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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Golden Rule Senior Living is a private, spacious residential home care which offers many options. We are owned and operated by care givers . we offer Long-Term, Short Term, Respite,Hospice and Daycare in a home-like environment that makes our residents feel safe, comfortable and incredibly...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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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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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
"Paradise Found" is a beautifully landscaped modern three-bedroom home in a lovely quiet neighborhood near Midway and Edgewater with pool, lanai, and tiki bar. We have a comfortably furnished family room with fireplace and large-screen TV, a separate dining area, and a more formal living room for...
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Cost of assisted living in De Soto County, FL

The average cost of senior living in De Soto County is $4,584 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Highlands County, FL with an average of $3,895 per month.

Assisted living costs in De Soto County, FL, vs. nearby counties

De Soto County, FL
$4,584/mo

Assisted living costs in De Soto County, FL, vs. state and national averages

De Soto County, FL
$4,584/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in De Soto County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,138/mo
Studio
$4,236/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,743/mo

Senior living costs in De Soto County 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: De Soto County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDe Soto County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,584/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
De Soto County, FL:$4,584/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
De Soto County, FL:unavailable
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
De Soto County, FL:unavailable
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in De Soto County, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in De Soto County.

What families are saying about assisted living in De Soto County

Recent reviews for assisted living in De Soto County

Alder Terrace Care Center in Punta Gorda, FL

5.0
I like the staff who are overly friendly. Helpful as needed. They feed you well. Encourage you to do as many daily activities as possible. I love it here - environment is great. Food is pleasing and tastes great. It is the involvement of home - everyone is always there with a pleasant attitude. ...
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Chelsea Place Assisted Living Facility in Port Charlotte, FL

5.0
My mother began her experience with Chelsea Place Adult Daycare, so it was a natural transition to Chelsea Place Assisted Living. She knew all of the residents and caretakers, which made the transition easier. I have also met all of the caretakers at CPALF; they love the residents like they are ...
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South Port Square, a CCRC in Port Charlotte, FL

3.9
The Apartment they showed us sold me on the place for my father. The health care Workers seem top notch. The meals seem institutional but reasonably Acceptable. The total Cost is a little on the high side.

De Soto County review score based on 4 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 4 reviews of 1 De Soto County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The De Soto County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

De Soto County review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
De Soto County, FL1 facilities
8.9
8.9

De Soto County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in De Soto County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in De Soto 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 De Soto County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in De Soto County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
De Soto County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.5%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.2%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.6%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.5%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in De Soto County assisted living

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 De Soto County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
De Soto County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.7%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.8%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.7%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.1%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in De Soto County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of De Soto County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
De Soto County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.6%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.1%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.5%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in De Soto County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of De Soto County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
De Soto County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.4%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.8%
37%
Room service
Room service
34.8%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in De Soto County assisted 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 assisted living communities in De Soto County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
De Soto County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.4%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.5%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.8%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.3%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.1%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
40.1%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
31.9%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.6%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in De Soto County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in De Soto County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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