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The cost of independent living in Alva is about $4,208 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 128 options. Read 3553 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Overall experience is still good. They've had personnel changes which are a challenge. The cleanliness and staff are a 5. They are always helpful and communicate with me. Meals and dining are good....
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.
Canterfield of Fort Myers invites you to discover a truly exceptional way of life. We are an inspiring retirement community that enables you to design each day as you desire. We are building a brand new tradition by offering "carefree living" in a country club-like setting where our residents...
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We met a staff member outside while searching for the best assisted living spots in the area and her graciousness and attention to detail was evident from the first moment we spoke.The facility is...
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.
Putting More Life Into Senior LivingIf you think moving to a senior living community is like joining a nursing home, think again. Our residents enjoy happy hours, sundae socials, weekly card games, fitness groups each morning, and movie nights. They explore creative pursuits, and discover old and...
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This American House has outstanding capable director was chef and concierge the help are nice and do a good job. I feel that [fee removed] for the 2nd person is too high per month for our type of community....
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
At American House Bonita Springs, you’ll enjoy senior living at its finest, in a warm and welcoming environment with a long list of amenities, helpful services and engaging activities all designed around you. Our beautiful community offers living options to allow our residents the opportunity to...
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Great senior living community! I love it here. Everyone is so friendly and attentive. The rooms are spacious and new. The dining room offers great food and great service. I highly recommend Seascape at...
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.
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Everything has been very good at the Gallery- my father passed away peacefully in his sleep In Sept. she's in the assisted living apartment that they were originally planned for on their move. Management is...
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.
The Gallery at North Port is a senior living community located in beautiful Sarasota County, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care living options. We have several amenities and services to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents, including 24-hour on-site...
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Absolutely recommend! It's very well run and everyone is friendly. If I had to move to a retail location I would definitely choose The Palms.
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.
The Palms of Fort Myers is a retirement community offering Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our residents enjoy a heated swimming pool, walking paths, a game room, a pub, library, gym, beautiful chapel and a Rehabilitation and Wellness Outpatient Clinic, among many other services and...
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Friendly employee and staff who cares always ready to help. I came as a respite person and decided to make it permanent. People are very cordial and assistant. So glad I was "steered" in this direction.
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.
Welcome to award-winning senior living at Atrium at Liberty Park in Cape Coral, Florida. Honored for outstanding service by families, and national and local publications and media outlets, Atrium has set a new standard for the highest quality of care and lifestyle. At the Atrium, life is vibrant...
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My mama recently moved to Tuscany Villa in Florida from South Carolina, and the transformation has been incredible. Before, she spent most of her time isolated in her room, but now she’s so busy with...
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.
Tuscany Villa of Naples is a beautiful retirement community, offering assisted living apartments. Step inside our doors, and discover charming retirement living, with a historic grace reminiscent of Old Naples. Personal touches create a community rich in hospitality and friendship — a...
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American House has been very accommodating to my mom and her needs as they continuously change. The staff and their 3rd party affiliates are wonderful and friendly! I am so glad I chose to move my mom to...
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.
Designed from the ground up with discerning seniors in mind, American House Bonita Springs is a beautifully appointed community, tucked away on a 26-acre campus, in a quiet neighborhood setting.We offer studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with a host of amenities and services. Bonita Springs...
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Don't feel there is enough activities for them. Hoping with new director that will change. Otherwise, very happy with American house.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to American House Ft. MyersOpening in spring 2018 American House Fort Myers is located off of Metro Parkway adjacent to Lee Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers. We will feature assisted living and memory care apartments.When it comes to selecting a senior living community for...
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The staff is awesome and very professional and caring. My dad has been moved to [community removed] and the care he is receiving is top notch.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Together, We’re Redefining IndependenceYou’ve earned this. Our independent living seniors get to trade away the hassles of homeownership, getting in return a safe community with emergency care available 24/7, and a whole team of caring staff members that will take care of cooking, cleaning, and...
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The Windsor of Cape Coral is an older facility, but has recently been updated, and is conveniently located to stores and restaurants. It is very welcoming. Staff is very friendly and helpful, and gets to...
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 Windsor of Cape Coral is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs...
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The Gallery at Cape Coral's staff and facility were fantastic during hurricane Milton several weeks ago. Mom was new to the area and we had considered taking her out of the area for safety reasons, however,...
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.
The Gallery at Cape Coral is a senior living community located in the heart of Cape Coral, Florida, offering a variety of living options including assisted living, memory care, and soon to open, independent living. The community is in a prime location in the southern peninsula of Florida, near...
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Everyone is very welcoming and lovely. The atmosphere walking in is homelike. There were people watching a movie and the smell of popcorn was in the air when I first visited. All the staff are incredibly...
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.
A Community That’s Redefining IndependenceTucked into a quiet corner near the center of all that Fort Myers has to offer is a premier assisted living community that provides a wonderful retirement lifestyle. Our residents trade the stress and isolation that often come with life at home for a...
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This has been the best experience for my mother-in-law! She is attending many activities and engaging with others. At age 90 she is in Independent Living at the moment, but the staff has oversight of her,...
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.
Voted “Bonita’s Best” for the Past Five YearsThey don’t make many senior living communities like this. From a five-star resort feel to first-class independent living and assisted living care, we think you’ll find our luxurious community to be at the top of its class. Our residents enjoy...
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I have visited so many memory care communites in this town and this community is a true home feel. It was important to find a place that wasn't too fancy so my mom felt comfortable. When she walked in and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Naples Green Village! We celebrate Senior Living each and every day. At Naples Green Village we offer the highest standard in both Assisted Living and Memory Care. We celebrate each Resident and focus on their individual needs. We offer a beautifully rennovated Assisted Living and...
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In 2023 it unfortunately became time for my mother-in-law to give up living on her own at age 95. Brookdale Port Charlotte kept her in the locale she knows, and provides activities throughout the week that...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingIf you’re ready to trade up from a humdrum senior life, or ready to switch out chores and home maintenance for a full social schedule and a nearly endless list of activities, then Brookdale Port Charlotte is just the place. We are an assisted living community located...
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I have lived at Lely Palms for three months in a one bedroom apartment. I am very happy with everything from the size of my apartment to the public rooms and the staff who are very friendly and helpful. The...
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.
Looking for a community that offers something for everyone? Look no further then Lely Palms, a ProMedica Senior Living Community. Here you will find affordable, rental choices nestled on 28 scenic acres. Whether you are hoping to simplify your lifestyle by choosing the Full Service Plan or...
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My mom is very happy and well taken care of! Everyone is pleasant and friendly, staff and residents. Very clean facility and the food I've had has been very good! Not a big deal but there is one separate...
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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I moved my mother from IL to AL. The experience has been wonderful.The staff are wonderful the head nurse and day nurse are GREAT. We are so happy with Highpoint of Cape Coral. If you’re looking for a place...
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.
Highpoint at Cape Coral is a locally owned, market-rate, continuing care rental senior living community developed by Fortress Ventures on a 10.8-acre site located on Four Mile Cove Parkway in Cape Coral, Florida. The community is centrally located off Del Prado Blvd S and Four Mile Cove Pkwy,...
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We had a wide choice of senior living homes when my dad moved to Florida. We toured several places, I compared them all, and I talked with the various residents at each one. Some were larger, some were...
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.
Our assisted living community offers a carefree lifestyle in sunny Rotonda West, Fla., where our residents live as independently as possible in the privacy of their own apartment. And because we provide assistance 24/7, you can exchange the fear of living alone for the security and comfort of...
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After visiting at Brookdale North Naples, meeting the staff, experiencing the food, and touring the spacious accommodations, we felt comforted and happy knowing it would be a smooth transition into assisted...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingThere’s a way to get everything senior living has to offer. A life full of interesting things to do, a community full of interesting people to do them with, and a facility and grounds that feel more like a resort than a senior living community—these are all waiting for...
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So many activities for all to enjoy. Food is great and is like eating at a restaurant. Daily menu to order from everyday. Facility is very clean and organized and has the best view with a waterfront view...
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.
Calusa Harbour Senior Living offers Independent Living and Assisted Living for seniors who want to maintain their rich and rewarding life without the responsibilities of running a household. Here, you're given independence and options. We offer a choice of apartment floor plans, restaurant-style...
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Beautiful facility. Staff is friendly and willing to engage regarding the patient. Room sizes in memory care are spacious and activities are plentiful.
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.
Upsize your possibilities and experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of purpose and enjoy new experiences and connections with interesting new friends. At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC), you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing...
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I'd say that the place is like a resort - like being on vacation. It's beautiful. But that they don't cap the increase each year and so far her rent has gone up [fee removed]a month every year. She is 90...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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Cost of independent living in Alva, FL

