use the pool and outdoor patios, dine through the gourmet dining service, and keep pets because pets are allowed. Donna Lee Fabian serves as administrator, and Federation Ccrc Operations operates the community.

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St Mark Village, Inc.

2655 Nebraska Ave, Palm Harbor, FL 34684-2630
Overview of St Mark Village

St Mark Village in Palm Harbor, Florida, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite support. Independent living allows residents to maintain private residences alongside shared campus amenities without routine daily assistance. Assisted living delivers help with personal care duties such as dressing, bathing, and medication administration within private apartments. Specialized memory care accommodations feature a secured environment for individuals living with dementia, while short-term rehabilitation services assist those recovering from health events.

Administrator Danielle Barbara Gorddard manages operations for this 88-bed community in the Highland Lakes neighborhood. Daily nursing coverage averages 4 hours and 34 minutes per resident. On-site conveniences feature multiple dining venues, including a café, bistro, bakery, and formal dining room, offering customized menus adapted to individual dietary needs. Social programming and wellness activities are available regularly. Situated in a car-dependent area with a 40 walk score, local trips generally require vehicular transportation. funds.

Prospective residents can contact St Mark Village to learn about current apartment availability, schedule a facility visit, or ask about specific care plans. Payment options cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private

Contact St Mark Village, Inc.

Overview of Concordia Village of Tampa

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Tampa, FL, Concordia Village of Tampa is a blissful haven that offers independent living. The community features cozy and thoughtfully designed studio to two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and well-being. Residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle with routine maintenance, 24-hour security, and concierge services.

Engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Delectable and well-balanced meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community has plenty of amenities, including a swimming pool, a movie theater, a billiards room, a beauty salon, a fitness center, game courts, a library, a computer center, and cozy communal spaces.

Contact Concordia Village of Tampa

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.

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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.

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.

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Overview of A Loving Hand Facility Care

Have a glorious retirement with A Loving Hand Facility Care, conveniently situated at 554 Kilpatrick Ave., Port Saint Lucie, FL, offering memory care, residential care home, and adult day services. Living arrangements include spacious and convenient accommodations with several floor plans, tailored to fit various preferences. With its well-trained and compassionate team, residents can receive round-the-clock personalized care and support they deserve, ensuring peace of mind in a home-like environment.

Life at A Loving Hand Facility Care is enriched by a range of top-tier amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy cravings and provide dietary needs. The community also offers healthcare services such as staffing and ancillary services, incontinence care, non-ambulatory care, diabetic care, and medication management. Engage in a lively calendar of both on-site and off-site social activities and life-enrichment programs that boost engagement and growth. Here, life is celebrated with joy, comfort, and excellence.

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Overview of Elderly Pride Assisted Living II

Elderly Pride Assisted Living II is a trusted senior living community located in the peaceful neighborhood of Plant City, FL that offers assisted living services. The community is committed to providing top-notch care and services anchored to its values of integrity, compassion, professionalism, and innovation. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations to further enhance comfort and relaxation throughout their stay.

Explore its top-of-the-line amenities and services offering ease, convenience, and reliability. Engage in a diverse set of social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team to boost engagement and growth. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories within the amazing common spaces of this community. At Elderly Pride Assisted Living, every day is crafted to celebrate life, joy, and fulfillment.

Contact Elderly Pride Assisted Living II

Westminster Oaks Tallahassee

4449 Meandering Way, Tallahassee, FL 32308
Overview of Westminster Oaks Tallahassee

Westminster Oaks, nestled in the heart of Tallahassee, is a senior living community that encourages residents to Embrace Life to the Fullest. The community is dedicated to providing an enriched lifestyle, offering exclusive access to arts, wellness, and lifelong learning opportunities. The community fosters a vibrant environment, from wellness classes to a unique partnership with Florida State University for lifelong learning at the Maguire Center. With various living options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, residents have the flexibility to choose the lifestyle that suits them best.

Westminster Oak’s amenities and facilities are tailored to enhance the well-being and happiness of its residents. Residents enjoy spacious residences, including apartments and single-family homes, complemented by the My W Life well-being program. With gourmet dining options and a wooded, gated 90-acre campus featuring walking trails, Westminster Oaks prioritizes an active and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. Westminster Oaks is committed to providing a continuum of care, ensuring residents’ happiness and peace of mind.

Contact Westminster Oaks Tallahassee

Cypress Village

4600 Middleton Park Circle East, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Overview of Cypress Village

Cypress Village in Jacksonville, Florida has a prime location in the city’s Southside neighborhood, with easy access to major highways. It is close to top shopping, dining, grocery stores, and pharmacies. The community is also situated a short drive away from the beaches and the Intracoastal Waterway, providing residents with easy access to recreational activities such as boating and fishing. This convenient location makes Cypress Village an attractive option for retirees looking for a retirement community in Jacksonville.

The community offers a wide array of amenities both indoors and outdoors. Indoor amenities include multiple dining options, a fitness center, heated pool, arts and crafts room, billiards room, salon and spa, library, business center, wood and metal workshop, movie theater, and wellness clinic offering various medical services. Outdoor amenities include 120 acres of wooded walking paths, Lake Cypress with a boathouse and fishing dock, putting green, bocce and croquet courts, dog park, fire pit, Koi pond, and resident gardens.

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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.