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66 Floor plans available
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My loved one is currently a resident at American House Wildwood and everything has been great for her there so far. The staff are very helpful. I had a problem with the cable and they took care of it...
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.
WELCOME TO AMERICAN HOUSE WILDWOODWelcome to American House Wildwood where you'll find luxury senior living at its finest. Enjoy exceptional living with our world-class amenities, exciting activities and a maintenance-free lifestyle. Imagine sipping lemonade poolside, hitting golf balls on the...
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9.4
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23 reviews
9.4
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23 reviews
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Mom passed this Jan, the Banyan was a great experience, Mom just didn't really want to be anywhere but with her family. So for recommendations I would suggest the Banyan Residence. It really was a great...
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.
In short, we’re a family-run property that’s here to create a home-like environment for our residents. Our Villages location was custom designed and built in 2021 with the experience of over 25 years in assisted living and memory care. We offer an outdoor living concept where all our residential...
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9.2
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36 reviews
9.2
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36 reviews
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The community itself is nice and clean, although more thorough room cleaning would be nice. hear some complaints from Mom about quality of meals and chef but overall I believe the dining options are...
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.
We believe that Steeplechase is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Steeplechase, our management teams live on-site, and are available 24...
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8.9
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Mom was so very happy there. She wished she had moved there sooner. The facility is clean yet comfortable. Not sterile. It has a very home like atmosphere. The staff is phenomenal!!! [name removed] was a...
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.
Located on 466, across the street from The Villages' Charter High School, Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living offers golf car access and optional Village Amenities, while providing assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) in comfortable and maintenance-free private apartments to...
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8.8
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43 reviews
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What our family likes the most about HarborChase of Villages Crossing is the overall atmosphere ,environment and the food that is served for the residents. My dad loved the food and the outside areas. My mom...
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.
HarborChase of Villages Crossing is designed and built to suit the needs of a new generation of seniors. It features 91,000 square feet and 96 spacious units in a safe and secure neighborhood environment. A technology and business center will keep seniors in touch with friends and family while...
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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Sumpter Senior Living is an active, friendly community, my dad began making friends immediately. He enjoys the chef prepared meals and his favorite activity is going to the movie theater area each evening...
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 466A, between Morse Blvd and Buena Vista Blvd, Sumter Grand offers golf car access and Village Amenities while providing a beautiful, comfortable and maintenance free home to Residents who wish to have access to all The Villages has to offer and that of an all-inclusive resort. Sumter...
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8.5
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42 reviews
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Communication between management and employees seemed lacking. Promises were made from the top but not carried out. The time we were there a new director was in place for only a few weeks. She was having 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.
Village Veranda at Lady Lake offers the finest senior living experiences for those needing assisted living or memory care services.Village Veranda combines the comforts of home and the peace of mind that comes from knowing that a compassionate, around-the-clock staff is fully committed to serving...
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Our loved one did say that the Christmas Brunch was delicious. She is getting acclimated to Pebble Springs and comments on how pretty the facility is and how nice the staff is
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.
Pebble Springs Retirement is Lady Lake, FL’s Premier independent living community. Pebble Springs Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Pebble Springs Retirement is an all-inclusive...
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88 Floor plans available
8.3
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52 reviews
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Value was a big one and that's not just saying it was cheap. The care was exactly what she needed with no fluff, even though we didn't recognize that at first. It was clean, it was safe and she was kept...
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Lady Lake Senior Living is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set in picturesque Lake County, Lady Lake Senior Living is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from an abundance of recreation, entertainment, and...
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99 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.2
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27 reviews
8.2
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27 reviews
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Very caring staff and good communication with family members. Environment is pleasing and caring. The food and menu is not as up to par as it could be.
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.
Freedom Pointe at the Villages provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our Brookdale community delivers...
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2222 Floor plans available
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The staff has graciously help guide my Mother to feel more comfortable in her new surroundings. They have treated her kindly and was bringing her meals to her when she was sick. She is slowing working on...
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.
Azalea Park is the Florida destination you've been looking for. Conveniently situated in a quiet suburb of Tampa, we're close to wonderful shopping, fine dining, churches and world-class healthcare. Come home to us at the inviting and warm Azalea Park, you'll wish you'd done it sooner.
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My Mom is very happy at Cascade Heights. She thinks that the food is better than her previous residence in Chicago. I agree, the food is all from scratch and they don't scrimp on the portions. The staff are...
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.
Nestled in a comfortable and convenient neighborhood, Cascade Heights is home to warm and welcoming senior living in Longwood, FL. You will feel the friendly nature of our community from the first moment you arrive. And while individual attention is our specialty, fulfilled living is our...
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I love The Windsor of Ocala. Having my sister there assures me she is living the best life considering her mental health. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families. All the staff I have...
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.
The Windsor of Ocala is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...
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88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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9.9
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65 reviews
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I would recommend Ansley Parke at Orange City to a family if their loved one's memory is not too bad. It is not a locked unit and my Dad would sometimes wander. I was actively involved with this issue. I put...
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.
Located near Blue Spring State Park in a quiet residential neighborhood, Ansley Parke Orange City is a vibrant community designed to help older adults enjoy the benefits of a simplified lifestyle.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two- bedroom apartments, each with a...
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44 Floor plans available
9.9
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SpringHills continues to be the perfect choice for my mom n dad They live in a small one bedroom apt and it is all the size they need!! They have 24 hour care, multiple weekly services, visits from...
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.
