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The cost of independent living in Watson is about $4,770 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 195 options. Read 3947 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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My father is living in the memory care site and the staffs are very professional caring and patience. I love this place for my father I feel grateful that the admisión process was fast and ethical. Love this...
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.
Living at Cresthaven, you'll maintain the independence you desire, while benefiting from an array of quality services that give you more time to experience an active lifestyle. Cresthaven offers an active lifestyle for people of all ages in a location you'll say feels 'just like home.' We are...
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My husband is doing fine here. So far I don't have any complaints in regards to the community or the staff. He is being well taken care of. The food is fine he is eating. The staff is fine very professional...
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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The sides are all amazingly caring and concerned...there is a new talented chef in the kitchen...and our apts are kept immaculate...I was apprehensive about my garments being washed and wrinkled...they 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.
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I'm now living at Colonial Assisted living, 2090 N. Congress Ave, West Palm Beach FL. It's like Being home. They have everything for the older generation to do. The staff and employees are so professional...
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.
Colonial Assisted Living and memory and Alzheimer's care residence in West Palm can accommodate just over 100 residents. The Colonial Skilled Nursing Facility and rehabilitation center is small and intimate allowing for optimal care with only 30 residents. The entire community offers personal...
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Office staff, Jo, was friendly, helpful, and curious.
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.
Riverview House is a senior housing community nestled in sunny Lake Worth, Palm Beach County, FL. Regardless of whether you live in the area or plan on coming for a visit, there are tons of different activities for the entire family to enjoy. From making the trek to Disney to heading over to...
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I like living in this nice community. The community is clean and I like how. The menu is very good and I like the variety. They offer me activities like I like to participate in. This is a nice place to live...
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.
Brookdale North Boynton Beach is an exceptional independent living community for seniors in Boynton Beach, Florida. Our community sits on 17 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with gorgeous views of a nearby golf course, lakes and fountains. And we are conveniently nearby shopping and...
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City Walk is a very appropriate place for those needing support and supervision. It has a range of cage levels, allowing the more independent to have access to a bustling downtown area, with multiple music...
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.
City Walk Assisted Living is centrally located in downtown West Palm with direct access to City Place with all it's amenities, Government Services, Parks, Museums and of course the inter coastal and beautiful ocean beaches nearby.With over 30 years of history and experience, we understand the...
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I elected to come here because of the high rating at Delray Medical Center. This is the second rehab I VOLUNTARILY WENT TO. I fractured in 3 places thru a fall my upper left arm. Dr. [name removed]was and...
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.
This newly renovated, resort-style community strives to exceed expectations of what senior living looks like. From its attractive modern style to its luxurious amenities, Cascades at Delray Beach is designed for its residents to continue pursuing their own interests and passions.
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The family run Active Senior Living Residence is an answer to prayer for our family. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Every resident we spoke to say they are very happy with the wonder staff and surroundings. ...
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.
Active Senior Living Residence meets more than the basic needs of its residents. Our family has more than 25 years of experience seeing to your loved ones care and your peace of mind. We are family owned and operated. Our unique home provides a garden walk up setting for your relatives to enjoy....
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My mother has lived at Regal Park for 1 year and 3 months and it is with tears of appreciation I share. The staff is amazing and are true angels on earth. [Removed] a care giver in the evenings never stops...
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.
Oasis at Boynton Beach provides all residents with the care and support that they need as they go about each day. Our staff provide 24-hour supervision and care and they are committed to the well being of our residents.
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We are very impressed with how friendly all of the residents are here. The staff is also phenomenal. The apartment sizes are spacious, beautiful, and they totally renovate them before you move in. I would...
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.
The Waterford first opened their doors in 1982. Life Care at The Waterford protects you and your estate against many of health care's rising costs. Once you're approved for Life Care, you can look forward to predictable monthly expenses. Our health center proudly received the Bronze National...
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My mother has been in the Caring Village Facility for over six years now. Honestly at 92, I don’t think she’d be around if it were not for her care there. Every time I go to visit I am so impressed by 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.
EXCELLENT ALTERNATIVE TO A NURSING HOME!VIP Care Pavilion is a personalized, secured, family owned and operated Assisted Living Facility, specializing in the care of seniors with Alzheimer's and other memory disorders as well as mobility impairment. Owner Scott Colton and Alzheimer’s Advocate...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Mama Llama Residence 2 is a shining example of modern elegance and thoughtful design. This brand-new building is a luxurious haven where seniors truly flourish. Its architectural beauty and carefully crafted interior make it a place that radiates both style and comfort.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
Labelle Commons is a beautiful senior housing community located in the lovely city of LaBelle, Hendry County, Florida. This small and beautiful city is the perfect location to settle down in for any senior looking for the beauty of nature as well as the convenience of city life. Known as the...
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
Okeechobee Commons Apartments is beautiful place for anyone to live.  Luckily for you though, only individuals that are at least 55 years young are allowed to experience the luxuries we have to offer.  Right now we have gorgeous, new one bedroom...

