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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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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: 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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My experience at Fort Caroline Gardens has been great. I think the value of the facilities and staff are beyond what I expected. The business is owned and operated by a family and I think they do a good job...
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.
As the largest city in the state of Florida, Jacksonville, Duval County offers residents of Fort Caroline Gardens assisted living community a variety of events and activities as well as a semi-tropical climate. Warm, sunny days are the norm even during the middle of winter, and, as an added...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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The community is incredible and the staff has been here for a while and you tell. Communication was good between the staff and our family and our family. They kept us well informed and up to date. I would...
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.
Plantation Oaks Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the city of High Springs, Florida in Alachua county. High Springs is located in the northern part of Florida, close to a number of state parks. This locale means that the area is absolutely teeming with interesting types of...
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You will not find a more complete package experience. Prestige Manor is by far the cleanest Adult Living home I have been in. The staff is more than just friendly they truely care about every client and...
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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Cost of independent living in Baywood, FL

The average cost of senior living in Baywood is $4,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Starke, FL with an average of $3,456 per month.

Independent living costs in Baywood, FL, vs. nearby cities

Baywood, FL
$4,206/mo
$4,070/mo

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

Baywood, FL
$4,206/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Baywood, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,490/mo
Independent Living
$4,206/mo

Independent living costs in Baywood, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,855/mo
Studio
$4,685/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,865/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,707/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,003/mo

Senior living costs in Baywood 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: Baywood, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBaywood, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,206/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,969/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,490/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Baywood, FL:$4,206/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Baywood, FL:$3,969/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Baywood, FL:$4,490/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Baywood, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Baywood 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 Baywood, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Baywood 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Baywood, FL$3,054/mo$3,112/mo-1.8%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Baywood, FL
2024 average cost:$3,054/mo
2023 average cost:$3,112/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Baywood

Recent reviews for independent living in Baywood

Seagrass Village of Fleming Island

5.0
Both my husband and I are now living at Seagrass Village. We are enjoying our stay. All 3 meals are provided, housekeeping is provided once a week, there are activities for at all levels. We visited several other senior living facilities. By far Seagrass is highest level of living. Best ...
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Anthem Lakes in Atlantic Beach, FL

4.7
It is a lovely community with good sized rooms. It is a nice place with well cared for grounds. The fees were a little more than we expected. Anthem Lakes is a community that is on the newer side and has been around for about 5 years.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities. At Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, the team is described as 'outstanding', and residents appreciate their 'great attitude and responsiveness'. In contrast, some communities, such as Las Palm ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At Grand Villa of Palm Coast, the Villa of Palm Coast has 'many activities to keep you as busy as you want to be'. The adaptability of staff to resident interests is also noted, such as the personalized activities progr ...
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Beautifully maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with specific mentions of well-maintained apartments and common areas. At Windsor Pointe, Windsor Pointe's 'beautiful building decor' and 'brilliant colors' add to the appeal. However, some communities, such as Silve ...
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Individualized care and support. Many residents express their appreciation for the personalized care they receive in their communities. At Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC, the dedicated chaplain, [name removed], is especially commended for her compassionate support. Other communities, like Holiday Atrium at Gaine ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Reviews consistently mention the importance of food in their overall satisfaction with their communities. At Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living, the dining room is described as 'beautiful and there's so much to do', while at Grand Villa of Palm Coast, the villa's chef accommodates ...
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Sense of community and camaraderie. Residents at various communities emphasize the importance of the connections they have made with their neighbors and staff. At Discovery Village at Deerwood, the feeling of 'friendliness' is said to be 'outstanding'. In other cases, like Las Palmas by Sky Active Living, residents mention for ...
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Baywood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Baywood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Baywood, 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 Baywood 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 Baywood 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
Nutritionist / dietician
31.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Baywood 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 Baywood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Baywood 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 Baywood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
47.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
41.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
47%
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