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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Meade, FL
Assisted living costs in Fort Meade average about $3,683 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 315 communities in Fort Meade. Our detailed directory has 4006 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lakeland, Winter Haven and Avon Park.
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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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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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We chose Bellatage Assisted Living because my general practitioner had recommended them. We went there on a tour and we were thoroughly impressed, it is very bright and cheery inside. The room sizes here are...
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My Mother is doing very well. Everything is going fine here.
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.
If you want to know why we are the best around at providing assisted living, our title says it all. We are kind hearted and able to provide you with any kind of care that your loved one needs throughout the years. At Kindhearted ALF, we take assisted living to the next level, making sure that you...
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Sorry we did not make this move sooner. We are in our own home in independent living BUT as we age in place we have wonderful assisted living and skill nursing on this campus. We see too many of our friends...
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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Overall mom is getting pretty good care- they have put many things in place to prevent her falls! Staff are doing a great job!
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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.
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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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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 food was good. It is a good value for your money. They had nice patios. It was a perfect place for my mom. We moved her out to be with my brother. We had a very positive experience at Lakeland Manor. I...
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.
Tender Loving Care Retirement Residence Tender Loving Care Retirement Residence is an assisted living community located in Lakeland, Florida, in Polk County and home to about 100,000 people. Lakeland is a wonderful city just outside the Tampa area and has pristine water views, golf, shopping,...
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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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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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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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Lake Alfred Assisted Living is a comfortable assisted living community nestled in beautiful Lake Alfred, Florida. Green landscape, blue water and bright blue skies greet residents each morning as they wash in the healing tropical warmth. Lake Alfred is bristling with the amenities and locations...
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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.
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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My loved one is doing pretty well with her move into this community. I do feel she is safe, and receiving good care. They have nice staff at this facility. They are taking good care of her, and her needs....
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.
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.
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.
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.
Heritage is a gorgeous assisted living community that is located in Plant City, Hillsborough County, Florida. Plant City is a beautiful town in the heart of Florida. The center is in walking distance to many different shops and dining options. The staff at Heritage are always ready and willing to...
Cost of assisted living in Fort Meade, FL
The average cost of senior living in Fort Meade is $3,683 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,168 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Meade, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Meade, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Meade vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fort Meade, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Fort Meade over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Meade, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Meade
Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Meade
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.
The Meridian at Brandon in Tampa, FL
4.9
All of the staff were always willing to help. They knew all the residents' names as well as their rooms. Dining room staff knew the residents' preferences. Housekeeping was always on top of my husband's room. I have already recommended The Meridian to a neighbor. When time comes for me to move ...
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Cypress Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care Residence in Sun City Center, FL
5.0
Everyone working there is very friendly. The facility is kept very clean. The thing most important to me is that my mother needs a lot of care and the girls that work with her really do a nice job. I would recommend this facility to other friends and family.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Several reviews mention the clear and consistent communication they receive from staff at their community. For example, at The Manor at Lake Morton, the staff regularly updates families on their loved ones' progress and well-being. Families at Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Wi ...
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Access to personalized care plans. Residents receive personalized care plans to ensure their individual needs are met. At The Meridian at Brandon, staff members work closely with residents and their families to create custom care plans. Families at Sun City Senior Living also note the flexibility of care plans, allowing for a ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered. At Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace, the staff plans regular outings and offers a variety of group activities. Residents at Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch enjoy the creative and interactive offerings, such as crafts ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Communities provide clean and comfortable living spaces, allowing residents to feel at home. At Spring Hills Hunters Creek, the rooms are described as spacious and well-maintained. Families at Best Care Senior Living at Winter Haven appreciate the modern amenities, such as private bathrooms ...
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Flexible dining options. Residents appreciate the flexibility of dining options, with some communities offering in-room dining and others providing multiple dining areas. At Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace, the dining room offers a variety of menu choices and accommodates dietary restrictions. Families at Ald ...
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Security and peace of mind. Families value the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved ones are in a safe and secure environment. At Windsor at Celebration, residents and their families feel confident that the community takes safety seriously, with 24-hour security and emergency response systems. Families at T ...
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Fort Meade review score based on 1,012 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 1012 reviews of 273 Fort Meade assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Fort Meade 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
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Review subcategories for Fort Meade 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 1,012 reviews of 273 Fort Meade assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Meade 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.Fort Meade, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
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Fort Meade assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Meade assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Meade, 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 Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
48.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.1%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.6%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.9%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.6%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.7%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
24.9%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Meade
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Fort Meade protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC., Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility and Inspired Living at Tampa are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fort Meade, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 315 assisted living facilities near Fort Meade, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Fort Meade, Florida are Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility, Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC. and Inspired Living at Tampa. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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