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Overview of Aston Gardens at Pelican Pointe

Aston Gardens at Pelican Pointe in Venice, Florida, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and continuing care retirement community services. Having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs change over time, since a move to another level may not require leaving the setting.

Independent living offers a private residence without daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a regular caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Residents can choose one-bedroom or two-bedroom residences. A two-bedroom layout may work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, and pets are allowed so a resident can continue living with a pet.

Outdoor options include a heated swimming pool, covered verandas, walking paths, and a putting green. A fitness center and on-site therapies support exercise and rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, while the salon, barber, and spa handle grooming and spa services on site.

The area has a Walk Score of 45, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Residents who no longer drive will need transportation for those trips.

Overview of Diamond Oaks Village

Diamond Oaks Village is an independent living community in Bonita Springs, Florida, owned by Discovery Senior Living. Independent living provides apartment living with community services rather than daily care, so it may be a good fit for a resident who can manage daily tasks independently and wants access to on site dining, recreation, and wellness amenities.

The community offers one bedroom and two bedroom apartments, with the two bedroom layout able to suit a couple moving together. Independent living starts at $1,895 per month, giving families an entry rate for the monthly cost. Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals, menu choices at each meal, and an on site bistro or café, so residents can eat on site without preparing every meal in their apartment.

A health and fitness center, heated outdoor pool, putting green, bocce ball court, movie theater, and on site beauty salon support exercise, recreation, entertainment, and personal care without leaving the community. Activities include community outings, art workshops, book club, gardening groups, music programs, bingo, card games, trivia nights, mah jongg, and poker nights. With a Walk Score of 39, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives.

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Starting Price $1,895/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Accepting occupants 55 and older who love an active lifestyle in a well-maintained place, The Meetinghouse at Bartow is an independent living community in Bartow, Florida. Found at 1400 Old Bartow Eagle Lake Rd, it spans a three-story building and handles 160 residents in garden-style floor plans that towering trees, lush greenery, and manicured landscapes surround.

The location is practically balanced for getting around. With a Walk Score of 47, the neighborhood is somewhat walkable. While most trips demand a car, some errands and services are walkable. Major highways are nearby for convenient access, and the community sits roughly 1.4 miles from downtown Bartow. Bartow Regional Medical Center is just over half a mile away, making medical care easily reachable. The setting invites occupants to engage and connect. On-site fitness centers bolster an active routine, while shuffleboard courts and a swimming pool offer recreation and social gathering spots. The facility’s green surroundings create a serene backdrop, and the independent living model means occupants maintain their own private apartments and can access community dining, social activities, and amenities. The area around the community is easily accessible to dining options, entertainment venues, and retail stores, giving residents and visiting family plenty of choices for outings and errands nearby.

For queries or to arrange a visit, one can reach The Meetinghouse at Bartow.

Overview of St. Mark Village – Highland Lakes Assisted Living

St. Mark Village, Highland Lakes Assisted Living is a continuing care retirement community in Palm Harbor, Florida, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Having several care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private living space, while a two-bedroom apartment may work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $2,451 per month.

Residents can use the fitness and wellness center, pool and spa, beauty shop, library, card shop, club room, craft center, billiards room, woodworking shop, garden, chapel, and mini mart. These spaces support fitness and wellness classes, chair yoga, gardening, crafts, games, live music, trivia, reading groups, spiritual activities, and outings without requiring residents to leave the campus for each activity. Chef-prepared meals are included in the monthly rate, with a bistro or café and multiple dining venues offering different settings for meals. The community may be a good fit for someone who wants access to independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing within the same continuing care community.

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Starting Price $2,451/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Situated in Sarasota, Florida, Arietta is a vibrant senior living community tailored for active adults ready for their next adventure in life. The community provides spacious layouts and modern amenities, offering residents a lifestyle tailored to their needs and interests.

