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The cost of independent living in Hen Scratch is about $3,024 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 118 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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Last Updated: 3/12/25
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Photo of Southern Life of Lake Placid
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8.2
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This facility provides a clean and welcoming environment for my mother in law, complemented by a friendly and helpful staff that delivers comprehensive care to residents and keeps them engaged through...
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.
For good days and challenging days, there is always Life Enrichment.When you entrust our team to treat or care for you or your loved one, you can feel confident that we’re striving to elevate life each day. To encourage a positive attitude and to keep residents active and engaged, we have a mix...
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All of the people here are very caring and kind. The director of nursing, [name removed] is very dedicated to the residents, she goes above and beyond and has made my stay so much better. She helped me...
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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Most importantly, [name removed]is very happy at Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson & has adjusted very well. The staff is very kind to her & helps her with meds, showers. An area Lakeshore can improve is...
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.
Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson is Sebring’s newest Independent and Assisted Living Community, located along the shores of beautiful Lake Jackson in Sebring, Florida.Our community opened on December 28, 2020Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson is a 4 story Independent and Assisted Living Community...
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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 The Palms at Sebring
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Hen Scratch, FL

The average cost of senior living in Hen Scratch is $3,024 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $2,456 per month.

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

Hen Scratch, FL
$3,024/mo
$2,539/mo

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

Hen Scratch, FL
$3,024/mo
$4,061/mo
U.S. national average
$4,072/mo

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

$3,497/mo
Independent Living
$3,024/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,500/mo
Studio
$3,119/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,113/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,267/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hen Scratch over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Hen Scratch

Recent reviews for independent living in Hen Scratch

Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living in Sebring, FL

5.0
We walked in having to make a hard decision on where to make my mom happy . [name removed] greeted us and the rest was history . My mom is moving in this month . [name removed] was kind compassionate and understood all my worries and concerns on leaving my 89 year old mom . [name removed] and ...
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Arcadia Oaks Assisted Living

5.0
My mother has been at Arcadia Oaks assisted-living for almost 4 years now. This is her home and she’s happy living there. It is a place that sincerely cares for every single person. [name removed]. The manager goes beyond & above to make sure everyone is well taken care of, including to keep ...
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Southern Life of Lake Placid

4.4
Nice place.Not real big so i think it's more homey than some.Everyone is very friendly and helpful.The staff act like they really care about the residents and their needs. The staff goes out of their way to help make everything ok.

Hen Scratch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hen Scratch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hen Scratch, 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 Hen Scratch 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 Hen Scratch 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
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hen Scratch 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 Hen Scratch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hen Scratch, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hen Scratch 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 Hen Scratch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.2%
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