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The cost of independent living in Elwood Park is about $4,232 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 73 options. Read 1355 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: 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.
This stunning assisted living community is located in the relaxing, blissful Bradenton, Florida. It is located on four acres that will make your loved one feel like they are in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the wildlife, fountain and pond located near the community, residents...
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Our mother moved to MRALF eight months ago and is thriving in this environment. The staff is caring, supportive and she is treated with respect! Mom loves the food, has made friends and we are so pleased...
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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Staff is usually quite attentive to my aunt. The PA, [name removed], and the nursing staff is very good with her and ensure our directions are followed. The lady at the desk keeps an eye out for her as well...
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.
Squeeze More Life Into Your Senior LivingFor our assisted living residents, life might never have been sweeter, as they have an almost endless onslaught of rewarding activities available every day. Tuesday hymn sings for our crooners, Wednesday Words With Friends for our word lovers, or Monday...
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We chose Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay because they have 24 hour nursing which was very important for us. There is not someone just on call - they are present in the building at all times. The facility...
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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They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly facility.
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.
DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community is all about Living the Life and what better place to do just that than in the quaint, metropolitan city of Sarasota, Florida. DeSoto Palm's mediterranean style compliments the tropical living of Sarasota and is located just 10 miles from the beautiful white...
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I like the care that my mom is getting from this caring community. The staff have been very attentive to her needs and always make sure that is able to be with the other residents during the activities. We...
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.
Cabot Reserve on the Green is a free standing assisted living community licensed for 60 residents and has been open since 1999. The community is part of Family Extended Care, a not for profit organization, with five communities in Florida and one in Georgia. Residents enjoy the serenity of...
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I am [name removed] RN CRNA for 40 years. Beneva welcomed me in the continum of health care from SMH for lsepsis LT leg fracture & ORIF during Hurricane Michael. [name removed] DPE- Director Patient...
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.
Aspire at Beneva offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting...
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I am extremely happy here. I have a wonderful room with a great view. The food has been phenomenal and I don't have any complaints.
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.
Woodlands Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on fourteen acres of sprawling, landscaped grounds, you'll love our stunning, shady park and comfortable facilities. With numerous beaches, shops, golf courses and museums nearby, residents always...
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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.
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Photo of Palm Lake Estates Condominium
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: 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.
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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.
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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, 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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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
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: 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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Elwood Park, FL

The average cost of senior living in Elwood Park is $4,232 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seminole, FL with an average of $3,827 per month.

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, FL, vs. nearby cities

Elwood Park, FL
$4,232/mo
$4,192/mo
$4,145/mo

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

Elwood Park, FL
$4,232/mo
$4,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,448/mo
Independent Living
$4,232/mo

Independent living costs in Elwood Park, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,296/mo
Studio
$4,212/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,694/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,850/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,004/mo

Senior living costs in Elwood Park 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: Elwood Park, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElwood Park, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,232/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,304/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,448/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Elwood Park, FL:$4,232/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Elwood Park, FL:$4,304/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Elwood Park, FL:$4,448/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Elwood Park, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Elwood Park 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elwood Park, FL$3,560/mo$3,290/mo+8.2%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Elwood Park, FL
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,290/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Elwood Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Elwood Park

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.

Freedom Plaza, a CCRC in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
Pristine grounds, commendable housekeeping, reliable medical transportation, local shopping trips, on & off site activities, pickle ball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard, golf, nature trails, fitness director, delicious food in seven locations, 24/7 EMT, golf course views, competent maintenance, in ...
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The Villas of Holly Brook Bradenton Cove

5.0
It is small, 24 assisted living and 24 memory care units. My mom is known by all of the aides, the managers, the chef, the maintenance supervisor, the therapy group. The director is caring and kind, not only to my mom but to our family. My mom's friends have commented on how nice it is at ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as at Cypress Springs and Stone River Retirement Community, where they call residents by name and provide excellent support to both residents and their families.
Variety of engaging activities. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at communities, including movie nights, exercise classes, and social events, that help residents stay active and engaged in their new homes at Stone River Retirement Community, Beach Club by Sky Active Living, and Water's Edge of Braden ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Residents and their families frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, as well as personal living spaces, at communities like Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and Grand Villa of Sarasota.
Access to nutritious meals. Community dining experiences are a major factor in overall resident satisfaction, with praise for the quality and selection of meals at Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and The Alloro at University Groves.
Supportive living arrangements. Several families express appreciation for the accommodating nature of communities, like Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and Woodlands Village, to cater to their loved ones' individual needs as they transition into retirement living.
Communication between staff and families. Clear communication between communities and families is important to ensure residents' needs are being met. Families at Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and The Alloro at University Groves share their positive experiences with responsive and helpful staff.
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Elwood Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwood Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwood Park, 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 Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park 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
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elwood Park, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
39.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Villa of Sarasota, Stone River Retirement Community and Élan Manatee Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elwood Park, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 73 independent living facilities near Elwood Park, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Elwood Park, Florida are Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Sarasota and Stone River Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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