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The cost of independent living in Whittier is about $3,718 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 164 options.

Read 2887 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 Palm Bay, West Melbourne and Fedhaven.

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Photo of Greenwood Place
99 Photos available
8.7
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32 reviews
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My mother is very happy there. We chose Greenwood Place because of the size of it. It's not that big and my mother is so confused that I thought she would not do well if the place was too big. I also chose...
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.
Greenwood Place is a premiere independent and assisted living community in Melbourne, Florida. Known as The Harbor City, the city of Melbourne offers all the conveniences and luxuries that come with living in a big city with a slower pace of life that its citizens love. Located halfway between...
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Photo of Alto Hickory Creek
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They are engaged, and invested emotionally and physically with the residents. Even coming back in late evening to be with the family members when the spouse passed away. They are so very accommodating to any...
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.
Photo of Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living
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8.6
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8.6
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Nice staff Clean facility Just perfect for an older adult and even couples. They have a media room with movies available all day tou pick and play on thw DVD player. They have games They have local...
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.
Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson is Sebring’s newest Independent and Assisted Living Community, located along the shores of beautiful Lake Jackson in Sebring, Florida.Our community opened on December 28, 2020Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson is a 4 story Independent and Assisted Living Community...
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Photo of Brookdale Vero Beach South AL
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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33 reviews
8.6
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Excellent service. Very helpful, supportive, compassionate assistance in helping us through the maze of choosing a facility for our sister.
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.
Live Life Well HereChoose our community for your next home sweet home and you’ll get to live life in a relaxed environment, letting us do all the cooking, cleaning and chores. You’ll have more time, and more ways to enjoy your retirement lifestyle. And because we have trained staff, including...
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Photo of The Brennity at Melbourne Senior Living
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1717 Floor plans available
8.6
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Sit down lunch and dinners at tables with tablecloths and a serving staff. A menu with two choices of entrees daily on the right side and on the left side is a menu of numerous choices "always available" in...
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 on Watersong Lane in Melbourne, Florida, our charming, home-like community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care living options all on the same campus.Enjoy the convenience of being close to local churches, medical resources and Duran Golf Club, while being tucked...
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Photo of Village Estates at Vero Beach
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44 Floor plans available
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I am here 2 months now. I have made lots of friends. There are so many things to do. I am learning to play Rummyque. My apartment is nice. Lots of room for me. I have found the staff to be nice and helpful....
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.
The rare combination of amenities, senior lifestyle programs, and attentive, personalized care and service makes for a senior living experience like no other at Village Estates at Vero Beach. Our community offers two, distinct living options, Active Independent Living and Assisted Living, both of...
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Photo of Salterra Senior Living at Melbourne
2121 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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The facility is very clean and the staff stays very engaged. They do tons of activities and seem very relaxed and friendly. The food and snacks are very good and it's a fun atmosphere. The only con is when I...
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 Harborside at Melbourne we offer a choice of lifestyles based upon your individual needs. We provide Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Personal Care, Short W term/Respite Care and a Senior Day and Overnight Program. Whatever lifestyle you choose, you are assured of our most important...
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Photo of Parasol Melbourne
11 Photo available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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I can't say enough about the staff here they are so accommodating for anything that you might need with your apartment or any kind of questions that you have about things going on in the building or you know...
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.
Offering uncompromising comfort and inspired modern dwellings, Parasol is a community for active adults 55+ seeking to “right-size” their current living standards with luxury amenities for enhanced enjoyment and increased opportunities for social activity, including a state-of-the-art wellness...
Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Sebring
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8.5
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The staff treats each resident as a family member. Also the administrative personnel are so pleasant to deal with, they never make you feel like you have a dumb question. The facility is always clean 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.
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Photo of Lake Howard Heights
1919 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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Staff is extremely caring to a point not seen anyone from the main desk or above contact me on how I'm doing if they don't hear complaints they forget your alive and living here. Main desk and dinning area...
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.
Lake Howard Heights is a premier senior living community, located on Lake Howard in beautiful Winter Haven, Florida. We hold high standards in our home for dining, activities, and provided care. Our community has often been described in the Polk County area as upscale, and we are proud to provide...
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Photo of The Gardens of Lake Alfred
11 Photo available
8.5
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Friendly, reliable And knowledgeable. Willing to help whenever I needed it I felt so much better and more eddies after I talk to you guys
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 Gardens of Lake Alfred is an assisted living community within the quiet town of Lake Alfred, FL. Our beautiful community is situated in a region full of citrus and palm trees with plenty of blue skies to enjoy throughout the year. Lake Alfred is a great place to reside and offers a wonderful...
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Photo of The Promenade
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8.4
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45 reviews
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Before signing any agreement, check what floor your loved one will have. It's three stories. Be mindful of their endurance to walk a long hallway and riding the elevator. My mom had a first floor apartment,...
