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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Carlson, FL

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The cost of independent living in Carlson is about $4,322 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 171 options.

Read 4303 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as The Villages, Leesburg and Wildwood.

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Photo of The Springs of Lady Lake Assisted Living
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They are timely, and they have gone out of their way to try to help us. We haven't had any issues, and they have worked to make it a good experience and provide good care. They seem to have a lot of...
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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#1 thing we love about this place is that they have nurses! Not CNA’s that have taken a few day course, actual nurses that have been taught to care for my dad. Food is Not all that great, but has gotten...
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.
Step into the unexpected at Élan Spanish Springs. More like an urban lodge or boutique hotel than a traditional senior living space, we offer a community that is stunning but casual — elegant yet comfortable. All of our residents enjoy a distinctive lifestyle of exceptional individualized care,...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brentwood Retirement Community and the experience has been very good overall. The cleanliness and friendliness are very good! The staff, quality of care, meals and...
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.
Brentwood is an assisted living community tucked away cozily between Beverly Hills and Citrus Hills, Florida. The calm, tree-lined community is perched close to major shopping centers, health centers and a lush golf course, providing a variety of recreational options to visiting families....
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My mother has recently made the move into this community and so far we are very happy with how things are going for her. The facility is brand new and I like that there is a fresh smell throughout 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.
We welcome you to Rosecastle of Citrus Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lecanto, Florida. Our nurturing and care-free community rests on 15 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and rolling hills in the center of Citrus County, convenient to numerous medical facilities and only minutes from...
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The Mayfield Retirement Center feels welcoming and homey. Everyone from the Administrator to the cleaners are concerned about each and every resident. The interactions between people who work there and...
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.
Mayfield Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Leesburg, Florida. We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of those in Leesburg and the surrounding area. Located off Rt. 460, we offer convenient access to the surrounding community, modern amenities, and...
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The staff is extremely kind and caring, From the moment we visited they have been upfront about anything that we questioned. The residents are cared for according to their needs. Everyone is treated as a...
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 Bridge at Ocala, Florida, offers an abundant lifestyle for seniors looking for a dynamic assisted living community to call home.Professional and caring associates provide a full range of services and amenities including personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, nutritious...
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I really liked sugar mill. Staff was great. Place was always clean...unfortunately they did have to evict my dad. He has gotten beyond their scope of care. Thy did recommend a new place that can handle him....
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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5 on all areas. Sometimes not always thrilled with the food, but that is the case at most facilities. The staff always seemed friendly and helpful. Sometimes at night hard to get ahold of someone on the...
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.
Hampton Manor at Deerwood is an assisted living community in southeast Ocala. This exquisite building boasts 34,000 square feet, containing 43 elegant apartments. The property features plantation-style architecture, as well as beautifully appointed rooms and common areas, creating a warm, yet...
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I was impressed by the facility and staff willingness to go the "extra mile" and the friendliness of the residents. my spouse enjoys the environment and seems to enjoy her new home.
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.
A caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle. You’ll find it all at Spring Oaks. Located close to shopping and local attractions – and less than two hours from Orlando – we provide carefree living and an exciting lifestyle in an environment that allows for...
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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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Photo of Eustis Senior Care
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the staff was incredible but the cleanliness not so much. However, I would recommend this community to other families especially those who are lower income
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.
Eustis Senior Care lies quietly in the small community of beautiful Eustis, Florida. Just a few streets away from the glistening waters of Lake Eustis, warm Florida sunshine and a gentle breeze over the lake help make Eustis Senior Care a tropical lifestyle to sooth the soul. Eustis is known to...
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All of the staff that we met were kind, helpful and accommodating. There are lots of fun activities monthly and they have a Facebook page so you can see your loved one participating in the activities.
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.
Home isn't defined by four walls—it's defined by the people who fill it with kindness, laughter, and genuine care. At Elevated Estates of Spring Hill, every resident is known by name, celebrated for who they are, and embraced as part of our family. With just 11 residents in each home, meaningful...
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My husband has only been in memory unit for a month but I am happy with them so far. They have several entertainment groups that appeal both to assisted living and the memory center so they combine some...
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House of Clermont the most desired in the...
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I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful Rosecastle has been for my mom. She has a loving and nurturing environment, and has wonderful care from the staff. She loves the staff and I enjoy watching her...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Rosecastle of Zephyrhills! We are delighted to have the opportunity to offer such a lovely home to the residents of Hillsborough and Pasco County. Located just minutes away from several hospitals, Florida Medical Clinic, and numerous shopping and entertainment...
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I love living at Golden Pond, I’ve been here almost 3 years. My Mother is here she is 96 and she thanks God every night for the Pond since 2014. My Sister-In Law’s Mother lives here since 2015. It is home...
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.
Golden Pond Communities opened it's doors to the Community in 1999. Additional building was required to meet the needs of the community in 2003. The Executive Director and the Community Relations Director have been at the community working together for ten plus years. Continuity of care is very...
