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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Childs, FL
The cost of independent living in Childs is about $3,087 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 55 options. Read 637 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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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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.
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...
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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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.
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.
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It's been going well, so far. I am still getting moved in so I haven't had a chance to really check everything out. It's a clean place though, and the staff is friendly. Everything is nice, and I like it so...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tucked away in the charming West Florida city of Punta Gorda, a new community in the Deep Creek neighborhood offers seniors age 55 and better a new standard in independent living. Charlotte Crossing is unique blend of one and two bedroom residences that offer modern conveniences, smart...
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This is a stunning community. The staff were nice and friendly. Mom liked living here, however they are not a locked community so she was not able to stay here. ThIs is a big community that offers...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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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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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I heard a lot of bad reviews about Vick Street Manor. This is my mother's fourth assisted living facility. In the past, communities would make her go to bed at 8, get up at 7, she was expected to sit in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Vick Street Manor seeks to provide a comfortable assisted living community to those who are in need of memory care in Port Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida. This community looks out for the needs of its residents, and it offers a great location. The city of Port Charlotte has much to offer to...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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: 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.
Cost of independent living in Childs, FL
The average cost of senior living in Childs is $3,087 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $2,189 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Childs, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Childs, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Childs
Recent reviews for independent living in Childs
Lehigh Acres Assisted Living
4.3
They have a lot of activities, such as; bingo, sing-along, church services, puzzles, and games. They try to keep the residents busy. It's so expensive, but my loved one has total care. We picked this community. because it was recommended, I got good vibes after visiting. It's very clean, nice, ...
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South Port Square, a CCRC in Port Charlotte, FL
5.0
South Port Square has been excellent. My mom is very pleased with service and quality.
The interview process and financial assessment was very informative in making this decision.
I would highly recommend South Port Square.
Vick Street Manor in Port Charlotte, FL
5.0
My friend was only in this community for about 9 days. During this short period of time, they were very nice to her. For a person that has limited income, it's perfect. It's an older facility and is run by donation. The place is clean and the care is top notch. I have high praise for this place. ...
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Childs independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Childs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Childs, 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 Childs 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 Childs 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
19.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.4%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Childs 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 Childs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Childs, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Childs 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 Childs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living and South Port Square, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Childs, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 55 independent living facilities near Childs, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Childs, Florida are Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living and South Port Square, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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