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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cape Canaveral, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Cape Canaveral 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 Cape Canaveral. 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 12 independent living facilities in Cape Canaveral, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Whispering Hills Golf Estates, Eau Gallie and Indian River City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Melbourne, Cocoa Beach and Titusville.
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9.9
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27 reviews
I find both staff and admin to be extremely caring and kind to both residents and family. It is a very small facility ( one reason we chose it) so anyone looking might be disappointed in the lack of swimming...
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.
“CARING, PASSION, RESPECT in Assisted Living”, It’s what they do!Boasting 68 one-and-two bedroom apartments and studios, Cedar Creek offers the amenities of a booming community while maintaining the family friendly and personal atmosphere that draws so many to Merritt Island. “Upon becoming a...
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9.8
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15 reviews
At Sodalis, the staff’s professionalism and commitment to resident well-being stand out. Their attention to detail and care contribute to a positive environment for their residents, my mother being one of...
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.
Sodalis Merritt Island is Central Brevard’s premier senior living community! We offer spacious apartments, modern amenities, an exceptional care team – and an individualized wellness approach to caring for each resident.Enjoy chef-prepared meals, a robust activities program, and a variety of...
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9.6
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20 reviews
We moved in Shell Harbor when it first opened in 2021 and we have never regretted doing so. The facility is beautiful. We have a nice apartment. We feel very safe here. We love the people. Everyone is...
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.
Shell Harbor, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Murrell Road in Rockledge. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2021! Shell Harbor will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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9.1
Review score
25 reviews
The only issue is staff turnover and that is economic. It's everywhere but we would recommend Alura Senior Living to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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 Alura Senior Living, we understand the challenges involved in moving yourself or a loved one into an Assisted Living or Memory Care community. At our brand-new location in Rockledge, Florida, just a few minutes from the cities of Cocoa Beach and Viera, our priority is to help make this...
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8.6
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5 reviews
The facility and staff are great and knowledgeable.. The people who live there are also kind and look out for each other which is also a plus.. Mom had an apartment with a balcony which was nice.. The layout...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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5 reviews
Very nice, caring and helpful staff!
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.
Palace Retirement Home is an assisted living community nestled in beautiful Rockledge, Florida only minutes from Orlando to the West, Cocoa Beach to the East and Cape Canaveral to the North. Rockledge is a lovely place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends and family to visit. Our...
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: 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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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, 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.
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 Cape Canaveral, FL
The average cost of senior living in Cape Canaveral is $4,334 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Mary Jane, FL with an average of $3,874 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cape Canaveral, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cape Canaveral, FL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Cape Canaveral, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Cape Canaveral
Recent reviews for independent living in Cape Canaveral
Sonata Viera in Melbourne, FL
5.0
I would highly recommend. They bent over backwards working with us to get my dad back there after his horrible rehab experience at another facility. We picked this community because of the number of people (good op for socialization), staff friendliness, food quality, cleanliness.
Shell Harbor Retirement Community in Rockledge, FL
4.9
My parents moved in here a year and a half ago. They were immediately welcomed in. Everyone is so warm and friendly. The staff are kind and attentive. There are a lot of great activities here. I would highly recommend it!
Alura Senior Living in Rockledge, FL
4.3
Our loved one seems to be enjoying the meals and dining service and a big reason we chose this community was location, it is very closer to our family. We also were able to see them build Inspired Living from the ground up and its a very well built building.
Cape Canaveral independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cape Canaveral independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cape Canaveral, 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 Cape Canaveral 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 Cape Canaveral partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cape Canaveral, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cape Canaveral 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 Cape Canaveral communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cape Canaveral, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cape Canaveral 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 Cape Canaveral offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedar Creek Assisted Living, Sodalis Merritt Island and Shell Harbor Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cape Canaveral, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Cape Canaveral, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cape Canaveral, Florida are Cedar Creek Assisted Living and Sodalis Merritt Island. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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