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The cost of independent living in Southmere is about $4,192 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 275 options.

Read 5517 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Winter Park, Lake Mary and Oviedo.

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Photo of Palmetto Landing
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33 Floor plans available
8.3
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59 reviews
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59 reviews
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During my visit, it felt right. It was clean, the staff was friendly. And several residents were in the activities room. Activities director is wonderful. My mom is so happy there.
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.
Palmetto Landing offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Winter Springs, Florida. We are conveniently nearby a large shopping center, as well as many parks, shops and restaurants.Our lovely single-story community has 64 apartments with three different floor plans for...
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I like the staff in memory Care. When there is a problem with AC, electrical or plumbing, I have been told by nurses that I should go to front desk. I do and it gets done soon. When the staff reports a...
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.
Aden Senior Living is a brand-new catered club-level living, assisted living, and memory care community in Ormond Beach, Florida. With spacious apartments, exceptional amenities, first-class hospitality, and engaging signature programs supporting health and wellness, individuals experience...
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44 Floor plans available
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[name removed]s disease was further along than we thought but the staff reached out to find us extra help with assisting [name removed]s needs and one reached out to me in Tennessee to keep me updated. I...
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.
Sterling Court provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled on picturesque grounds in the charming community of Deltona, you'll love the coziness of our facilities and appreciate the convenience of being close to all the things that make life rich. We're just...
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Photo of Madison at Clermont
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55 Floor plans available
8.2
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Overall a very good experience. Only complaint would be cleaning of the individual rooms I would recommend it overall to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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 Madison At ClermontSeniors from Clermont and surrounding areas such as Orlando choose our community for exceptional assisted living and memory care services.Vibrancy and charm are what separate Madison at Clermont from other communities. When seniors and their families visit us, they...
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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.
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Photo of The Grove at Trelago
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8.0
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[name removed] The executive Director was excellent and we would recommend The Grove at Trelago to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
The Grove at Trelago is Now Open for Business. License #13676.We are taking tours and moving residents!Call us and make your appointment to tour our beautiful community!
Photo of Gold Choice Assisted Living and Memory Care Deltona
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Positive: Easy to work with, very friendly, quick response time, attentive to the residents Negative: Food & Lack of Activites This review is for the Memory Care side, I have no experience with 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.
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Photo of Orlando Lutheran Towers, a CCRC
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Some of the night staff were very impatient. The nurses were great.
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.
Orlando Lutheran Towers, a CCRC offers a wide range of senior living options within downtown Orlando, Florida. You can live in the center of it all without giving up your quality of life. Residents can choose from a variety of spacious apartments and can enjoy the many common areas. Apartments...
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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.
Indigo Palms is devoted to dementia and Alzheimer's care that has served Daytona Beach since 1998. It is located in the heart of Daytona - near Halifax hospital, Volusia Mall, and many other doctors offices. It is a place for a loved one in need of memory care attention and services can call...
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Photo of Eustis Senior Care
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the staff was incredible but the cleanliness not so much. However, I would recommend this community to other families especially those who are lower income
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.
Eustis Senior Care lies quietly in the small community of beautiful Eustis, Florida. Just a few streets away from the glistening waters of Lake Eustis, warm Florida sunshine and a gentle breeze over the lake help make Eustis Senior Care a tropical lifestyle to sooth the soul. Eustis is known to...
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Photo of Sodalis Merritt Island
1010 Photos available
7.9
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21 reviews
7.9
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21 reviews
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The staff has been great!! Sadly though, there has been some changes in staff that has made it less as desirable. The activities are super fun and I can't say enough about [name removed]. She is so much fun...
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.
Engaged living, a tranquil setting, and compassionate care are hallmarks of Sodalis Merritt Island, a community that encourages an active lifestyle and daily activities for residents – both on campus and throughout the beautiful Merritt Island area. With designer touches throughout, you’ll enjoy...
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Photo of Shell Harbor Retirement Community
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7.9
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My mother-in-law is in her second year of living at Shell Harbor, and my husband & I visit her almost every day. WOW - it truly is worry-free luxury living! Everything is clean and well-maintained, the...
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.
Shell Harbor, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Murrell Road in Rockledge. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2021! Shell Harbor will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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Photo of Brookdale West Melbourne
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22 Floor plans available
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7.9
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We're very happy with Brookdale West Melbourne! We toured a lot of assisted living facilities before deciding on Brookdale West Melbourne. I left the decision up to my mom. She chose it because of the homey...
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.
Brookdale West Melbourne is an assisted living community in West Melbourne, Florida. West Melbourne is a fast growing community located on Florida's Space coast. Brookdale West Melbourne has an ideal locations near shopping, banks, medical providers and is only a short drive from stunning beaches...
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Photo of Colliers at Port Orange
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The staff is super easy to get a hold of. The nurse calls me back if she doesn't pick up. Same with the Activities Director usually. The value for the money is very, very good. I now have three more...
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.
Located in a residential neighborhood near Daytona Beach, Colliers at Port Orange offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in Port Orange, Florida. This vibrant community is tailored to active older adults who want to spend more time doing what they love without the obligations of maintaining a home.
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Photo of Village on the Green a CCRC
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The staff was very professional. What I mean is that they accommodated every request we had. For example, they arranged for my husband to speak to the head chef and sous chef regarding his special diet for...
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.
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Photo of The Lenox at Merritt Island
5555 Photos available
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The facility and staff are great and knowledgeable.. The people who live there are also kind and look out for each other which is also a plus.. Mom had an apartment with a balcony which was nice.. The layout...
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.
Photo of Sonata Viera
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Their employees are top notch and how they hire such nice people is amazing. The reason I would not give them a 5 is probably typical of most Assisted Living facilities, but we have some issues with how...
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.
Sonata Viera assisted living provides compassionate and distinctive living for today's senior. Our Harmony assisted living offers a different brand of senior living, founded on an unwavering commitment to customer service and resident choice. Blending signature programming, technology, a...
Photo of Regency Park Assisted Living
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We went to our first visit just to have something to compare with facilities closer to me, but the staff was so warm and inviting. The residents were gathering downstairs for bingo and they were also...
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 a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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Photo of Bethesda on Turkey Creek
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Overall, I like the care that they give my dad however, lately I noticed they have a high turnover of staff everybody seems to be friendly enough though. I liked that they were smaller than most places
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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Photo of Countryside Lakes Senior Living
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.2
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With Mom having the need of assisted living. We toured several facilities in the area and felt this would be a good fit for her and us. It has been two months since she moved in and she has been making...
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.
At CountrySide Lakes, we believe in the simple things – friendship, joy, gratitude, and charity. We believe that veterans are heroes and that it’s perfectly okay to spoil the grandkids. We honor the individual – offering personalized care and services. And we love getting to know you and your...
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Mom needed a change of life. My wife & I fell in love with Harbor Chase after [name removed] gave us a thorough tour. The staff seemed friendly & fully engaged. The facility is clean, bright, & has a...
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.
Sunscape™ is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community that values and encourages health, activity and happiness and brings out the best of every side of you. Located in bustling Daytona Beach, you’ll enjoy all the amenities and services the newest senior living community in the area...
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Photo of Brookdale Melbourne
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22 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is first thing the people that work there are very kind. Even though they might be busy they always stopped to ask me & update me about what's going on or just to...
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.
A Great Backdrop for a Great LifeIf you live in the greater Palm Bay area, you have an exceptional choice for senior living right in the heart of West Melbourne. You’ll get to explore a new kind of senior lifestyle, as our staff takes care of the cooking, cleaning and typical household chores, so...
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Photo of Kinbridge at Oviedo
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My family and I are new to the whole assisted living thing. Up until recently I never thought my husband and I would be where we are in life. I was very hesitant about placing my husband in a memory 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.
Memory Lane Cottage is a state of the art assisted living facility for persons with Alzheimer and dementia related disease. It is designed as a luxury estate home with 20 private bedrooms (suites) with 20 full bathrooms, surrounding a community core that is typical in the resident's prior home,...
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I can not say enough good things about this facility. My brother has been there for over 6 months and I am very happy with the care they provide to him. Encore went out of their way during Christmas to...
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.
Encore at Avalon Park Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the center of a community that was built on the rich traditions of small-town life. Encore is composed of 6 neighborhoods with 15 residences each, all centrally oriented around a secured landscaped courtyard. Encore at Avalon...
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What we like about Wayman Place is the friendly staff who work there, but their communication could be better and some Dr visits feel rushed. However, 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.
At The Heron of Longwood, we provide high quality, compassionate assisted living options in a lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care....
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Cost of independent living in Southmere, FL

