10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Green Springs, FL

Q: What are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Green Springs, Florida?

The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch , Grand Villa of Englewood and Elan Manatee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Green Springs, Florida. See full list of communities.

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Florida is $3,625, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Fort Green Springs area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of independent living in Fort Green Springs, FL

The average cost of senior living in Florida is $3,625 per month as compared to $3,532 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Florida vs. 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 state: Florida

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Florida	U.S.	Cost difference
Independent Living	$3,625/mo	$3,532/mo	2.6% above national median
Assisted Living	$4,892/mo	$5,909/mo	17.2% below national median
Memory Care	$5,777/mo	$7,121/mo	18.9% below national median

Independent Living

Florida:$3,625/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Cost difference:2.6% above national median

Assisted Living

Florida:$4,892/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Cost difference:17.2% below national median

Memory Care

Florida:$5,777/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

Cost difference:18.9% below national median

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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Green Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Green Springs

A Banyan Residence in Venice, FL

4.0

I would recommend this facility as they are caring, loving people that treat the residents like family. The place is a good fit for someone who loves the outdoor environment.

Lake Gibson Village in Lakeland, FL

4.3

The communication between the staff and the family is good. They keep us well inform and up to date. I would recommend this community to others.

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0

The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Fort Green Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Green Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Green Springs, 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 Fort Green Springs 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 Fort Green Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Fort Green Springs, FLNational

Nutritionist / dietician

10.1%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

32.5%

30.5%

No sugar

34.9%

27.4%

Vegetarian

29%

29.8%

Pureed meals

13.5%

9.9%

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Availability of select dining options in Fort Green Springs 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 Fort Green Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Fort Green Springs, FLNational

Professional chef

37.3%

32.2%

Restaurant style dining

44.4%

38.3%

Room service

33.2%

32.7%

Anytime dining

5.2%

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Green Springs 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 Fort Green Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Fort Green Springs, FLNational

Activity director

41.4%

39.8%

Pet-focused programs

24.8%

25.1%

Community service programs

28.7%

29.2%

Devotional activities on-site

50%

41.6%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

45.5%

43.3%

Outings / off-site activities

52.5%

47.4%

Piano or organ

40.8%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

43.5%

34.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

41%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

45.2%

41.6%

Live performances

41.9%

41.3%

Dances

26.8%

29.4%

Fitness center

27.1%

35.2%

Fitness classes

45.1%

40.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, Grand Villa of Englewood and Elan Manatee are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Green Springs, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 391 independent living facilities near Fort Green Springs, Florida. See the full list.

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The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Green Springs, Florida are The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch, Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens and Grand Villa of Englewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Green Springs, FL

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