10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ortona, FL

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Florida is $3,640, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Ortona area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of independent living in Ortona, FL

The average cost of senior living in Florida is $3,640 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Florida vs. 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 state: Florida

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Florida	U.S.	Cost difference
Independent Living	$3,640/mo	$3,520/mo	3.4% above national median
Assisted Living	$4,853/mo	$5,830/mo	16.8% below national median
Memory Care	$5,704/mo	$6,999/mo	18.5% below national median

Independent Living

Florida:$3,640/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Cost difference:3.4% above national median

Assisted Living

Florida:$4,853/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Cost difference:16.8% below national median

Memory Care

Florida:$5,704/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Cost difference:18.5% below national median

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What families are saying about independent living in Ortona

Recent reviews for independent living in Ortona

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9

I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

Keystone Place at Beachwalk in Fort Myers, FL

4.0

I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...

Balmoral Assisted Living in Lake Placid, FL

5.0

All of the people here are very caring and kind. The director of nursing, [name removed] is very dedicated to the residents, she goes above and beyond and has made my stay so much better. She helped me through preparing for surgery as well as making sure I was okay when I had an infection in my ...

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Active and social community atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the friendly, engaging, and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place, where the staff and residents are described as caring and supportive. Residents engage in a range of activities, from social events to games and entertain ...

Delicious and varied meal offerings. Many reviews highlight the high-quality meals offered in different communities, including Seascape At Naples, where the chef creates unique and tasty dishes, catering to individual preferences and dietary needs. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the variety of options.

Beautifully maintained facilities. Several reviews praise the cleanliness, upkeep, and overall appearance of various communities, such as Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Assisted Living, with updated apartments, well-appointed common areas, and gardens and walking trails that residents enjoy. The focus on maintaining a visually ...

Supportive and responsive staff. Throughout the reviews, the kindness, attentiveness, and responsiveness of staff members at different communities stand out, as seen at Bradford Square Retirement Community, where staff are described as understanding and accommodating. Staff members go above and beyond to meet residents' uniqu ...

Outdoor spaces for relaxation and recreation. Some reviews highlight the importance of outdoor areas in communities, such as gardens, patios, and courtyards, that provide opportunities for relaxation and socialization, like at Grand Villa of Port Charlotte, where residents enjoy the outdoor space and appreciate the tranquility it offers.

Engaging activities and events. Reviews consistently mention the variety and quality of activities offered in communities, such as The Summit of Fort Myers, where residents participate in games, movies, and other events, fostering a sense of purpose and social connection among residents.

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Ortona independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ortona independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ortona, 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 Ortona 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 Ortona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Ortona, FLNational

Nutritionist / dietician

25.5%

21.2%

Low / no sodium

47.2%

35.7%

No sugar

42.5%

32%

Vegetarian

48.1%

34.8%

Pureed meals

30.2%

11.7%

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Availability of select dining options in Ortona 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 Ortona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Ortona, FLNational

Professional chef

56.6%

37.6%

Restaurant style dining

56.6%

44.8%

Room service

46.2%

38.2%

Anytime dining

22.6%

17.8%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Ortona 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 Ortona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Ortona, FLNational

Activity director

62.3%

46.5%

Pet-focused programs

41.5%

29.3%

Community service programs

41.5%

34.2%

Devotional activities on-site

50.9%

48.3%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

62.3%

50.1%

Outings / off-site activities

61.3%

54.9%

Piano or organ

53.8%

44.2%

Arts and crafts center

52.8%

39.7%

Educational speakers / life long learning

52.8%

43%

Clubs / games / karaoke

59.4%

48.3%

Live performances

59.4%

48.1%

Dances

49.1%

34.3%

Fitness center

40.6%

40.7%

Fitness classes

59.4%

47.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Addington Place of Cape Coral, Brookdale Cape Coral and The Summit of Fort Myers are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ortona, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 106 independent living facilities near Ortona, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ortona, Florida are Addington Place of Cape Coral, Canterfield of Fort Myers and Amavida at Lakes Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ortona, FL

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Cost of independent living in Ortona, FL

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Ortona independent living services and amenities

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