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Photo of Regency Park Assisted Living
1717 Photos available
8.3
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34 reviews
8.3
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34 reviews
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The executive director [name removed] and the case manager [name removed] had done excellent job for settled down everything for a new resident like my husband , and these care givers are very patient...
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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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Photo of Sunflower Springs LLC
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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I moved my father into the building about two months ago. [name removed] was great showing us around and really listened to what we needed. My dad was in rehab and [name removed] assured us that we would do...
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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Photo of Madison at Clermont
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
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Overall a very good experience. Only complaint would be cleaning of the individual rooms I would recommend it overall to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
Welcome to Madison At ClermontSeniors from Clermont and surrounding areas such as Orlando choose our community for exceptional assisted living and memory care services.Vibrancy and charm are what separate Madison at Clermont from other communities. When seniors and their families visit us, they...
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Everyone there was great, from management to the aides to the dining room staff. I would absolutely recommend this community to others.
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.
Located on 28 beautifully landscaped acres complete with paved and lighted walking paths. The Residence at Timber Pines Features Three Distinct Levels of LivingIndependent livingAssisted livingMemory CareThe Residence at Timber Pines opened in 2000 and is owned by The Goodman Group. The Goodman...
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Photo of Madison at Ocoee
1919 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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Been very happy with the experience at Madison Ocoee and the main thing is my brother-in-law feels safe there and he is very happy there. The one thing should've done was get him a single bed instead of a...
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.
Care for Now and LaterOur community provides exceptional assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Ocoee, Florida. We are centrally located in West Orlando just minutes away from downtown Orlando, close enough to the city for day visits but far enough away to escape the noise. We are...
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77 Floor plans available
8.0
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We visited three retirement communities for my mother and nothing compared to Lake Port Square. The facilities are amazing and the staff could not be more accommodating. Even after you move in the staff is...
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.
At Lake Port Square a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our...
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My MIL was not here long, but for the time there, we witnessed caring staff. The room was as welcoming as possible, with options for us to make it more homey. Staff was kind and gentle and caring. I...
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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Photo of The Opal at Spring Hill
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.9
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35 reviews
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I am a resident of your quiet, clean, and friendly facility, I've learned to call my home. I went away for a while and was so unhappy I just wanted to come home and was welcomed back with open arms. However,...
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.
Welcome to your new home base. Our community is carefully built to give you that welcome home feeling. From your four choices for apartment floor plans to our wide range of warm, inviting community gathering spaces, you’ll always have great ways to spend your days, and great people to spend...
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Photo of Angels Senior Living at Connerton Court
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My husband and I really appreciate the opportunity to have [name removed]'s services while we were able to take a much-needed break. It had been very difficult caring for my mother-in-law in our home. We...
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.
Connerton Court strives to provide an assisted living community to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of its residents, embracing 'excellence' as its only acceptable standard. Our facility features a chapel, movie theater, and activity rooms for games, arts and crafts, or exercise....
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Photo of The Harrison of Wildwood
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32 reviews
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I can say my dad is settled and seems content so that is great getting him into the rotation of house cleaning and laundry took a bit and communication was a challenge so that is why 4 not 5. I would...
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.
The Harrison of Wildwood is nestled near the master-planned community of The Villages in Wildwood, FL. Welcome to your new home for exceptional assisted living and memory care services. We also provide respite care for short-term stays and hold an Extended Congregate Care License, which allows...
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Photo of Brookdale Altamonte Springs
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.8
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74 reviews
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74 reviews
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One concern is that there does not appear to be a program specifically designed to help new residents acclimate to the transition into assisted living. However, we chose this community over others because 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.
Building a Life of Redefined IndependenceIf you have the idea that your senior lifestyle has to be filled with chores, cooking, cleaning, and the stress that comes from home ownership and living alone, you should visit our vibrant community. Here, you’ll see what life lived well can look like for...
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Photo of A Banyan Residence
2020 Photos available
7.8
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37 reviews
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The more communal aspects were very nice. We toured so many memory care sections of beautiful facilities but that area always felt like jail-no matter how nice the rest of it was. That my mom was able to...
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.
In short, we’re a family-run property that’s here to create a home-like environment for our residents. Our Villages location was custom designed and built in 2021 with the experience of over 25 years in assisted living and memory care. We offer an outdoor living concept where all our residential...
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Photo of Keystone Place at Terra Bella
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.7
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25 reviews
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Love the other residents. Very friendly and I play games with several groups of people. I like the food but some say it has gone down hill. I tend to think it is overpriced but I love the outdoor balcony...
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.
Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Terra Bella, we guarantee you will be both inspired and enabled to do just that!Located on a beautifully landscaped campus in Land O' Lakes, Florida, our senior living community is committed to providing...
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Photo of Village on the Green a CCRC
1313 Photos available
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The staff was very professional. What I mean is that they accommodated every request we had. For example, they arranged for my husband to speak to the head chef and sous chef regarding his special diet for...
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.
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Photo of Salishan Retirement
2020 Photos available
7.3
