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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Okeechobee County, FL
The cost of independent living in Okeechobee County is about $4,069 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 135 options. Read 1399 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 Okeechobee, Sherman and Basswood Estates.
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9.0
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94 reviews
It's been a very good fit for my parents. Friendly staff. Issues get resolved fairly quickly. Good value for price. Meals could have more variety. We would recommend this community to other families...
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.
The rare combination of amenities, senior lifestyle programs, and attentive, personalized care and service makes for a senior living experience like no other at Discovery Village Vero Beach. Our community offers two, distinct living options, Active Independent Living and Assisted Living, both of...
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8.9
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32 reviews
Nice facility, competent and caring staff. Independent living, assisted living and memory care all under one roof. Reasonable price. They honestly seem to sincerely care about and value their residents. The...
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.
Located on SW Stony Creek Way in Port St. Lucie, Florida, our charming, home-like community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care living options all on the same campus.Enjoy the convenience of being close to local restaurants, medical resources and Jensen Beach, while being...
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8.9
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104 reviews
It is a beautiful community. Nothing less nothing more It's perfect. It's just perfect. I love love love the Key Westie, Beachy, Florida ambiance.
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 Alto Stuart! Designed around an Atlantic Coastal Lodge theme, our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities.We are proudly the recipient of the Reader's Choice Award for the "Finest Assisted Living Community in Martin...
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8.7
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8 reviews
The smaller resident population in memory care is a great advantage. The overall experience would be closer to a 5 except for some of the techs who just act like they don't want to be there. The medical...
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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2 reviews
The staff and owners care about their residents and do what they can to make the place nice and comfortable. They have musicians come to play music and make holidays very special. It is a nice and clean...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.4
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28 reviews
The facility is easy to find, has a pleasing outward appearance. The lobby is bright with homey decor. The staff are friendly and helpful, showing a heart for the elderly. They are able to accommodate...
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.
Everyone who lives at Sonata Vero Beach has led a unique life and experienced special moments worth remembering. That’s why we’ve redefined the care we provide to seniors helping our residents feel as much like themselves as possible. Sonata Vero Beach is minutes from downtown Vero Beach, off...
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8.4
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18 reviews
It's a very friendly place, from the moment you walk in the door. Everyone is exceptionally friendly. The Director and Manager of the facility [name removed] and [name removed]treat everyone like family. My...
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.
We planned Addington Place of Stuart as a way to bring seniors together. To foster a sense of community and connection between residents, caregivers, and staff. That’s because we want Addington Place to be the best place you can imagine living. A place providing life-enriching activities,...
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8.2
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26 reviews
I would say they are a great community and I would recommend them; however, their care plan pricing is very high and it is because of that that I scored them low on value for cost. I do think that the care...
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.
Live Life Well HereChoose our community for your next home sweet home and you’ll get to live life in a relaxed environment, letting us do all the cooking, cleaning and chores. You’ll have more time, and more ways to enjoy your retirement lifestyle. And because we have trained staff, including...
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8.2
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15 reviews
My mom is very active but after my dad passed she quit cooking, cleaning and socializing. Heron Point was exactly what she needed. I am so glad I can be the son again and stop worrying about mom because she...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Heron Point Independent Living, a luxury retirement community in Vero Beach, offers independent living and celebrates the histories, traditions, and values of residents and families. Minutes away from popular attractions such as the Riverside Theater, golf courses, beautiful beaches, our...
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8.0
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5 reviews
My mother has been living here for over six months so I can give a knowledgeable assessment of Renaissance Senior Living in Vero Beach, FL. It is spotlessly clean; the staff is friendly, attentive, and truly...
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.
Renaissance Senior Living of Vero Beach is an assisted living and memory care community in Vero Beach, FL, that cares deeply about our residents’ dignity, security, and quality of life.Located minutes from the gorgeous beachfront in Indian River County, Renaissance Senior Living of Vero Beach...
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8.0
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3 reviews
This community is working out quite well for my mother since her move to this community. It is a nice facility, and I'am comfortable with all they have done for us. It has been a good experience. I know she...
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.
Grand Oaks is a Visiting Nurse Association assisted living community. The VNA of Florida has provided award winning home healthcare for over 40 years. Treating patients in their homes has given us incredible insights into creating warm, comfortable and secure environments. This makes Grand Oaks...
