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Assisted living costs in Darby average about $4,433 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 481 communities in Darby. Our detailed directory has 9715 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as New Port Richey, Spring Hill and Lutz.

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 Celebration Villa of Winter Haven Memory Care
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Staff are very nice and caring. Mom's bathroom is not always clean when I visit. No trash can in bathroom nor toilet paper. Room is kind of small as I seen others that are a bit larger.
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.
At Celebration Villa of Winter Haven Memory Care, residents experience compassionate care in a safe, serene, and purpose-built environment designed specifically for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Our highly trained team offers individualized support and structured daily...
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[name removed] health declined quickly. She was unable to there very long. They were not able to start therapy and wound care as quickly as stated. Care staff seemed frustrated with her level of care but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Preserve at Dunedin is an assisted living and memory care community in beautiful Clearwater, Florida, (on the border of Dunedin, Florida) located in Pinellas County. The property includes a large pond that boasts a nature preserve, gorgeous gardens, and large, comforting oak trees. Minutes...
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I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful Rosecastle has been for my mom. She has a loving and nurturing environment, and has wonderful care from the staff. She loves the staff and I enjoy watching her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Thank you for your interest in Rosecastle of Zephyrhills! We are delighted to have the opportunity to offer such a lovely home to the residents of Hillsborough and Pasco County. Located just minutes away from several hospitals, Florida Medical Clinic, and numerous shopping and entertainment...
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[Name removed], [Name removed] and staff take great care of their residents. They're a wonderful alternative to the larger facilities.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Celebrating life in a family home setting, Shiela's Home Care Is an alternative to large assisted living facilities. We have been operating in the industry for 12 years and are a 5/Star rated facility. Licensed for 5/beds, we welcome your loved one into our home, a 4200 square feet private living...
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I moved my husband into this community and they did a better job keeping an eye on him. He was in a good environment. Later we found out that the community was unable to provide him his medicine.
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.
Spring Hill AFCH is located in beautiful sunny Spring Hill, Florida. We are well known for providing excellent assisted living care for our residents. We do know that the transition from leaving your home can be difficult but we make it easy for you. We are located in a very safe and quiet...
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I was impressed by the facility and staff willingness to go the "extra mile" and the friendliness of the residents. my spouse enjoys the environment and seems to enjoy her new home.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
A caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle. You’ll find it all at Spring Oaks. Located close to shopping and local attractions – and less than two hours from Orlando – we provide carefree living and an exciting lifestyle in an environment that allows for...
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I feel so blessed to have found and chosen Cobblestone as my mother’s home away from home. In the past 7 months my mom has gone from being a bedridden, isolated, sad, person to a vibrant 90 year old. The...
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.
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Overall I think it is a great facility!! It's becoming more expensive so my parents will have to move soon. The staff is kind and respectful. If there is a problem they sit and discuss and try to solve. I...
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.
Welcome to Discovery Village At Tampa Palms, a world-class senior living community in Tampa, Florida that is elevating senior living to a new standard.Our stylish community offers three distinct lifestyle options, starting with supervised independent living, and progressing to assisted living and...
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All of the staff that we met were kind, helpful and accommodating. There are lots of fun activities monthly and they have a Facebook page so you can see your loved one participating in the activities.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Home isn't defined by four walls—it's defined by the people who fill it with kindness, laughter, and genuine care. At Elevated Estates of Spring Hill, every resident is known by name, celebrated for who they are, and embraced as part of our family. With just 11 residents in each home, meaningful...
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Everyone have shown compassion and caring while taking care of our mother. The one bedroom apartment has plenty of room for her and guests. The facility is well kept, clean and maintained.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Selection of luxury suites with custom options. Your choice of studio, one, and two bedroom apartments. The exclusive Enclave featuring a Personalized Concierge service, Keyless entry, Private entrances, French Doors exiting to a private patio, as well as limited reserved parking space. Each...
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Photo of Memory Lane Cottage at Tampa Palms
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A few years back as my mom entered her 80’s, her memory began to diminish. At first, it was slow and we, her family, worked had to overlook any imperfections. But by her 81st birthday, her short comings...
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.
Memory Lane Cottage @ Tampa Palms is designed for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementia related disorders. Memory Lane Cottage @ Tampa Palms is located off Bruce B. Downs Blvd. and conveniently located to the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer's Institute, James Haley VA Hospital, Moffitt...
Photo of Angels Senior Living At New Tampa LLC
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Great place for your parents to stay but like any other place you must stay on top of them. If they know you are present, they will treat your love ones better.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Angels Senior Living in New Tampa is an 80 bed assisted living and memory care community. We have 24 secured memory care apartments, 8 extended care apartments, and 48 apartments for assisted living/independent residents. Our memory care was designed in conjunction with representatives from USF...
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I'am satisfied with this community, my father is doing pretty well here.The community looks great, they do a very good job keeping his room and the community neat and tidy. The staff is very good, they have...
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.
Angels Senior Living at North Tampa was built in 1978 for the sole purpose of caring for the elderly. We have been caring for the elderly for over 3 decades and have a loving and caring staff around the clock available to take care of our residents. We come from a down home country background and...
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Overall I'm very satisfied with the place and staff. The apartment is a nice size and everything is clean. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for themselves or a...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Compassionate Care and a Community That Feels Like HomeAt Blue Palms Village of Fletcher, we are committed to providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and senior care services in a welcoming, home-like environment. Conveniently located in Tampa’s Uptown area, our campus is close to...
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My mom was a resident there for 2-3 years. Her care was outstanding. She was even permitted to have her cat! The owners are first class and demand excellence from all of their employees. I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Jennifer Gardens is an assisted living residence located near Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park in Port Richey, Florida. This tropical paradise enjoys warm breezes off the Gulf of Mexico 365 days a year. The suburban setting is quiet, yet offers a wide variety of shopping, entertainment, and...
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My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with Suncoast Retreat. They didn't require any kind of fees or deposits for our loved one to move in. Suncoast was willing to work with my pay schedule to...
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.
Suncoast Retreat is a single story, 58 bed facility with an ECC (Extended Congregate Care) license as well as a LMH (Limited Mental Health) license. Both of these additions to the standard license mean more staff training and greater flexibility as to the variety of resident needs that can be...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
We are excited to show you how you can get superior assisted living or memory care at its best with all inclusive pricing.
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We were there for a week and a half before he got sick again, but the CNA's were very helpful. The administrator there, she was great. They helped get my father what he needed in the short time he was there....
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.
We are a small Assisted Living Facility located on 4 Beautiful acres with Home Style Living and Serene Lakefront views,Our caring staff members have over 15 years experience in senior care
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I have my Mother here and she is doing wonderful. I love the staff I have a real connection with all of the day shift. The staff go that extra mile to make sure your loved one is being taken care of. I had a...
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.
Royal Sun Park is an assisted living community nestled away in scenic Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. The trees are abundant, lining the streets and paving the way to this paradise. With the Museum of Science and Industry nearby, there is plenty to do. The helpful and friendly staff...
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I am thankful for this place for my aunt. We live out of town and she has lived there for two years and is so well cared for. They have wonderful activities; she loves the exercise and crafts. They are so...
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.
Great American Assisted Living at TampaGreat American Assisted Living at Tampa is an assisted living community situated in the sunny region of Tampa, Florida. The lovely community belongs to a city that has been one of the most popular places for families and seniors to live for years. With year...
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Of all the places I toured they were on a par with some of the best but at a considerably more affordable price. Although they didn't have the fancy layout they were gentle and provided very good care for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 luxury amenities for residents of Stone Ledge Manor are unparalleled. Living at Stone Ledge Manor means that not only will you have access to our highly rated facilities, but you’ll be a part of an active and engaging retirement community.At Stone Ledge Manor, residents are able to maintain...
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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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Excellent facility! Great staff especially [name removed]. She was very helpful in her presentation, tour and getting him into your community. She is truly genuine, friendly, patient, understanding and has a...
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.
Palm Terrace Assisted Living Facility and Adult Day Care offers private and semi-private accommodations at an affordable price for low to moderate income seniors in the heart of Temple Terrace, Florida. The community offers apartments with kitchenettes and accessible bathrooms. Residents also...
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My mom spent almost 2 months bedridden after contracting a highly contagious form of scabies. The antibiotics caused her to get c diff. She became weak and was no longer able to transfer on her own causing...
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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.
On behalf of our Trinity Place family, thank you for considering our assisted living facility. Our community is dedicated to encouraging independence, all while providing the assistance that is needed, within a loving atmosphere of a bed-and-breakfast style setting. Our mission is to ensure each...
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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.
At Angels Senior Living of New Port Richey, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our mission is to provide the best environment for your loved one not only to live, but to flourish. Our care aides at Angels Senior Living of New Port Richey provide assistance with activities of daily...
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Cost of assisted living in Darby, FL

