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Assisted living costs in San Jose Forest average about $4,378 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 58 communities in San Jose Forest. Our detailed directory has 1572 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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4 star
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17%
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The facility is very clean. Everyone is so caring and helpful. The staff cares about their residents well-being and that is a major factor when you have family living at facilities like these. You always...
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.
There may come a time in life when a loved one can no longer participate in independent living at home. Wiley Retirement Home in Marlton, New Jersey can provide great surroundings in a very safe environment for seniors. Senior care can be very different from other types of care. This is a...
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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.
Sweet Alice's Place, Inc. is a residential care home located in the coastal city of Jacksonville, Florida in the county of Duval. Along with beautiful Atlantic coast white sand beaches, Jacksonville boasts many attractions for all ages and personality types. Jacksonville is home to PGA tournament...
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My experience at Fort Caroline Gardens has been great. I think the value of the facilities and staff are beyond what I expected. The business is owned and operated by a family and I think they do a good job...
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.
As the largest city in the state of Florida, Jacksonville, Duval County offers residents of Fort Caroline Gardens assisted living community a variety of events and activities as well as a semi-tropical climate. Warm, sunny days are the norm even during the middle of winter, and, as an added...
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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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Cost of assisted living in San Jose Forest, FL

The average cost of senior living in San Jose Forest is $4,378 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Starke, FL with an average of $3,138 per month.

Assisted living costs in San Jose Forest, FL, vs. nearby cities

San Jose Forest, FL
$4,378/mo

Assisted living costs in San Jose Forest, FL, vs. state and national averages

San Jose Forest, FL
$4,378/mo
$4,129/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in San Jose Forest, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,378/mo
$4,940/mo

Assisted living costs in San Jose Forest, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,206/mo
Studio
$4,339/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,983/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,404/mo

Senior living costs in San Jose Forest 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: San Jose Forest, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Jose Forest, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,378/mo$4,129/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,940/mo$4,598/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$4,470/mo$4,247/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
San Jose Forest, FL:$4,378/mo
Florida:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
San Jose Forest, FL:$4,940/mo
Florida:$4,598/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
San Jose Forest, FL:$4,470/mo
Florida:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in San Jose Forest, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in San Jose Forest and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in San Jose Forest, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in San Jose Forest 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
San Jose Forest, FL$4,255/mo$3,957/mo+7.5%
Florida$4,504/mo$4,289/mo+5.0%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
San Jose Forest, FL
2024 average cost:$4,255/mo
2023 average cost:$3,957/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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 San Jose Forest, 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 San Jose Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in San Jose Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in San Jose Forest

Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC in Jacksonville, FL

4.6
This is a lovely property with gorgeous grounds. I believe there isn't enough staff due to COVID. The family has to follow up on requests to make sure these are taken care of for our loved one. The grounds are secure for the residents to enjoy the outdoors. There is one meal day provided by ...
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Osprey Village Assisted Living in Amelia Island, FL

5.0
Staff very friendly and accommodating. Always meeting new and very interesting new residents, all become family. Activities are very varied and always fun. Town is charming and laid back. Very good medical facilities. Attractive 2-3 bedroom stand alone homes (93) and 40 apartments. 2 blocks ...
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Mi Casa Adult Living Facility in Jacksonville, FL

4.1
My casa is clean, organized, roomy, lots of windows that lets the sunshine in and confortable for residents. Areas are well kept, furnished and confortable. Residents are treated well and looks like they feel at home.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Mandarin Central, staff members are described as 'welcoming' and 'caring', and at Sunrise of Jacksonville, 'friendly' and 'helpful'. These staff members go above and beyond to en ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities available at several communities. At The Fountains at Mill Cove, staff organize activities like bingo, museum outings, and gardening classes, while at Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, residents enjoy putting greens and thought-provokin ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. For instance, at Brookdale Orange Park, residents appreciate the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library, and at The Fountains at Mill Cove ...
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Consistent and transparent communication. Effective communication between communities and families is crucial for ensuring peace of mind. At The Windsor at Ortega, families are kept informed through regular updates from the staff, while at Discovery Village at Deerwood, the leadership team is responsive and transparent about any cha ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating care services. Communities that prioritize individual needs and provide personalized care services receive high praise from residents and their families. At The Windsor at San Pablo, staff go the extra mile to adapt to residents' unique requirements, while at Brookdale Avondale, the nursing staff is descri ...
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Home-like atmosphere and community feeling. Communities that foster a sense of familiarity and belonging are cherished by residents. At Camellia at Deerwood, the warm and welcoming atmosphere makes residents feel like they're living with a 'second family', and at Noble Gardens of Jacksonville, the facility is described as 'very clean' ...
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San Jose Forest review score based on 294 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 294 reviews of 52 San Jose Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Jose Forest 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

San Jose Forest review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
San Jose Forest, FL52 facilities
8.4
Jacksonville, FL64 facilities
8.7
Orange Park, FL44 facilities

Review subcategories for San Jose Forest 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 294 reviews of 52 San Jose Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Jose Forest 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.
San Jose Forest, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.9
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.8
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.5
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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San Jose Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Jose Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Jose Forest, 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 San Jose Forest 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 San Jose Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
San Jose Forest, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.4%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.5%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.3%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.2%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.8%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in San Jose Forest 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 San Jose Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Jose Forest, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.2%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.3%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Jose Forest 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 San Jose Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Jose Forest, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
44.2%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in San Jose Forest 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 San Jose Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Jose Forest, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.2%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Jose Forest 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 San Jose Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Jose Forest, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.2%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Jose Forest

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 San Jose Forest protect seniors.
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The Addison of Oakleaf, Brookdale Mandarin Central and The Addison of St. Johns are the top-rated assisted living facilities near San Jose Forest, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 58 assisted living facilities near San Jose Forest, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in San Jose Forest, Florida are The Addison of Oakleaf, Brookdale Mandarin Central and The Addison of St. Johns. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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