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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.
Hibiscus Oaks offers a senior living experience that delivers the highest standards of care in an environment that offers community and welcomes you home. We are nestled into the beautiful streets of Winter Park, just a few blocks away from our sister facilities, Alabama Oaks Assisted Living and...
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We were there for a week and a half before he got sick again, but the CNA's were very helpful. The administrator there, she was great. They helped get my father what he needed in the short time he was there....
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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.
We are a small Assisted Living Facility located on 4 Beautiful acres with Home Style Living and Serene Lakefront views,Our caring staff members have over 15 years experience in senior care
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I Love the activity director, she tried to get everyone involved and my Mom was hesitant at first, but now she seems to join in more. I feel they keep the facility clean and well kept and the staff is...
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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.
Upscale Assisted Living Care for Senior Adults in Historic Downtown Lakeland!-The Manor at Lake Morton offers assisted living care for seniors in the charming historic district of Lakeland. Our modern senior residential community is just a short walk from Lakeland's thriving downtown restaurants...
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The waitlist can vary depending on if you put a deposit down or not. If you are applying for independent living, the applicant will be interviewed by a registered nurse and a financial review before being...
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.
Discover Westminster Winter Park, an active senior living community in the heart of Winter Park.You'll enjoy a lifestyle enriched by exclusive access to the arts, wellness, and lifelong learning opportunities. Plus, find beautiful lake vistas; fantastic amenities and hospitality services to...
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It's a very nice place but really expensive. They also seem to be a little short handed at times. I toured it and was impressed.
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.
Spring Hills Hunter's Creek is an assisted living community in sunny Orlando, Florida. In addition to our regular functions, we are also a community of Alzheimer's support and care. At Spring Hills, our motto is 'Caring with a Commitment to Quality.' This motto reflects us in everything we do....
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Great place for your parents to stay but like any other place you must stay on top of them. If they know you are present, they will treat your love ones better.
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.
Angels Senior Living in New Tampa is an 80 bed assisted living and memory care community. We have 24 secured memory care apartments, 8 extended care apartments, and 48 apartments for assisted living/independent residents. Our memory care was designed in conjunction with representatives from USF...
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My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with Suncoast Retreat. They didn't require any kind of fees or deposits for our loved one to move in. Suncoast was willing to work with my pay schedule to...
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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.
Suncoast Retreat is a single story, 58 bed facility with an ECC (Extended Congregate Care) license as well as a LMH (Limited Mental Health) license. Both of these additions to the standard license mean more staff training and greater flexibility as to the variety of resident needs that can be...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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My parents reside at St Josephs John Knox Village the serving staff the nurses, and staff seem to have been there for quite some time which indicates their turnover rate is low. Michele Caruso goes above and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
St. Joseph's John Knox Village is an accredited Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Tampa, Florida. It offers comfortable independent retirement living with financial security. In our beautiful 14 acre gated campus, we offer Independent Living choices which include Lease/Rent or...
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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.
We are small, but our Hearts are BIG! We are here to provide your loved ones with a small but personal place that is a home environment. We understand that as our loved ones age they must have assistance with their daily living, but, don't need a hospital or nursing home setting. We are a new...
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Photo of Brookdale Conway
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Brookdale Conway is a nice place that feels like home. You get to know the staff by name, it's small enough that it's easy enough for my Mom to get around, and nothing is too complicated to get done. The...
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.
Built For One Thing: You.Our residents enjoy exceptional assisted living and memory care services in beautiful East Orlando, just a short drive from downtown, but miles from ordinary. Our community has a resort feel, providing luxurious accommodations, almost endless options for activities and...
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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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I'am satisfied with this community, my father is doing pretty well here.The community looks great, they do a very good job keeping his room and the community neat and tidy. The staff is very good, they have...
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.
Angels Senior Living at North Tampa was built in 1978 for the sole purpose of caring for the elderly. We have been caring for the elderly for over 3 decades and have a loving and caring staff around the clock available to take care of our residents. We come from a down home country background and...
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I would emphasize the value because it is a non- profit. Compared to other for-profit facilities that are competing for new residents, anyone who is on a budget could not do better than Good Samaritan. The...
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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.
"In Christ's Love, Everyone is Someone."Moving to our assisted living community means more than having a place to live. It means surrounding yourself with people who care. People who want to help you pursue your passions and live a truly fulfilling life.Our building is staffed 24/7 to handle...
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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.
At Angels Senior Living of New Port Richey, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our mission is to provide the best environment for your loved one not only to live, but to flourish. Our care aides at Angels Senior Living of New Port Richey provide assistance with activities of daily...
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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.
We are excited to show you how you can get superior assisted living or memory care at its best with all inclusive pricing.
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Excellent facility! Great staff especially [name removed]. She was very helpful in her presentation, tour and getting him into your community. She is truly genuine, friendly, patient, understanding and has a...
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.
Palm Terrace Assisted Living Facility and Adult Day Care offers private and semi-private accommodations at an affordable price for low to moderate income seniors in the heart of Temple Terrace, Florida. The community offers apartments with kitchenettes and accessible bathrooms. Residents also...
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I am thankful for this place for my aunt. We live out of town and she has lived there for two years and is so well cared for. They have wonderful activities; she loves the exercise and crafts. They are so...
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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.
Great American Assisted Living at TampaGreat American Assisted Living at Tampa is an assisted living community situated in the sunny region of Tampa, Florida. The lovely community belongs to a city that has been one of the most popular places for families and seniors to live for years. With year...
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[name removed], who oversees the community, is absolutely amazing! They go above and beyond, and the entire staff is friendly, caring, and wonderful to work with. This is a fantastic community with a warm,...
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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It's very clean and I would recommend to others.
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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Canterbury Arms is the best combination of care and quality of life in Assisted Living facilities I have ever seen. They only have 10 residents, the meals are superb, the staff is always ready to assist any...
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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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I looked for a long time for the correct care facility for my husband. He has been going here for adult daycare and respite now he will be transitioning to full time living. I am at peace because the place...
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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.
Braybrook at Bayonet PointBraybrook at Bayonet Point located in sunny Bayonet Point, Pasco County, Florida is a quaint assisted living community lined with gorgeous palm trees and white beaches. Bayonet Point is a small city so it has all the advantages of small town living as well as gorgeous...
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We are very grateful for the care and compassion shown to my mother at this facility. The staff has been kind, attentive, patient, and genuinely caring during a very important stage of her life. The facility...
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.
Austin house is located in the heart of Red Rock country in Cottonwood, Arizona. We pride ourselves in offering senior citizen assistance and provide them with the highest standard possible. Our dining rooms are amazing, and the overview of the entire facility is so modern that our residents feel...
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Westchester of Winter Park most definitely gets a 5 in every category. The staff are excellent, care is wonderful and the facility itself is very clean.
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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They always had 24 hour nurse on the floor. 3 nurses full time on 3 shifts. The food was mediocre but could have changed by now. The kitchen staff continued tried to make food to their liking. The activities...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $5,571 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brooksville, FL with an average of $4,433 per month.

