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The cost of independent living in Howey In The Hills is about $4,310 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 22 options. Read 378 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 Brookdale Lake Tavares
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
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67 reviews
9.6
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67 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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The facility is nice, very clean. The staff treat the residents like family. The rooms are big. Separate bedrooms from living areas and I small kitchen area. There are a variety of activities every day, from...
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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89 reviews
9.5
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89 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
19%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
1 star
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I have been here for a couple years now. This is the best place I have lived in. I would never go back to where I was. I can do all the activities, the food is great and tasty. The lady that takes your...
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.
Vista Lakes offers assisted living options for seniors in Leesburg, Florida in our intimate single story building.Stroll through our lush courtyard garden, watch your favorite movie in our TV room or enjoy a book by the fireplace. At Vista Lakes there is something for everyone to enjoy. We offer...
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Photo of Holiday Lake Ridge Village
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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72 reviews
9.3
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72 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
36%
3 star
11%
2 star
10%
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The people who work here are very nice. I’m not too fussy about most things, and I can put up with a lot. The food is fine, but sometimes the glassware and silverware are not really clean. I worked in a...
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.
Lake Ridge Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on five acres of stunningly landscaped woods, Lake Ridge Village lies in the heart of Lake County, 'Florida's Natural Playground.' You'll be just steps away from all the shops and dining of Eustis...
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Photo of Brookdale Tavares
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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34 reviews
8.9
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34 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
47%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
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3%
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My sister in law had a number of falling experiences over several years that required hospitalization & rehab. She was also in the early years of Dementia and her husband had passed away 5 years earlier. She...
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.
Our assisted living community features an excellent location in Tavares, Fla., known for its famed seaplane base and marina on Lake Dora. Our campus is located in a quiet neighborhood a short drive from downtown Tavares with its quaint local cafes and shops.You’ll find other seniors to bond with...
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Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.7
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30 reviews
8.7
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30 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
30%
3 star
10%
2 star
10%
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We went to our first visit just to have something to compare with facilities closer to me, but the staff was so warm and inviting. The residents were gathering downstairs for bingo and they were 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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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10 reviews
8.5
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10 reviews
5 star
80%
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20%
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We visited three retirement communities for my mother and nothing compared to Lake Port Square. The facilities are amazing and the staff could not be more accommodating. Even after you move in the staff is...
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.
At Lake Port Square a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our...
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Photo of The Cove at Tavares Village
1313 Photos available
8.0
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36 reviews
8.0
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36 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
36%
3 star
8%
2 star
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The location of The Cove at Tavares Village is wonderful. It is also close to me. I would highly recommend this facility to anybody looking for assisted living for a loved one.
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.
Less than a mile from Lake Harris in beautiful Tavares FL exists a leisurely life at The Cove at Tavares Village. About 25 miles northwest of Orlando, you will find a group of senior citizens who wake up each morning greeted by sunshine and secure in the knowledge their lives are comfortable in...
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1111 Photos available
3.0
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28 reviews
3.0
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28 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
21%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
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We had a great first impression with the Osprey Lodge - the community itself is just really pretty and it is always very clean, that stood out to us right away. The staff members and quality of care has been...
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 Osprey Lodge! We are Central Florida's premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities. Our standards for these services and amenities are upheld by our dedicated and...
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5 star
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4 star
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The Mayfield Retirement Center feels welcoming and homey. Everyone from the Administrator to the cleaners are concerned about each and every resident. The interactions between people who work there and...
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.
Mayfield Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Leesburg, Florida. We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of those in Leesburg and the surrounding area. Located off Rt. 460, we offer convenient access to the surrounding community, modern amenities, and...
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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Photo of Pringle Development
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.
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.
2.0
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2.0
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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.
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Photo of Somerset
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.
Photo of Wandering Oaks
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.
Photo of Minneola Place
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.
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The people are nice. But it's more for dementia and Alzheimer's, and that made it a little hard to socialize. The food was excellent, and about 95% of aides were very good. I would recommend it for a long...
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.
Savannah Manor is an assisted living community located in the town of Leesburg, FL. A former citrus production area, the city of Leesburg is in Lake County and home to about 19,000 residents. Residents are able to relax in year round warm weather and enjoy great attractions like nearby Orlando,...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Howey In The Hills, FL

The average cost of senior living in Howey In The Hills is $4,310 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Horizon West, FL with an average of $3,971 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howey In The Hills, FL vs. nearby cities

Howey In The Hills, FL
$4,310/mo
$4,266/mo
$4,318/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howey In The Hills, FL vs. the state and national average

Howey In The Hills, FL
$4,310/mo
$4,062/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Howey In The Hills vs. other types of senior living

$4,508/mo
Independent Living
$4,310/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Howey In The Hills, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,493/mo
Studio
$4,492/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,656/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,269/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Howey In The Hills over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Howey In The Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Howey In The Hills

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Steeplechase Gracious Retirement in Oxford, FL

4.6
The only things that were ever an issue were mainly the quality of the food and lack of taste according to my mom. Another issue was just with the cleaning. We basically had to the floors and bathroom ourselves they were not getting them clean. My mom didn't use their towels (too heavy) and she ...
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Brookdale Tavares

5.0
Very helpful moving resident in and keeping family informed. Staff is courteous and willing to help with resident needs. I would highly recommend this facility be entrusted with the care of a loved one who can no longer live by themselves.

Howey In The Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howey In The Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howey In The Hills, 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 Howey In The Hills 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 Howey In The Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howey In The Hills, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Howey In The Hills 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 Howey In The Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Howey In The Hills 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 Howey In The Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46.2%
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American House Wildwood, Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs and Waterman Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Howey In The Hills, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 22 independent living facilities near Howey In The Hills, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Howey In The Hills, Florida are American House Wildwood, Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs and Waterman Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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