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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Zellwood, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Zellwood area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Zellwood. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 30 independent living facilities in Zellwood, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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I have been down this road (assisted-living for an 80+ year old family member) twice. I wished I had been able to choose Waterman Village on the first round. Unfortunately, they did not have any...
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.
Waterman Village is Central Florida's TOTAL retirement/senior living community. Not-for-profit, faith-based tradition, locally operated, no off-site management company, no off-site corporate ownership. Truly mission over margin since 1989. Independent living homes and apartments, an assisted...
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9.7
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65 reviews
Brookdale values their residents. It is evident in the kindness shown from the front desk, to the dining area staff, to the nurses, and management. They maintain communication with family members, and have...
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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9.2
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33 reviews
Very helpful moving resident in and keeping family informed. Staff is courteous and willing to help with resident needs. I would highly recommend this facility be entrusted with the care of a loved one who...
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.
Our assisted living community features an excellent location in Tavares, Fla., known for its famed seaplane base and marina on Lake Dora. Our campus is located in a quiet neighborhood a short drive from downtown Tavares with its quaint local cafes and shops.You’ll find other seniors to bond with...
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9.1
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61 reviews
The apartment is spacious, food is homemade, staff are helpful and friendly and it is very affordable. I recommend Lake Ridge Village to others looking,
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.
Lake Ridge Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on five acres of stunningly landscaped woods, Lake Ridge Village lies in the heart of Lake County, 'Florida's Natural Playground.' You'll be just steps away from all the shops and dining of Eustis...
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8.7
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27 reviews
They have in-house therapy occupational and physical therapy they're an excellent group of people. I can feel myself getting better thanks to them. They have excellent equipment and big hearts. I would...
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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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8.0
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I’m a current resident here and I have to tell you this place makes me feel like I’m home. The food is excellent and they do all they can to assist you and make you feel at home.in my opinion I made 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.
Get the best-assisted living space for your seniors or for any member who is disabled and needs someone to look after daily life chores. We provide our community with the highest standard of services to help build them strong and independent. We bring for our people:
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8.0
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27 reviews
We had a great first impression with the Osprey Lodge - the community itself is just really pretty and it is always very clean, that stood out to us right away. The staff members and quality of care has been...
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 Osprey Lodge! We are Central Florida's premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities. Our standards for these services and amenities are upheld by our dedicated and...
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7.7
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66 reviews
My mother became a resident [date removed]. She came from Pensacola FL and had been living in a very nice facility there where she was happy. We relocated here to live near family. I was concerned about...
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.
Relaxation for Now. Care for Later.Our community provides a wide range of senior living services in Apopka, Florida. With three different levels of care, many of our residents enjoy the resort-style, relaxed lifestyle of independent living. Others need just a little extra help through our...
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We are now happy that she is in a good community for care. We like the staff who are caring and friendly. The staff is always available as needed. The menu is really very good and I like knowing that she is...
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.
Wellsprings Residence is an Assisted Living Facility serving the Orlando Metropolitan Area. The facility has been established in 1991 and is since 2013 family owned and operated. Please call to schedule an appointment to visit our beautiful community, meet our friendly staff and chat with our...
8.0
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1 review
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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8.0
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3 reviews
When it came time to look for an Assisted Living facility for my mom I knew what I had envisioned for her. I wanted a Bed and Breakfast type atmosphere with lots of social interaction with other residents...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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: 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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
Nestled among tall oak trees in one of Apopka's finest neighborhoods is the retirement community of Atria Wekiwa Springs. Our beautifully landscaped grounds feature a courtyard and a gazebo that overlooks Lake Cortez. It's a country setting that's just minutes from all of Orlando's attractions...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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: 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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Heritage did wonderfully. We were very happy with them. They were very good to her. She wasn't alone, which is what we wanted. I would recommend their community for sure.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
The Gardens at TavaresThe Gardens At Tavares is located in the beautiful and peaceful city of Tavares, FL. Our community is family owned and managed, and it offers a safe and serene place for seniors to call home. Family members visiting those who choose to live as a part of our 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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Zellwood, FL
The average cost of senior living in Zellwood is $3,956 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clermont, FL with an average of $3,803 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Zellwood
Recent reviews for independent living in Zellwood
Cascade Heights in Longwood, FL
5.0
Cascade Heights is a great place! 25 years from now if it is still good, we may have to go here!
The staff is super friendly and awesome
Just walking around the place. You can see all of the people that live there seem very happy.
The apartments are fabulous, full kitchen. His mom actually has ...
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Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL
5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.
Oakmonte Village at Lake Mary Valencia
5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.
Zellwood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zellwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zellwood, 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 Zellwood 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 Zellwood 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
14.3%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Zellwood 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 Zellwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Zellwood 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 Zellwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
45.3%
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Cascade Heights, Ansley Parke at Orange City and Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Zellwood, Florida. See full list of communities.
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