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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gretna, FL

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The cost of independent living in Gretna is about $3,179 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 160 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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Photo of Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore
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9.5
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36 reviews
9.5
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36 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
28%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
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Everyone has been very nice. My dad was amazed that all of the staff (even kitchen staff) knew his name. He was afraid that it would be noisy and he'd have a hard time sleeping but that has not been the...
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.
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore in Tallahassee is a community, made up of individual threads, all woven together with purpose and skill. As a skilled artist can tell an entire story by weaving those threads together, ours are people...nurses, caregivers, doctors, therapists, community leaders,...
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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115 reviews
9.5
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115 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
18%
3 star
7%
2 star
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I’ve really liked the over 3 years that a family member has lived here and recently my spouse has moved here. Good care! It’s close to home and I can visit every day. My husband has adjusted well enjoys 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.
Pacifica Senior Living Woodmont is an assisted living community located in sunny Tallahassee, Leon County, Florida. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, it is a wonderful place to enjoy. You or your loved one could spend time with other residents socializing, or visiting with family while enjoying...
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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.
Photo of Riverside Place
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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Cost of independent living in Gretna, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gretna is $3,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenwood, FL with an average of $3,128 per month.

Independent living costs in Gretna, FL, vs. nearby cities

Gretna, FL
$3,179/mo
$3,936/mo

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

Gretna, FL
$3,179/mo
$4,204/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

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

$3,994/mo
Independent Living
$3,179/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,800/mo
Studio
$4,303/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,878/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,700/mo

Senior living costs in Gretna 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: Gretna, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGretna, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,179/mo$4,204/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$3,729/mo$4,086/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$3,994/mo$4,532/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Gretna, FL:$3,179/mo
Florida:$4,204/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Gretna, FL:$3,729/mo
Florida:$4,086/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Gretna, FL:$3,994/mo
Florida:$4,532/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Gretna

Recent reviews for independent living in Gretna

Woodmont Senior Living in Tallahassee, FL

4.8
[name removed] shows empathy and compassion on a daily scale. My father talks about her per each conversation and at each facility visit. We are so glad to have someone that’s models great character and a willingness to help this ALF community. Our family is so grateful for her. Thanks, ...
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Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore in Tallahassee, FL

3.9
Food is/was excellent. Not enough and varied activities; staff was just fine.

Gretna independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gretna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gretna, 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 Gretna 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 Gretna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gretna, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gretna 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 Gretna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gretna, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gretna 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 Gretna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gretna, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore, Woodmont Senior Living and Bell Road Human Services are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gretna, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Gretna, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Gretna, Florida is Woodmont Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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