The average cost of senior living in Southmere is $4,192 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Hill, FL with an average of $2,962 per month.

Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, vs. state and national averages

Southmere, FL
$4,192/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,371/mo
Independent Living
$4,192/mo

Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,844/mo
Studio
$3,834/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,996/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,820/mo

Senior living costs in Southmere vs. state and 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 destination: Southmere, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouthmere, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,192/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,658/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,371/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Southmere, FL:$4,192/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Southmere, FL:$4,658/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Southmere, FL:$5,371/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Southmere and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Southmere, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Southmere have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Southmere, FL$3,969/mo$3,713/mo+6.9%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Southmere, FL
2024 average cost:$3,969/mo
2023 average cost:$3,713/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,449/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Southmere

Recent reviews for independent living in Southmere

Grand Living Park at Lake Mary

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.

The Gallery at Port Orange

4.8
I was living in a 4 br home & on one week decided to move. As soon as I saw the Gallery I know it was the one. I have lived here about 1.5 years and plan to never move. I have a 2 br 2 bath apt and am very happy here.

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Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents across various communities, such as Lake Ridge Village, Gentry Park, and Lexington Place. Residents appreciate the sense of community and how everyone makes newcomers feel at home.
Variety of activities for socializing. Resident engagement is a priority in many senior living communities. For instance, at Gentry Park, residents participate in activities like movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. The social calendar at Lexington Place also includes a range of options to keep residents active an ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Nutritious and tasty meals are a must-have for residents in senior living communities. At Lake Ridge Village, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable for everyone. Similarly, the dining experiences at The Tremont and Ormon ...
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Thoughtful and responsive staff. An attentive and caring staff is essential in a senior living community. Reviews from Lexington Place and Grand Villa of DeLand describe staff members as quick to listen and help residents with their needs and concerns.
Properly maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial aspects of a comfortable living environment. At Shell Harbor Retirement Community, residents enjoy the beautifully maintained facilities, including spacious apartments and well-kept common areas. Similar sentiments are expressed in reviews for The Brennity a ...
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Accessible and convenient facilities. Senior living communities provide residents with access to essential services and amenities. At Lake Ridge Village, residents value the convenience of having a gym just down the hall from the dining room. Similarly, residents of Gentry Park appreciate the easy access to transportation and th ...
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Southmere independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southmere independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southmere, 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 Southmere 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 Southmere partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southmere, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.5%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.2%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.9%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.3%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Southmere 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 Southmere communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southmere, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.6%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.7%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
40.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southmere 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 Southmere offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southmere, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.9%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.7%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.7%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.9%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.3%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Addison of Narcoossee, Grand Villa of DeLand and The Addison of Oviedo are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southmere, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 275 independent living facilities near Southmere, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Southmere, Florida are Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and The Addison of Port Orange. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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