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Assisted living costs in Manatee County average about $4,029 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 539 communities in Manatee County. Our detailed directory has 9744 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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Photo of Promise Pointe at Tampa Oaks
1212 Photos available
8.3
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41 reviews
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Everyone is so welcoming when you first walk in the door. I'm familiar with several staff members and they always greet me with a smile. I'm just so happy my mom is in a loving environment. As long as...
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.
Promise Pointe at Tampa Oaks is a fusion of cutting-edge expertise in assisted living and memory care, high-end hospitality and a sincere commitment to enriching the lives of the individuals that we serve. We are located in a prime location - convenient for visitation purposes, close to many...
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Photo of Oak Manor Senior Living Community
1010 Photos available
8.3
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25 reviews
8.3
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25 reviews
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The staff was exceptional. Caring , attentive & respectful. They did everything to accommodate [name removed] & me. They were great with[name removed] .The food was great , she loved it. Her apartment was...
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.
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Photo of A Banyan Residence
1111 Photos available
8.2
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22 reviews
8.2
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5 across the board. It's been great! They really like my Mom and we would certainly recommend A Banyan Residence community to other families.
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.
Who Are We?A Banyan Residence Assisted Living and Memory Care is a community that is uniquely different from any other. Our concept is to stimulate the residents with our multi-sensory environment. The blending of sights, sounds, textures and aromas from our beautiful amenities such as water...
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Photo of Brookdale Highlands
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
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61 reviews
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It was the nicest one that we visited. The Memory Care was really top-notch. And it was close to our house, which was really key so we could visit often
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.
Do more. Live more. Find your best senior living life here.There’s a world of activities waiting to be explored at our Highlands community, and you’re just the senior to do it. Life here means a different kind of senior living, where your needs are met, your safety is taken care of 24/7, and your...
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Photo of Aston Gardens at Tampa Bay
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Food was very good. Residents friendly. Good variety of activities. Main complaint was that it was hard to get to the clubhouse during bad weather
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.
All Aston Gardens communities are ideally located in residential settings surrounded by lakes, gardens or golf courses. Lush landscaping, beautiful walking paths and gazebos are trademarks of an Aston Gardens community. A dedicated administrative staff, a first class concierge and a Director of...
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Magnolia was wonderful!The only thing that my mother ever complained about was that there weren't a whole bunch of activities. But it's such a small facility that it's hard to get people to do things. The...
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.
We believe that when a resident walks in our door, he/she becomes a part of our family. We pledge to love and care for each resident as a mother, a father, an aunt, an uncle, a grandmother, or a grandfather. We extend this personal touch to all of our residents and will do all that we can to...
Photo of Aravilla Sarasota Independent Assisted Living
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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I loved everything about the community when I first toured it. But the most important part is that my dad loves it there! He was at another ALF before Aravilla, and it wasn't a bad place. In fact it was on...
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.
Aravilla Sarasota is a unique independent assisted living community with private apartments ranging from studios to two bedroom two baths units.We have wonderful views, a pool to relax in or enjoy the aqua-therapy classes.Aside from healthcare and compassion, we are known for our delicious menu...
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Photo of Liana of Venice
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8.0
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All of management and staff really care. Chef [name removed] makes the best meals I've ever seen. Absolutely tons of activities...basketball (sitting), painting, crafts, pets come visit, recently dogs and...
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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Photo of AdviniaCare Venice
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We love the staff! [name removed] has been amazing during our transition for our dad! [name removed] in The Cove has been wonderful & caring. The only thing I would like to see more of is asking the...
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.
Our Chef started his career working with French Chef Gean-Georges and with famous Chef Emeril Lagasse. Since then he has spent more than 25 years working in County Club fine dining. He also is a certified Pit Master. Our residents look forward to each meal and our building always smells like home...
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Photo of Toby Weinman Residence
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My mother has received wonderful care at Toby Weinman Assisted Living. The staff is kind, patient, and always responsive to her needs. From the very beginning, we’ve felt confident that she’s in good hands....
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.
Located on the Menorah Life campus in St. Petersburg, Toby Weinman Residence serves people of all faiths and provides its residents with a way of life that promotes overall physical, intellectual and emotional well-being.Since it's opening in 2003, Toby Weinman Residence has maintained the...
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Photo of Sunstar Village
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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.
Sunstar Village Assisted Living – Heartfelt Care in Pinellas ParkSunstar Village is a warm and welcoming assisted living community located in vibrant Pinellas Park, just minutes from Tampa Bay and the Gulf Coast. With sunny weather, peaceful surroundings, and easy access to shopping, healthcare,...
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Photo of Lake Seminole Square, a CCRC
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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On behalf of our family, I want to say a bigger than big "thank you" to all the LSS staff family for the outstanding, "above and beyond the call" service during the last few weeks. From her transition to...
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.
When it comes to home upkeep, less is more.Our apartments have great natural light and enough room for a garden and a garden party. At our Life Care community in Seminole, Florida, you can have a vacation lifestyle in our six-story, hotel-style community. With both independent living and assisted...
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Photo of Stone Ledge Manor
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8.0
