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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Monroe County, FL
The cost of independent living in Monroe County is about $3,804 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 28 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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Monroe County Independent Living Facilities | 28 Reviews
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This community is very good. The staff is working very well with the hospice people who are taking care of my sister. The community is very nice and the staff is kind and compassionate. In the midst of 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.
Nestled in the heart of Homestead, Miami-Dade County, Florida, The Palace Gardens is a serene and luxurious assisted living community with 24-hour security. With its tropical setting, it offers the carefree, beach-like feel of the Florida Keys. The overall atmosphere is casual, yet intimate,...
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4 star
11%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
1 star
11%
After searching in other ALF's for a nice place for my mother I decided this is one of the best assisted living facilities in the area. Place is very clean, rooms are big with good lighting, food...
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.
In addition to providing for the individualized medical and physical needs of our residents, our community includes the following amenities and activities:Daily KaraokeTwo dining rooms with various culinary optionsOnsite beauty salon and barberLarge recreation roomOn-site libraryInviting interior...
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They have a good amount of activities there, there is always something going on. We were looking around a lot and we did not find anything bad at this place. This place has everything, they take care of a...
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.
Step into an upscale senior lifestyle nestled within the vibrant West Kendall area of Miami. At The Residences, you’ll have every need at your fingertips. Shopping, cinemas, restaurants, pharmacies are all minutes away. Furthermore, with the addition of the new West Kendall Baptist Hospital,...
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Monroe County, FL
The average cost of senior living in Monroe County is $3,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Layton, FL with an average of $1,700 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Monroe County, FL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Monroe County, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Monroe County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Monroe County, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Monroe County
Recent reviews for independent living in Monroe County
Seasons Gardens in Miami, FL
4.0
I think they do a very good job overall at Floridian Gardens! Everyone here is very nice, and very respectful. The facility itself is beautiful, and the rooms are nice looking and clean. I really think he is getting spoiled here, he is really enjoying himself!
Palace Gardens in Homestead, FL
5.0
Placed my Mother in Memory Care at The New Palace Gardens in [Removed]. Every time I go to visit my Mother the facility is clean and smells great. My Mother is always clean and well taken care of. They have a large selection of activities for residents to take part in and staff is very ...
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The Residences at Miami
5.0
I looked into several places before deciding on The Residences and I am so glad I chose this place. The nurses and the assistants are amazing. I am informed on every aspect of my mothers care which gives me piece of mind! The facility is beautiful, clean and bright. The food is pretty good and ...
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Monroe County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monroe County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monroe County, 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 Monroe County 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 Monroe County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monroe County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Monroe County 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 Monroe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monroe County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monroe County 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 Monroe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monroe County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.7%
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Palace Gardens, Seasons Gardens and The Residences at Miami are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monroe County, Florida. See full list of communities.
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