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Assisted living costs in Candler average about $4,951 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 215 communities in Candler. Our detailed directory has 4612 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as The Villages, Wildwood and Eustis.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Crown Court is a community located in Inverness, FL. Crown Court offers activities that allow residents to maintain healthy lifestyles by encouraging movement and socializing with their peers. Staff is awake and available 24 hours a day so if any emergencies occur no matter the time, there will...
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Thank u for evacuating your residents and protecting them in Knoxville for Hurricane Irma. We so appreciate u! God Bless u all for taking care of them. It allowed our family peace of mind as we dealt with...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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All the staff were very kind and helped with my mom's move from home to New Horizon. The food is wonderful here. The care is very good, my mother was always clean, and looked good.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
New Horizon Senior Citizen Home is located in Inverness, Florida. This quaint town is filled with lush grass and trees, historic buildings, and a tranquil lake. Inverness has a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, parks, and fishing. This assisted living community will allow...
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When it came time to look for an Assisted Living facility for my mom I knew what I had envisioned for her. I wanted a Bed and Breakfast type atmosphere with lots of social interaction with other residents...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The community really takes excellent care of my loved one. The communication is very good and they really watch and report to us any changes I would recommend this community to others based on my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Pendry Estate is the assisted living solution for you. Our extensive grounds are in a beautiful country setting near the Seminole State Forest. This allows your loved ones a peaceful setting that they can be proud to call home. Our experienced staff provide residents with warm care and peace of...
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Great family atmosphere. Small 6 bed home like facility, where your loved one is treated like a family member instead of a patient
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Greene Acres AFCH is a residential care home located in the picturesque town of Lecanto, in Citrus County, Florida. Our beautiful home has so much to offer residents and their loved ones. We have a serene and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Life Care Ctr of Citrus County
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Apple House II is an assisted living community located in the calming town of Crescent City, Florida. Nestled between two lakes in an undeveloped part of Florida, residents of Crescent City enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this naturally beautiful city. Expect to be shaded by the tree-filled...
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I visited a friend of mine and this place really goes out of their way to be there for their residents. I would say they go above and beyond with their care. I really am impressed. My friend's mother was...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I am the daughter of the new resident. I moved my Mother from Chicago to Crystal River just 9 days ago. She had a stroke 2 months ago. The staff and individual care is unbelievable. The concept is more...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Matusik Adult Family Care Home Matusik Adult Family Care Home is a residential care home for seniors that is located in the city of Orange City, Florida which is in Volusia County. Orange City is a community full of many different recreational opportunities and cultural sites. There are many...
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We've placed our mother in this facility for two years, unfortunately, she recently passed away. [name removed]and her family took care of my mother during her stay at Deerfoot Manor. We've grown to love her...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Deerfoot Manor Deerfoot Manor is a residential care home can be found in DeLand, Florida, the county seat of Volusia County. It is a beautiful drive away from the famous Daytona Beach and the business district of Orlando. This vibrant city has many amazing theaters and museums for those who love...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Dixie Lodge
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Candler, FL

The average cost of senior living in Candler is $4,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Homosassa Springs, FL with an average of $4,770 per month.

Assisted living costs in Candler, FL, vs. state and national averages

Candler, FL
$4,951/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Candler, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,951/mo
$5,198/mo

Assisted living costs in Candler, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,108/mo
Studio
$4,133/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,782/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,326/mo

Senior living costs in Candler vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Candler, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCandler, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,951/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,198/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,230/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Candler, FL:$4,951/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Candler, FL:$5,198/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Candler, FL:$3,230/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Candler, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Candler and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Candler, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Candler have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Candler, FL$4,991/mo$4,822/mo+3.5%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Candler, FL
2024 average cost:$4,991/mo
2023 average cost:$4,822/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Candler, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Candler.

What families are saying about assisted living in Candler

Recent reviews for assisted living in Candler

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Grand Living Park at Lake Mary

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL

3.9
The community is very nice. I feel relieved knowing she is taken care of and is starting to get acclimated. I would highly recommend this community to others. The only thing I think could improve is the variety of food offered.

Candler review score based on 790 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 790 reviews of 215 Candler assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Candler review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Candler review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Candler, FL215 facilities
8.3
The Villages, FL269 facilities
7.5

Review subcategories for Candler assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 790 reviews of 215 Candler assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Candler resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Candler, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.5
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
3.3
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
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Candler assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Candler assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Candler, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Candler assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Candler that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Candler, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.4%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.2%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.3%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Candler assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Candler Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Candler, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Candler assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Candler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Candler, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Candler assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Candler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Candler assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Candler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Candler, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.6%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.5%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
38.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Candler

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Candler protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and Waterman Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Candler, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 215 assisted living facilities near Candler, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Candler, Florida are Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and Sancerre at Orange City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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