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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Westwood Lakes, FL
The cost of independent living in Westwood Lakes is about $3,928 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 76 options. Read 111 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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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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Our mother is 100 years old and has dementia. We (both daughters) work and were not longer able to care for her especially at night, so we had to find an ALF for mom. It was a very difficult decision to make...
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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.
Las Mercedes Boarding Home The Las Mercedes Boarding Home is located in one of the world's most beautiful cities, Miami FL. There are so many different things to do in Miami, which means a senior will never have to worry about being bored. Miami is right on the coast and supplies all of the fun...
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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.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in sunny Hialeah, Florida, Modelo ALF is an assisted living facility that provides services including adult day care, respite care, and assisted living. Staffed with a team of professional, friendly, and caring people, we provide services specific to the needs of our residents 24/7. With...
Cost of independent living in Westwood Lakes, FL
The average cost of senior living in Westwood Lakes is $3,928 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Miami, FL with an average of $3,599 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Westwood Lakes
Recent reviews for independent living in Westwood Lakes
Courtyard Plaza ALF in North Miami, FL
5.0
We have had no complaints at all. They always send me pictures of her doing activities and they say she is very active. The staff are very good communication, they are always updating me and sending pictures of different things.
I would recommend Courtyard Plaza and already have.
Cutler Bay Village in Miami, FL
5.0
During our loved ones stay of [dates removed] we were very happy with our experience. The owner [name removed] was very thorough and detailed with things they do and how things are ran. During the covid spikes and lockdowns he was very honest and straight forward with the families. This ...
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The Sterling Aventura
4.6
My mom has been at The Sterling for about 8 months now. There is always an activity or class happening - exercise, art, chats to learn about different countries, etc. the activities director is also great about making sure residents stay active and social and do ‘t stay in their rooms all day. ...
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Westwood Lakes independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Westwood Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Westwood Lakes, 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 Westwood Lakes 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 Westwood Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.3%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.4%
32.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Westwood Lakes 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 Westwood Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.2%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.2%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
12.2%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Westwood Lakes 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 Westwood Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.2%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.4%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.3%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.4%
45.6%
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Seaside at Hallandale Beach Senior Living, The Peninsula Assisted Living and Memory Care and Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Westwood Lakes, Florida. See full list of communities.
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