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77 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.7
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66 reviews
9.7
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66 reviews
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It is beautiful. The staff is great. But it is more expensive than other ALFs. For those that can afford it, it is the best AFL in the Orlando area.
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.
At Windsor at Celebration, you will find an unmatched choice in modern senior living with the coveted Celebration, Florida, destination location. This residential, independent lifestyle features top-shelf, specialized services and amenities, cutting-edge technology for resident security and...
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4141 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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63 reviews
9.7
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63 reviews
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5 across the board!!! My father-in-law is extremely happy and so are we! We really like All the social activities. My father-in-law was much of a loner for as long as I've known him. Now he has constantly...
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.
At Grace Manor at Hunters Creek, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Grace Manor at Hunters Creek is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living and has been opened since 2019....
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1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
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126 reviews
9.7
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126 reviews
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The staff, care, activities, food and cleanliness all seem to be up to standard. If I could change one important issue would be the cost of the facility. Unfortunately my mom will not be able to afford 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.
Tucked away in the diverse city of Ocoee, Florida, Inspired Living at Ocoee is a premier assisted living and memory care community designed to offer residents a blend of independence, active lifestyles, exceptional amenities, and professional care. They offer high standards of care in a...
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9.7
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27 reviews
9.7
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27 reviews
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From day one of move-in this place has been nothing but spectacular. The staff are amazing. The owners are wonderful. The food is great. The location is perfect. I just could not think of having a better...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Atrium Gardens is a stand alone community, family owned and operated, dedicated to memory care. Offering an all inclusive, first class service for elders with long or short term care. We understand the challenges you face caring for a loved one experiencing memory loss - and the need for a...
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1818 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.6
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125 reviews
9.6
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125 reviews
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I've had a few obstacles but they have helped me every step of the way. I love that there are staff around all the time. My mom gets checked on often. Very clean facility with fresh flowers, good food 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.
Renaissance is an upscale senior living community in Tampa, Florida.Renaissance has been renovated with an upscale, modern feel and offers a continuum of care without expensive buy-ins. This multi-million-dollar renovation brings a renewed vibe and reawakened energy to the community.
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9.6
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57 reviews
9.6
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Overall experience has been good. The staff has been patient and kind with our very difficult resident. Room is nice but not always happy with the housekeeping. But to be fair the resident refuses to allow...
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.
Legacy at Highwoods Preserve is an assisted living community located in Tampa, Florida which is in Hillsborough County. The environment of this community is that of a luxurious resort. Residents will always have a variety of things that they can choose to participate in every day. From emotional...
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2121 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
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133 reviews
9.5
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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.
Sodalis Tampa is a single-story community located on 6 acres of beautifully landscaped land with opened courtyards and is adjacent to one of Tampa's wetland and conservation areas.This community offers affordable luxury and is just moments from the abundant conveniences of the Greater...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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79 reviews
9.5
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79 reviews
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I would first like to say this place deserves an A + From the first visit to everything in between has been top notch! [name removed] deserves a lot of recognition she is amazing! Every person we have delt...
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.
American House Zephyrhills is an assisted living community located in the gorgeous area of Zephyrhills, Pasco County, Florida. This community offers the perfect views and the calming quiet your loved ones can benefit from. We are all about independence at our community, offering the best care...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
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39 reviews
9.5
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39 reviews
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Positive friendly informative staff. To date no negative experience with anyone at the facility. Parents have been extremely happy with the food variety and taste.
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 Providence Living at Hunter's Creek, we’re known for personalized care that weaves each resident’s tastes, preferences and choices into the day’s activities, programming and dining services. Personalization carries over to our staff and team members who develop care plans fully reflective of...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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194 reviews
9.4
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194 reviews
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Highly Recommend Sun City Senior Living Moving a loved one into assisted living is a big step, but the incredible staff here made the transition seamless. The management team is genuinely amazing from [name...
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.
Sun City Senior Living in Sun City Center, Florida offers a vibrant, supportive community designed to meet the needs of seniors at every stage of life. Our community provides Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services in a welcoming environment that feels like home. Spacious...
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Photo of The Crossings at Riverview
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9.4
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80 reviews
9.4
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80 reviews
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The staff are always extremely helpful, always trying to assist in any way possible. The rooms were really designed for single occupancy, so it is tight space wise. Having a primary physician onsite twice...
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.
The Crossings at Riverview located in Riverview, Hillsborough County, Florida is an assisted living community also providing specialized memory care resources for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Riverview is conveniently accessible to Interstates 4 and 75 and sits along the...
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9.4
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58 reviews
9.4
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58 reviews
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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.
Our senior living community in Orlando, Florida, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you with all...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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56 reviews
9.4
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56 reviews
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Aldea Green is not the fanciest Assisted Living facility, but we found it to be warm and friendly, with caring staff. The staff facilitate resident interaction and are supportive of their needs. Nursing...
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.
Our community also offers "anytime" dining between 7 am and 7 pm where our residents can request made to order items from our "always available" menu which gives them the freedom to eat whenever they would like. This allows our residents to feel more in control of their day and how they would...
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9.4
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31 reviews
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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.
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
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When I compared with the [community removed], which cost the same amount, the Dr. Phillips location is so much more upscale and beautiful and location is better too for class of living and everyone has been...
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.
Choose Your Own AdventureAssisted living is all about living a redefined independence. We’ll handle the cooking, cleaning and other daily chores. You handle living your best life. To do that, you’ll have a huge number of activities and events available to you. Choose us for your next home sweet...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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The Certus staff is well-trained, professional and friendly. The food is of a high quality and healthy. The facilities are clean and the activities are frequent and keep the residents engaged. On a more...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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Food is good. Staff is good. I am never there during the weekdays so I don't know about the activities. The room is fine. The clothes are my only issue. He sometimes has someone else's clothes on and I went...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Caring for a loved one living with memory loss can be overwhelming — physically, emotionally and mentally. By reaching out for help, it’s common to feel a sense of guilt or doubt. When you can no longer manage alone, it can be comforting to discover a setting with trained and caring staff. Best...
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9.3
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Our experience with Belvedere Commons has been wonderful. The staff are attentive, it is always clean and the room is just the right size. There are activities going on all the time.
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.
Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community just minutes south of Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting, Belvedere Commons is a warm, supportive place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends...
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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28 reviews
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Every new thing we learned after moving in was a plus i.e. storage available for golf clubs, lab work can be done right here, voting done right here on site.
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.
Freedom Plaza: Assisted Living in Sun City Center, FLSometimes all you need is a helping hand, and that’s just what you’ll get at Freedom Plaza Assisted Living and Memory Care, the community for premier assisted living in Sun City Center, FL. We’ll help with all the basic activities of daily...
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1313 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.2
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78 reviews
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78 reviews
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Room size was good. We had a 1 bedroom with balcony, large living space, kitchen, large bathroom and closet. They had a variety of planned a activities and many residents got together for games. Food was...
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.
Welcome to Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace! Enjoy the sunshine while our community gives you the chance to kick back and enjoy the Central Florida lifestyle. Our senior living community is perfectly situated around the corner from the Poinciana Medical Center, and just a short drive from...
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9.2
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The resident care is very good. The food is very good. The common areas and rooms are well taken care of. They are clean and modern. I would recommend to others.
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.
From apartments with warm, welcoming designs to delectable anytime dining options and health and fitness amenities, your home at HearthStone at Nona Lakes provides comfort and customized support at every turn. Live each day with confidence, knowing that your individuality is celebrated here at...
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9.2
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4-5. My family member said food was ok. I didn't have any so I am just going by what they said. The staff was very caring. The sizes of the room was a little small but it worked out for us. They seem to keep...
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.
An approach to Assisted Living and Memory Care in Riverview that keeps each resident’s specific andINDIVIDUAL NEEDS IN MIND.
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1111 Floor plans available
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9.1
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Overall experience is a four stars only because it takes so long for things to happen in all departments, maintenance, and front office but every one is so nice and helpful, food and cleanliness are good 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.
At Azpira at Windermere, we believe that aging is to be celebrated. Our approach is going to change the way you think about senior living. One visit and you'll see. This isn't your "typical" senior living community. We have created this community to bring together the setting, services, amenities...
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9.1
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27 reviews
9.1
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I rate service a 5 I want especially to thank [name removed] and his staff wonderful people. It's a great place, I love the people there.
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.
AMBIANCE at Brandon, formerly known as Tessera Brandon, is a proud recipient of the Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best Assisted Living Community for a five county area for five years running, so know you are choosing the best place to reside!Ambiance at Brandon has 87 thoughtfully designed assisted...
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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71 reviews
9.0
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71 reviews
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This facility is absolutely amazing from the staff to the residents. You mist see how beautiful this facility is in person. The management staff is absolutely phenomenal with families and residents..........
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.
The Canopy at Walden Woods is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness.Assisted LivingWhether you...
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Cost of nursing homes in Polk County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Florida is $6,190 per month as compared to $5,847 in the United States.

