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The cost of independent living in Driftwood Acres is about $3,967 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 108 options. Read 592 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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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.
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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.
Inn on the Park is located in prestigious Victoria Park, a quiet residential area surrounded by multi million dollars homes.  Private and semi-private accomodations are available in this 11 bedrooms/8 bathrooms bungalow emulating a quaint/homey ambience instead of institutionalized...
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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.
St. Joseph Residence offers seniors of all faiths the independence they deserve with added attention they may need. Charmingly decorated and fully furnished apartments with private suites or private bedrooms with shared bathrooms. Each has an emergency call system and individual climate control....
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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
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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.
Good Hope Manor is an assisted living community featuring a country-like setting in the middle of Oakland Park, Florida. Florida is known for its sunny days and warm weather allowing residents to spend a lot of their time enjoying the outdoors. The landscaped patio creates a safe haven for...
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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.
Golden Sands Retirement Homes is an assisted living community located just outside scenic Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Cool ocean breezes mix delicately with warm sunshine and sand to make this area one of the most beautiful in all the world. Winter or summer, tropical fruit trees and palms rustle...
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Cost of independent living in Driftwood Acres, FL

The average cost of senior living in Driftwood Acres is $3,967 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aventura, FL with an average of $3,907 per month.

Independent living costs in Driftwood Acres, FL, vs. nearby cities

Driftwood Acres, FL
$3,967/mo
$3,934/mo
$3,959/mo

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

Driftwood Acres, FL
$3,967/mo
$4,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Driftwood Acres, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,291/mo
Independent Living
$3,967/mo

Independent living costs in Driftwood Acres, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,538/mo
Studio
$5,632/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,953/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,645/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,500/mo

Senior living costs in Driftwood Acres 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: Driftwood Acres, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDriftwood Acres, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,967/mo$4,197/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,406/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,291/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Driftwood Acres, FL:$3,967/mo
Florida:$4,197/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Driftwood Acres, FL:$3,406/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Driftwood Acres, FL:$4,291/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Driftwood Acres, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Driftwood Acres 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 median 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
Driftwood Acres, FL$3,709/mo$3,553/mo+4.4%
Florida$3,250/mo$2,979/mo+9.1%
National$3,151/mo$2,953/mo+6.7%
Driftwood Acres, FL
2024 average cost:$3,709/mo
2023 average cost:$3,553/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,250/mo
2023 average cost:$2,979/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,151/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Driftwood Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Driftwood Acres

Courtyard Plaza ALF in North Miami, FL

5.0
We have had no complaints at all. They always send me pictures of her doing activities and they say she is very active. The staff are very good communication, they are always updating me and sending pictures of different things. I would recommend Courtyard Plaza and already have.

The Palace at Coral Gables

5.0
The Palace in Coral Gables is an excellent place to live. My mother has been there for five years. She just celebrated her 100th birthday and the Palace gave her a party that was the “best night of her life”. [Name removed], [name removed], [name removed] made all the arrangements to ensure it ...
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Colonial at Fort Lauderdale in Lauderhill, FL

5.0
We chose this facility because i felt it was a homey place, it did not feel cold and institutionalized. My favorite part about this facility is the people there. The workers are very outgoing and will help in anyway they can. My mom has no complaints about the food, I have never eaten there ...
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Driftwood Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Driftwood Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Driftwood Acres, 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 Driftwood Acres 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 Driftwood Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Driftwood Acres, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Driftwood Acres 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 Driftwood Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Driftwood Acres, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Driftwood Acres 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 Driftwood Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.5%
46.4%
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