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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Okeechobee County, FL

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The cost of independent living in Okeechobee County is about $4,104 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 103 options. Read 1480 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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My mother lived her for 30 years and she used to have a lot of friends, but by the time she moved out everyone had moved on. You really need to have a car, and she couldn't drive, so we had to move her out.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Situated in the stunning Fort Pierce, Florida, Academy Assisted Living Community is the perfect choice for your new home. Known as the 'Sunrise City', Fort Pierce is a vibrant community with an exquisite harbor front that has a state of the art marina. There is also a fantastic library, golf...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Divine Senior CareDivine Senior Care is an assisted living community located in the city of Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida. Divine Senior Care provides the memory care services that some seniors need in a community that is beautiful and comfortable. The city of Fort Pierce has much to...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
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.
Somerset House is located in the beautiful city of Vero Beach, FL. There is nothing quite as special as the lapping of water against sand, and families will enjoy checking out the beach while spending time visiting the seniors who choose to call our community their home.Somerset House offers a...
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I am very satisfied with Dixie Oak Manor. Everything is just fine here. It is a clean facility. The staff are very nice. I am really pleased overall with the whole experience at this facility.
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.
Dixie Oak Manor is an assisted living community located in sunny Vero Beach, Indian River County, Florida. Vero Beach is a beautiful coastal town and is part of what is known as Florida's Treasure Coast. Vero Beach is a quiet neighborhood with palm trees and oak canopies. It's a great place to...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Okeechobee County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Okeechobee County is $4,104 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

Okeechobee County, FL
$4,104/mo
$4,285/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee County, FL vs. the state and national average

Okeechobee County, FL
$4,104/mo
$4,052/mo
U.S. national average
$4,071/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee County vs. other types of senior living

$4,388/mo
Independent Living
$4,104/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Okeechobee County, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,910/mo
Studio
$4,460/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,469/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,114/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,238/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Okeechobee County

Recent reviews for independent living in Okeechobee County

The Cabana at Jensen Dunes in Jensen Beach, FL

4.3
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 contracted during his stay - total time in Cabana was less than 2 weeks.

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.

Brookdale Stuart

4.9
Brookdale Stuart is a smaller community so they can really focus on and get to know the residents. A lot of the staff has been there for many, many years which says a lot to me. They are so caring, kind and helpful, we definitely found the right place for our mother. They are truly angels on ...
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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
27.3%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.6%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.1%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.4%
8.9%
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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
36.4%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
17.2%
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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
50%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.1%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.4%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.1%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.6%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.8%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.8%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.7%
46.1%
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The Palms of St. Lucie West, The Gardens of Port St Lucie and Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Okeechobee County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 103 independent living facilities near Okeechobee County, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Okeechobee County, Florida are The Palms of St. Lucie West, The Gardens of Port St Lucie and Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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