Nursing homes costs in Polk County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,732/mo
Private
$4,870/mo

Senior living costs in Florida vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeFloridaU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$6,190/mo$5,847/mo5.9% above national median
Assisted Living$4,853/mo$5,830/mo16.8% below national median
Memory Care$5,704/mo$6,999/mo18.5% below national median
Independent Living$3,640/mo$3,520/mo3.4% above national median
Nursing Homes
Florida:$6,190/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Cost difference:5.9% above national median
Assisted Living
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:16.8% below national median
Memory Care
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:18.5% below national median
Independent Living
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:3.4% above national median
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Nursing homes costs in Polk County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Polk County 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.

Polk County, FLFL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Polk County, FL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Polk County 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
Polk County, FL$4,681/mo$4,758/mo-1.6%
Florida$5,114/mo$4,949/mo+3.3%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Polk County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,681/mo
2023 average cost:$4,758/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
Florida
2024 average cost:$5,114/mo
2023 average cost:$4,949/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Polk County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Polk County

Courtyards of Orlando

5.0
The therapists are good. I feel at home here. The nurses and staff are very friendly and the meals are good.

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Lighthouse Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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Polk County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polk County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polk County, 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 Polk County 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 Polk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polk County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.4%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.7%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.8%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.8%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.9%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Polk County 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 Polk County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Polk County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.6%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.8%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polk County 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 Polk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polk County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Polk County 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 Polk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polk County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
38%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Polk County 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 Polk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polk County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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