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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ridge Wood Heights, FL
Assisted living costs in Ridge Wood Heights average about $4,476 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 62 communities in Ridge Wood Heights. Our detailed directory has 923 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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Listening to my mother and father say the food needs improvement more variety . But everything else is good needs met and satisfied with the facility.
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 offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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We moved our father into Heron East and we were surprised at how the staff went over and above to make him feel comfortable and cared for. The move in was easy, the food is great and he has made some new...
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.
Heron East Assisted Living has been providing a warm, lively community setting and outstanding care for Sarasota seniors since 1999. Our dedicated and experienced staff reflects a stable team with many years tenure, offering more than 60 years of experience in elder care. The City of Sarasota...
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I like the care that my mom is getting from this caring community. The staff have been very attentive to her needs and always make sure that is able to be with the other residents during the activities. We...
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.
Cabot Reserve on the Green is a free standing assisted living community licensed for 60 residents and has been open since 1999. The community is part of Family Extended Care, a not for profit organization, with five communities in Florida and one in Georgia. Residents enjoy the serenity of...
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We transferred my mother to this cozy home-like environment after an unpleasant and alarming experience with one of the larger and more institutional facilities in the area. The difference was night and day....
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.
We distinguish ourselves from a larger community by being able to offer more one on one attention to our residents. This stems from the fact that we operate in the comfort and safety of a residential home. However, we still offer all the structure and professionalism of a larger memory care...
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We chose Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay because they have 24 hour nursing which was very important for us. There is not someone just on call - they are present in the building at all times. The facility...
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.
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The chef is awesome. The food is awesome. They are understaffed at times, but as I am told that is true of most places. I would personally drop by and visit weekly if not every few days. My sister and I did...
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.
Located in Nokomis Florida, Bay Shore Guest Home and Gardens is a boutique-style Assisted Living Facility. We strive to ensure a family home that will keep partners together. Unlike many larger assisted living facilities we do not separate partners even if they have different medical conditions....
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.
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.
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The care at this community is good. The staff is caring and attentive. The community is clean and offers a good environment for the residents. They offer the residents activities. We would recommend this...
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 a family owned facility and opened in 1996. We built the building and I am an accessible on site owner and an LPN. Tour some corporate facilities and then ours. Our continuity, long term staff, culture and consistent improvement in all aspects of what we do has resulted in a product that...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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 Ridge Wood Heights, FL
The average cost of senior living in Ridge Wood Heights is $4,476 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arcadia, FL with an average of $3,446 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ridge Wood Heights, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ridge Wood Heights, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ridge Wood Heights vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ridge Wood Heights, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Ridge Wood Heights over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ridge Wood Heights, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ridge Wood Heights
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ridge Wood Heights
Westminster Point Pleasant in Bradenton, FL
5.0
Westminster Point is the best in the area based on the total value and what you get. You get what you pay for. Room sizes and community layout are excellent. The food is excellent. The services are great.
Venice Green Village
4.9
My mother has been at Venice Green Village for over a year. It gives me peace if mind to know my mother is being well cared for. Her health has actually improved now that she's eating better and gets her medication at the proper times.
Brookdale Palmer Ranch in Sarasota, FL
4.0
I would reccomend Brookdale Palmer Ranch to others, with a couple of provisions. If the person in question can get around on there own and likes to go outside, then another location would be better. A place with a secure outside area. Do not use a location that caters to memory care only. If at ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Phillippi Creek, Grand Villa of Sarasota, and Brookdale Palmer Ranch. Residents and their families alike praise the warm and caring demeanor of the caregivers, who g ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities offer a wide range of activities to keep residents socially active and engaged. At Sarabella Senior Living, there are activities such as movie nights, ice cream socials, and holiday parties. Residents of The Windsor of Bradenton enjoy playing cards, bingo, and dominos, while Har ...
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Delicious and customized meals. Reviews consistently mention the high quality of meals and accommodations for dietary restrictions. Residents of Grand Villa of Sarasota appreciate the chef's willingness to cater to individual preferences, while Brookdale Phillippi Creek enjoys the food at this community so much that they m ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Communities are described as spotless, with attention given to both the private rooms and communal areas. At The Windsor of Bradenton, the Windsor takes pride in its cleanliness, and HarborChase of Sarasota praises the well-kept grounds and gardens. Residents of Sarabella Senior Living spe ...
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Consistent and open communication. Families appreciate the frequent, detailed conversations they have with community staff, keeping them informed and ensuring care needs are being met. At Brookdale Palmer Ranch, the community director holds regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtuall ...
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Secure and welcoming environment. Reviews consistently express feelings of safety and security within the communities, with features such as 24/7 security and a locked entrance providing peace of mind for residents and their families. At The Windsor of Bradenton, new residents are welcomed warmly into a friendly and inclusive ...
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Ridge Wood Heights review score based on 250 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 250 reviews of 51 Ridge Wood Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ridge Wood Heights 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
Ridge Wood Heights review score compared against nearby cities
7.6
Ridge Wood Heights, FL51 facilities
7.9
Gulf Gate Estates, FL62 facilities
7.8
Sarasota, FL76 facilities
Review subcategories for Ridge Wood Heights 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 250 reviews of 51 Ridge Wood Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ridge Wood Heights 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.Ridge Wood Heights, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
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4.1
Value for cost*
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Ridge Wood Heights assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridge Wood Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridge Wood Heights, 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 Ridge Wood Heights 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 Ridge Wood Heights 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
60.8%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.7%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.2%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.8%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ridge Wood Heights 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 Ridge Wood Heights 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
64.7%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.9%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.1%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ridge Wood Heights 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 Ridge Wood Heights 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
39.2%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
49%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridge Wood Heights 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 Ridge Wood Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
51%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridge Wood Heights 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 Ridge Wood Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.9%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.9%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.9%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
39.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ridge Wood Heights
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 Ridge Wood Heights protect seniors.
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Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, The Windsor of Bradenton and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ridge Wood Heights, Florida. See full list of communities.
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