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The cost of independent living in Gardner is about $3,087 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 228 options.

Read 5892 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 Sebring, Avon Park and Bowling Green.

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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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Staff is friendly and appears to enjoy what they are doing. My wife bedroom and bath is large/375 sq ft In memory care. Plenty of activities and food is good.
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...
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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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We love the staff! [name removed] has been amazing during our transition for our dad! [name removed] in The Cove has been wonderful & caring. The only thing I would like to see more of is asking the...
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.
Our Chef started his career working with French Chef Gean-Georges and with famous Chef Emeril Lagasse. Since then he has spent more than 25 years working in County Club fine dining. He also is a certified Pit Master. Our residents look forward to each meal and our building always smells like home...
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Heartis is a new and very clean community. My loved ones have been in two other communities in the Sarasota/Venice area, and this is their third—they are quite hard to please. However, they are happy here at...
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.
At The Legacy of Venice, we want to help you live life to the fullest. Waterfront views and beautiful bay living are sure to make your next chapter your best one yet.Conveniently located on Tamiami Trail overlooking Roberts Bay in North Venice, Florida, The Legacy of Venice offers an elevated...
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5 across the board. It's been great! They really like my Mom and we would certainly recommend A Banyan Residence community to other families.
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.
Who Are We?A Banyan Residence Assisted Living and Memory Care is a community that is uniquely different from any other. Our concept is to stimulate the residents with our multi-sensory environment. The blending of sights, sounds, textures and aromas from our beautiful amenities such as water...
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5 on in all categories. Alderman Oaks has been great to my father. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had. The staff is great to my dad. Being...
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.
DOWNTOWN SARASOTA'S PREMIER SENIOR RENTAL RETIREMENT RESIDENCEServing Very Independent, Independent with Support, and Assisted Lifestyles!Annual, Guest, Relocation, Respite, Seasonal, and Trial StaysEASY SENIOR LIVING IN A VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOOD? A Full-Service Retirement Residence for Independent...
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It was the nicest one that we visited. The Memory Care was really top-notch. And it was close to our house, which was really key so we could visit often
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.
Do more. Live more. Find your best senior living life here.There’s a world of activities waiting to be explored at our Highlands community, and you’re just the senior to do it. Life here means a different kind of senior living, where your needs are met, your safety is taken care of 24/7, and your...
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Staff is very caring and communication is great. Best we found in the area and after seeing care, we feel we did make the best decision.
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.
Welcome to assisted living that is designed to WOW! Surrounded by farms and Lake Huntley, Balmoral Assisted Living is a community that is both serene yet urban. Nearby is an active community with plentiful opportunities for shopping, dining, historic outings, and fun excursions. Each day,...
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[name removed] is such a blessing at Ansley Parke. Her approachable manner is so enthusiastic, welcoming, compassionate, and professional. Anyone with a loved one at Ansley Parke can be assured that they are...
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.
Full Days. Full Lives. Full Hearts.You deserve the best of what life has to offer, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice the quality of life you want for the safety and security you need, especially as your health changes. At our Lakeland community, you and your loved ones will live with the peace...
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Photo of Beach Club by Sky Active Living
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It was a very clean facility even during construction. It felt like home and the staff were all so friendly. Highly recommend
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.
Desoto Beach Club provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Desoto Beach Club offers you a quiet, beautiful home nestled within Sarasota. Residents enjoy the convenience of being close to all the things that make life rich, like shopping, great dining, golfing and...
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My mom seems to enjoy it. Especially the entertainment they have brought in. I did have a concern one day I went and there was nobody at the front door and other people there as well just walked in.
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.
Welcome to Summerfield Senior Living!If you are looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you may have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible.By choosing...
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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.
The Windsor of Venice is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...
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The residents that live here. There are very active residents, some not so active, & some who don't get involved at all. But I find everyone welcoming to all who live here. This is not so in other similar...
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.
Arietta offers independent living in Sarasota, FL for adults who are ready for their next adventure in life. Much like notes on a page that guide music, Arietta (meaning melody) guides you through a life of purpose and passion. Spacious layouts and modern amenities welcome you home to a lifestyle...
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The staff are very friendly and helpful and seem to be attending to my mother in law. I would recommend them to others - the facility is renovated, neat and clean.
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.
Close-Knit, Convenient LivingThe Westminster Bradenton Manor neighborhood offers a friendly, peaceful retreat with a quiet neighborhood feel that is just moments from downtown Bradenton's amenities. Plus you're a short trip from all that Sarasota has to offer and the famous white-sand beaches on...
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Ask about nursing coverage. Is a nurse on site 24/7? Ask for a check list of services provided at each level of care and review that list with the HC point person and the potential new resident. Ask how or...
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.
HarborChase is an assisted living and memory care community located in sunny Sarasota, Sarasota County, Florida. The first thing that residents and visitors notice about this community is the beautifully landscaped grounds and pleasant architecture. HarborChase is in an established residential...
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I moved my mother from another facility because I was unhappy with the care she was getting. This location has the most caring staff. I haven’t met one uncaring person. My has dementia and is treated gently...
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.
Best Care Senior Living at Port Charlotte, we provide a warm, supportive environment for those needing assistance with daily activities while promoting independence and dignity. We offer person-centered care, including specialized support for mental health needs through our limited mental health...
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started our fourth year and it seems like yesterday! No place is perfect but I find American House staff from Corporate,management,right down to the hourly employees willing to listen with empathy, take...
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.
American House Sarasota is a premiere senior living community offering independent living and assisted living services in Sarasota Florida. Drawing people from all over the world with it's famous white sandy beaches, Sarasota boasts cultural and recreational opportunities for people of all ages,...
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We have recently moved my Mother in Law Into Adlers she couldn’t be happier.. You walk In the front door to the aroma of home cooking , The owners are hands on helping the residents with any accommodation...
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.
Alder Terrace Adult Care Center offers around the clock care for seniors seeking to maintain their independence, but who still require a little help with the necessities of life. Our mission is to provide residents with a home-like atmosphere that brings a sense of belonging, community, and...
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The current manager of the property [name removed] is very good at what she does and is a very helpful asset to the community. The staff is amazing at helping you work through issues whether they are...
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.
River Commons, a 55+ independent living community located in the heart of Port Charlotte, knows that an active lifestyle is a key factor for successful aging. That’s why so many of River Commons’ amenities are aimed at promoting this lifestyle that so many on the go adults are living. Experience...
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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.
Willow Creek offers affordable 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments tucked away in North Port Florida. Willow Creek offers many amenities such as a sparkling pool, fitness center, beauty shop, restricted access building entries, elevators, and laundry facilities on every floor. Enjoy the retirement...
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My grandmother moved in to the Summit (formerly the Sheridan) in July 2022. She lived there until her passing in March 2024 at age 94. It was her third ALF since her stroke in 2016, and it was by far the...
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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This community is very nice and very clean - they could use more help just like everyone, but all of the staff members are very nice and really try to be helpful. They are very good with the residents and we...
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.
Quality of Life is a priority at Angels Senior LivingIt’s priceless to give your loved one a nurturing and loving home environment when they are no longer able to live independently in their own home. We deeply understand the transition stage that seniors and families go through and we know it...
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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
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Solea Wellen Park is a new, resort style, 55 and up, active adult apartment community coming January 2024. Our community is a new housing option for those that are ready to live a stress free, maintenance free lifestyle, but are not ready to slow down! Live easy, where friendships and laughter...

