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Our editorial team analyzed 1,492 senior care communities in FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior care in FL
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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 TableAL (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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
SC (Senior 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.
In the Gulf Gate Estates district of Sarasota, FL, Elancé at Sarasota operates assisted living and independent living. Residents in assisted care get assistance with dressing, washing, and keeping medication structured. Independent living connects a private home with social services and excludes daily care.
Its 110 beds come in three designs, studio, single-bedroom, and two-bedroom. The studio matches one individual, and two people, partners or companions, can divide a two-bedroom. Residents may keep pets.
Karen Arway is the administrator, and Lake Pointe Boulevard Tenant LLC manages the society. Driving or a journey covers most chores from there; the Walk Score being 39, which is car-dependent.
Sunrise of Jacksonville is situated in a safe and well-maintained neighborhood that is easily accessible via major highways and public transportation, which makes it easier for seniors to get around and stay engaged in the local community. The home is close to shopping centers, restaurants, parks, and medical facilities, providing seniors with a range of options for entertainment, relaxation, and healthcare. The community provides a variety of living options which include assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. These different types of residential arrangements are available to cater to the varying needs and requirements of individuals seeking different levels of care and support.
The community offers a variety of activities, including painting, music, brain teasers, flower arranging, outings, meditation, gardening, and games like mahjong and bridge. They also boast a holistic mealtime approach with chef-prepared meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Moreover, the community ensures residents’ safety and comfort through 24/7 staffing, emergency response systems, wellness checks, medication management, and assistance with daily activities. Accommodations are comfortable, care plans are personalized, and residents have access to healthcare professionals and social activities.
In Venice, FL, Gardens of Venice offers Independent Living with Assisted Living. It is managed by North Port Retirement Center, Inc, with Venissa Driggers as the administrator.
Living independently there means living in your own home and using the community’s services, and hourly care is out-of-home. Assisted living adds staff at bathing, dressing, medication, and everything else in the daily routine, but privacy remains in living quarters.
The 70 beds consist of studios, one-bed units, and semi-private rooms so residents can live by themselves or have a roommate. Car-dependent is the band its 36 from Walk Score lands in, and straight up nearly every errand requires driving.
Medicaid, Veterans Affairs benefits, and insurance or an HMO are how to pay. The community is located in the Venice Groves neighborhood.
Situated in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Brookdale Palm Beach Gardens provides an extensive array of senior living choices, encompassing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features spacious apartments with a kitchen, plenty of storage, and natural light, ensuring a comfortable and safe living environment. With their person-centered memory care programs, residents living with Alzheimer’s and dementia are encouraged to nurture their current skills, engage in purposeful activities, and live an enriched life.
Brookdale Palm Beach Gardens aims to provide seniors with a welcoming and cozy environment to age gracefully and comfortably. The community offers various assistance to make residents’ lives easier, including assistance with tasks like managing medications, personal grooming, transportation, housekeeping, and personal items delivery. With Brookdale HealthPlus, residents also take advantage of access to personalized healthcare services, including clinical care coordination and oversight directly to them. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a library, a theater, a game room, a sports bar, and a therapy room, among others.
The Pointe at Plantation in Plantation, FL, offers both independent living and assisted living options. Independent living allows seniors to maintain a private residence while taking advantage of shared community services, whereas assisted living adds help with personal care tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Combining these arrangements under one roof gives residents the flexibility to remain in place even if their personal care requirements increase.
Administrator Andrea Dyke leads the 70-bed facility, which is operated by SNH Plfl Tenant. Floor plans come in one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, with the larger units giving two individuals or companions space to live together. Short-term respite care stays are also available, providing temporary relief for primary caregivers. Accepted payment methods include Medicare and Medicaid.
On-site features include a swimming pool, library, spa, outdoor patio, and rehabilitation services, and residents are welcome to bring their pets. Positioned in an area with a walk score of 72, the neighborhood allows non-driving residents to run most daily errands on foot, with scheduled transportation supplied for longer trips.
Families seeking a community that balances independence with support can contact the administrative office to ask questions or plan a visit to the facility.
Williamsburg Landing provides assisted living and independent living in Wilton Manors, Florida. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, so having both levels available may allow a resident’s care to increase over time without requiring a move to another community.
Respite care is available for short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short term rehabilitation supports temporary recovery and therapy. The community has 100 beds and opened in 1985. It may be a good fit for someone who wants private living, with the option of daily assistance or temporary support if circumstances change.
A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicaid is accepted, giving families whose savings may not cover a long stay a potential way to pay for eligible care. The Doig Health Club & Spa, an on site medical clinic, Performance Theater, and art studios provide places for wellness activities, medical visits, performances, and creative work within the community, while Miguel Parks serves as administrator and 1776 Opco operates Williamsburg Landing.
Grand Oaks of Palm City offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Palm City, Florida. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident remains in their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care is designed for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.
Having these care types within one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Grand Oaks of Palm City may also be a good fit for a family seeking short-term support or a supervised setting for someone living with dementia. The community has 88 beds, and Anita M. Topping serves as its administrator. There is room for many residents here.
A Walk Score of 58 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently, while other trips may require transportation. Grand Oaks of Palm City also has Transportation and Safety & Prevention programs, giving residents access to a community transportation program and a program focused on safety-related support.
Bayshore Memory Care provides memory care and respite care in Naples, Florida, in the North Naples neighborhood. Memory care is offered in a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care gives someone a short stay when their usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community has 73 beds and offers studio and one bedroom residences. Residents can choose a single private space or a separate bedroom and living area. The area has a Walk Score of 36, making it car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Evadne Smith serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Arhc Bsnplfl01 Trs Dba Bayshore Memory Care.
Situated in the quiet lands of South West State Road 200, Ocala, FL, Canterfield of Ocala is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Select among the cozy and well-built residences with various floor plans to ensure you live in comfort and convenience. Enjoy the benefits of living in an incredible community that strives to provide top-tier care and assistance for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.
Learn new things and lead a meaningful life through fun wellness programs and enriching activities. Indulge in fine dining options and satiate your cravings with delicious and healthy meals. Surrounded by bright and airy spaces, Canterfield of Ocala is great for seniors who want to optimize their freedom while staying connected with their surroundings.
The Court at Palm Aire offers independent living and assisted living in Pompano Beach, FL. Linda Ramroop serves as the administrator for Snh Fla Tenant LLC, which acts as the operator.
Independent living residents maintain their privacy, utilize community resources, and do not receive daily assistance. Assisted living provides staff to a resident’s apartment for dressing, bathing, and medication, keeping the home otherwise private.
The 90 beds are distributed across studios, one-bedroom units, and two-bedroom units. Studios accommodate one individual, while a two-bedroom can house a couple or two friends sharing.
With a Walk Score of 70, the area is considered highly walkable, enabling most tasks to be accomplished on foot, even without driving. Medicaid and Veteran Affairs benefits are recognized. Animals are also welcome here.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against others offering the same care type in the same state — never against a different care type.
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
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Review Sentiment
Review Volume
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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
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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
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options
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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.
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Walk Score
Pricing Transparency
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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:85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:90
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