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The cost of independent living in Waterbury is about $4,340 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 407 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.

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3434 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.9
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58 reviews
9.9
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58 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
19%
3 star
2%
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We have been at Stone River for almost three years and just love it. The food is excellent, the staff is very friendly and nice. We have our unit cleaned once a week which is wonderful. There is bus...
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.
If you're looking to live in a luxurious, exciting, secure, and convenient place that you can call home, look no further than Stone River Resort Lifestyle Community. With cooking and cleaning taken care of by our professional staff, you'll have the time and freedom to enjoy all the amenities...
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Photo of Élan Manatee Assisted Living and Memory Care
1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.7
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17 reviews
9.7
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17 reviews
5 star
94%
4 star
6%
3 star
0%
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0%
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After my sister had a health crisis, Elan Manatee was there for us! Their executives, [name removed] and [name removed] were quickly on the job finding us the correct apartment and move in date that fit 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.
Discover upscale assisted living and memory care at Élan Manatee in Bradenton, Florida. Our senior living community provides a serene and beautiful atmosphere for residents. We pride ourselves on offering the loving details of home and individualized attention. Older adults come here from...
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1616 Photos available
9.7
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63 reviews
9.7
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63 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
14%
3 star
2%
2 star
3%
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2%
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5 for all. My experience was the best all round. If I were ready to go into an assisted living that is the one I would pick. Staff was Friendly and caring. Went out of their way to make my relative and...
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 Windsor is a licensed assisted living residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. At The Windsor, we are dedicated to each resident's...
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2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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116 reviews
9.4
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116 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
21%
3 star
7%
2 star
3%
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5%
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We moved my father into Lakewood about a month ago now and it has been wonderful. Every time I visit he seems well cared for. He is always smiling and says he’s met lots of nice people. The staff are 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.
Bradenton’s premier senior living community, Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch, sits on 14 lush, wooded acres conveniently located off SR 70, and within quick access of Interstate 75. We are just minutes away from the exclusive restaurants and shopping areas of Lakewood Ranch.Purposefully...
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9.3
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35 reviews
9.3
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35 reviews
5 star
74%
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20%
3 star
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The staff and management are great. The facility is very nice and ultra clean. The thing that kills the place is the food. Breakfast is usually pretty good but sometimes they dont have eggs. Eggs should...
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 Cypress Springs 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 Cypress Springs, our management teams...
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1515 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.0
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118 reviews
8.0
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118 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
34%
3 star
2%
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My grandmother moved in to the Summit (formerly the Sheridan) in July 2022. She lived there until her passing in March 2024 at age 94. It was her third ALF since her stroke in 2016, and it was by far 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Waterbury, FL

The average cost of senior living in Waterbury is $4,340 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $2,395 per month.

Independent living costs in Waterbury, FL, vs. nearby cities

Waterbury, FL
$4,340/mo
$4,322/mo
$4,192/mo

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

Waterbury, FL
$4,340/mo
$4,993/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,374/mo
Independent Living
$4,340/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,195/mo
Studio
$5,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,161/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,095/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,025/mo

Senior living costs in Waterbury 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: Waterbury, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaterbury, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,340/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,981/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,374/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Waterbury, FL:$4,340/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Waterbury, FL:$3,981/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Waterbury, FL:$4,374/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Waterbury, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Waterbury 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 median 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
Waterbury, FL$4,404/mo$3,852/mo+14.3%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Waterbury, FL
2024 average cost:$4,404/mo
2023 average cost:$3,852/mo
Percent change:+14.3%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Waterbury

Recent reviews for independent living in Waterbury

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Freedom Plaza, a CCRC in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
Pristine grounds, commendable housekeeping, reliable medical transportation, local shopping trips, on & off site activities, pickle ball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard, golf, nature trails, fitness director, delicious food in seven locations, 24/7 EMT, golf course views, competent maintenance, in ...
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The Villas of Holly Brook Bradenton Cove

5.0
It is small, 24 assisted living and 24 memory care units. My mom is known by all of the aides, the managers, the chef, the maintenance supervisor, the therapy group. The director is caring and kind, not only to my mom but to our family. My mom's friends have commented on how nice it is at ...
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Waterbury independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterbury independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterbury, 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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterbury, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
71.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterbury 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 Waterbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterbury, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
57.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterbury 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 Waterbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterbury, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
71.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
85.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
85.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
85.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Stone River Retirement Community, Élan Manatee Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waterbury, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Waterbury, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Waterbury, Florida are Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Sarasota and Stone River Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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