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The cost of independent living in Sumter County is about $4,322 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 297 options.

Read 7895 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 The Villages, Leesburg and Wildwood.

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Photo of Legacy at Highwoods PreserveCommunity card badge
1010 Photos available
9.6
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57 reviews
9.6
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57 reviews
5 star
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Overall experience has been good. The staff has been patient and kind with our very difficult resident. Room is nice but not always happy with the housekeeping. But to be fair the resident refuses to allow...
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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3434 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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60 reviews
9.5
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60 reviews
5 star
47%
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3 star
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The apartment size is quite ample. The staff has been very kind and helpful from the housekeepers to the executive Director Deb! I've eaten meals there with my elderly lady friend and they've been delicious....
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.
Experience urban senior living at its finest. At Lake Morton Plaza, our lifestyle is sure to make you say WOW! Located only an hour from Orlando, you’ll find everything you need to live an active, engaging and vibrant life. Close to shopping and attractions, while still providing opportunities to...
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2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
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133 reviews
9.5
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133 reviews
5 star
63%
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11%
2 star
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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.
Sodalis Tampa is a single-story community located on 6 acres of beautifully landscaped land with opened courtyards and is adjacent to one of Tampa's wetland and conservation areas.This community offers affordable luxury and is just moments from the abundant conveniences of the Greater...
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77 Photos available
9.5
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23 reviews
9.5
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23 reviews
5 star
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The staff is kind, loving, gentle and attentive and they participate in the many celebrations and parties they have there. The price is all inclusive and includes toileting and showering assistance if...
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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9.5
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21 reviews
9.5
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Life for my 101 year old mother has been so great for her stay of two years. I will never be able to give the staff enough praises for their wonderful kindness and care. They have been so patient with...
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 American House Zephyrhills
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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79 reviews
9.5
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79 reviews
5 star
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I would first like to say this place deserves an A + From the first visit to everything in between has been top notch! [name removed] deserves a lot of recognition she is amazing! Every person we have delt...
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.
American House Zephyrhills is an assisted living community located in the gorgeous area of Zephyrhills, Pasco County, Florida. This community offers the perfect views and the calming quiet your loved ones can benefit from. We are all about independence at our community, offering the best care...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
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39 reviews
9.5
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39 reviews
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Positive friendly informative staff. To date no negative experience with anyone at the facility. Parents have been extremely happy with the food variety and taste.
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.
At Providence Living at Hunter's Creek, we’re known for personalized care that weaves each resident’s tastes, preferences and choices into the day’s activities, programming and dining services. Personalization carries over to our staff and team members who develop care plans fully reflective of...
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2929 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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57 reviews
9.5
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57 reviews
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It was an amazing and easy transition from AL to memory care, staff has been more than amazing and attentive. So happy with this choice. Her room is great , no worries or problems and everyone is friendly...
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.
About the facilityAmbiance at MaitlandIdeally situated in sunny Maitland, Florida, Ambiance at Maitland offers extensive wellness programs and amenities geared toward keeping residents active, engaged, and inspired. Comfortable, attractive living areas plus exceptional personal and health care...
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77 Photos available
9.3
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64 reviews
9.3
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64 reviews
5 star
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Staff was caring, helpful, and dedicated. Sometimes it felt like they were short staffed on the weekends but everyone worked really hard. Their community relations director is amazing. Facility is clean,...
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.
Safe, Secure, Perfect for a Satisfying LifeTucked away in a quiet, cultured corner of Citrus County called Lecanto, Florida, your future favorite community provides a special brand of assisted living and memory care services. Days are spent maxing out social calendars, exploring old hobbies and...
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Photo of Vista Lake
2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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90 reviews
9.3
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90 reviews
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Their focus is patient care over grounds keeping (as an example). The residents are well cared for and the staff are friendly and helpful. They really care about the residents.
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.
Vista Lakes offers assisted living options for seniors in Leesburg, Florida in our intimate single story building.Stroll through our lush courtyard garden, watch your favorite movie in our TV room or enjoy a book by the fireplace. At Vista Lakes there is something for everyone to enjoy. We offer...
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Photo of Brookdale Dr. Phillips
