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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Hero, FL
The cost of independent living in Hero is about $3,486 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 75 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Jacksonville, Fernandina Beach and St. Marys.
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New facility. Young energetic staff. Apartments have plenty of room. My parents are in memory care, so it's not so much about the amenities. Everything is taken care of: meds, meals, PT, laundry.
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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I would recommend to others. My tour experience was very good as I was shown all the bedrooms and private bath rooms and large closet. Then the kitchen, music and game room. Also, if Televisions could also...
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 Jane Adams house is an assisted living community located in Fernandina, Nassau County, Florida on Amelia Island only a few blocks from the Atlantic Ocean and just around the corner from the Baptist Medical Center Nassau. The craftsman style architecture offers residents a nice front porch to...
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1 very good 2 also very good 3 good - they become like family 4 food is good almost always 6 not much activity but [name removed] is usually up and out of her room 7 about as good as can be
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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33 Floor plans available
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I would say 5 for all. We wished she could have stayed longer but she needed different care. We chose Savannah Grand of Amelia Island because the location was best and our family lived close by. And cost...
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.
Savannah Grand, offering gracious retirement assisted living is located in Fernandina Beach, Florida on Amelia Island. The assisted living and memory care community is nestled amongst large old oak trees just off of Sadler Road and is only one block from the sandy white beaches well known to the...
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Extraordinary response to the Hurricane challenges, including evacuation of the whole facility to a destination 7 hours away. The precision of the whole operation was exceptional but what was most touching...
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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This is a very nice community. The facility itself is very clean and well kept looking, and the layout makes it easy to get around. The staff are friendly and professional, and do a great job providing care...
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.
Historic St. Marys blends the beauty of the waterfront and the charm of a friendly southern town. Nestled on the edge of the Crooked River marshes, Magnolia Manor offers serene independent and assisted living options. St. Marys is a natural haven for retirees - the gateway to Cumberland Island,...
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We have recently moved mom into Coastal Senior Living and she is delighted to be with such warm and friendly people. The staff is very attentive to her needs and the place is extremely clean. We can see...
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.
Coastal Assisted Living of St. Marys is located in historic St. Marys, Georgia. A quaint, serene and friendly town where one can experience the beauty of the waterfront and a village blending charm and southern hospitality. Only 10 minutes from the submarine base of Kings Bay and 30...
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 Hero, FL
The average cost of senior living in Hero is $3,486 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Italia, FL with an average of $3,368 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hero, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Hero, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Hero
Recent reviews for independent living in Hero
Brookdale Avondale in Jacksonville, FL
4.8
The community is very welcoming. The regular staff who have been there since mom moved in, know us all by name, so it feels very engaging.
Like everywhere right now, there is increased staff turnover, luckily Mom does not have memory issues, thus she picks up names of new people quite quickly. ...
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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.
Dayspring Senior Living in Hilliard, FL
4.8
Our experience with Dayspring Senior Living was very good, however it was short-lived as our loved one was only there for a couple of weeks.
Hero independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hero independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hero, 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 Hero 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 Hero partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hero, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hero 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 Hero communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hero, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hero 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 Hero offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hero, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Avondale, The Fountains at Mill Cove and Canopy of Duval Station are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hero, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Hero, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Hero, Florida is Brookdale Avondale. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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