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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ave Maria, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Ave Maria area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Ave Maria. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 113 independent living facilities in Ave Maria, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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I have to hand it to this upscale senior living community and their employees as they have created the Ritz Carlton for seniors. I realize not everyone can retire here but it is incredibly impressive in...
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.
Renaissance at The Terraces in Bonita Springs is dedicated to providing the very best in senior living. That dedication shows in everything we do, including our exceptional, on-site health services at Renaissance at The Terraces.We work directly with residents to tailor a plan that works best...
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This is a beautiful property and is exclusively independent living, which my parents did not want to live in a CCRC, where Independent living and Assisted Living live on the same campus. The staff is amazing...
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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.
Embrace the next step in independent and active living at Diamond Oaks Village in peaceful Bonita Springs, FL. We are a unique 55+ community providing modern one and two-bedroom apartments for you to feel right at home. We also welcome your beloved pets with open arms, so feel free to bring your...
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My overall experience has been beyond my expectations. The place is very clean inside and out. The once a week housekeeping service is very good. I don't have to do any floors, bathroom or kitchen cleaning....
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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 Fountain Crest Retirement Community, you get more than an apartment. You get a home. Just outside your front door, you can enjoy one of the six lanai's for socializing or growing your favorite flowers and vegetable plants. You can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy three meals a...
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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.
Glenview at Pelican Bay provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Our Brookdale community delivers Inspired...
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I like knowing that my father is doing well at his new home. The apartments are clean and a good atmosphere for him to live in. He does cook his own meals. They try and offer him things to do within the...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heron Pond presents beautiful apartment homes. We offer affordable leasing, one and two bedroom homes in Lehigh Acres, Florida. Our community features a swimming pool, barbeque areas, libraries, computer rooms with internet access, wi-fi, an on-site salon and a fully active social calendar. Let...
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Great; well managed and friendly.
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.
The Preserve is an amenity-rich senior living community in an intimate, boutique-style setting, providing progressive, comprehensive care and personalized service delivered with exceptional hospitality.The Preserve is part of Hope Preserve, a newly developed health care network of providers...
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My mom just moved to Hidden Oaks, and she says she loves the activities and the staff. Everyone's really nice to her, and the food is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend Hidden Oaks to anyone looking...
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.
For over 40 years we have been setting the standard in Senior Living. Our commitment to family values such as integrity, reliability, and excellence is more than just a business philosophy- it's a tradition. Be sure to visit our web site at www.HiddenOaksSeniorLiving.com At Hidden Oaks of Ft...
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I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and...
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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, come on in!Fort Myers Independent Living is designed to help and maintain the quality of life for our senior citizens and those with disabilities by providing comfortable, clean, affordable housing in a way that promotes maximum self-determination and independence in a supportive...
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It is a wonderful place to live and to come here. They have valet parking here, maid service once a week, cleans the apartment and provides clean sheets, beautiful pool, activities for the residents each...
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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.
Extensive research has gone into developing a truly different, service driven retirement community that functions even better than it looks (and it looks amazing!) We believe that quality always costs less in the end. You are spared the unpleasantness of inexperience that frequently leads to...
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Mom is a professional complainer :-) but The Springs has been fabulous working with her and us to insure her safety and well-being!
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.
The Springs offers assisted living on a month-to-month private pay basis. This gives you the flexibility to experience Shell Point’s assisted living services on your terms. Welcome HomeFriends and family are always welcome at The Springs. In addition to each resident’s private apartment, intimate...
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My loved one lived here for quite some time. Cleanliness was ok, but communication with the family was amazing. I got updates on my loved one frequently, for big things and little things. I can't say enough...
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.
The Elite at Cape Coral is nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Just moments away from banking, shopping, and doctor’s offices. We have 79 apartments, and only two floors. A quick ride up our elevator and our residents and families can enjoy a lovely parlor on the way to their spacious studio or...
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Based on our experience with Palmview at Gulf Coast we think they could improve on the activities and just having more diverse activities. They could also have special food for events/days/birthdays.
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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My husband's care was becoming too much for me to handle, I then found American House. They took over my husband's care and it has improved both of our lives. Couldn't be more grateful!
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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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Orchid Terrace is a home away from home. It is warm and inviting.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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, 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.
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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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.
The Cove offers Naples’ finest Assisted Living accommodations onsite at The Marbella at Pelican Bay. Under an Extended Congregate Care License, our expert staff provides comprehensive healthcare and services for our valued residents. Our team of professionals is fully committed to the highest...
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My loved one was originally in independent living and it was fantastic. We ate there often and the food was really good. They have a huge menu of choices. We moved mom into assisted living and the staff that...
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.
The Carlisle Naples is a beautifully designed retirement community, situated on 18 acres of lush, tropical landscaping. Just minutes from the beach, The Carlisle offers easy access to world-famous shopping, restaurants and entertainment in lovely, picturesque Naples. Renowned golf courses, art...
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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 community is wonderful and the staff here are so great with their residents. There is a beautiful courtyard and my husband loves going outside. The event coordinator talked with my husband and found...
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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 independent living in Ave Maria, FL
The average cost of senior living in Ave Maria is $4,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,743 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ave Maria, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ave Maria, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Ave Maria
Recent reviews for independent living in Ave Maria
The Collier at Naples
4.1
Enjoying her new home. Happy with everything at this time. Clean and staff is friendly. Enjoying activities. Nursing staff attentive and getting PT two times a week. I am very happy I called your company and got info on the collier of Naples. Thank you also for answering all my questions and ...
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Seaside at Fort Myers
4.0
I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...
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Highpoint at Cape Coral
5.0
5 for all. Highpoint at Cape Coral is a wonderful place. The staff are wonderful, very supportive. They have so many activities every day. My father is a veteran and they have special events during the year to celebrate their service for our country.
Ave Maria independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ave Maria independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ave Maria, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ave Maria independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ave Maria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
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Availability of select dining options in Ave Maria independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ave Maria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ave Maria independent 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 independent living communities in Ave Maria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Frequently Asked Questions
Canterfield of Fort Myers, American House Bonita Springs Independent Living and Seascape At Naples are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ave Maria, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 113 independent living facilities near Ave Maria, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ave Maria, Florida are Canterfield of Fort Myers, The Palms of Fort Myers and Atrium at Liberty Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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