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22 reviews
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My mother-in-law really likes it. My aunt complains that the food is salty. Apparently the dining room is going to be without air conditioning for up to four months so that's an inconvenience.
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.
We believe that Salishan is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Salishan, our management teams live on-site, and are available 24 hours a...
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Photo of Highland Place
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5.5
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The staff is friendly. However, the room she moved into had a broken fan in the bathroom before she moved in. We were told it would be fixed shortly, but it's been over a year and it still hasn't been fixed....
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.
Highland Place is located in the lovely town of Inverness, Florida. Inverness is in a beautiful wooded area of Florida and is known for its many festivals and celebrations held throughout the year. Highland Place is located on the east end of town just two miles west of Henderson Lake. Highland...
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Photo of Marion Oaks Assisted Living
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My family is very pleased and grateful with the place we chose for mom. It is a very clean smelling and new establishment. We do see that they offer the residents a varied menu of activities. They do...
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.
Marion Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the peaceful area of Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Our caring community offers care for residents suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's, while still providing them with the quality lifestyle they deserve. We are surrounded...
Photo of Grand Living at Citrus Hills
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First, you should know that my mother never moved into Grand Living, so this is only based on my experience with staff and in-processing. No score for meals/activities, but looked impressive though. Value...
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Citrus Hills — where the search for a remarkable all-inclusive senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care...
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Photo of Lady Lake Senior Living
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Value was a big one and that's not just saying it was cheap. The care was exactly what she needed with no fluff, even though we didn't recognize that at first. It was clean, it was safe and she was kept...
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Lady Lake Senior Living is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set in picturesque Lake County, Lady Lake Senior Living is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from an abundance of recreation, entertainment, and...
Photo of Elan Buena Vista
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We chose Elan Buena Vista because of the newness of the facility and the flexibility with signing on. The room sizes here are good for her needs. I would tell others that they do have a nice garden area and...
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.
Photo of Springs of Lady Lake
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They are timely, and they have gone out of their way to try to help us. We haven't had any issues, and they have worked to make it a good experience and provide good care. They seem to have a lot 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.
Photo of Watercrest Spanish Springs
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#1 thing we love about this place is that they have nurses! Not CNA’s that have taken a few day course, actual nurses that have been taught to care for my dad. Food is Not all that great, but has gotten...
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.
Step into the unexpected at Élan Spanish Springs. More like an urban lodge or boutique hotel than a traditional senior living space, we offer a community that is stunning but casual — elegant yet comfortable. All of our residents enjoy a distinctive lifestyle of exceptional individualized care,...
Photo of Brentwood Retirement Community
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brentwood Retirement Community and the experience has been very good overall. The cleanliness and friendliness are very good! The staff, quality of care, meals and...
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.
Brentwood is an assisted living community tucked away cozily between Beverly Hills and Citrus Hills, Florida. The calm, tree-lined community is perched close to major shopping centers, health centers and a lush golf course, providing a variety of recreational options to visiting families....
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My mother has recently made the move into this community and so far we are very happy with how things are going for her. The facility is brand new and I like that there is a fresh smell throughout the...
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.
We welcome you to Rosecastle of Citrus Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lecanto, Florida. Our nurturing and care-free community rests on 15 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and rolling hills in the center of Citrus County, convenient to numerous medical facilities and only minutes from...
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The Mayfield Retirement Center feels welcoming and homey. Everyone from the Administrator to the cleaners are concerned about each and every resident. The interactions between people who work there and...
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.
Mayfield Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Leesburg, Florida. We offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of those in Leesburg and the surrounding area. Located off Rt. 460, we offer convenient access to the surrounding community, modern amenities, and...
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Cost of independent living in Carlson, FL

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $4,322 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clermont, FL with an average of $3,213 per month.

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

Carlson, FL
$4,322/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$5,566/mo
Independent Living
$4,322/mo

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

Studio
$3,620/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,338/mo

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carlson 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
Carlson, FL$4,017/mo$3,882/mo+3.5%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Carlson, FL
2024 average cost:$4,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,882/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,449/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Carlson

Recent reviews for independent living in Carlson

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.

Oakmonte Village at Lake Mary Valencia

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

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

Carlson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, 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 Carlson 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 Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.3%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlson 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 Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
64.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.2%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson 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 Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.4%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.8%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.1%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.9%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.5%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.5%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
67.2%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
56.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.8%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.3%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

American House Wildwood, Waterman Village and Vista Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carlson, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 186 independent living facilities near Carlson, Florida. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Carlson, Florida are American House Wildwood and Vitality Living Spring Hill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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