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Assisted living costs in Carlson average about $5,571 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 203 communities in Carlson. Our detailed directory has 3977 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as The Villages, Wildwood and Brooksville.

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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Photo of Madison at Clermont
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55 Floor plans available
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Overall a very good experience. Only complaint would be cleaning of the individual rooms I would recommend it overall to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
Welcome to Madison At ClermontSeniors from Clermont and surrounding areas such as Orlando choose our community for exceptional assisted living and memory care services.Vibrancy and charm are what separate Madison at Clermont from other communities. When seniors and their families visit us, they...
Photo of Madison at Ocoee
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88 Floor plans available
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Been very happy with the experience at Madison Ocoee and the main thing is my brother-in-law feels safe there and he is very happy there. The one thing should've done was get him a single bed instead of a...
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.
Care for Now and LaterOur community provides exceptional assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Ocoee, Florida. We are centrally located in West Orlando just minutes away from downtown Orlando, close enough to the city for day visits but far enough away to escape the noise. We are...
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Photo of Mission Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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[name removed], who oversees the community, is absolutely amazing! They go above and beyond, and the entire staff is friendly, caring, and wonderful to work with. This is a fantastic community with a warm,...
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.
At Mission Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care we want our residents to feel like this community was built specifically for them with features, amenities and thoughtful touches that result in an immersive, one-to-one experience. Indoor comfort transcends into the outdoor signatures that create...
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Excellent facilities. I had nothing but the best care for Mom at Freedom point. Staff listened to me and the care was fantastic. Administer took time to place Mom in a memory care facility that was best...
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.
Freedom Pointe at the Villages provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our Brookdale community delivers...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Canterfield of Ocala is Ocala's premier senior community! We will offer 91 assisted living units, as well as independent living villas. Luxury is our standard! Each unit has crown moldings, granite counter tops, beautiful ceramic tile floors and luxurious carpet with ample room for your treasured...
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My MIL was not here long, but for the time there, we witnessed caring staff. The room was as welcoming as possible, with options for us to make it more homey. Staff was kind and gentle and caring. I...
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.
Photo of Regency Park Assisted Living
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The executive director [name removed] and the case manager [name removed] had done excellent job for settled down everything for a new resident like my husband , and these care givers are very patient...
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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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88 Photos available
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I am a resident of your quiet, clean, and friendly facility, I've learned to call my home. I went away for a while and was so unhappy I just wanted to come home and was welcomed back with open arms. However,...
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.
Welcome to your new home base. Our community is carefully built to give you that welcome home feeling. From your four choices for apartment floor plans to our wide range of warm, inviting community gathering spaces, you’ll always have great ways to spend your days, and great people to spend...
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[names removed] were excellent to speak with Also [name removed]in Financials was very good with all billing procedures. The rest of the Facility took very good care of my mom till her passing. I could not...
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.
Welcome to Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Wiregrass Ranch! Here at Beach House, we believe your golden years are an opportunity to meet new people, reconnect with family and enjoy fun experiences. We celebrate our community members’ interests and abilities and help residents live...
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Photo of Angels Senior Living at Connerton Court
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My husband and I really appreciate the opportunity to have [name removed]'s services while we were able to take a much-needed break. It had been very difficult caring for my mother-in-law in our home. We...
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.
Connerton Court strives to provide an assisted living community to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents, embracing 'excellence' as its only acceptable standard. Our facility features a chapel, movie theater, and activity rooms for games, arts and crafts, or exercise....
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Photo of The Harrison of Wildwood
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I can say my dad is settled and seems content so that is great getting him into the rotation of house cleaning and laundry took a bit and communication was a challenge so that is why 4 not 5. I would...
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.
The Harrison of Wildwood is nestled near the master-planned community of The Villages in Wildwood, FL. Welcome to your new home for exceptional assisted living and memory care services. We also provide respite care for short-term stays and hold an Extended Congregate Care License, which allows...
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Photo of Brookdale Altamonte Springs
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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One concern is that there does not appear to be a program specifically designed to help new residents acclimate to the transition into assisted living. However, we chose this community over others because of...
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.
Building a Life of Redefined IndependenceIf you have the idea that your senior lifestyle has to be filled with chores, cooking, cleaning, and the stress that comes from home ownership and living alone, you should visit our vibrant community. Here, you’ll see what life lived well can look like for...
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Photo of A Banyan Residence
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The more communal aspects were very nice. We toured so many memory care sections of beautiful facilities but that area always felt like jail-no matter how nice the rest of it was. That my mom was able to...
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.
In short, we’re a family-run property that’s here to create a home-like environment for our residents. Our Villages location was custom designed and built in 2021 with the experience of over 25 years in assisted living and memory care. We offer an outdoor living concept where all our residential...
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Photo of Keystone Place at Terra Bella
99 Photos available
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Love the other residents. Very friendly and I play games with several groups of people. I like the food but some say it has gone down hill. I tend to think it is overpriced but I love the outdoor balcony...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Terra Bella, we guarantee you will be both inspired and enabled to do just that!Located on a beautifully landscaped campus in Land O' Lakes, Florida, our senior living community is committed to providing...
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Everyone there was great, from management to the aides to the dining room staff. I would absolutely recommend this community to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Located on 28 beautifully landscaped acres complete with paved and lighted walking paths. The Residence at Timber Pines Features Three Distinct Levels of LivingIndependent livingAssisted livingMemory CareThe Residence at Timber Pines opened in 2000 and is owned by The Goodman Group. The Goodman...
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Staff is fantastic and really get to know the needs of their residents. Yes, I would 100% recommend. I'm very impressed with the activities staff, the caregivers, med techs and chefs! All amazing and caring...
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.
CERTUS at Dr. Phillips, located at 7753 Conroy Windermere Road in Orlando, Florida, is a premier memory care community dedicated exclusively to serving individuals living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. With 64 private suites thoughtfully arranged across two secure residential...
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My husband is doing great here in this community. The staff has been very helpful and he is making some small improvements. The meals are good and he is happy to participating. The community is clean and...
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.
ALWAYS THERE isn't just our name, it is a statement of fact. Not only are we family-owned and operated, but our family is ACTIVELY involved in your loved ones' daily care and assistance. Our Mission: To build a reputation of providing quality personal care for our residents. To do this...
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I recently toured this facility for my father who ended up moving in. I was pleasantly surprised by how clean the facility was as I had also toured several others that weren't so clean. The hallways were...
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.
Positioned in Wildwood, Florida, Inspiritás of Wildwood is devoted to residents with impaired memory, offering a unique holistic program designed to celebrate life with residents, while maintaining their safety and comfort.Our Inspiritás “neighborhood” is secured for resident safety yet still...
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The staff is friendly. However, the room she moved into had a broken fan in the bathroom before she moved in. We were told it would be fixed shortly, but it's been over a year and it still hasn't been fixed....
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.
Highland Place is located in the lovely town of Inverness, Florida. Inverness is in a beautiful wooded area of Florida and is known for its many festivals and celebrations held throughout the year. Highland Place is located on the east end of town just two miles west of Henderson Lake. Highland...
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My loved one as previously a resident at Pleasant Grove Manor and the experience was great for her there. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff and care services were also great. The...
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.
Photo of Generations Senior Living
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The best facility for Memory Care anywhere near The Villages. I have 2 friends who have placed loved ones with Generations and it is like no other facility around.
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.
Generations Senior Living was established in 2016 and operates licensed senior living communities specializing in Memory Care provided by our professional and experienced team. Our upscale residential homes are purposefully built to deliver an environment that is comfortable, familiar, and...
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First, you should know that my mother never moved into Grand Living, so this is only based on my experience with staff and in-processing. No score for meals/activities, but looked impressive though. Value...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Our vibrant, resort-style retirement community is conveniently located in Citrus County and the heart of Florida’s Nature Coast. The Summit of Citrus Hills offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and specialized Memory Care with support and assistance available to enjoy the best of every...
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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.
SummerField Suites Assisted Living & Memory = License #AL9339 As a dually licensed Assisted Living Facility (ALF) residence, we offer 24-hour assistance for residents with a wide range of needs but a strong desire to maintain their independence and dignity. Our residents receive unsurpassed...
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Value was a big one and that's not just saying it was cheap. The care was exactly what she needed with no fluff, even though we didn't recognize that at first. It was clean, it was safe and she was kept...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Lady Lake Senior Living is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set in picturesque Lake County, Lady Lake Senior Living is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from an abundance of recreation, entertainment, and...
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We chose Elan Buena Vista because of the newness of the facility and the flexibility with signing on. The room sizes here are good for her needs. I would tell others that they do have a nice garden area and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Carlson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $5,571 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooksville, FL with an average of $4,433 per month.

