Best Senior Living in Clearwater, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 senior living communities in Clearwater, FL using FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior living 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 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Grand Villa of Clearwater
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clearwater
220
Facility 220
FL AVG 107
Rank #15 / 328
B+Yes
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 40
Rank #236 / 538
Gv Clearwater, LLC55
31%
Facility 31%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #169 / 301
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 33
Rank #205 / 301
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #83 / 301
For-Profit$5,000Dawn WinderStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Grove at Countryside
IL
AL
MC
Clearwater
131
Facility 131
FL AVG 107
Rank #101 / 328
ANo
66
Facility 66
FL AVG 40
Rank #84 / 538
Vc Csh, LLC2
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$0Kelsey DirussoStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Preserve at Clearwater
IL
AL
MC
Clearwater
93
Facility 93
FL AVG 107
Rank #190 / 328
B+Yes
45
Facility 45
FL AVG 40
Rank #218 / 538
Bsh Preserve Opco LLC46
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-
Wickshire Countryside
IL
ADC
AL
MC
RC
Clearwater
119B+Yes 19 Wickshire Countryside Opco LLC3936%230.6For-Profit$3,000Brianna CarterStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
Aravilla Clearwater
IL
MC
Clearwater
100ANo 23 1990 N. Mcmullen Booth Road, LLC1619%40.3For-Profit$1,000Jayne PhamSuite-
Seasons Largo
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clearwater
92B+No 78 Delta Healthcare II, LLC2733%180.7For-Profit$5,750Christian Haskins-A+
Seasons Belleair Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clearwater
88B+No 60 Delta Healthcare LLC2726%180.7For-Profit$500Erin BargarPrivate, Semi-Private Studio / 1 Bed Suite-
The Preserve at Dunedin
IL
AL
MC
Clearwater (Golda Meir Kent Jewish Ctr)
93B+Yes 47 Bsh Preserve Opco LLC4622%290.6For-Profit$1,500Jacqueline M SahharStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Cottages at Belleair
IL
AL
MC
RC
Clearwater
98C-Yes 65 Extended Care Portfolio Florida LLC7840%650.8For-Profit$67,000Crystal Jung1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Colonnade at Beckett Lake
IL
AL
MC
Clearwater
130C-Yes 29 Pruittplace-Clearwater, LLC4844%721.5For-Profit$2,000Suzette WardStudio / 1 Bed-

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 19 analyzed for Clearwater. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Grand Villa of Clearwater

Considerably one of the trusted independent living, assisted living and memory care communities in the city, Grand Villa of Clearwater ensures seniors a  team of professional care staff to offer only a top-notch level of service. They approach senior living with a personalized care approach, excelling in treating its residents as their own family.

Grand Villa ensures that residents can also create a vibrant social life, providing engaging activities for them to participate in as a chance to develop meaningful relationships among staff and residents. Its community amenities include a library, wellness center, courtyard, garden, and arts and crafts room. Essential services include housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and respite stays.

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Overview of The Grove at Countryside

The Grove at Countryside offers independent living, assisted living and memory care in Clearwater, FL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change without leaving the community.

The community has 131 beds. Housing options include studio, one bedroom and two bedroom residences, with a studio providing a single private space and a two bedroom residence accommodating a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. There are several ways to choose a living arrangement. A Walk Score of 66 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Payment options include insurance and/or HMO. Kelsey Dirusso serves as administrator, and Vc Csh operates the community.

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Overview of The Preserve at Clearwater

Situated in Clearwater, FL, The Preserve at Clearwater offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assistance with daily tasks, including bathing and medication, is also available for those who need it. Moreover, specialized care is given to residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Residents also have access to activities, fitness, and recreation programs.

The community has a 93-bed capacity, with a variety of one- and two-bedroom housing options in a three-story setting. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep an animal companion at the community. Payment can be made through insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs Benefits.

Jacqueline M. Sahhar serves as the administrator, and BSH Preserve Opco operates the community. A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation services are also available for off-site errands.

Contact The Preserve at Clearwater

Overview of Wickshire Countryside

Operated by Wickshire Countryside Opco LLC, Wickshire Countryside is a senior living community in Clearwater, Florida, offering assisted living, adult day care, memory care, and respite care. Faythe M Askew serves as the administrator. The community is about a quarter mile from Mease Countryside Hospital and roughly 7 miles from downtown Clearwater, providing convenient access to nearby medical care.

The three-story community has 119 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The variety of floor plans gives residents several living options based on their needs and preferences. Pets are welcome, and transportation services are available for medical appointments, shopping, and local outings.

Residents have access to a full calendar of activities that includes arts and crafts, cooking classes, gardening, music programs, dancing, exercise classes, yoga, games, shopping trips, theater outings, and community social events. The range of activities helps residents stay active, engaged, and connected all week.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 19, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle, so residents typically rely on the community’s transportation services or family visits.

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration oversees state inspections of the community. Inspection reports have most often focused on staff training, emergency planning documentation, and employee recordkeeping. Families considering the memory care program should ask how daily activities and specialized support are structured for residents living with memory loss.