Spring Hills Hunter's Creek is an assisted living community in sunny Orlando, Florida. In addition to our regular functions, we are also a community of Alzheimer's support and care. At Spring Hills, our motto is 'Caring with a Commitment to Quality.' This motto reflects us in everything we do....
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33 Floor plans available
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Grace Manor at Hunters Creek is a five star facility. My aunt has been there for two months, and she is very happy there. Her apartment is so nice! She loves to play Bingo, and she has made friends. She...
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 Grace Manor at Hunters Creek, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Grace Manor at Hunters Creek is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living and has been opened since 2019....
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9.8
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35 reviews
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My loved one was previously a resident at Legacy at Highwoods Preserve and the overall experience was good. The staff response is good. The care services are good. The housekeeping is minimal. The nurse is...
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.
Legacy at Highwoods Preserve is an assisted living community located in Tampa, Florida which is in Hillsborough County. The environment of this community is that of a luxurious resort. Residents will always have a variety of things that they can choose to participate in every day. From emotional...
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9.8
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130 reviews
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This ALF was good in several ways. The staff was great. The food was great. The room accommodations were great. But there were too many residents for the space and my brother couldn't get around with his...
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 the new Grand Villa of New Port Richey! Our lovely assisted living and memory care community in New Port Richey, Florida, is just north of Tarpon Springs in Pasco County. Grand Villa is a resort style community with fabulous features and amenities designed to help our residents enjoy...
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33 Floor plans available
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I have been here 5 months and the service and the food is excellent! I love it here…the staff is amazing, and housekeeping is so helpful. I have family who comes to visit time to time but I am comfortable at...
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.
Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs was designed specifically for Assisted Living. Its spacious apartments are inside a community filled with thoughtful services and generous amenities. Lifestyle options include a continuum of care to provide peace of mind now, and also in the future should a...
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11 Floor plan available
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9.7
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65 reviews
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65 reviews
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Brookdale values their residents. It is evident in the kindness shown from the front desk, to the dining area staff, to the nurses, and management. They maintain communication with family members, and have...
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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9.6
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132 reviews
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132 reviews
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I have been down this road (assisted-living for an 80+ year old family member) twice. I wished I had been able to choose Waterman Village on the first round. Unfortunately, they did not have any...
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.
Waterman Village is Central Florida's TOTAL retirement/senior living community. Not-for-profit, faith-based tradition, locally operated, no off-site management company, no off-site corporate ownership. Truly mission over margin since 1989. Independent living homes and apartments, an assisted...
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9.6
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16 reviews
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16 reviews
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When choosing an "apartment" make note of the distance to dining room if you have difficulty walking. Only issue was the space in the bedroom with two walkers and having them handy for bathroom trips. 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.
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9.6
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22 reviews
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Staff are attentive, the food is good, many scheduled activities, transportation to medical appointments and shopping several times per week. They have various sizes of apartments to choose from based off...
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.
We believe that Orchard Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe and secure.At Orchard Heights our management teams live...
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9.6
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103 reviews
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I would say beautiful facility, great dining and food . Staff is hit or miss . Some are super nice and caring while others are mean and lazy . For the price I would recommend it . It is affordable and better...
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 just minutes from community hospitals and one mile south of Van Dyke Road on Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa Gardens Senior Living is nestled on the northwest edge of the city, just south of the farmlands of Pasco County. We pride ourselves in our continuity of care provided by experienced...
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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The Bridge at Ocala was an outstanding place for my brother. I will rate them all 5. I have never experienced such a caring group of staff people. They always excelled at making to family feel welcome too....
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.
The Bridge at Ocala, Florida, offers an abundant lifestyle for seniors looking for a dynamic assisted living community to call home.Professional and caring associates provide a full range of services and amenities including personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, nutritious...

Cost of independent living in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $3,781 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooksville, FL with an average of $3,473 per month.

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

Sumter County, FL
$3,781/mo
$4,184/mo
$4,125/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$3,781/mo
$3,934/mo
U.S. national average
$4,031/mo

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

$4,074/mo
Independent Living
$3,781/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,347/mo
Studio
$4,262/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,337/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,195/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,045/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sumter County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sumter County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sumter 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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Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care at Wiregrass Ranch in Wesley Chapel, FL

4.9
Each department were always very helpful. They were all very caring willing to help. The menu was the only thing that was hit or miss at time but the kitchen staff were excellent and the baked goods were always delicious. The nursing staff were very caring and gave good suggestions.

Pacifica Senior Living Ocala

5.0
I would recommend Pacifica to others, and I have. They work hard to make sure your loved one is taken care of. My brother doesn't have long to live, and they do everything they can to keep him comfortable.

Sumter County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumter County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter 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
26%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.6%
7.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumter 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 Sumter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.2%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumter 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 Sumter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.6%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.7%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.1%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
45.6%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
32.7%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48%
45.3%
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American House Wildwood, Azalea Park and Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See full list of communities.

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