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3.0
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3 reviews
This is a smaller community I have a 1 bedroom apartment. They will come and check on me every 2 hours. Everybody is a close knit family here. If you don't like something you just tell them and they are kind...
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.
Elegant Assisted Living by Trusted Health Experts Grand Oaks of Okeechobee is an assisted living community by the Visiting Nurse Association of Florida, an award winning home healthcare agency with nearly 40 years of experience in the field. With trusted health experts operating the community,...
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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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7.0
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32 reviews
Dad has been a resident for 6 years and is enjoying every minute. The food is great and the way he has made friends is terrific. It is nice to see dad go out on trips with his friends. I highly recommend 5...
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.
As Vero Beach’s premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days.Residents receive the care they need, convenient amenities and services, while only minutes away from historical landmarks,...
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2 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Sodalis Vero Beach and the whole experience has been very good. SODALIS is a great place to have your love one who needs care.
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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7.0
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26 reviews
It was positive but intake staff did not do a very thorough job making sure all documents were in order and when a DNR situation arose this created a crisis. My dad ended up passing away from Covid...
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 the hidden gem on the Treasure Coast!At The Cabana at Jensen Dunes, we celebrate life. Your days can be as full or relaxing as you desire. Join friends for a glass of wine and conversation at our daily happy hour. Create a masterpiece in the art studio or get lost in a good book in the...
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7.0
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2 reviews
Sodalis Stuart community is a very nice place and it is a very good place for our loved one so far. Based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend this community to other families
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.
EASY LIFESTYLEEngaged living, a tranquil setting, and compassionate care are hallmarks of Sodalis Stuart, a community that encourages an active lifestyle and daily activities for residents-both on campus and throughout the beautiful Stuart area. With designer touches throughout, you'll enjoy a...
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23 reviews
The outstanding Executive Director[ name removed]. The excellent activities director. The excellent Nursing director. We got a very fair price offered by [name removed]. The staff are meticulous about...
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.
Bethesda On Turkey Creek Assisted Living is a beautiful and historic property that inspires tranquility and peace of mind. Our community features several floor plan options that include studios and one bedroom apartments. All await your personal touch! Our units are individually climate...
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1.0
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25 reviews
The community visitation is very strict due to covid but they have done a good job with keeping covid out. The prices for the community is good, I would definitely recommend this community to others
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.
We are located within a residential community close to shopping, dining, and entertainment. (We are known for our location).An Active Senior Retirement Rental Community with Independent & Assisted Living and Bayberry House Memory CareWe feature Independent & Assisted Living in one or two...
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.
Okeechobee Commons Apartments is beautiful place for anyone to live. Luckily for you though, only individuals that are at least 55 years young are allowed to experience the luxuries we have to offer. Right now we have gorgeous, new one bedroom...
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.
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, 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.
Cost of independent living in Okeechobee County, FL
The average cost of senior living in Okeechobee County is $4,069 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sebring, FL with an average of $2,539 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee County, FL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee County, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Okeechobee County
Recent reviews for independent living in Okeechobee County
Heron Cove Assisted Living & Memory Care of Vero Beach
5.0
We have been well informed and feel as though Mom has received appropriate attention and care at HarborChase of Vero Beach. It's reassuring knowing that she is in good hands.
The Brennity at Tradition Senior Living in Port St Lucie, FL
4.9
Brennity was it hands down, I can walk there or bring the golf cart, that's how close they are! The proximity overshadowed any other benefits of other facilities we looked at.
The only thing that I would suggest is to have a guide book or handbook for the resident to make acclimation to the ...
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Sonata Vero Beach
5.0
They are always welcoming and receptive when you have questions or concerns. The facilities are nice, modern and well cared for. It pays to stay in touch with the staff and let them know you are holding them accountable.
Okeechobee County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Okeechobee County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee County 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
21.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.9%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.2%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.4%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.4%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.9%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.5%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.1%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.3%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.8%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.3%
45.5%
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Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living, The Sovana at Stuart and The Gardens of Port St Lucie are the top-rated independent living facilities near Okeechobee County, Florida. See full list of communities.
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