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

Sumter County, FL
$5,571/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$5,571/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
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$5,566/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,544/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
$4,727/mo

Senior living costs in Sumter 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: Sumter County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumter County, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,571/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,566/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,322/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Sumter County, FL:$5,571/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Sumter County, FL:$5,566/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sumter County, FL:$4,322/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sumter County, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sumter 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 Sumter County, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sumter 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
Sumter County, FL$4,880/mo$4,692/mo+4.0%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Sumter County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,880/mo
2023 average cost:$4,692/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sumter 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 Sumter County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sumter County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sumter County

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.

Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL

3.9
The community is very nice. I feel relieved knowing she is taken care of and is starting to get acclimated. I would highly recommend this community to others. The only thing I think could improve is the variety of food offered.

Cascade Heights in Longwood, FL

4.8
I would recommend it to others. I told my mom that if I can live in a place like Cascade Heights when I am old I will be very happy. We picked this community because it was very good. Residents were all very positive about it.

Sumter County review score based on 642 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 642 reviews of 12 Sumter County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sumter 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

Sumter County review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Sumter County, FL12 facilities
8.3
Lake County, FL29 facilities
8.0
Citrus County, FL10 facilities

Review subcategories for Sumter 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 642 reviews of 12 Sumter County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sumter 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.
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Sumter County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumter County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.7%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.2%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.3%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.1%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.4%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sumter 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 Sumter County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.7%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.8%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.9%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.6%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sumter 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 Sumter County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.4%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
47.7%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.6%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumter 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 Sumter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.7%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.6%
37%
Room service
Room service
52.6%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.6%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumter 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 Sumter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sumter County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.1%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.6%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.3%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.9%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.8%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.6%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.7%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.5%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.7%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
56.1%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.4%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sumter 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 Sumter County protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Community, Serenades at The Villages and Village Veranda are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 345 assisted living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See the full list.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Sumter County, Florida are Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living, Grace Manor Suites and Windsor at Celebration. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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