Cost of independent living in Gardner, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gardner is $3,087 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Avon Park, FL with an average of $2,740 per month.

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

Gardner, FL
$3,087/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Gardner, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,124/mo
Independent Living
$3,087/mo

Independent living costs in Gardner, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,863/mo
Studio
$3,078/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,528/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,441/mo

Senior living costs in Gardner 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: Gardner, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGardner, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,087/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,375/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,124/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Gardner, FL:$3,087/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Gardner, FL:$4,375/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Gardner, FL:$5,124/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Gardner, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gardner 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gardner, FL$3,232/mo$3,172/mo+1.9%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Gardner, FL
2024 average cost:$3,232/mo
2023 average cost:$3,172/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Gardner

Recent reviews for independent living in Gardner

A Banyan Residence in Venice, FL

4.0
I would recommend this facility as they are caring, loving people that treat the residents like family. The place is a good fit for someone who loves the outdoor environment.

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.

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9
I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

Gardner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardner, 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 Gardner 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 Gardner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardner, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gardner 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 Gardner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardner, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.5%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardner 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 Gardner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardner, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
49.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
37.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, Grand Villa of Englewood and Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gardner, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 228 independent living facilities near Gardner, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gardner, Florida are Grand Villa of Englewood, The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch and Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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