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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47 reviews
9.3
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47 reviews
5 star
45%
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3 star
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2 star
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When I compared with the [community removed], which cost the same amount, the Dr. Phillips location is so much more upscale and beautiful and location is better too for class of living and everyone has been...
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.
Choose Your Own AdventureAssisted living is all about living a redefined independence. We’ll handle the cooking, cleaning and other daily chores. You handle living your best life. To do that, you’ll have a huge number of activities and events available to you. Choose us for your next home sweet...
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Photo of The Glades at ChampionsGate
99 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.3
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67 reviews
9.3
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67 reviews
5 star
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Our names were on a welcome board the day we toured. Everyone was so helpful and informative. The room options were perfect, food is excellent and activities are diverse and offered all day. Dining staff,...
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 Glades at ChampionsGateAn exciting concept in senior living, The Glades includes three distinct neighborhoods offering choices for all lifestyles. We offer 114 Independent living, 73 Assisted Living, and 36 Memory Care residences.The Glades at ChampionsGate is close to everything you need....
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Photo of Brookdale Lake Tavares
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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81 reviews
9.3
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81 reviews
5 star
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I would give it a 10.. my mom is so happy and loves the staff. Putting her here has change the quality of her life so much of family and herself couldn't be more pleased. Such a wonderful place !
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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Photo of Alto Tavares
1111 Photos available
9.2
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35 reviews
9.2
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35 reviews
5 star
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My parents and family have always been treated with respect by administrators and nursing staff alike. They always want my mother to be part of the activities. Cleanliness - There are times it smells...
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 Osprey Lodge! We are Central Florida's premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities. Our standards for these services and amenities are upheld by our dedicated and...
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Photo of Tampa Gardens Senior Living
99 Photos available
9.2
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143 reviews
9.2
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143 reviews
5 star
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Food smells and looks delicious and most seem to be enjoying it. Apartment size is perfect and even in the assisted living side. Memory care side is also large. Cleanliness over all is good and we have only...
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.
Tampa Gardens Senior Living is a vibrant senior community located in Tampa, Florida. Offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services, the community is designed to provide personalized support tailored to each resident's needs. The community features a variety of living options,...
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Photo of Hawthorne Inn and Estates of Ocala
99 Photos available
9.2
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5 reviews
9.2
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5 reviews
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I answer "5" on all categories. Hawthorne has been wonderful to my husband. Everyone is loving and very caring and supportive. The facility is kept extremely clean everyday. The food is tasty and healthy....
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 Hawthorne Estates you will meet old friends and make new ones. You can start enjoying a life free from building and grounds maintenance. Imagine the convenience of no utility bills, taxes, or ongoing home repairs. More importantly, all you pay is an affordable monthly rent for your studio,...
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Photo of Marina Isle Assisted Living
99 Photos available
9.2
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15 reviews
9.2
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15 reviews
5 star
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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.
Our brand-new assisted living community is located on a quant peninsula on Lake Monroe adjacent to a 200 boat slip marina. In addition to being located on the water, our community is only 2 blocks from Historic downtown Sanford. As a resident of Marina Isle you will enjoy the benefits of...
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Photo of Vitality Living Spring HillCommunity card badge
77 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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162 reviews
9.2
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162 reviews
5 star
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The room size was great for chair, double bed dresser tv and other little table, they kept everything clean. There needed to be in my opinion more activities for the people to keep them alert. They good good...
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 independent living, assisted living and memory care community, Vitality Living Spring Hill is nestled within 16 wooded acres, close to the Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL area. Here at Vitality Living Spring Hill, each day is an opportunity to experience a greater well-being with a...
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Photo of Vitality Living Lake Forest
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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118 reviews
9.2
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118 reviews
5 star
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Don’t be isolated in your home, come live life at Vitality. My mom smiles, dances, and eats better than she has in years. So many activities. I love seeing her thrive at Vitality. The staff loves what 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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Vitality Living Lake Forest is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set on a beautiful eight-acre campus, Vitality Living Lake Forest is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from downtown Sanford, the Seminole Mall,...
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Photo of Brookdale Lake Mary
88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.2
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81 reviews
9.2
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81 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the staff, the activity director keeping my dad busy and not bored. We would definitely reocmmend Brookdale Lake Mary to other families.