The average cost of senior living in Alva is $4,208 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Placid, FL with an average of $2,861 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alva, FL vs. nearby cities

Alva, FL
$4,208/mo
$2,870/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alva, FL vs. the state and national average

Alva, FL
$4,208/mo
$4,003/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alva vs. other types of senior living

$4,696/mo
Independent Living
$4,208/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alva, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,704/mo
Studio
$4,583/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,509/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,614/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,957/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Alva

Recent reviews for independent living in Alva

Colliers at Naples

4.1
Enjoying her new home. Happy with everything at this time. Clean and staff is friendly. Enjoying activities. Nursing staff attentive and getting PT two times a week. I am very happy I called your company and got info on the collier of Naples. Thank you also for answering all my questions and ...
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Seaside at Fort Myers

4.0
I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...
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Highpoint at Cape Coral

5.0
5 for all. Highpoint at Cape Coral is a wonderful place. The staff are wonderful, very supportive. They have so many activities every day. My father is a veteran and they have special events during the year to celebrate their service for our country.

Alva independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alva independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alva, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alva independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alva partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alva, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alva independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alva communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alva, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
49.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alva independent 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 independent living communities in Alva offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alva, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
68.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
49.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 128 independent living facilities near Alva, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Alva, Florida are Canterfield of Fort Myers, Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles and The Gallery at North Port. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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