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Overview of Aravilla Clearwater

Aravilla Clearwater, a 100-bed community in Clearwater, FL, is devoted entirely to memory care. Supervision comes with a secure setting here, built for residents facing a risk of wandering, and staff are present around the clock. A person with dementia who needs that kind of protection is the one it’s meant for.

Residents live in suites and have a doctor on staff, with nursing among the services and rehabilitation services available too. Music programs, arts and crafts, and outings are on the activity calendar. There’s also a spa, a salon, and a fitness center.

Jayne Pham is the administrator. For payment, the community takes Medicare, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits, as well as insurance or an HMO plan.

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Seasons Largo

4175 E Bay Dr, Clearwater, FL 33764-6985
Overview of Seasons Largo

Seasons Largo provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Clearwater, FL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With several care levels on one campus, Seasons Largo may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community as care changes. The community has 92 beds. The area has a Walk Score of 78 / 100, making it very walkable, with most errands possible on foot so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits. Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, while Veteran Affairs Benefits may apply to an eligible veteran or surviving spouse. Christian Haskins serves as administrator, and Delta Healthcare Ii operates the community; Seasons Largo opened in 2014.

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Overview of Seasons Belleair Memory Care

Cherish every moment of your golden years with Seasons Belleair Memory Care, a distinguished community located in the beautiful setting of Clearwater, FL, specializing in memory care. For those with memory-related needs, the community provides personalized care and support around the clock to enhance their cognition. Residents feel a sense of belonging in the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment.

The community also utilizes music and pet therapy to enhance residents’ living experiences. Stimulating activities and engaging programs are also conducted for residents’ happiness and wellness. Fostering comfort and meeting dietary needs, delightful dining options are served for the finest dining experience. Amenities include a spa room, a library, scenic gardens, and serene outdoor courtyards, creating the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of The Preserve at Dunedin

The Preserve at Dunedin is a distinguished community in Greenbriar Boulevard, Clearwater, FL, that offers memory care and assisted living. Residents keep peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team, providing top-tier care and support 24/7. With sophisticated and specially designed one- and two-bedroom, memory care private and co-suite, residents have more options for accommodation to choose from to meet their needs and preferences.

The community also utilizes signature programs, tailored to residents’ enjoyment and wellness, that aim to keep them happy and socially engaged. Anytime dining is also available, catering to residents’ dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. The community also offers concierge, maintenance, and transportation services to ensure a worry-free lifestyle. Amenities include an art studio, a library, a salon, a game room, a fitness center, and a serene courtyard, creating the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

Starting Price $5,985/Month

Contact The Preserve at Dunedin

Overview of Cottages at Belleair

Operated by Extended Care Portfolio Florida LLC, managed by Belleair Mgr LLC, and administered by Crystal Jung, Cottages at Belleair is an assisted living community in Clearwater, Florida. The single-story community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents receive additional support without moving if their needs change. It has 98 beds with private one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The home is about 2.2 miles from downtown Clearwater.

The community accepts insurance and HMO coverage, Medicaid, and VA benefits, giving families several ways to cover the cost of care. Financial planning assistance is also available for those preparing for long-term care expenses.

Residents have access to beauty services, housekeeping, transportation, and a wide range of fitness and recreation programs. Activities include arts and crafts, dancing, gardening, music programs, games, cards, yoga, exercise classes, shopping trips, theatre outings, and movie outings. The community also welcomes pets, so residents can keep a longtime companion animal.

Respite care is also available for families who need short-term support as they plan for longer-term arrangements.

State inspections by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration have mainly focused on resident rights, medication management, staffing, training, and other procedural requirements. Families touring Cottages at Belleair can ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 65, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive. This can be helpful for families who expect to visit regularly.

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The Colonnade at Beckett Lake

2155 Montclair Rd, Clearwater, FL 33763
Overview of The Colonnade at Beckett Lake

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Montclair Road, Clearwater, FL, The Colonnade at Beckett Lake is an exceptional senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. With a variety of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and suite apartments, the community ensures cozy and secure residences. Delivering round-the-clock personalized care and assistance, the residents’ comfort and safety is the community’s top priority. To keep the seniors’ worries at ease, The Colonnade at Beckett Lake features an exclusive HEARTS Welcoming Program that welcomes them to the community.

The Colonnade at Beckett Lake promotes an active and fun environment, providing its residents with enrichment activities and programs. With the SRI University, the community ensures lifelong learning through their university-style classes that residents may voluntarily attend. Conversations and interactions are better enjoyed with food. The chef with the culinary team serves freshly prepared meals three times a day to keep the warm environment going. Amenities include a movie theater, a beauty salon and barbershop, an outdoor grilling area and fire pit, and a beautifully landscaped courtyard and gardens.

Starting Price $4,200/Month

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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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Senior Living in Clearwater at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Clearwater, FL. 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: 117The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Clearwater, FL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in Clearwater, FL

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 19 senior living communities in Clearwater, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Clearwater, FL?

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 Clearwater, FL, 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 senior living communities in Clearwater, FL?

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.