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The cost of independent living in Carlson is about $4,250 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 20 options. Read 479 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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66 Floor plans available
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My dad‘s only been in Wildwood for two months, but at this point, I’m pretty impressed with most aspects of the place. There’s so many activities for the residence to participate in. The staff is great cuz...
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.
WELCOME TO AMERICAN HOUSE WILDWOODWelcome to American House Wildwood where you'll find luxury senior living at its finest. Enjoy exceptional living with our world-class amenities, exciting activities and a maintenance-free lifestyle. Imagine sipping lemonade poolside, hitting golf balls on the...
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I was on a trip to Ireland and I knew that my dad was in good hands during his respite for two weeks. This facility is extremely clean, staff is always courteous with family members and very friendly to the...
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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26 reviews
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My dad passed on [date removed] He was only at Banyan for 10 days before his passing, but The staff were very friendly and helpful. Only one was kind of a dud.....I think she was the accountant but that's...
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.
In short, we’re a family-run property that’s here to create a home-like environment for our residents. Our Villages location was custom designed and built in 2021 with the experience of over 25 years in assisted living and memory care. We offer an outdoor living concept where all our residential...
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Just replaced managers a couple months ago because previous ones wouldn't fix anything. Many people moved because of that and food. New managers are wonderful and fixing everything and working hard on...
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.
Pebble Springs Retirement is Lady Lake, FL’s Premier independent living community. Pebble Springs Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Pebble Springs Retirement is an all-inclusive...
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8.8
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Great and welcoming staff. They went above and beyond for my mother when EMTs had to respond to her need for ambulance service to the hospital, twice. They followed up with her upon her return to...
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.
We believe that Steeplechase is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Steeplechase, our management teams live on-site, and are available 24...
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8.8
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28 reviews
8.8
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My answers are based on what my significant other has experienced. Although we chose Sumter Senior Living based on closeness to home and price, things are different now. After experiencing covid in rehab, he...
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 466A, between Morse Blvd and Buena Vista Blvd, Sumter Grand offers golf car access and Village Amenities while providing a beautiful, comfortable and maintenance free home to Residents who wish to have access to all The Villages has to offer and that of an all-inclusive resort. Sumter...
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8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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I liked that it was less than 100 beds - I liked the dining room, the staff - the more we know staff more we like nursing staff, waiters, [name removed] - front desk, [name removed] - good people. Including...
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 Harrison of Wildwood is nestled near the master-planned community of The Villages in Wildwood, FL. Welcome to your new home for exceptional assisted living and memory care services. We also provide respite care for short-term stays and hold an Extended Congregate Care License, which allows...
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47 reviews
7.8
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I would rate all a 5. Mom is very happy with everything. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. My sister and myself are very happy knowing that mom is in a great place.
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 The Willows, where your retirement adventure awaits. When you visit our retirement community near The Villages in Oxford, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is...
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26 reviews
6.8
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The staff is friendly. However, the room she moved into had a broken fan in the bathroom before she moved in. We were told it would be fixed shortly, but it's been over a year and it still hasn't been fixed....
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.
Highland Place is located in the lovely town of Inverness, Florida. Inverness is in a beautiful wooded area of Florida and is known for its many festivals and celebrations held throughout the year. Highland Place is located on the east end of town just two miles west of Henderson Lake. Highland...
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6.8
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Food portions are small, but 2nds are available on most items, including desert. Featured items are often a little light on protein, and breakfast meat is only offered twice a week. Soups run from good, to...
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.
We believe that The Carriage House is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At The Carriage House, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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My family is very pleased and grateful with the place we chose for mom. It is a very clean smelling and new establishment. We do see that they offer the residents a varied menu of activities. They do...
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.
Marion Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the peaceful area of Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Our caring community offers care for residents suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's, while still providing them with the quality lifestyle they deserve. We are surrounded...
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: 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, 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.
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This community is kept immaculate. The people here have been so accommodating. The dining room has been redone and they have a nice menu. They offer numerous times to eat so mom can eat whenever she would...
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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All the staff were very kind and helped with my mom's move from home to New Horizon. The food is wonderful here. The care is very good, my mother was always clean, and looked good.
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.
New Horizon Senior Citizen Home is located in Inverness, Florida. This quaint town is filled with lush grass and trees, historic buildings, and a tranquil lake. Inverness has a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, parks, and fishing. This assisted living community will allow...
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We had a really good experience with Mission Oaks - so much better than with a previous facility our loved one was at. It's a clean friendly atmosphere with caring personnel. They're always really friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Carlson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $4,250 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,343 per month.

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

Carlson, FL
$4,250/mo
$4,176/mo

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

Carlson, FL
$4,250/mo
$4,024/mo
U.S. national average
$4,044/mo

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

$4,281/mo
Independent Living
$4,250/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,745/mo
Studio
$4,859/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,204/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,012/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Carlson over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Carlson

Recent reviews for independent living in Carlson

Ocala Senior Living

5.0
I would recommend Pacifica to others, and I have. They work hard to make sure your loved one is taken care of. My brother doesn't have long to live, and they do everything they can to keep him comfortable.

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Steeplechase Gracious Retirement in Oxford, FL

4.6
The only things that were ever an issue were mainly the quality of the food and lack of taste according to my mom. Another issue was just with the cleaning. We basically had to the floors and bathroom ourselves they were not getting them clean. My mom didn't use their towels (too heavy) and she ...
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Carlson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, 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 Carlson 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 Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.1%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.6%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlson 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 Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.6%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.6%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
57.9%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.8%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson 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 Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.6%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.6%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.6%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
57.9%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
42.1%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
46%
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American House Wildwood, AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge and The Windsor of Ocala are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carlson, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 20 independent living facilities near Carlson, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Carlson, Florida are American House Wildwood, The Windsor of Ocala and Vista Lake. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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