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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Forest Island Park, FL

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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 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
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.
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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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.
Noble Senior Living at Fort Myers has been completely renovated with beautifully appointed studios and one-bedrooms. Also, you will also find many community spaces including a spacious lobby, common areas, a bistro, and a life enrichment center. As a result, you’ll enjoy the look and feel of our...
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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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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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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 Forest Island Park, FL

The average cost of senior living in Forest Island Park is $4,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,743 per month.

Independent living costs in Forest Island Park, FL, vs. nearby cities

Forest Island Park, FL
$4,347/mo
$4,496/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Island Park, FL, vs. state and national averages

Forest Island Park, FL
$4,347/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Island Park, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,866/mo
Independent Living
$4,347/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Island Park, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,573/mo
Studio
$4,378/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,469/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,666/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,628/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Island Park 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: Forest Island Park, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Island Park, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,347/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,569/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,866/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Forest Island Park, FL:$4,347/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Island Park, FL:$4,569/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Forest Island Park, FL:$4,866/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Forest Island Park, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Forest Island Park 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
Forest Island Park, FL$3,428/mo$3,280/mo+4.5%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Forest Island Park, FL
2024 average cost:$3,428/mo
2023 average cost:$3,280/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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 Forest Island Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest Island Park

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9
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 dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

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.

Forest Island Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Island Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Island Park, 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 Forest Island Park 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 Forest Island Park 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
20.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Island Park 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 Forest Island Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Island Park 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 Forest Island Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
69%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
48.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69%
47%
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