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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Desoto Lakes, FL
The cost of independent living in Desoto Lakes is about $4,196 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 106 options. Read 1512 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.
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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.
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.
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.
Located on the Sarasota Bay near downtown. Sarasota Bay Club offers the very best that Independent Retirement Living can offer, this impressive residential enclave delivers on the highest of expectations. Its stunning waterfront surroundings and magnificent Mediterranean architecture are the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Plantation Village is an attractive gated community for seniors over 55 years of age filled with friendly and caring people. We have lived here two years, and know many who have lived here 25 years who feel...
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.
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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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, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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.
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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The care at this community is good. The staff is caring and attentive. The community is clean and offers a good environment for the residents. They offer the residents activities. We would recommend this...
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.
We are a family owned facility and opened in 1996. We built the building and I am an accessible on site owner and an LPN. Tour some corporate facilities and then ours. Our continuity, long term staff, culture and consistent improvement in all aspects of what we do has resulted in a product that...
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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, 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.
Live in the shade of excellence.81 Oaks Senior Living was created just for you. Our holistic approach to wellness and our personalized approach to assisted living and memory care means you’ll be living a life that reflects your standards, your desires and your schedule. From our Signature...
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.
Cost of independent living in Desoto Lakes, FL
The average cost of senior living in Desoto Lakes is $4,196 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seminole, FL with an average of $3,550 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desoto Lakes, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Desoto Lakes, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Desoto Lakes
Recent reviews for independent living in Desoto Lakes
Westminster Point Pleasant in Bradenton, FL
5.0
Westminster Point is the best in the area based on the total value and what you get. You get what you pay for. Room sizes and community layout are excellent. The food is excellent. The services are great.
Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL
5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.
Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton, FL
5.0
Upon moving here, Dad has been treated well. He is getting better with PT services directly onsite. They even offer speech therapy and occupational, too. We enjoy as a family, the special events such as the destination luncheon's. They've often had this performer here named [name removed] who is ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Multiple reviews mention the exceptional care and support provided by the staff at various communities. At Cypress Springs, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and well taken care of. At The Alloro at University Groves, staff members are described as warm and welcom ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Families praise the delectable meals and dining experiences at several communities. At Stone River Retirement Community, the chef prepares delicious, chef-made meals every day, and residents have the option to choose their meals in advance. At Beach Club by Sky Active Living, the three cours ...
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Active social scene. Residents enjoy a vibrant social scene at various communities, with a diverse range of activities and events to keep them engaged. At Stone River Retirement Community, there are plenty of activities to choose from, including exercise classes and jazz performances. At Sunnyside Village Retirem ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of various facilities, with particular mention of the nice amenities available to residents. At Cypress Springs, the common areas are kept clean and decorated with nice decorations. At Stone River Retirement Community, the apartments are described ...
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Attentive care and communication. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication between staff and residents, ensuring that everyone stays informed and care needs are met. At Cypress Springs, the managers are always around and help to serve meals. At Grand Villa of Sarasota, the nursing and management communicatio ...
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Pet-friendly atmosphere. Several communities offer a pet-friendly environment, allowing residents to bring their furry friends along with them. At Stone River Retirement Community, there are 23 dogs living in the community, and the facility is described as a little paradise for pets and their owners. At Beach Club by ...
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Desoto Lakes independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desoto Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desoto Lakes, 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 Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes 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
27.8%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.7%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.2%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.2%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desoto Lakes 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 Desoto Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.8%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.6%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.9%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.9%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, The Windsor of Bradenton and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated independent living facilities near Desoto Lakes, Florida. See full list of communities.
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