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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
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 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...
Photo of Heritage House Assisted Living
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I was able to recently visit my father who is residing at this facility currently. I was able to speak with the owner on multiple occasions, most of the staff and team. I dropped in randomly many times 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.
Heritage House Assisted Living is licensed by the state of Florida Agency for Health Care Administration as an Assisted Living Facility (ALF). It is family owned and operated and is home to 24 residents in Clearwater, Florida.Our community sits on a lush two-acres and has its own beauty salon and...
Photo of Cypress Palms
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I moved into Cypress Palms a few months ago after the death of my wife of forty years and the loss of my home to flooding during Hurricane Helene. After a month of living with my kids, I found Cypress Palms....
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.
Cypress Palms is an enhanced assisted living community located in beautiful Largo, Pinellas County, Florida. Part of the Tampa Bay Area, the Largo area is dotted with pleasant lakes and areas of interest include the Florida Botanical Gardens and Eagle Lake Park.Cypress Palms encourages its...
Photo of Westminster Lakeland, a CCRC
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My mom is doing great at Westminster Lakeland! They are friendly and caring. I can say that it is hard to get my mom to ask when she needs something. It is a my mom thing. I wish she would push her button...
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.
Westminster Lakeland offers a wide variety of residences, from villa homes on tree-lined neighborhood streets to lakeside apartment residences, ranging in size from studios to two bedrooms. The calendar is always full of exciting lifelong learning and well-being opportunities, plus you’ll enjoy...
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Photo of Colliers at Lakeland
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We have lived in the independent facility at the Colliers for a few months and it is fantastic. The food ,staff and employees are awesome and extremely caring. If anyone is looking for an assisted or...
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.
Sitting along a serene lake, Arbor Hills provides the perfect residence for active seniors. Residents can choose from spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, which provide peaceful, private space. The apartments feature walk-in closets, washer and dryer hookup, refrigerator, induction...
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Photo of Arbor Oaks at Tyrone
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I am so glad we found Arbor Oaks. Is it perfect? No...nothing is going to be perfect when dealing with a dementia patient But at least here many of the aids actually do CARE about your loved one. All I know...
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.
Arbor Oaks at Tyrone opened in 1997 and has been under the same family ownership for the entire time. The community is conveniently located near Tyrone Square Mall and was designed to look and feel like a residential home. Senior adults are empowered to enjoy a carefree lifestyle that encourages...
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Photo of Regal Palms
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31 reviews
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My. Father just passed in Sabal Palms [date removed]. Everyone at both Regal and Sabal were tremendous. The love and care were exceptional. My dad was living independently at Regal with mom since [date...
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.
Step into Regal Palms and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. We have been a part of the Largo community for many years, delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting. Here you will find a thriving community of residents from all walks...
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Photo of Ansley Parke at Oakbridge
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[name removed] is such a blessing at Ansley Parke. Her approachable manner is so enthusiastic, welcoming, compassionate, and professional. Anyone with a loved one at Ansley Parke can be assured that they are...
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.
Full Days. Full Lives. Full Hearts.You deserve the best of what life has to offer, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice the quality of life you want for the safety and security you need, especially as your health changes. At our Lakeland community, you and your loved ones will live with the peace...
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Ask about nursing coverage. Is a nurse on site 24/7? Ask for a check list of services provided at each level of care and review that list with the HC point person and the potential new resident. Ask how or...
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.
HarborChase is an assisted living and memory care community located in sunny Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. The first thing that residents and visitors notice about this community is the beautifully landscaped grounds and pleasant architecture. HarborChase is in an established residential...
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Photo of Westminster Bradenton Manor, a CCRC
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The staff are very friendly and helpful and seem to be attending to my mother in law. I would recommend them to others - the facility is renovated, neat and clean.
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.
Close-Knit, Convenient LivingThe Westminster Bradenton Manor neighborhood offers a friendly, peaceful retreat with a quiet neighborhood feel that is just moments from downtown Bradenton's amenities. Plus you're a short trip from all that Sarasota has to offer and the famous white-sand beaches on...
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55 Floor plans available
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Needing a place where a couple could live together with one having dementia issues American House has been able to accommodate us very well. We have both been very pleased with life here. Food is very good...
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.
American House Sarasota is a premiere senior living community offering independent living and assisted living services in Sarasota Florida. Drawing people from all over the world with it's famous white sandy beaches, Sarasota boasts cultural and recreational opportunities for people of all ages,...
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What stands out for me at Fountains of Hope is the staff. All staff, of course there were always a few outliers, were attentive and caring. The staff became personable with my mom and our family even though...
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.
Assisted Living at The Fountains of Hope is designed for each individual's comfort, happiness and confidence. Our month-to-month structure means no stress or burden of long-term contracts or large entrances fees.The Fountains of Hope is owned and operated by Wind River Senior Living , a trusted...
Photo of Colliers at Countryside
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Since Colliers has taken over the staff they've hired are more professional and courteous. There are positive changes occurring.
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.
Conveniently located in the Countryside neighborhood, near parks, shopping, and dining in both Clearwater and Safety Harbor, Colliers at Countryside offers Assisted Living and Memory Care for older people wanting a simplified lifestyle, with discreet support available 24/7 from a professional staff.
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Cost of assisted living in Manatee County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Manatee County is $4,029 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,415 per month.

