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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. 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.
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 Preserve at Clearwater
IL
AL
MC
Clearwater
93
Facility 93
FL AVG 107
Rank #190 / 328
Yes
45
Facility 45
FL AVG 40
Rank #218 / 538
Bsh Preserve Opco LLCA-46
22%
Facility 22%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #85 / 301
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 33
Rank #214 / 301
0.6
Facility 0.6
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #119 / 301
For-Profit$1,500Jacqueline M Sahhar1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Merrill Gardens at ChampionsGate
IL
AL
MC
Four Corners
224
Facility 224
FL AVG 107
Rank #13 / 328
Yes
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 40
Rank #296 / 538
Cref3 Championsgate Owner LLCB+28
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #100 / 301
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 33
Rank #140 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
For-Profit$7,300Linda WileyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Woodland Towers
IL
AL
Deland (Cranor)
190
Facility 190
FL AVG 107
Rank #32 / 328
Yes
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 40
Rank #252 / 538
Indigo Center For Senior Living, LLCA-17
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #148 / 301
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #110 / 301
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #145 / 301
For-Profit$1,000Tammy Cornett1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Palace at Coral Gables
IL
AL
Coral Gables (Crafts)
85
Facility 85
FL AVG 107
Rank #204 / 328
No
97
Facility 97
FL AVG 40
Rank #2 / 538
The Palace Management Group LLCB+12
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #49 / 301
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #110 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #203 / 301
For-Profit$0Josian CabreraStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Lakeland Manor Assisted Living Facility
IL
AL
MC
Lakeland (John Cox)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 107
Rank #249 / 328
No
75
Facility 75
FL AVG 40
Rank #51 / 538
Lakeland Alf Management LLCA-28
25%
Facility 25%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #100 / 301
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 33
Rank #121 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
For-Profit$4,698Sangeeta S Raut--
Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills LLC
IL
AL
MC
Lakeland
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 107
Rank #184 / 328
Yes
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 40
Rank #42 / 538
Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills LLCB+42
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #49 / 301
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 33
Rank #105 / 301
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #47 / 301
For-Profit$10,774Tyrus Hawkins--
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--
The Fountains of Melbourne
IL
AL
Melbourne
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 107
Rank #117 / 328
Yes
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 40
Rank #355 / 538
Krc Melbourne, Limited PartnershipC+36
33%
Facility 33%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #184 / 301
31
Facility 31
FL AVG 33
Rank #226 / 301
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #185 / 301
For-Profit$8,800Danielle Marie Broderick1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Addington Place of Jupiter
IL
AL
MC
RC
Jupiter (Abacoa)
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 107
Rank #162 / 328
Yes
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 40
Rank #495 / 538
Arhc Aljupfl01 Trs, LLCB-31
29%
Facility 29%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #148 / 301
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 33
Rank #200 / 301
0.8
Facility 0.8
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #164 / 301
For-Profit$10,000Robert GrossmanStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedF
American House Sarasota
IL
AL
MC
RC
Sarasota
185
Facility 185
FL AVG 107
Rank #35 / 328
Yes
58
Facility 58
FL AVG 40
Rank #128 / 538
Ah Sarasota Opco, LLCC23
35%
Facility 35%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #205 / 301
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #180 / 301
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #203 / 301
For-Profit$12,812Evelyn Kay DonatoStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed400 - 1,500 sq. ftA+

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Overview of The Preserve at Clearwater

A charming community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and long-term care nursing services in Clearwater, The Preserve offers its residents feel comfortable in a home that naturally encourages them to make new relationships. The senior living home has well-thought-of ways to make each resident’s experience hassle-free; they celebrate each individual, and the staff wants to promote their individuality by letting them do whatever interests them.

The Preserve provides comprehensive and exclusive programs, such as wellness checks, personalized care plans, assisted living activities, memory care training,  and housing accommodations (transportation, maintenance, ADLs). Nursing home activities include rehabilitative therapies (physical, occupational, speech), wound care, IV therapy, injections, and hospice care.

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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.

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Sumter Senior Living

1490 Killingsworth Way, The Villages, FL 32162
Overview of Sumter Senior Living

Providing assisted living for older adults, Sumter Senior Living is a 168-bed community in The Villages, Florida, operated by 1490 Killingsworth Opco LLC and administered by Marie Gilles. Located on Killingsworth Way, the three-story building offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to accommodate different space and lifestyle preferences.