Arietta, a gated community, boasts resort-style amenities, including a sparkling pool, outdoor terrace, and continental breakfast, enhancing the overall living experience. As a pet-friendly community, Arietta also offers thoughtful offerings for easy living. Providing rental apartment homes for active senior living adults, Arietta is ideally located in Sarasota, close to shopping, dining, and entertainment. The community organizes various events, from fitness classes to trips to local wineries, catering to a diverse range of needs and interests for its residents.

Choreograph Gainesville delivers active independent living tailored for adults aged 55 and older in Gainesville, Florida. Private residences pair with community services rather than personal care support, making this location a practical fit for self-sufficient seniors interested in organized activities and shared amenities.

Floor plans range from one-bedroom and two-bedroom units to options featuring an additional den. Single residents often select one-bedroom setups, while two-bedroom options accommodate couples or individuals wanting extra space. Pets are welcome across the entire community. Given the local walk score of 32, the neighborhood requires a personal vehicle or arranged transportation for daily errands.

Leisure amenities feature a swimming pool, salon and spa, outdoor patios, and a rooftop bar. Physical wellness options include group fitness classes, personal training, and an outdoor yoga studio. Daily social schedules focus on hobbies, creative projects, and entertainment, complemented by regular religious services.

Older adults searching for an active, maintenance-free lifestyle can settle into a supportive neighborhood centered on wellness and personal independence.

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Starting Price $2,200/Month Pricing updated on May 18th, 2026

Overview of Amavida at Lakes Park

Amavida at Lakes Park offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Fort Myers, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and the three care levels can support a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

Housing includes villas, one bedroom apartments, two bedroom apartments, studios, and private suites. A studio provides one private space, while a two bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $3,600 per month, although that figure is not assigned to a specific care level.

Residents have access to a full fitness center, pools, billiards, bocce ball, pickleball, tennis, basketball, a golf putting course, a creative arts studio, and a theater. A salon and spa, outdoor dining, multiple restaurants and lounges, chef prepared meals, and special diet options including diabetic friendly, gluten free, and low sodium meals support daily routines and different dining needs.

Scheduled travel experiences, live entertainment, lectures, trivia, movie nights, and worship services provide organized activities. Memory care includes the Heartfelt Connections, A Memory Care Program™ and a secured environment with personalized care plans and daily activities, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Amavida at Lakes Park may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care now or may need a different level of support over time.

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Starting Price $3,600/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

The Summit of Fort Myers offers independent living and respite care in Fort Myers, FL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having both ongoing and short-term options may suit someone whose housing needs could change temporarily.

Residents can choose one-bedroom or two-bedroom residences. A two-bedroom layout can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, while a one-bedroom layout provides one private space. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move in.

$3,900/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of Water’s Edge of Bradenton

Set in the vibrant town of Bradenton, FL, Water’s Edge of Bradenton is a welcoming senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from independent living apartments or villas that are spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom to two-bedroom. In terms of memory care, they provide a combination of personalized day-to-day care that are all within a close-knit community full of convenient amenities. By learning your loved one’s routine, they hope to nurture the unique personality that makes them who they are.

Offering above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy a wide range of healthy, wholesome meals, fitness classes, and personal training, social events such as book clubs, housekeeping, weekly laundry service, concierge services, and scheduled transportation. Have fun with a full calendar of events and activities. They also provide unmatched comfort and security 24/7 with their security system, concierge, and a property manager on site. With Water’s Edge of Bradenton, seniors are assured of an all-encompassing living experience.

Westminster Manor operates as a continuing care retirement community in Bradenton, Florida, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, home care, and skilled nursing. Residents can transition between service levels as personal support requirements change over time. Help with routine daily tasks like medication management, bathing, and dressing is available, while the memory care unit provides a secure environment for residents prone to wandering. Rehabilitation services and home care options are also offered on site.

This 59-bed facility welcomes pets and accepts both Medicare and private payment. Outside, a walk score of 59 enables non-driving residents to run select errands on foot.

Interested families looking for various levels of care or short-term rehabilitation can contact Westminster Manor to inquire about space and service details.