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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cocoa West, FL

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The cost of independent living in Cocoa West is about $4,192 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 166 options.

Read 3880 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 Melbourne, Viera and Cocoa Beach.

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When I first visited my parents were in another facility we were not happy with. My 16 yo daughter and I dropped by un-announced and were met by a great staff. [name removed] showed us around and introduced...
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.
Gracious Age is an assisted living community located in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida. Sanford, which sits on the southern shore of Lake Monroe, is known as the 'Historic Waterfront Gateway City.' Evidence of the city's rich history is seen everywhere, from the Historic Sanford Memorial...
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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.
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This care from this community is excellent. The staff is caring and attentive. We like the menu and my mom is happy with the variety. They offer a lot of activities for the residents and my mom enjoys...
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.
Pelican Garden is an assisted living community located in the beautiful Florida town of Sebastian, Indian River County, about 15 miles north of Vero Beach, in an area known as the Treasure Coast. Our community is named after the Pelican Island Wildlife Refuge located just across the Indian River....
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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.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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My sister [name removed] been there for years and they treated her with dignity and respect. [name removed] is happy and I am very grateful with the care that [name removed] and the staff been giving to all...
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: 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.
The Valencia at Oakmonte Village is located in Lake Mary, FL. This independent living community provides seniors with the opportunity to call a great location their home. Lake Mary is a part of Seminole County, and it offers much natural beauty. Those who spend time in Lake Mary have the...
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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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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: 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.
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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: 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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Nestled among tall oak trees in one of Apopka's finest neighborhoods is the retirement community of Atria Wekiwa Springs. Our beautifully landscaped grounds feature a courtyard and a gazebo that overlooks Lake Cortez. It's a country setting that's just minutes from all of Orlando's attractions...
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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: 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.
Photo of The Roberson
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Cocoa West, FL

The average cost of senior living in Cocoa West is $4,192 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sebastian, FL with an average of $3,420 per month.

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

Cocoa West, FL
$4,192/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Cocoa West, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,371/mo
Independent Living
$4,192/mo

Independent living costs in Cocoa West, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,844/mo
Studio
$3,834/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,996/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,820/mo

Senior living costs in Cocoa West 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: Cocoa West, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCocoa West, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,192/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,658/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,371/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Cocoa West, FL:$4,192/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Cocoa West, FL:$4,658/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Cocoa West, FL:$5,371/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Cocoa West, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cocoa West 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
Cocoa West, FL$3,969/mo$3,713/mo+6.9%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Cocoa West, FL
2024 average cost:$3,969/mo
2023 average cost:$3,713/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Cocoa West

Recent reviews for independent living in Cocoa West

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.

Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL

5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.

Overture Dr. Phillips 55+ Apartment Homes in Orlando, FL

4.9
The community is well run and safe, this is a healthy environment, and it's just like a family and we take care of each other. They have a heated pool for exercise and are trying to keep going with social distancing activities. I would recommend this community to others

Cocoa West independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cocoa West independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cocoa West, 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 Cocoa West 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 Cocoa West 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
33.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cocoa West 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 Cocoa West communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
42.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cocoa West 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 Cocoa West offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
53.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
39.8%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Addison of Narcoossee, The Addison of Oviedo and Grand Villa of Palm Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cocoa West, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 166 independent living facilities near Cocoa West, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cocoa West, Florida are Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living, Sancerre at Orange City and Windsor at Celebration. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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