Residents benefit from a pet-friendly environment, while licensed registered nurses and certified nursing assistants provide ongoing support as needed. Respite care and Graceful Respite Stays are also available for those requiring short-term assistance or an evaluation period.

The Vibrant Living Program encourages daily engagement through organized activities, and Graceful Dining provides meal services. Veterans are supported through a dedicated Veterans Benefits program. Although The Villages is known for its active adult lifestyle, the community has a walkability score of 5, so most errands and outings require transportation.

Contact Sumter Senior Living

Overview of The Grande Senior Living

The Grande Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Brooksville, FL. Assisted living provides 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; and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Because these care levels are available in one community, a resident whose needs grow may be able to change care settings without leaving the community.

The community has 162 beds. A Walk Score of 68 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Scheduled transportation is available for planned trips, and three chef-prepared meals are served daily, giving residents regular prepared dining within the community.

Medicaid is accepted, providing a payment option for eligible residents whose coverage applies to their care. Melanie Gillan Paperini serves as the administrator. The Grande Senior Living may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could change over time and whose family wants assisted living, independent living, and memory care available within one community.

Contact The Grande Senior Living

Overview of The Palace at Coral Gables

The Palace at Coral Gables offers assisted living and independent living in Coral Gables, FL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. With both care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community.

The community has 85 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides a single private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Located in the Crafts neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 97 out of 100, meaning daily errands generally do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option through that program when personal savings may not cover a long stay. Josian Cabrera serves as administrator, and The Palace Management Group operates the community.

Contact The Palace at Coral Gables

Overview of Lakeland Manor Assisted Living Facility

Providing a safe and serene environment for seniors, Lakeland Manor Assisted Living Facility in Polk County, Lakeland, FL is a blissful senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Enjoy personalized attention and the comfort of having access to a comprehensive geriatric-trained medical support team. With access to physical, occupational and speech therapies, residents who need to recover, regain their strength and mobility, or maintain their skills, are provided with the services they need.

Residents live actively and vibrantly with a daily activities program carefully planned to accommodate residents’ functional level. Committed to providing residents the highest quality of care, the community ensures its dedicated care team undergo continuous training and assessments to ensure their skills and knowledge are always up to date. With a wide array of services even for end-of-life care, residents are guaranteed to successfully age in place in Lakeland Manor Assisted Living Facility.

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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 The Fountains of Melbourne

The Fountains is the epitome of premier senior living in Brevard County, cherished by residents for over two decades. They embrace a philosophy of living well, a culture synonymous with its identity. Every aspect of community life is permeated by The Art of Living Well®, where wellness is not merely a component but a cornerstone that influences the development of relationships, the services and programs offered, and the dining experiences. This holistic approach extends to the opportunities for lifelong learning and volunteer engagement, enriching the lives of residents.

The Fountains caters to various lifestyles with three unique 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment-style homes, each thoughtfully designed to meet individual needs and preferences. These floor plans boast screened patios that provide captivating views of the picturesque Florida landscape, delivering a resort-style ambiance that takes one’s breath away. At The Fountains, residents relish flexible scheduling across all amenities, ensuring a tailored and vibrant lifestyle. The dining experience at The Fountains is a delightful adventure, with residents savoring all-day dining and the flexibility to choose from several options and over 30 entrée selections daily in the formal dining room.

Contact The Fountains of Melbourne

Overview of Addington Place of Jupiter

Addington Place of Jupiter offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Jupiter, Florida. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. With several care levels on one campus, Addington Place of Jupiter may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 80 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing: a studio is one private space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. Veteran Affairs Benefits are accepted, which can help an eligible veteran or surviving spouse pay for care. Located in the Abacoa neighborhood, the community is administered by Robert Grossman and operated by Arhc Aljupfl01 Trs.

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Overview of Alderman Oaks

Situated in Sarasota, Florida, Alderman Oaks stands out for its distinctive character, boasting exceptional staff and a renowned culinary experience. This unique retirement residence, centrally located downtown, offers both independent and assisted living options, providing a picturesque environment with beautiful outdoor spaces and a classic, home-like charm.

Alderman Oaks ensures an active lifestyle with a highly trained team of healthcare professionals offering personalized services. With a commitment to community outreach through special events and effective communication, this privately-owned residence embodies a premier atmosphere. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, experiencing the ideal blend of independence and assistance. From housekeeping to concierge health and wellness services, Alderman Oaks remains a sought-after choice for those seeking remarkable independent and assisted living homes in Sarasota.

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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.