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The cost of independent living in Waldo is about $3,007 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 99 options.

Read 2635 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 Gainesville, Penney Farms and Middleburg.

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Photo of The Gables of Gainesville
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8.8
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22 reviews
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They were fantastic. Love the whole team there. Ultimately my father wanted my mom home so she didn't stay long but she thrived there from day one. The team was communicative. I got pictures from [name...
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.
Experience senior living at its finest at The Gables of Gainesville — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Gainesville, Florida. Our charming community provides residents with a stress-free and peaceful environment where they can age in place. Enjoy the fresh air while...
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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78 reviews
8.8
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Staff was all very nice and helpful but not always quick to respond, particularly the medical staff. Food was good if sometimes bland; there could have been more fiber. I can't comment on activities as my...
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.
Here you can do more of what you love.With independent living, assisted living or memory care all on one campus, our community has care options to meet your changing needs. Here you’ll have the worry-free lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it.Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the...
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8.7
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37 reviews
8.7
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Shout out to [name removed] in maintenance for her kind help with my mom when her tv wasn't working. She spent time checking all cables and reset router then returned to make sure everything was OK. I really...
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.
From our tranquil and relaxing atmosphere to our luxurious apartments with modern amenities—HarborChase of Mandarin provides helpful and convenient services that make life easier and more enjoyable. Residents can enjoy a cafè latte just the way they like it, in our bistro or let our chefs delight...
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Photo of Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC
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44 Floor plans available
8.7
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18 reviews
8.7
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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.
Welcome to the best of both worlds. Senior living close to all that Jacksonville, FL, has to offer nestled in a serene natural setting. Choose the apartment or villa that suits your style and meander wooded walkways with sweeping water views and nesting ospreys and egrets. Cruise on our pontoon...
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66 Floor plans available
8.7
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246 reviews
8.7
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They have been very accommodating, and they go places every week. They are under new management as of [date removed]. They have made a lot of upgrades to laundry and buildings.
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 in Florida, Wyndham Lakes Senior Living offers a welcoming community for seniors seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community provides thoughtfully designed residences with private apartments, comfortable common areas, and amenities that support...
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22 Floor plans available
8.6
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54 reviews
8.6
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Everybody seems to give 100%. Rooms are more than large enough. Every time I have seen dinner it looked like a high class restaurant.
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.
Luxurious Senior Living in JacksonvilleOur residents have traded the stress and isolation that often comes from living at home for a life lived well. We handle all the cooking, cleaning and chores. You just handle making the most out of each of your senior living days. Our community is a great...
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8.6
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The staff is very nice. The bus/van take us many places. The special pasta night for the family, friends & residents was amazing. The public areas & our apartments are clean & odor free. However, we need...
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.
Redefining Assisted Living For Jacksonville seniors looking for exceptional care, our community is worth a close look. Visit, and you might find that we feel more like a great resort than what you typically think of senior living. Our community offers assisted living for seniors in...
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8.6
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58 reviews
8.6
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Excellent food service including in the room when necessary. Responsive management staff to fix any issues. Calls to family when we needed updates. I would recommend to others.
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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2424 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.5
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20 reviews
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They will love it at first sight if they are looking for a place that is tropical feeling and not in the city. And if they are golfers they will definitely like Westminster
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.
Enjoy an exceptional senior living experience near one of the nation’s most historic cities at Westminster St. Augustine. With a serene natural setting in World Golf Village and a vibrant lifestyle, we offer maintenance-free, independent living with the security of a Life Plan continuum. Choose...
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Photo of Brookdale Canopy Oaks
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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94 reviews
8.5
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94 reviews
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[name removed] the nurse we primarily dealt with on the dementia area was kind and patient with our family member, and with us. [name removed] helped us get him into Brookdale. My mother wanted him in...
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.
Quiet Senior Living, Full of LifeYour senior years should be full of life, not full of chores like cooking and cleaning. Your days should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people. That’s what you’ll find at this premier assisted living and memory care community in picturesque...
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Photo of Marion Woods by Sky Active Living
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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70 reviews
8.4
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70 reviews
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3 star
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The staff is great, and the room is clean. They have staff available to provide more assistance at an additional cost, depending on the level of help you need. Overall, the experience has been good, but...
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.
Marion Woods provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Bathed in the warm Florida sun, Marion Woods is an inviting and friendly place to come home to. We're also just a short drive from Gainesville and Orlando. You'll be happy every day with your decision to join...
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Photo of The Atrium at Gainesville
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.1
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39 reviews
8.1
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39 reviews
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I liked the Atrium but my Mom needed a higher level after being there for almost a year. Facility is maintained well and the staff was very friendly and helpful. They all knew my Mom by name and went above...
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.
The Atrium at Gainesville provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in a quiet corner of Gainesville, you'll love the quality of our facilities, the beauty of our grounds and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping, golf,...
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Photo of Brookdale Orange Park
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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65 reviews
8.0
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65 reviews
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Overall, the experience was mostly positive. Staffing on weekends seemed limited, and communication could be improved, as return calls were inconsistent. At times, noise levels in the hallways were...
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.
Putting More Life in Senior Living Your senior living lifestyle deserves an upgrade. It’s time to trade the stress, hassle and worries that often come with living at home for the enhanced life that comes from an exceptional community of seniors. Our community offers assisted living and...
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The facility is close to my location which makes it easier to visit. The facility is very well kept and the staff very friendly and accommodating. I would recommend them to others looking.
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.
Photo of Discovery Village at Deerwood
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8.0
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74 reviews
8.0
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Her current place is going through all new leadership. Before the current group, we got great responses and callbacks. The new lead person just started, so we are waiting to see. We do have concerns 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.
Discovery Village at Deerwood is a newly-opened purpose built, luxury Supervised Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community located in Jacksonville, FL.
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Photo of Brookdale Southpoint
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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56 reviews
8.0
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56 reviews
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Overall, staff were friendly, the facility was clean, good size rooms, great recreation directors, biggest complaint was food being cold - but they are working with a new dining manager who was making...
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 Brookdale HealthPlus CommunityThe residents at Brookdale Southpointcan enjoy the benefits of Brookdale HealthPlus, which offers on-site care coordination overseen by a registered nurse. Here, residents receive personalized care plans and assistance with chronic conditions, such as diabetes,...
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Photo of Starling at San Jose
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7.5
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13 reviews
7.5
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13 reviews
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I haven't really been there at meal times or during the day due to work. So that makes it hard to evaluate the food but my mom appears to be doing well, eating more than she ate at home, and is more engaged...
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.
Starling at San Jose is an elegant sanctuary offering unmatched comfort and vitality along the peaceful shores of Goodby’s Creek. Offering resort-style services and personalized care, this state-of-the-art community featuring luxurious amenities in a warm and inspiring environment is the perfect...
Photo of The Windsor of Gainesville
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Some things are disappointing and others are great. Immediately we discovered that the length of time for the meals was shorter than their brochures and even shorter than what was posted in the hall. Hmmm....
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 Gainesville is an assisted living community located in Gainesville, Florida. We are committed to providing residents with the care and support they need, including memory care. Gainesville is a vibrant city with much to offer to both residents and guests.At The Windsor of...
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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.
Photo of Willowbrook Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
WillowBrook is a privately-owned and operated assisted living community located in Lake City, Florida. WillowBrook provides the highest quality of care for our residents while upholding their independence and integrity. Our trained, compassionate, and dedicated staff create a safe, healthy, and...
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5 on all areas. Sometimes not always thrilled with the food, but that is the case at most facilities. The staff always seemed friendly and helpful. Sometimes at night hard to get ahold of someone on the...
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.
Hampton Manor at Deerwood is an assisted living community in southeast Ocala. This exquisite building boasts 34,000 square feet, containing 43 elegant apartments. The property features plantation-style architecture, as well as beautifully appointed rooms and common areas, creating a warm, yet...
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What I like the most about the Bartram Lakes Assisted Living community is the friendliness of the staff members. I have a great apartment where I get to control my own heat and air conditioning Everything 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.
Brooks Bartram Lakes Assisted Living and The Green House Residences is an ECC licensed assisted living community and memory care provider located in the friendly and upscale Bartram Park area of sunny Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida. Situated in one of the most desirable residential areas in...
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The staff is extremely kind and caring, From the moment we visited they have been upfront about anything that we questioned. The residents are cared for according to their needs. Everyone is treated as 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.
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...
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It's absolutely great! I think it's the best that I have every seen for someone in a situation like my mother-in-law where she just has social security. The other people that live there, some have been there...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Florida Christian Apartments Florida Christian Apartments is a senior housing nestled in Murray Hill, located in Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida which is home to NFL team the Jacksonville Jaguars. Museums, restaurants, shopping opportunities, medical facilities and more are all in close...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Waldo, FL

