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Assisted living costs in Sanderson average about $4,062 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 106 communities in Sanderson. Our detailed directory has 1917 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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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.
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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, 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.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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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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.
Welcome to Rodriguez Adult Family Care Our care home provides personalized 24 hour senior care in a licensed private family home setting. We are here to provide that special care and attention your loved ones need and deserve. Our staff will assist your loved ones with all of their daily...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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...
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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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The caretaker lives at the home and she is always there when needed. The owner also comes in to help. I have good communication with them. They offer some puzzles and they have an exercise bike available. ...
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.
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.
Danielle Bryant AFCHDanielle Bryant AFCH is located in Jasper, FL in Hamilton County. This residential care home provides the support that is right for you in a setting that is historical and beautiful. Those spending time in this area appreciate the historical Old Hamilton County Jail and United...

Cost of assisted living in Sanderson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sanderson is $4,062 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include White Springs, FL with an average of $2,800 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sanderson, FL vs. nearby cities

Sanderson, FL
$4,062/mo
$3,639/mo

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

Sanderson, FL
$4,062/mo
$3,979/mo
U.S. national average
$4,638/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,062/mo
$4,527/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,218/mo
Private
$3,500/mo
Studio
$4,973/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,166/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,110/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,488/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sanderson over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sanderson, 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 Sanderson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sanderson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sanderson

Anthem Lakes in Atlantic Beach, FL

4.4
I would recommend anthem lakes. Overall we have had a good experience. The grounds are nice and residents in the independent or assisted living can go outside and walk around. The food is very good, staff is helpful and friendly. Sometimes it is difficult to make sure all services are being ...
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Seagrass Village of Fleming Island

4.0
It was a very nice facility, but it was understaffed. I went to see my husband every day twice a day so I had a pretty good understanding of how things were done. Many times there were only two staff members on the floor. The rest of them were over helping out in assisted-living. The staff ...
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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.

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Friendly and attentive staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the caring nature and friendliness of the staff in multiple communities, such as Brookdale Avondale, Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, and Discovery Commons San Pablo. Staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities like The Windsor at San Pablo, Silver Treasures Assisted Living at Orange Park - Boutique Style Assisted Living, and Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park offer a variety of activities tailored to residents' interests, keeping them engaged and active. From social events to hobbies ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and private rooms at communities such as Brookdale Orange Park, HarborChase of Mandarin, and The Windsor of Gainesville. This attention to detail contributes to a welcoming and comfortable living environment.
Supportive and helpful management. Management teams at communities including The Windsor of Gainesville and The Windsor at San Pablo are described as responsive, communicative, and committed to ensuring residents receive the care and support they need. They foster a strong sense of community and work closely with families to ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Care plans at communities like Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, Brookdale Orange Park, and Camellia at Deerwood are tailored to each resident's unique needs, ensuring they receive the appropriate level of care and attention. This individualized approach helps residents thrive and feel s ...
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Access to quality health care services. Many communities, such as The Windsor of Gainesville, Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, and The Windsor at San Pablo, offer on-site or nearby health care services, ensuring residents have access to medical care when needed. This convenience and peace of mind enhances the overall quality ...
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Sanderson review score based on 458 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 458 reviews of 87 Sanderson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sanderson 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

Sanderson review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Sanderson, FL87 facilities
6.7
Glen St. Mary, FL11 facilities
8.0
Macclenny, FL21 facilities

Review subcategories for Sanderson 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 458 reviews of 87 Sanderson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sanderson 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.
Sanderson, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Sanderson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanderson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanderson, 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 Sanderson 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 Sanderson 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
59.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.2%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.5%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.8%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sanderson 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 Sanderson 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
66.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.5%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanderson 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 Sanderson 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
39.1%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.8%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.4%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanderson 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 Sanderson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.4%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.1%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
36.8%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanderson 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 Sanderson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.6%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sanderson

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 Sanderson protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Mandarin Central, Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park and The Addison of St. Johns are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sanderson, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 106 assisted living facilities near Sanderson, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sanderson, Florida are The Addison of St. Johns, The Addison of Oakleaf and Sodalis Jacksonville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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