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The cost of independent living in Benbow is about $3,353 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 196 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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Photo of The Brennity at Tradition Senior Living
9090 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
9.2
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The staff is outstanding- especially the person in charge of the memory care residents. They keep the residents active and are very loving. The rooms and public areas are clean and smell clean.
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.
Located on SW Stony Creek Way in Port St. Lucie, Florida, our charming, home-like community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care living options all on the same campus.Enjoy the convenience of being close to local restaurants, medical resources and Jensen Beach, while being...
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Photo of Lehigh Acres Assisted Living
1111 Photos available
9.0
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31 reviews
9.0
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31 reviews
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A Place for Mom as a company has really caring and knowledgeable people working there. They are very helpful, followed up, made an appointment and we were done and moved mom in within 4 days. It was a great...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Lehigh Acres Place is a pet friendly assisted living community providing personalized assistance with daily task to help maintain independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to...
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Photo of Discovery Village at The Forum - Independent Living
55 Photos available
8.5
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9 reviews
8.5
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There is a new chef who has just started, so that may improve .I would most enthusiastically recommend them to others! My mom is 90 now and is enjoying to care and freedom that living in Discovery Village...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Discovery Village at The Forum Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
8.3
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17 reviews
8.3
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17 reviews
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My Dad is really enjoying living at Discovery Village @ The Forum. Even though he was initially resistant to leaving his home he likes his apartment and he is enjoying having friends and activities. The...
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 Discovery Village At The Forum, a world-class senior living community located in the "City of Palms" Fort Myers, FL. Discovery Villages all-inclusive lifestyle offers a unique approach to retirement living in that we provide the care, services, and activities that residents need now or...
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2020 Photos available
8.2
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25 reviews
8.2
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25 reviews
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This facility provides a clean and welcoming environment for my mother in law, complemented by a friendly and helpful staff that delivers comprehensive care to residents and keeps them engaged through...
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.
For good days and challenging days, there is always Life Enrichment.When you entrust our team to treat or care for you or your loved one, you can feel confident that we’re striving to elevate life each day. To encourage a positive attitude and to keep residents active and engaged, we have a mix...
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Photo of Grand Oaks of Okeechobee
55 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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Extremely efficient, professional and informative. The management staff were so informative when we spoke on the phone and during our tour. The facility is beautiful, quaint and so homey. The interior of...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Elegant Assisted Living by Trusted Health Experts Grand Oaks of Okeechobee is an assisted living community by the Visiting Nurse Association of Florida, an award winning home healthcare agency with nearly 40 years of experience in the field. With trusted health experts operating the community,...
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Photo of Fountain Crest Retirement Community
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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8.0
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8.0
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15 reviews
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There are many residence in Walker's and wheelchair and the staff goes out over there way to help them. Also residence help each other.
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 Fountain Crest Retirement Community, you get more than an apartment. You get a home. Just outside your front door, you can enjoy one of the six lanai's for socializing or growing your favorite flowers and vegetable plants. You can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy three meals a...
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Photo of The Club at Wellington
1313 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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Our family member has been a resident of The Club at Wellington for a year. We're pleased with the cleanliness of his new home and the beauty of the outdoor space. Staff members have been welcoming to our...
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 Club at Wellington is a senior assisted living community where residents receive essential supportive care. Our residential home is nestled in the Village of Wellington, a quiet suburb west of Palm Beach in South Florida. With over 10,845 square feet of living space and 26 fully-furnished...
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Photo of Balmoral Assisted Living
1919 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.5
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44 reviews
7.5
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44 reviews
5 star
56%
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3 star
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Staff is very caring and communication is great. Best we found in the area and after seeing care, we feel we did make the best decision.
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 assisted living that is designed to WOW! Surrounded by farms and Lake Huntley, Balmoral Assisted Living is a community that is both serene yet urban. Nearby is an active community with plentiful opportunities for shopping, dining, historic outings, and fun excursions. Each day,...
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5 star
67%
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I like knowing that my father is doing well at his new home. The apartments are clean and a good atmosphere for him to live in. He does cook his own meals. They try and offer him things to do within the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heron Pond presents beautiful apartment homes. We offer affordable leasing, one and two bedroom homes in Lehigh Acres, Florida. Our community features a swimming pool, barbeque areas, libraries, computer rooms with internet access, wi-fi, an on-site salon and a fully active social calendar. Let...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Labelle Commons is a beautiful senior housing community located in the lovely city of LaBelle, Hendry County, Florida. This small and beautiful city is the perfect location to settle down in for any senior looking for the beauty of nature as well as the convenience of city life. Known as the...
Photo of Peavy's Retirement Ctr
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Anne Hurst's Country Charm
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Okeechobee Commons
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Okeechobee Commons Apartments is beautiful place for anyone to live.  Luckily for you though, only individuals that are at least 55 years young are allowed to experience the luxuries we have to offer.  Right now we have gorgeous, new one bedroom...
Photo of Ivy-Steven Home Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Photo of Jacobs Allison Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Mama Llama Residence 2
66 Photos available
Provides: Assisted 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.
Mama Llama Residence 2 is a shining example of modern elegance and thoughtful design. This brand-new building is a luxurious haven where seniors truly flourish. Its architectural beauty and carefully crafted interior make it a place that radiates both style and comfort.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Path Of Life Assisted Living LLC
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Hibiscus Palace II Assisted Living Facility
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of J and M Assisted Living Facility
Provides: Assisted 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.

