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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Seminole County, FL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 49 independent living facilities in Seminole County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Lodge At Lutheran Haven
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.
Photo of Marriott's Village Oaks at Tuskawilla
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.
Marriott's Village Oaks at Tuskawilla offers assisted living for seniors in a warm and comfortable environment without being formal. A single story design makes it easier for residents to navigate and find their way. At Village Oaks, we have created Companion Living® to encourage our seniors 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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When I first visited my parents were in another facility we were not happy with. My 16 yo daughter and I dropped by un-announced and were met by a great staff. [name removed] showed us around and introduced...
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.
Gracious Age is an assisted living community located in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida. Sanford, which sits on the southern shore of Lake Monroe, is known as the 'Historic Waterfront Gateway City.' Evidence of the city's rich history is seen everywhere, from the Historic Sanford Memorial...
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When it's time to move a parent into an assisted-living facility, it can be tough to figure out which is the best fit. The Palms of Longwood helped create a smooth transition to my mom’s new home. They...
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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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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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.
Sanford Manor is an assisted living community located in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida. This community provides the right help for those who are seeking memory care. This community provides a beautiful setting to those who are looking for a great place to call home. The city of Sanford has...
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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.
Aiden Springs is nestled deep in the green landscape between multiple lakes in Winter Park, Florida. Warm sunshine and sand make a beautiful backdrop as the light gleams off the surrounding lakes. Healthy air and a temperate climate help make it an ideal location for leisurely walks or chatting...
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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.
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Photo of Legacy Pointe at UCF
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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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.
When you choose our Central Florida community, you gain access to state-of-the-art assisted living services, as well as a modern fitness center and progressive wellness programs. Influenced by UCF’s Colleges of Medicine and Nursing, we provide cutting-edge care and programming. You’ll have as...
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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.
The Valencia at Oakmonte Village is located in Lake Mary, FL. This independent living community provides seniors with the opportunity to call a great location their home. Lake Mary is a part of Seminole County, and it offers much natural beauty. Those who spend time in Lake Mary have the...
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My dad is doing so much better ever since I moved him to The Bridge. He is eating nutritional meals and taking his medicine twice a day. I am a nurse by trade so I looked for certain things when...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
TraditionSince 2001, when The Bridge at Orlando first opened its doors, we have thrived on the notion of community, the strength of neighborhood, the comfort and warmth of extended family, and the hospitality befitting good friends.  Both our residents and associates embrace and reinforce...
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I like the care at this community for my sisters care. The staff is caring and attentive. The menu is nice and she likes the nice variety. The activities are offered and she is enjoying meeting others. She...
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
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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, 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 Mayflower Retirement Community is a CCRC community located in charming Winter Park, Florida, the home of Rollins College and the nationally acclaimed Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival. Considered one of the nation’s most desirable addresses, the city is a treasure trove of history, culture,...
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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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They have done good with activities with social distancing and entertainment. The neighborhood is amazing and the grounds are really nice, and the value for this is amazing compared to other...
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.
Alabama Oaks offers a senior living experience that delivers the highest standards of care in an environment that offers community and welcomes you home. We are nestled into the beautiful streets of Winter Park, just a few blocks away from our sister facilities, Palmer Oaks Assisted Living and...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Seminole County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Seminole County is $3,948 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Mack-Forest Hills, FL with an average of $3,843 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Seminole County, FL vs. nearby counties

Seminole County, FL
$3,948/mo

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

Seminole County, FL
$3,948/mo
$3,950/mo
U.S. national average
$3,999/mo

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

$4,416/mo
Independent Living
$3,948/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,688/mo
Studio
$4,579/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,426/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,526/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,248/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Seminole County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Seminole County

Recent reviews for independent living in Seminole County

Cascade Heights in Longwood, FL

5.0
Cascade Heights is a great place! 25 years from now if it is still good, we may have to go here! The staff is super friendly and awesome Just walking around the place. You can see all of the people that live there seem very happy. The apartments are fabulous, full kitchen. His mom actually has ...
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Oakmonte Village at Lake Mary Valencia

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL

5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.

Seminole County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Seminole County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Seminole 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 Seminole 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 Seminole 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
34.9%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.5%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.2%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Seminole 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 Seminole County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.2%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.9%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Seminole 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 Seminole County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.8%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.5%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
27.9%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.5%
45.4%
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Cascade Heights, Ansley Parke at Orange City and Lexington Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Seminole County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near Seminole County, Florida. See the full list.

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