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.
Our residents stay busy building beautiful lives.Choose us for your next home sweet home away from home, and you’ll enjoy exceptional assisted living and memory care options in Lake Mary, Florida. You’ll trade the stress and hassle of daily chores, and the worry that often comes from living at...
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1111 Photos available
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9.1
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94 reviews
9.1
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94 reviews
5 star
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I would to thank and recognize Debra Matranga at Grand Villa Senior assisted living community in Ocala Debra make a difficult time so much better My Mother had fallen and broke her hip she lived in an...
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.
Welcome to Grand Villa of Ocala, formerly Brentwood at Fore Ranch — now under new ownership, a new vision, and a renewed commitment to excellence. We are proud to introduce one of the area’s premier senior living communities, offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in a...
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Photo of Regency Residence by Sky Active Living
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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80 reviews
9.1
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80 reviews
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The staff is very much in tune with the residents. The food is excellent in both flavor and choice. Would definitely recommend this facility for living considerations.
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.
Regency Residence provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Just one mile east of the Gulf of Mexico, you'll love everything that Regency Residence has to offer. We're close to shopping, dining opportunities, entertainment and three major hospitals within a...
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1111 Floor plans available
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9.1
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49 reviews
9.1
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49 reviews
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Overall experience is a four stars only because it takes so long for things to happen in all departments, maintenance, and front office but every one is so nice and helpful, food and cleanliness are good and...
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.
At Azpira at Windermere, we believe that aging is to be celebrated. Our approach is going to change the way you think about senior living. One visit and you'll see. This isn't your "typical" senior living community. We have created this community to bring together the setting, services, amenities...
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Photo of Brookdale Lake Orienta
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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80 reviews
9.1
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80 reviews
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So far everything thing has been good. Staff is friendly room is fine. I would recommend to others. My experience is that I'm learning new things everyday.
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.
Orlando Senior Living at Its BestOrlando seniors, there’s exceptional senior living waiting for you just a short drive away in the vibrant suburb of Altamonte Springs. Whether you’re looking for independent living, assisted living, or memory care specially designed for Alzheimer’s or those living...
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Photo of Celebration Villa of Tavares
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
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48 reviews
9.1
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48 reviews
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I always found the staff very friendly and helpful. Dining experience is great, both service and the food and the options available to residents. Cleanliness is great. Can't comment for room sizes, only saw...
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 Celebration Villa of Tavares, every day is an opportunity to live life to the fullest. Our residents build meaningful friendships with peers who share similar life stories, whether it’s reminiscing about college days, retelling career adventures, or honoring time served in the military. And...
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Cost of independent living in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $4,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake County, FL with an average of $3,213 per month.

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Sumter County, FL
$4,322/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$4,322/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,566/mo
Independent Living
$4,322/mo

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,713/mo

Senior living costs in Sumter County 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: Sumter County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumter County, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,322/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,571/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,566/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sumter County, FL:$4,322/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Sumter County, FL:$5,571/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Sumter County, FL:$5,566/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sumter County 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.

Sumter County, FLFL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Sumter County, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sumter County 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
Sumter County, FL$4,017/mo$3,882/mo+3.5%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Sumter County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,882/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Sumter County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sumter County

Lake Gibson Village in Lakeland, FL

4.3
The communication between the staff and the family is good. They keep us well inform and up to date. I would recommend this community to others.

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

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.

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.
Sumter County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
39.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.2%
11.7%
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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.
Sumter County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
43.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17.8%
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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.
Sumter County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.6%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement and Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 297 independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sumter County, Florida are American House Wildwood, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and Windsor at Celebration. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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