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 PromenadeWhere healthy living and healthy aging go hand in hand!At The Promenade, our approach to senior care is focused on the individual wants and needs of each and every resident we serve. Here, you can shower on your own schedule, eat on your own schedule. Whatever your preferences, our...
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Photo of Celebration Villa of Winter Haven Assisted Living
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22 Floor plans available
8.4
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It's a very nice place. They've redecorated the building. All the workers there are very nice. My mom always says the food is good. Everyday they have activities planned for the residents. Sometimes they...
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.
Celebration Villa of Winter Haven Assisted Living: Putting More Living Back in the Senior LifestyleAt Celebration Villa of Winter Haven, we believe life should be joyful, engaging, and full of possibilities. For seniors who need a little extra support with daily activities—but don’t want to...
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Photo of Hidden Lakes Retirement Community
55 Photos available
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Facilities are a little run down. Room sizes are nice. Everything is clean. Meals are good. Staff is very nice, helpful, accommodating and usually on top of issues, if any arise. Social events are good. Rent...
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.
Like its name suggests, the Florida Baptist Retirement Center is an assisted living community that is part of the Florida Baptist State Convention, making it an excellent choice for Christian seniors who want to live in the charming coastal town of Vero Beach, Florida. Our residences resemble the...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Winter Haven
88 Photos available
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Such a welcoming, homey environment. They truly care about the guests living there. Activities are good and perfect for our situation as my mom moves into Medicaid. They are handling all the required...
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 Oasis at Haines City
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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They are easily accessible to questions. I can't compare but the rooms are a bit small. Brandi was always helpful. The one wellness director was great but she left.
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.
Oasis at Haines City isn’t known just for the friendly faces you will discover at every turn. Our community prides itself on its comfortable and inviting environment and our exceptional amenities. Chat with new neighbors who quickly become friends over hot coffee or tea in the elegant great room....
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Photo of Southern Life of Lake Placid
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My family member has been a guest of facility since [Date removed]! And we are very pleased with service she receives there, the staff is very friendly and always seems to be cheerful speaks highly of 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.
Southern Life Assisted Living Community is a warm, welcoming senior living community in the heart of Lake Placid, offering personalized Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Adult Day Services for older adults seeking support, comfort, and connection. Conveniently located near local...
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Photo of The Reserve at Davenport
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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.
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Photo of Grand Oaks of Okeechobee
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Extremely efficient, professional and informative. The management staff were so informative when we spoke on the phone and during our tour. The facility is beautiful, quaint and so homey. The interior of...
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.
Elegant Assisted Living by Trusted Health Experts Grand Oaks of Okeechobee is an assisted living community by the Visiting Nurse Association of Florida, an award winning home healthcare agency with nearly 40 years of experience in the field. With trusted health experts operating the community,...
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Photo of Brookdale West Melbourne
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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We're very happy with Brookdale West Melbourne! We toured a lot of assisted living facilities before deciding on Brookdale West Melbourne. I left the decision up to my mom. She chose it because of the homey...
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.
Brookdale West Melbourne is an assisted living community in West Melbourne, Florida. West Melbourne is a fast growing community located on Florida's Space coast. Brookdale West Melbourne has an ideal locations near shopping, banks, medical providers and is only a short drive from stunning beaches...
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Photo of Shell Harbor Retirement Community
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My mother-in-law is in her second year of living at Shell Harbor, and my husband & I visit her almost every day. WOW - it truly is worry-free luxury living! Everything is clean and well-maintained, the...
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.
Shell Harbor, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Murrell Road in Rockledge. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2021! Shell Harbor will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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Photo of Sodalis Merritt Island
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The staff has been great!! Sadly though, there has been some changes in staff that has made it less as desirable. The activities are super fun and I can't say enough about [name removed]. She is so much fun...
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.
Engaged living, a tranquil setting, and compassionate care are hallmarks of Sodalis Merritt Island, a community that encourages an active lifestyle and daily activities for residents – both on campus and throughout the beautiful Merritt Island area. With designer touches throughout, you’ll enjoy...
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Photo of Balmoral Assisted Living
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Staff is very caring and communication is great. Best we found in the area and after seeing care, we feel we did make the best decision.
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 assisted living that is designed to WOW! Surrounded by farms and Lake Huntley, Balmoral Assisted Living is a community that is both serene yet urban. Nearby is an active community with plentiful opportunities for shopping, dining, historic outings, and fun excursions. Each day,...
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Photo of Bethesda on Turkey Creek
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Overall, I like the care that they give my dad however, lately I noticed they have a high turnover of staff everybody seems to be friendly enough though. I liked that they were smaller than most places
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.
Bethesda On Turkey Creek Assisted Living is a beautiful and historic property that inspires tranquility and peace of mind. Our community features several floor plan options that include studios and one bedroom apartments. All await your personal touch! Our units are individually climate...
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Photo of Sonata Viera
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Their employees are top notch and how they hire such nice people is amazing. The reason I would not give them a 5 is probably typical of most Assisted Living facilities, but we have some issues with how...
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.
Sonata Viera assisted living provides compassionate and distinctive living for today's senior. Our Harmony assisted living offers a different brand of senior living, founded on an unwavering commitment to customer service and resident choice. Blending signature programming, technology, a...

