Overview of Taverna

Taverna at the Forum is a luxurious independent living community in Fort Myers, FL, that offers pet-friendly apartments for older adults. The community continuously promotes an active and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at ease during their stay. With a 24-hour market, recreational opportunities, and safety features, residents experience a convenient and vibrant lifestyle. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement with its upscale amenities and high-quality services.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to learn and gain fun experiences. A club room, a coffee bar, and a dog walk area allow residents to spend time with their pets and friends and relax. Restaurants, shops, local amenities, and public transportation also surround the area, providing residents with easy access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the best options for senior living in Florida, this independent living community has a variety of amenities for older adults’ welfare.

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Walk Score: 20 / 100 Rank #1085 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1085th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Swimming Pool

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Exercise Programs

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Address 3.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fort Myers's city center to Taverna's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Florida

Taverna is located in Fort Myers, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
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Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
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Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Taverna

What neighborhood is Taverna in?

Taverna is in the The Forum neighborhood.

Is Taverna in a walkable area?

Taverna has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Taverna?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Taverna in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Taverna?

Taverna is located at 3240 Champion Ring Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905.

What is the phone number of Taverna?

(239) 688-2032 will put you in contact with the team at Taverna.

Does Taverna provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Taverna is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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