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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake County, FL

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Assisted living costs in Lake County average about $4,229 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 23 communities in Lake County. Our detailed directory has 452 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.

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9.7
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136 reviews
9.7
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136 reviews
5 star
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Knowledgeable, professional and committed staff who provide wonderful care. The facilities are clean and very well maintained. Food is excellent with a varied menu. There are plenty of activities to suit a...
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.
Waterman Village is Central Florida's TOTAL retirement/senior living community. Not-for-profit, faith-based tradition, locally operated, no off-site management company, no off-site corporate ownership. Truly mission over margin since 1989. Independent living homes and apartments, an assisted...
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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
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66 reviews
9.6
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66 reviews
5 star
59%
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3 star
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He needed an actual one bedroom rather than a Studio and I had just had knee replacement so we could look at a limited number of facilities. It was the best we saw.
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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86 reviews
9.5
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86 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
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3 star
9%
2 star
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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.
Vista Lakes offers assisted living options for seniors in Leesburg, Florida in our intimate single story building.Stroll through our lush courtyard garden, watch your favorite movie in our TV room or enjoy a book by the fireplace. At Vista Lakes there is something for everyone to enjoy. We offer...
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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19 reviews
9.3
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19 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
16%
3 star
5%
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My wife [name removed], 81 and diagnosed with Alzheimers Dementia, was placed into memory care, not Certus, last March. She had high anxiety and was overly aggressive and combative. The caregivers at this...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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34 reviews
8.9
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34 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
47%
3 star
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2 star
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My sister in law had a number of falling experiences over several years that required hospitalization & rehab. She was also in the early years of Dementia and her husband had passed away 5 years earlier. She...
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.
Our assisted living community features an excellent location in Tavares, Fla., known for its famed seaplane base and marina on Lake Dora. Our campus is located in a quiet neighborhood a short drive from downtown Tavares with its quaint local cafes and shops.You’ll find other seniors to bond with...
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8.5
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28 reviews
8.5
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28 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Found out about Regency Park and moved my mom in about two months ago. The staff members are warm and professional. Mom enjoys the activities, the food, but most of all - her new friends! Mom is so happy...
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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8.0
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36 reviews
8.0
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36 reviews
5 star
47%
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3 star
8%
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The location of The Cove at Tavares Village is wonderful. It is also close to me. I would highly recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living for a loved one.
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.
Less than a mile from Lake Harris in beautiful Tavares FL exists a leisurely life at The Cove at Tavares Village. About 25 miles northwest of Orlando, you will find a group of senior citizens who wake up each morning greeted by sunshine and secure in the knowledge their lives are comfortable in...
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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
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the staff was incredible but the cleanliness not so much. However, I would recommend this community to other families especially those who are lower income
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.
Eustis Senior Care lies quietly in the small community of beautiful Eustis, Florida. Just a few streets away from the glistening waters of Lake Eustis, warm Florida sunshine and a gentle breeze over the lake help make Eustis Senior Care a tropical lifestyle to sooth the soul. Eustis is known to...
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7.0
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28 reviews
7.0
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28 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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We had a great first impression with the Osprey Lodge - the community itself is just really pretty and it is always very clean, that stood out to us right away. The staff members and quality of care has been...
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 Osprey Lodge! We are Central Florida's premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities. Our standards for these services and amenities are upheld by our dedicated and...
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The Mayfield Retirement Center feels welcoming and homey. Everyone from the Administrator to the cleaners are concerned about each and every resident. The interactions between people who work there and...
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.
Mayfield Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Leesburg, Florida. We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of those in Leesburg and the surrounding area. Located off Rt. 460, we offer convenient access to the surrounding community, modern amenities, and...
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8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
5 star
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When it came time to look for an Assisted Living facility for my mom I knew what I had envisioned for her. I wanted a Bed and Breakfast type atmosphere with lots of social interaction with other residents...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
Photo of Genesis Elder Care
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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88 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I loved the home setting for my uncle Mrs. [name removed] is provided a private room and bath for him 3 great meals and snacks if he wanted also activities to keep him busy a loving atmosphere for all that...
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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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Lake County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Lake County is $4,229 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Umatilla, FL with an average of $4,071 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake County, FL vs. nearby counties

Lake County, FL
$4,229/mo
$4,169/mo
$4,236/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake County, FL vs. the state and national average

Lake County, FL
$4,229/mo
$3,936/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lake County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,229/mo
$4,505/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lake County, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,390/mo
Studio
$4,614/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,582/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,509/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Lake County over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lake County, FL

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

What families are saying about assisted living in Lake County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lake County

Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living in Sanford, FL

5.0
To answer your question I live like a queen. Clothes are wash once a week, my apartment is clean once a week. Three meal prepared every day, movies every night, activities, game room and when help is needed they are here.I guess I could sum this up with their own word “where you can live a ...
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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.

Cascade Heights in Longwood, FL

4.8
I would recommend it to others. I told my mom that if I can live in a place like Cascade Heights when I am old I will be very happy. We picked this community because it was very good. Residents were all very positive about it.

Lake County review score based on 118 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 118 reviews of 20 Lake County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lake County 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

Lake County review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Lake County, FL20 facilities
8.6
Tavares, FL27 facilities
8.6
Astatula, FL18 facilities

Review subcategories for Lake County 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 118 reviews of 20 Lake County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lake County 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.
Lake County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Lake County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake County, 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 Lake County 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 Lake County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake County 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 Lake County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake County 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 Lake County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake County 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 Lake County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
35%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake County 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 Lake County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
15%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lake County

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 Lake County protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

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Cascade Heights, Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs and Waterman Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lake County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 23 assisted living facilities near Lake County, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Lake County, Florida are Cascade Heights, Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs and Waterman Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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