The average cost of senior living in Waldo is $3,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Starke, FL with an average of $3,007 per month.

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

Waldo, FL
$3,007/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,236/mo
Independent Living
$3,007/mo

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

Studio
$3,257/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,599/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,629/mo

Senior living costs in Waldo 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: Waldo, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaldo, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,007/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,207/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,236/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Waldo, FL:$3,007/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Waldo, FL:$5,207/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Waldo, FL:$6,236/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Waldo, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Waldo 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 Waldo, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Waldo 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
Waldo, FL$3,295/mo$3,341/mo-1.4%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Waldo, FL
2024 average cost:$3,295/mo
2023 average cost:$3,341/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
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 Waldo

Recent reviews for independent living in Waldo

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Hampton Manor at Deerwood in Ocala, FL

4.5
We moved my aunt into HMD about 1 l/2 years ago. Of course at age 95 l/2 she was not happy the first few months. All of the staff made her feel at home and helped her work through the move and new chapter in her life. She loved sitting out side on the front porch and in the front area near ...
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Bartram Lakes Assisted Living and The Green House in Jacksonville, FL

3.9
We chose Bartram Lakes and The Green House because of the size of the facility, it is smaller and I felt like he would get more personalized care. There were only 11 people here in memory care. He was not here very long, but based off of our experience I would recommend this facility to ...
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Waldo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waldo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waldo, 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 Waldo 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 Waldo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waldo, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Waldo 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 Waldo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waldo, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
37.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.2%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waldo 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 Waldo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waldo, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Addison of Oakleaf, The Barclay at St. Augustine and The Addison of St. Johns are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waldo, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 99 independent living facilities near Waldo, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Waldo, Florida are The Addison of Oakleaf, The Addison of St. Johns and Sodalis Jacksonville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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