Cost of independent living in Benbow, FL

The average cost of senior living in Benbow is $3,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Placid, FL with an average of $2,839 per month.

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

Benbow, FL
$3,353/mo
$4,734/mo

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

Benbow, FL
$3,353/mo
$4,255/mo
U.S. national average
$4,209/mo

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

$4,440/mo
Independent Living
$3,353/mo

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

Studio
$2,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,110/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,015/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Senior living costs in Benbow 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: Benbow, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBenbow, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,353/mo$4,255/mo$4,209/mo
Assisted Living$4,131/mo$4,133/mo$4,749/mo
Memory Care$4,440/mo$4,602/mo$5,012/mo
Independent Living
Benbow, FL:$3,353/mo
Florida:$4,255/mo
U.S.:$4,209/mo
Assisted Living
Benbow, FL:$4,131/mo
Florida:$4,133/mo
U.S.:$4,749/mo
Memory Care
Benbow, FL:$4,440/mo
Florida:$4,602/mo
U.S.:$5,012/mo
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Independent living costs in Benbow, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Benbow 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
Benbow, FL$4,428/mo$4,295/mo+3.1%
Florida$3,380/mo$3,164/mo+6.8%
National$3,201/mo$3,105/mo+3.1%
Benbow, FL
2024 average cost:$4,428/mo
2023 average cost:$4,295/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,380/mo
2023 average cost:$3,164/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,201/mo
2023 average cost:$3,105/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Benbow

Recent reviews for independent living in Benbow

Balmoral Assisted Living in Lake Placid, FL

5.0
All of the people here are very caring and kind. The director of nursing, [name removed] is very dedicated to the residents, she goes above and beyond and has made my stay so much better. She helped me through preparing for surgery as well as making sure I was okay when I had an infection in my ...
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Discovery Village at The Forum - Independent Living in Fort Myers, FL

5.0
Lots of great activities offered. Both physical and spiritual, we have a great recreation Director. Apartment sizes and layouts are excellent. Our apartment has a dining area as well, but I have seen the other sizes and they are great. I absolutely recommend Discovery Village at The Forum to ...
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The Club at Wellington

5.0
The Club At Wellington. It is a excellent place for seniors citizens to come and live. The staff and employees are professional. They have good food, house keeping, maintenance and So much more. The have two Generator Priceless. The best way is to come by and check it out for yourself.

Benbow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Benbow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Benbow, 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 Benbow 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 Benbow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Benbow, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24%
34.9%
No sugar
No sugar
16%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16%
34.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16%
10.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Benbow 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 Benbow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Benbow, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24%
37%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28%
44%
Room service
Room service
24%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Benbow 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 Benbow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Benbow, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
32%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8%
28.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32%
54.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28%
43.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
38.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24%
42.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
32%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
24%
33.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
40%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32%
47%
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The Brennity at Tradition Senior Living, Lehigh Acres Assisted Living and Discovery Village at The Forum - Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Benbow, Florida. See full list of communities.
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