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The cost of independent living in Alva is about $4,368 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 144 options. Read 4020 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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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My husband's care was becoming too much for me to handle, I then found American House. They took over my husband's care and it has improved both of our lives. Couldn't be more grateful!
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: 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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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.
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.
Located in Ontario, Oregon, Sunset Estates and Villa specializes in seniors living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our approach is to create a safe environment that can help your loved one maintain a high quality of life in the face of memory loss.
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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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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
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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: 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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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, 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.
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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The staff at this community is fabulous. Mom is thriving the best she can living here. I know she is safe in this locked down community. The community is very clean and feels like home. Mom likes the food...
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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It's been going well, so far. I am still getting moved in so I haven't had a chance to really check everything out. It's a clean place though, and the staff is friendly. Everything is nice, and I like it so...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tucked away in the charming West Florida city of Punta Gorda, a new community in the Deep Creek neighborhood offers seniors age 55 and better a new standard in independent living. Charlotte Crossing is unique blend of one and two bedroom residences that offer modern conveniences, smart...
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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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I heard a lot of bad reviews about Vick Street Manor. This is my mother's fourth assisted living facility. In the past, communities would make her go to bed at 8, get up at 7, she was expected to sit in...
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.
Vick Street Manor seeks to provide a comfortable assisted living community to those who are in need of memory care in Port Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida. This community looks out for the needs of its residents, and it offers a great location. The city of Port Charlotte has much to offer to...
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This is a stunning community. The staff were nice and friendly. Mom liked living here, however they are not a locked community so she was not able to stay here. ThIs is a big community that offers...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
The Cove offers Naples’ finest Assisted Living accommodations onsite at The Marbella at Pelican Bay. Under an Extended Congregate Care License, our expert staff provides comprehensive healthcare and services for our valued residents. Our team of professionals is fully committed to the highest...
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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, 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.
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My loved one was originally in independent living and it was fantastic. We ate there often and the food was really good. They have a huge menu of choices. We moved mom into assisted living and the staff that...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Carlisle Naples is a beautifully designed retirement community, situated on 18 acres of lush, tropical landscaping. Just minutes from the beach, The Carlisle offers easy access to world-famous shopping, restaurants and entertainment in lovely, picturesque Naples. Renowned golf courses, art...
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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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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
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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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Orchid Terrace is a home away from home. It is warm and inviting.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Alva, FL

The average cost of senior living in Alva is $4,368 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Placid, FL with an average of $2,826 per month.

Independent living costs in Alva, FL, vs. nearby cities

Alva, FL
$4,368/mo
$2,909/mo

Independent living costs in Alva, FL, vs. state and national averages

Alva, FL
$4,368/mo
$4,218/mo
U.S. national average
$4,175/mo

Independent living costs in Alva, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,947/mo
Independent Living
$4,368/mo

Independent living costs in Alva, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,851/mo
Studio
$4,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,789/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,908/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,859/mo

Senior living costs in Alva 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: Alva, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlva, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,368/mo$4,218/mo$4,175/mo
Assisted Living$4,538/mo$4,096/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,947/mo$4,547/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Alva, FL:$4,368/mo
Florida:$4,218/mo
U.S.:$4,175/mo
Assisted Living
Alva, FL:$4,538/mo
Florida:$4,096/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Alva, FL:$4,947/mo
Florida:$4,547/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Alva, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alva 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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Independent living cost trends in Alva, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Alva 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
Alva, FL$3,398/mo$3,328/mo+2.1%
Florida$3,399/mo$3,307/mo+2.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Alva, FL
2024 average cost:$3,398/mo
2023 average cost:$3,328/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,399/mo
2023 average cost:$3,307/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Alva

Recent reviews for independent living in Alva

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9
I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

Keystone Place at Beachwalk in Fort Myers, FL

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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.7%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
47%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.9%
10.5%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.2%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.4%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.5%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.7%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
47.8%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.5%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
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Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Grand Villa of Englewood and Atrium at Liberty Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alva, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 144 independent living facilities near Alva, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Alva, Florida are Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Atrium at Liberty Park and Discovery Village Bonita Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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