The average cost of senior living in Darby is $4,433 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hill, FL with an average of $4,261 per month.

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

Darby, FL
$4,433/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
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$5,653/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,065/mo
Studio
$4,324/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,127/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,175/mo

Senior living costs in Darby 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: Darby, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarby, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,433/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,653/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,596/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Darby, FL:$4,433/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Darby, FL:$5,653/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Darby, FL:$3,596/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Darby, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Darby 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Darby, FL$4,228/mo$4,158/mo+1.7%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Darby, FL
2024 average cost:$4,228/mo
2023 average cost:$4,158/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
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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 Darby, FL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Darby

Recent reviews for assisted living in Darby

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.

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

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.

Darby review score based on 2,021 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2021 reviews of 481 Darby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darby 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

Darby review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Darby, FL481 facilities
8.1
Spring Hill, FL430 facilities
8.2
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Review subcategories for Darby 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 2,021 reviews of 481 Darby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Darby 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.
Darby, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
3.5
Care services
3.2
3.2
Staff
3.4
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
3.2
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Darby assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darby, 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 Darby 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 Darby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Darby 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 Darby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darby 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 Darby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Darby 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 Darby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darby, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.3%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darby 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 Darby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darby, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
48%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Darby

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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There are 481 assisted living facilities near Darby, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Darby, Florida are Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC., Magnolia Trails at East Lake and Arden Courts Palm Harbor, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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