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The cost of independent living in Bear Creek is about $3,860 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 89 options. Read 952 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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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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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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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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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: 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.
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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.
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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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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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 Safe Haven Assisted LivingA Safe Haven Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the quiet town of Seminole, FL. The town of Seminole is near North Redington Beach, and alive with activities in a relaxing community that is located in Pinellas County and home to about 17,000...
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The staff was very helpful and nice. The place could use more TLC. The nursing staff needs to be more attentive to assisted living residents. I really liked the individual villas. For that reason, if needed,...
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: 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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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I cannot say enough positive comments about this facility. Having a family member transition is always hard on both the one changing from independent assisted living to memory care assisted living. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Bon Secours Place offers personalized assistance, supportive services and health-related care in professionally managed, home-like surroundings. Residents enjoy the comforts and amenities of home with the security of 24 hour care and the companionship of a supportive staff. We provide the...
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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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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 independent living in Bear Creek, FL

The average cost of senior living in Bear Creek is $3,860 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belleair Bluffs, FL with an average of $3,730 per month.

Independent living costs in Bear Creek, FL, vs. nearby cities

Bear Creek, FL
$3,860/mo
$3,890/mo

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

Bear Creek, FL
$3,860/mo
$4,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Creek, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,225/mo
Independent Living
$3,860/mo

Independent living costs in Bear Creek, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,440/mo
Studio
$4,565/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,762/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,914/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,002/mo

Senior living costs in Bear Creek 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: Bear Creek, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBear Creek, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,860/mo$4,197/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,844/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,225/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Bear Creek, FL:$3,860/mo
Florida:$4,197/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Bear Creek, FL:$3,844/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Bear Creek, FL:$4,225/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Bear Creek, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bear Creek 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.

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Bear Creek, FL$3,212/mo$3,351/mo-4.1%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bear Creek, FL
2024 average cost:$3,212/mo
2023 average cost:$3,351/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bear Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Bear Creek

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Angels Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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Lake Seminole Square, a CCRC

4.8
The layout of the community is attractive. The food is excellent. Activities are available. Room sizes are adequate. Outdoor space is very good. We have had a positive experience here are Lake Seminole Square.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Elegant and historic lobby. Several reviews mention the beautiful and elegant lobby at different communities, specifically at The Princess Martha and Westminster Shores, a CCRC, as a favorite feature. Residents enjoy gathering in this welcoming space, which adds to the sense of community and pride in their living situa ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and caring nature of staff members at various communities, such as at American House St. Petersburg, The Princess Martha and Westminster Shores, a CCRC, who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and ensure their needs are met.
Excellent food and dining experiences. Reviews consistently praise the quality of meals and dining experiences at several communities, including Addington Place at College Harbor, The Princess Martha, Westminster Shores, a CCRC and American House St. Petersburg, with many residents looking forward to their meals every day.
Engaging and plentiful activities. Residents at different communities, including The Princess Martha, The Barclay at Pasadena, Westminster Shores, a CCRC and American House St. Petersburg, appreciate the wide range of activities tailored to their interests, from outdoor excursions to intellectual and creative pursuits, th ...
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Well-maintained and clean living spaces. Reviews for various communities, including The Princess Martha, Addington Place at College Harbor, Westminster Shores, a CCRC, and American House St. Petersburg, frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of their private apartments and communal areas, making for a comfortable and ...
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Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Throughout the reviews, residents express gratitude for the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at their communities, The Princess Martha, Addington Place at College Harbor, Westminster Shores, a CCRC, and American House St. Petersburg, where they have formed lasting friendships and feel a ...
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Bear Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bear Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bear Creek, 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 Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek 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
21.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bear Creek 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 Bear Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.8%
46.4%
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