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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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Located in the Charlotte County, FL, community of Punta Gorda, Pascal Adult Family Care Home is a residential care home designed to provide a high quality of life to seniors. Punta Gorda is a small community of just over 16,000 people situated on the southern banks of Florida's Peace River with...
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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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Simone Williams has been absolutely wonderful taking care of my Mom, who has severe alzheimers. She provides excellent support in her home, as well as taking care of all her medical needs through...
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.
Simone Williams is a community that is situated in Florida. The community is just a home from home. In this community, we pride ourselves of high quality services. It is a community of its kind where residents of a very young age are accepted. It is a good place for the retiring people in the...
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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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This is a stunning community. The staff were nice and friendly. Mom liked living here, however they are not a locked community so she was not able to stay here. ThIs is a big community that offers...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
Rosie's Adult Family Care Home is locally owned and operated since 2005. State of Florida licensed. We provide dedicated homecare services on a temporary and long-term basis. If an illness or accident has left you or a loved one unable to perform daily routines, or requiring regular medication...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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 Eden Home is a place to turn when an elderly person can no longer participate in independent living. Located in sunny California, you will find that the surroundings are outstanding. With a park located directly across the street, there will be plenty of outdoor activities for any senior...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.

Cost of assisted living in Highlands County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Highlands County is $3,405 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $3,168 per month.

Assisted living costs in Highlands County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Highlands County, FL
$3,405/mo
$3,413/mo

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

Highlands County, FL
$3,405/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Highlands County, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,405/mo
$3,525/mo

Assisted living costs in Highlands County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,897/mo
Studio
$3,382/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,717/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,010/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,870/mo

Senior living costs in Highlands 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: Highlands County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighlands County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,405/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,525/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,601/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Highlands County, FL:$3,405/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Highlands County, FL:$3,525/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Highlands County, FL:$2,601/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Highlands County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Highlands 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Highlands County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Highlands 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 median 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
Highlands County, FL$3,552/mo$3,785/mo-6.2%
Florida$4,519/mo$4,316/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Highlands County, FL
2024 average cost:$3,552/mo
2023 average cost:$3,785/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,519/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Highlands 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 Highlands County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Highlands County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Highlands County

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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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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Family Extended Care of Sebring

4.0
Our overall experience with Family Extended Care of Sebring was positive. He was only here a few days before having to be transferred to another facility for a higher level of care.

Highlands County review score based on 92 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 92 reviews of 41 Highlands County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highlands 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

Highlands County review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Highlands County, FL41 facilities
8.1
Lake Placid, FL10 facilities
8.2
Sebring, FL13 facilities

Review subcategories for Highlands County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 92 reviews of 41 Highlands County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Highlands County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Highlands County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Highlands County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highlands County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highlands 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 Highlands 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 Highlands County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highlands County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highlands 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 Highlands County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highlands County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highlands 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 Highlands County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highlands County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.6%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Highlands 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 Highlands County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highlands County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.8%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highlands 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 Highlands County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highlands County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
2.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
2.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
9.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Highlands 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 Highlands County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Family Extended Care of Sebring, Balmoral Assisted Living and Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Highlands County, Florida. See full list of communities.
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