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Manatee County, FL
$4,030/mo
$4,332/mo
$4,278/mo

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

Manatee County, FL
$4,030/mo
$4,129/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,030/mo
$4,445/mo

Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,054/mo
Studio
$4,206/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,112/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,433/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,210/mo

Senior living costs in Manatee County 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: Manatee County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeManatee County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,030/mo$4,129/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,445/mo$4,596/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living$4,378/mo$4,246/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Manatee County, FL:$4,030/mo
Florida:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Manatee County, FL:$4,445/mo
Florida:$4,596/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Manatee County, FL:$4,378/mo
Florida:$4,246/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Manatee County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Manatee County 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.

Manatee County, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Manatee County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Manatee County 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 median 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
Manatee County, FL$4,365/mo$4,177/mo+4.5%
Florida$4,504/mo$4,289/mo+5.0%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Manatee County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,365/mo
2023 average cost:$4,177/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,504/mo
2023 average cost:$4,289/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Manatee 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 Manatee County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Manatee County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Manatee County

Westminster Palms, a CCRC in Saint Petersburg, FL

4.4
We have had good experience with the community. Sometimes it is difficult as a family member to make contact or receive responses from staff members but overall the community is a nice place to live that offers a lot of activities and opportunities for involvement for the residents.

Windsor Reflections Memory Care in Lakewood Ranch, FL

5.0
My husband been a resident for 16 months. He is treated with care and respect. If I have a concern, its addressed in a timely manner. Staff members in all departments take a personal interest.

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.

Manatee County review score based on 2,262 family reviews

8.4
Review score453 facilities2262 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2262 reviews of 453 Manatee County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Manatee 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

Manatee County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Manatee County, FL453 facilities
8.2
Bradenton, FL48 facilities
8.2
Palmetto, FL41 facilities

Review subcategories for Manatee 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 2,262 reviews of 453 Manatee County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Manatee 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.
Manatee County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
3.9
Friendliness
4.1
4.0
Care services
3.7
3.6
Staff
4.0
3.9
Meals & dining
3.7
3.5
Activities
3.7
3.5
Value for cost*
3.7
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Manatee County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manatee County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manatee 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 Manatee 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 Manatee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.8%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.5%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.4%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Manatee 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 Manatee County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.9%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Manatee 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 Manatee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.5%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
43.2%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Manatee 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 Manatee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Manatee County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.1%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manatee 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 Manatee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manatee County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.4%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.9%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
35%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.8%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.5%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Manatee 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 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 Manatee County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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