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Photo of Windsor at CelebrationCommunity card badge
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
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56 reviews
9.7
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56 reviews
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16%
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the Windsor at celebration? Has an excellent staff , they are very caring. And will do whatever it takes to accommodate you. The meals are prepared properly. What should be hot is hot. I personally have not...
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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Photo of Sonata Windermere
1616 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.1
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47 reviews
9.1
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47 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
30%
3 star
17%
2 star
0%
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4%
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The food is not good, should be better. The staff is wonderful for the most part. The nursing/med tech staff could be a little more organized, they still haven't straightened Mom's pills out and we are...
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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Photo of Brookdale Dr. Phillips
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
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44 reviews
9.1
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44 reviews
5 star
45%
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23%
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20%
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5%
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7%
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I visited a friend staying here. The place looked WONDERFUL all decorated for Christmas and everyone seemed so welcoming and happy. The only thing I noticed was the food didn’t look super appealing and they...
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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1616 Photos available
8.7
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40 reviews
8.7
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40 reviews
5 star
49%
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3 star
10%
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5%
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I have lived at Harbor Chase for over a year.. I enjoy the people and employees. . The residents come from many places and lifestyles and are generally friendly. You can choose what and how much you want to...
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.
HarborChase of Dr. Phillips is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating activities, generous amenities and...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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152 reviews
8.2
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152 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
14%
3 star
5%
2 star
1%
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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
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.
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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Photo of Overture Dr. Phillips 55+ Apartment Homes
1616 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
5 star
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They were extraordinarily supportive in helping get our loved one through the paperwork process, and in working with her as far as budget as well as move-in date. They were very accommodating, which was...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Overture Dr. Phillips, a place to rediscover yourself in the comfort of your own 55+ active adult apartment home. We’ve thoughtfully designed your community to reflect all the charm and allure of its surrounding areas, with beautifully crafted residences and resort-inspired amenities...
9.8
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12 reviews
9.8
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There are a lot of activities. Insurance groups come through for presentations. Also birthdays are celebrated for residents each month . Called the birthday bash. Close to shops. Others will just have to...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Heron Ridge 62 Plus Apartments
3939 Photos available
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
LIMITED TIME OFFER: APPLY TODAY AND ONLY PAY $100! Enjoy waived application fees and a reduced deposit.*NOW OPEN > Affordable Apartments for Adults 62 Years and Older!Sophisticated living meets charm at Heron Ridge, our brand-new community for adults 62 years and older. Ready to redefine the...
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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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Cost of independent living in Bay Lake, FL

The average cost of senior living in Bay Lake is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Alfred, FL with an average of $3,073 per month.

Independent living costs in Bay Lake, FL, vs. nearby cities

Bay Lake, FL
$3,772/mo

Independent living costs in Bay Lake, FL, vs. state and national averages

Bay Lake, FL
$3,772/mo
$3,980/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Bay Lake, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,315/mo
Independent Living
$3,772/mo

Independent living costs in Bay Lake, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,913/mo
Studio
$4,829/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,987/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,135/mo

Senior living costs in Bay Lake 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: Bay Lake, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBay Lake, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,772/mo$3,980/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$3,969/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,315/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bay Lake, FL:$3,772/mo
Florida:$3,980/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Bay Lake, FL:$3,969/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Bay Lake, FL:$4,315/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Bay Lake, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bay Lake 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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Independent living cost trends in Bay Lake, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bay Lake 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
Bay Lake, FL$5,287/mo$4,652/mo+13.7%
Florida$3,345/mo$3,102/mo+7.8%
National$3,190/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Bay Lake, FL
2024 average cost:$5,287/mo
2023 average cost:$4,652/mo
Percent change:+13.7%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,345/mo
2023 average cost:$3,102/mo
Percent change:+7.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,190/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Bay Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Bay Lake

Overture Dr. Phillips 55+ Apartment Homes in Orlando, FL

4.9
The community is well run and safe, this is a healthy environment, and it's just like a family and we take care of each other. They have a heated pool for exercise and are trying to keep going with social distancing activities. I would recommend this community to others

Grand Palms Assisted Living and Memory Care in Orlando, FL

5.0
My Mom is very happy here! Grand Palms seems to be doing a great job overall! It's a very very clean facility, the staff are friendly, the food is delicious, and they've got a lot of wonderful programs to keep the residents entertained. I can't say enough about how much she loves it, sometimes ...
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Brookdale Wekiwa Springs in Apopka, FL

4.0
I like it, I feel very at home. Its big enough for me, its homie, need more people (men), people are doing a fantastic job, I feel like I'm getting what I'm paying for

Bay Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bay Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bay Lake, 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 Bay Lake 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 Bay Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bay Lake, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Bay Lake 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 Bay Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bay Lake, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bay Lake 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 Bay Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bay Lake, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
87.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
75%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Windsor at Celebration, Sonata Windermere and Brookdale Dr. Phillips are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bay Lake, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Bay Lake, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bay Lake, Florida are Benton House of Narcoossee, The Club at St. Cloud and Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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