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I am excited about my stay here. [name removed] have been more then attentive and professional. He is always eager to assist in whatever needs the occupant may have. Sometimes I feel like a pest but [name...
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.
Coming Summer 2021! Life just keeps getting better, doesn't it? And Overture Hamlin is the perfect place to live it. A welcoming active adult community filled with intriguing people and countless ways to get to spend your time. A gorgeous apartment home, with resort-inspired amenities and...
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We are now happy that she is in a good community for care. We like the staff who are caring and friendly. The staff is always available as needed. The menu is really very good and I like knowing that she is...
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.
Wellsprings Residence is an Assisted Living Facility serving the Orlando Metropolitan Area. The facility has been established in 1991 and is since 2013 family owned and operated. Please call to schedule an appointment to visit our beautiful community, meet our friendly staff and chat with our...
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I’m a current resident here and I have to tell you this place makes me feel like I’m home. The food is excellent and they do all they can to assist you and make you feel at home.in my opinion I made the...
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.
Get the best-assisted living space for your seniors or for any member who is disabled and needs someone to look after daily life chores. We provide our community with the highest standard of services to help build them strong and independent. We bring for our people:
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My mom was a resident there for 2-3 years. Her care was outstanding. She was even permitted to have her cat! The owners are first class and demand excellence from all of their employees. I have...
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.
Jennifer Gardens is an assisted living residence located near Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park in Port Richey, Florida. This tropical paradise enjoys warm breezes off the Gulf of Mexico 365 days a year. The suburban setting is quiet, yet offers a wide variety of shopping, entertainment, and...
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Green Tree Assisted Living Facility is a friendly place for our elders to live and have a wonderful experience! The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and really care about their residents! ...
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.
Green Tree ALF is an assisted living community located in the city of Orlando, Florida in the county of Brevard. Over half a dozen nearby lakes are all within walking distance of this assisted living community, offering excellent places for seniors to take long walks, enjoy a mid day picnic, or...
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Overall I think it is a great facility!! It's becoming more expensive so my parents will have to move soon. The staff is kind and respectful. If there is a problem they sit and discuss and try to solve. I...
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.
Welcome to Discovery Village At Tampa Palms, a world-class senior living community in Tampa, Florida that is elevating senior living to a new standard.Our stylish community offers three distinct lifestyle options, starting with supervised independent living, and progressing to assisted living and...
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My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with Suncoast Retreat. They didn't require any kind of fees or deposits for our loved one to move in. Suncoast was willing to work with my pay schedule to...
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.
Suncoast Retreat is a single story, 58 bed facility with an ECC (Extended Congregate Care) license as well as a LMH (Limited Mental Health) license. Both of these additions to the standard license mean more staff training and greater flexibility as to the variety of resident needs that can be...
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This is a more upscale and more independent living. The meals were lovely and the residents looked like they need a little bit of assistance. The price was very good for my parents.
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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Oakmont Village of Lake Mary is an awesome place! Five out of five stars. they have a large staff which is continuously taking care of my mother.
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 Cordova at Oakmonte Village is a luxury assisted living community located in Lake Mary, Florida, in Seminole County. Placed in a beautiful, 25-acre setting, the Cordova apartments are customized to meet the needs of residents who need memory care, and the property is secured to protect the...
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They were extraordinarily supportive in helping get our loved one through the paperwork process, and in working with her as far as budget as well as move-in date. They were very accommodating, which was...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Overture Dr. Phillips, a place to rediscover yourself in the comfort of your own 55+ active adult apartment home. We’ve thoughtfully designed your community to reflect all the charm and allure of its surrounding areas, with beautifully crafted residences and resort-inspired amenities...

Cost of independent living in Carlson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $4,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clermont, FL with an average of $3,213 per month.

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

Carlson, FL
$4,322/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,566/mo
Independent Living
$4,322/mo

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

Studio
$3,620/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,338/mo

Senior living costs in Carlson 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: Carlson, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlson, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,322/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,571/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,566/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Carlson, FL:$4,322/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Carlson, FL:$5,571/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Carlson, FL:$5,566/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Carlson, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carlson 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 average 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
Carlson, FL$4,017/mo$3,882/mo+3.5%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Carlson, FL
2024 average cost:$4,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,882/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,449/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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 Carlson

Recent reviews for independent living in Carlson

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.

Grand Living Park at Lake Mary

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

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.
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32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.3%
11.7%
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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
42.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.8%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
42.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.8%
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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
55%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
42.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.5%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.1%
47.6%
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