Cost of independent living in Watson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Watson is $4,770 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,882 per month.

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

Watson, FL
$4,770/mo
$4,541/mo
$4,762/mo

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

Watson, FL
$4,770/mo
$4,247/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$5,164/mo
Independent Living
$4,770/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,838/mo
Studio
$3,564/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,371/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,487/mo

Senior living costs in Watson 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: Watson, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatson, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,770/mo$4,247/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,438/mo$4,129/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,164/mo$4,596/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Watson, FL:$4,770/mo
Florida:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Watson, FL:$4,438/mo
Florida:$4,129/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Watson, FL:$5,164/mo
Florida:$4,596/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Watson, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Watson 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
Watson, FL$3,544/mo$3,656/mo-3.1%
Florida$3,399/mo$3,304/mo+2.9%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Watson, FL
2024 average cost:$3,544/mo
2023 average cost:$3,656/mo
Percent change:-3.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,399/mo
2023 average cost:$3,304/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Watson

Recent reviews for independent living in Watson

Courtyard Gardens of Jupiter

5.0
I rate them 5 again, I still love them for all I did from the beginning. But I just wish we could find somewhere closer to Hobe Sound for the same cost as we were able through Courtyard Gardens to get her on Medicaid which was a help with cost of her living at Courtyard Gardens, but we would ...
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Oasis at Margate

4.3
Nice small older community with spacious rooms, some have pretty lake view with porch and kitchens. Large bright dining area with chefs food very good and has variety. Small community so you don't get lost in shuffle and get more personal attention. Staff and management very caring and ...
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Colliers at Greenacres

4.8
My mom is really happy with the care that she is getting here. The staff is very nice and helpful. She is offered alot of activities to stay active. The meals are good and she seems to be very happy with the variety. I would recommend the great care that is given here.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affordable pricing with excellent value. Many reviews mention the reasonable pricing at various communities, such as Stratford Court and Palomino Gardens, enhancing the feeling of value for residents and their families. The wide range of included amenities, like three delicious meals a day and social activities, add to the sense of wor ...
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Friendly and inviting staff and community atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the warm and welcoming nature of staff and residents at communities like Verena at Delray and Elison of Lake Worth. The open and inclusive environment fosters a sense of camaraderie and belonging among residents.
Wide array of activities to accommodate various interests. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered in communities, such as Mariposa and Forum at Deer Creek. From bingo and card games to movies and outings, there's something for everyone to stay engaged and active.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents express their appreciation for the quality food and dining experiences at communities. Examples include Brookdale West Palm Beach and Palomino Gardens, where the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Properly maintained interior spaces and grounds. Communities like Meridian and Stratford Court are frequently commended for their cleanliness and upkeep. Residents appreciate the well-maintained living spaces, both private and communal, as well as the beautifully landscaped grounds.
Consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews contain numerous mentions of open and frequent communication between community staff and families. At Palomino Gardens and Verena at Delray, for example, staff members regularly update families on their loved ones' care and well-being.
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Watson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watson, 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 Watson 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 Watson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watson, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.1%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.2%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.2%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Watson 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 Watson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watson, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
46.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watson 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 Watson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watson, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.2%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.4%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.5%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.1%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
46.8%
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