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10 Best Nursing Homes in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL

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Florida Gulf Coast University is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 30 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Florida Gulf Coast University, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Florida Gulf Coast University is about $4,992, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1157 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Florida Gulf Coast University, FL

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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.
Noble Senior Living at Fort Myers has been completely renovated with beautifully appointed studios and one-bedrooms. Also, you will also find many community spaces including a spacious lobby, common areas, a bistro, and a life enrichment center. As a result, you’ll enjoy the look and feel of our...
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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: Memory Care
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL

The average cost of senior living in Florida Gulf Coast University is $4,992 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moore Haven, FL with an average of $3,808 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL vs. nearby cities

Florida Gulf Coast University, FL
$4,992/mo
$5,041/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL vs. the state and national average

Florida Gulf Coast University, FL
$4,992/mo
$4,304/mo
U.S. national average
$4,985/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Florida Gulf Coast University vs. other types of senior living

$4,992/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,992/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,011/mo
Studio
$4,824/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,050/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,881/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,198/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Florida Gulf Coast University over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Florida Gulf Coast University

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Florida Gulf Coast University

Colliers at Naples

4.1
Enjoying her new home. Happy with everything at this time. Clean and staff is friendly. Enjoying activities. Nursing staff attentive and getting PT two times a week. I am very happy I called your company and got info on the collier of Naples. Thank you also for answering all my questions and ...
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Hampton Manor of Cape Coral

4.6
Would be a 5 overall but for the food. Really dad's biggest complaint was the food. The nurse [name removed] was nasty but they replaced her and she was great! I think her name is [name removed] . It really is a great clean place. The food should be better and that is a common theme at these ...
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The Opal at Lakes Park in Fort Myers, FL

4.9
The Opal aut Lakes Park has been a wonderful place for my mother-in law. She is getting excellent care. The staff, especially [name removed] is one of The main reasons we chose Opal. It takes special people to work with the elderly: this team does a great job!

Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Florida Gulf Coast University, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Florida Gulf Coast University that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Florida Gulf Coast University, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.2%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.2%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.4%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Florida Gulf Coast University Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Florida Gulf Coast University, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.3%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Florida Gulf Coast University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Florida Gulf Coast University, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Florida Gulf Coast University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Florida Gulf Coast University, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Florida Gulf Coast University nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Florida Gulf Coast University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Florida Gulf Coast University, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
51.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
0.4%
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Seascape At Naples, Gulf Coast Memory Care and Canterfield of Fort Myers are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida. See full list of communities.

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