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The cost of independent living in Goodbys is about $4,255 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 1360 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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It's absolutely great! I think it's the best that I have every seen for someone in a situation like my mother-in-law where she just has social security. The other people that live there, some have been there...
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.
Florida Christian Apartments Florida Christian Apartments is a senior housing nestled in Murray Hill, located in Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida which is home to NFL team the Jacksonville Jaguars. Museums, restaurants, shopping opportunities, medical facilities and more are all in close...
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Short term stay until my mother permanent residence was ready. The Addison family has been absolutely wonderful in providing wonderful care and love to my mother. It has been a wonderful experience and I...
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, 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.
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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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.
Nestles among the homes, parks and business of Jacksonville's south side, Mount Carmel Gardens offers affordable, independent senior living for those 62 and over. Some of the amenities available in our newly renovated community include: Smoke-Free Building Library and Computer Room with...
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My mother in law is doing great at Astoria. The staff have been very nice. They keep the community well taken care of. They have plenty of things to do during the day including play bingo. The food is...
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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.
At Astoria Assisted Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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
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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: 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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.
Autumn Village is an assisted living community located at the base of Milton, outside Fife. We are surrounded by lavish landscaping and mature trees that will make you feel peaceful. There are also restaurants, shopping malls and freeway access nearby. Milton is a great place to visit or even...
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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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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.
Everyone has unique needs, wants, and expectations for their life. Especially as you age, your needs might be vastly different from what you needed when you were younger and raising a family or focusing on growing your career. Upside is deliberately designed to be a dynamic alternative to...
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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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Noble house on San Juan Jacksonville is Absolutely awesome , my great auntie is a resident there, and she just turn 100 years old, and they give my family assess of the whole entire facility they allowed us...
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 located in the wonderful and very pretty area of Jacksonville, Florida, and we at San Juan Retirement Home are proud to offer the best when it comes to real quality health care, as well as really joyous, happy, healthy, and very positive environment and community. We know that we will...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Goodbys, FL

The average cost of senior living in Goodbys is $4,255 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Starke, FL with an average of $3,459 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Goodbys, FL vs. nearby cities

Goodbys, FL
$4,255/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Goodbys, FL vs. the state and national average

Goodbys, FL
$4,255/mo
$4,032/mo
U.S. national average
$4,050/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Goodbys vs. other types of senior living

$4,690/mo
Independent Living
$4,255/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Goodbys, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,009/mo
Studio
$4,630/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,766/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,642/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,875/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Goodbys over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Goodbys

Recent reviews for independent living in Goodbys

Anthem Lakes in Atlantic Beach, FL

4.7
It is a lovely community with good sized rooms. It is a nice place with well cared for grounds. The fees were a little more than we expected. Anthem Lakes is a community that is on the newer side and has been around for about 5 years.

Starling at San Jose in Jacksonville, FL

4.6
Overall, our experience has been good here at this facility. We're having a few difficulties at the present time, but we are working through them. The food is very good and includes a great variety. The staff is very cooperative. They've had some staff turnover, including the head nurse. A lot ...
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Bartram Lakes Assisted Living and The Green House in Jacksonville, FL

3.9
We chose Bartram Lakes and The Green House because of the size of the facility, it is smaller and I felt like he would get more personalized care. There were only 11 people here in memory care. He was not here very long, but based off of our experience I would recommend this facility to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, including Camellia at Deerwood, HarborChase of Mandarin, and Windsor Pointe. Residents appreciate the care and consideration shown by staff members, as well as their responsiveness to requests and c ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Activities are a key component of many residents' experiences, with communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Brookdale Southside, and Windsor Pointe offering a range of options to keep residents engaged and entertained. From exercise classes and cultural events to ou ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Cleanliness and upkeep are important considerations for many seniors, and communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Wyndham Lakes, and Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC are praised for their well-maintained facilities, both inside and out. Gardens, walking t ...
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Comfortable and spacious apartments. Reviews consistently mention the importance of having a comfortable living space. At communities like Camellia at Deerwood, Augustine Landing, and Windsor Pointe, residents find their apartments to be roomy, well-appointed, and suitable for their needs. Some even mention the convenience of ...
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Accessible and convenient location. Location is a significant factor for many seniors, and communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Brookdale Southside, and Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC are praised for their convenient access to shopping, medical services, and other amenities. Public tra ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Residents often cite the importance of high-quality meals, and communities like Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, Augustine Landing, and Windsor Pointe are noted for their tasty and nutritious offerings. Chefs and dining staff go the extra mile to accommodate individual prefer ...
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Goodbys independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goodbys independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goodbys, 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 Goodbys 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 Goodbys 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
42.2%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.1%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.9%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Goodbys 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 Goodbys communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.1%
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goodbys 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 Goodbys offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.9%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.2%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.8%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.1%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
51.1%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, The Addison of St. Johns and Brookdale Orange Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Goodbys, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 47 independent living facilities near Goodbys, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Goodbys, Florida are Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, Brookdale Orange Park and Windsor Pointe. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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