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The cost of independent living in Istachatta is about $4,032 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 306 options. Read 6475 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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Overall it has been a great experience and we would definitely recommend Savannah Court of Brandon to other families. The staff members there are so friendly, caring and very attention to the residents...
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.
Savannah Court of Brandon senior assisted living community is licensed for 46 residents, is full of vibrant activity, yet offers a warm and comfortable feel throughout. Savannah Court offers an outstanding local reputation and has proudly been serving Seniors in the Brandon and Tampa Bay area for...
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My mom is here currently and they’re absolutely meeting my expectations. The food is very good, well balanced and nutritious, and they have a variable menu so there are plenty of options. The staff has been...
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.
Alimar Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Tampa, FL. The city of Tampa is located in Hillsborough County and is home to over 348,000 people. Tampa is an exciting town with beaches, eateries, sports events and shopping. Residents can enjoy going on outings, going out to...
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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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I Love the activity director, she tried to get everyone involved and my Mom was hesitant at first, but now she seems to join in more. I feel they keep the facility clean and well kept and the staff is...
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.
Upscale Assisted Living Care for Senior Adults in Historic Downtown Lakeland!-The Manor at Lake Morton offers assisted living care for seniors in the charming historic district of Lakeland. Our modern senior residential community is just a short walk from Lakeland's thriving downtown restaurants...
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They always had 24 hour nurse on the floor. 3 nurses full time on 3 shifts. The food was mediocre but could have changed by now. The kitchen staff continued tried to make food to their liking. The activities...
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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Hearthstone was a wonderful place. I can't say enough wonderful things about the executive director, the executive staff, the front desk, the doctor, all the nurses, the kitchen staff and servers. My aunt...
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.
Hearthstone at Leesburg offers both memory care and assisted living services. Our memory care residents receive around-the-clock specialized care, dedicated staff, and access to our life enrichment program designed specifically around our residents’ needs and interests. Our assisted living...
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The Waverly just celebrated its one-year anniversary. It is a beautiful facility with caring staff, good food, and lots of bright airy rooms and balconies for residents and families use. The caregivers are...
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.
At The Waverly Assisted Living and Memory Care we invite you to explore thoughtfully designed Assisted Living and Memory Care residences tailored just for you.
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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.
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Thank u for evacuating your residents and protecting them in Knoxville for Hurricane Irma. We so appreciate u! God Bless u all for taking care of them. It allowed our family peace of mind as we dealt with...
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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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This community is kept immaculate. The people here have been so accommodating. The dining room has been redone and they have a nice menu. They offer numerous times to eat so mom can eat whenever she would...
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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All the staff were very kind and helped with my mom's move from home to New Horizon. The food is wonderful here. The care is very good, my mother was always clean, and looked good.
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.
New Horizon Senior Citizen Home is located in Inverness, Florida. This quaint town is filled with lush grass and trees, historic buildings, and a tranquil lake. Inverness has a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, parks, and fishing. This assisted living community will allow...
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: 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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We had a really good experience with Mission Oaks - so much better than with a previous facility our loved one was at. It's a clean friendly atmosphere with caring personnel. They're always really friendly...
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.
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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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.
Forest Oak Villas, a beautiful rental community, offers adults 55 years and older the comfort of a rustic atmosphere and the convenience of villa living. At Forest Oak Villas we offer 4 roomy town homes a 1 bedroom 1 bath, a 1 bedroom 1 bath with a larger master bedroom, a 2 bedroom 2 bath all...
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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: 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.
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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.
Faith Loving Care is an assisted living community located in the town of Spring Hill, FL. The town of Spring Hill is in Hernando County and home to about 99,000 residents. Our residents are able to enjoy year round warm weather and convenient beach access if they want to venture out. The location...

Cost of independent living in Istachatta, FL

The average cost of senior living in Istachatta is $4,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,437 per month.

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

Istachatta, FL
$4,032/mo
$4,344/mo

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

Istachatta, FL
$4,032/mo
$4,217/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

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

$4,327/mo
Independent Living
$4,032/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,669/mo
Studio
$4,581/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,745/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,563/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,645/mo

Senior living costs in Istachatta 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: Istachatta, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIstachatta, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,032/mo$4,217/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$3,906/mo$4,096/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$4,327/mo$4,547/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Istachatta, FL:$4,032/mo
Florida:$4,217/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Istachatta, FL:$3,906/mo
Florida:$4,096/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Istachatta, FL:$4,327/mo
Florida:$4,547/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Istachatta, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Istachatta and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Istachatta, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Istachatta have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Istachatta, FL$3,497/mo$3,153/mo+10.9%
Florida$3,399/mo$3,307/mo+2.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Istachatta, FL
2024 average cost:$3,497/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,399/mo
2023 average cost:$3,307/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Istachatta

Recent reviews for independent living in Istachatta

Lake Gibson Village in Lakeland, FL

4.3
The communication between the staff and the family is good. They keep us well inform and up to date. I would recommend this community to others.

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.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. At Lake Ridge Village, residents and their families report that the staff goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome. At Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek, the managers are described as top-notch, ...
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Social opportunities to meet new friends. Many residents find joy in the various social events and activities offered at their communities. For example, at American House Wildwood, residents enjoy card games, field trips, and programs. At Lake Ridge Village, some residents have formed friendships through attending Bingo and Texas Ho ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating management. Reviews highlight the considerate nature of the management teams at several communities. At American House Wildwood, the activity director makes a point to welcome newcomers and ensure they feel at home. At Osprey Manor, the manager's ability to assess potential residents and determine if th ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Residents and their families frequently mention the high quality of the food at their communities. For instance, at American House Wildwood, the meals are described as 5-star, with a wide range of choices. At Orchard Heights, although the food portions are sufficient and nutritious, they wou ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Activities are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At American House Wildwood, residents can participate in brain health classes and various outings. At Lake Ridge Village, the residents call Bingo and Texas Hold 'Em games twice a week, while others enjo ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. A sense of community and inclusion is valued by many residents. At American House Wildwood, newcomers are made to feel at home and welcomed by both the staff and residents. At Lake Port Square, a CCRC, the clean and friendly environment puts families at ease, while residents are reported to ...
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Istachatta independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Istachatta independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Istachatta, 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 Istachatta 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 Istachatta 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
29.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Istachatta 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 Istachatta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.9%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Istachatta 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 Istachatta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.2%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.9%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
38%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Grande, AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge and Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Istachatta, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 306 independent living facilities near Istachatta, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Istachatta, Florida are Coral Oaks, American House Wildwood and Grand Villa of New Port Richey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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