Cost of independent living in Whittier, FL

The average cost of senior living in Whittier is $3,718 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Avon Park, FL with an average of $2,740 per month.

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

Whittier, FL
$3,718/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,862/mo
Independent Living
$3,718/mo

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

Studio
$3,298/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,774/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,168/mo

Senior living costs in Whittier 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: Whittier, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhittier, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,718/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,947/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,862/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Whittier, FL:$3,718/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Whittier, FL:$4,947/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Whittier, FL:$5,862/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Whittier, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whittier 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
Whittier, FL$3,512/mo$3,349/mo+4.9%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Whittier, FL
2024 average cost:$3,512/mo
2023 average cost:$3,349/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
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 Whittier

Recent reviews for independent living in Whittier

Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL

5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.

Overture Dr. Phillips 55+ Apartment Homes in Orlando, FL

4.9
The community is well run and safe, this is a healthy environment, and it's just like a family and we take care of each other. They have a heated pool for exercise and are trying to keep going with social distancing activities. I would recommend this community to others

Balmoral Assisted Living in Lake Placid, FL

5.0
All of the people here are very caring and kind. The director of nursing, [name removed] is very dedicated to the residents, she goes above and beyond and has made my stay so much better. She helped me through preparing for surgery as well as making sure I was okay when I had an infection in my ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities. At Grand Villa of Palm Bay, staff members are described as 'absolutely marvelous' and 'wonderful', and they go the extra mile to make residents feel welcome and comfortable. At Hidden Lakes Retirement Comm ...
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Variety of activities and social events. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at different communities. At Glenbrooke Senior Living, residents participate in activities such as 'senior rumba', ice cream socials, bingo, and crafts. At Windsor at Celebration, residents can attend movie nights, happy hours, and shoppin ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Several reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At The Barclay at Vero Beach, the facility is described as 'beautiful and clean', and at Shell Harbor Retirement Community, residents enjoy living in a 'resort-style' community with 'beautiful apartments' and 'gorgeous ...
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Exceptional food and dining experiences. Reviews consistently mention the high quality of meals and dining experiences at various communities. At Shell Harbor Retirement Community, residents enjoy 'delicious' meals, and at Spring Haven Senior Living, the food is described as 'simple but good'. Staff members make sure to accommodate ...
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Social and inclusive atmosphere. Reviews emphasize the importance of a social and inclusive community atmosphere. At Glenbrooke Senior Living, residents appreciate the friendly interactions with their neighbors, and at Grand Villa of Palm Bay, new residents are welcomed with open arms, creating a sense of belonging.
Accessible and accommodating to resident needs. Communities are praised for their accessibility and ability to accommodate resident needs. At The Brennity at Melbourne Senior Living, some residents have noted improvements in their care, and at Gentry Park, the Gentry Park staff 'response immediately to any issues or maintenance quirks'.
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Whittier independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittier independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittier, 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 Whittier 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 Whittier partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whittier, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.8%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
29.7%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.4%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.9%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Whittier 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 Whittier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whittier, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.7%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittier 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 Whittier offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whittier, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.3%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.9%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.1%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
45.3%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Addison of Narcoossee, AUS Senior Living and Grand Villa of Palm Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whittier, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 164 independent living facilities near Whittier, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Whittier, Florida is Windsor at Celebration. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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