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

Carlson, FL
$5,571/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,571/mo
$5,566/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,201/mo
Studio
$4,185/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,133/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,427/mo

Senior living costs in Carlson 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: Carlson, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlson, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,571/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,566/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,322/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Carlson, FL:$5,571/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Carlson, FL:$5,566/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Carlson, FL:$4,322/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carlson, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carlson 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 Carlson, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carlson 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
Carlson, FL$4,880/mo$4,692/mo+4.0%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Carlson, FL
2024 average cost:$4,880/mo
2023 average cost:$4,692/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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 Carlson, FL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Carlson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carlson

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.

Carlson review score based on 660 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 660 reviews of 203 Carlson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlson 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

Carlson review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Carlson, FL203 facilities
7.6
Clermont, FL110 facilities
7.5

Review subcategories for Carlson 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 660 reviews of 203 Carlson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carlson 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.
Carlson, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.1
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Carlson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, 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 Carlson 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 Carlson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.2%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.1%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlson 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 Carlson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.7%
13.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlson 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 Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.9%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
19.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Carlson 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 Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.9%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
18.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson 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 Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.5%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.3%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
32.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
47.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Carlson

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 Carlson protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Waterman Village, Inspired Living at Ocoee and Brookdale Paddock Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carlson, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 203 assisted living facilities near Carlson, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Carlson, Florida are Legacy at Highwoods Preserve and Vitality Living Spring Hill. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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