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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Francis, FL

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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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My parents started out in a [Removed] but after my Dad died, my mom moved to the [Removed]. I cannot stress enough how much we loved the Cloisters. Everyone there is friendly and helpful. The food is great....
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, 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.
Our gated community is on 14 acres in a park-like setting. We provide local transportation and housekeeping every other week at no cost. We have fully equipped kitchens, washers and dryers in every unit. Beauty shop and country store for your convenience. Rehabilitative services are provided on...
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I think they do a great job here, I'm really enjoying it so far. What I've found to be very consistent throughout the community is that everyone here, both the residents and the staff, seem happy to be here....
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.
The residents at the Alliance Community for Retirement Living are given the chance to have a new beginning in sunny DeLand, Florida. This Christian-based assisted living community will allow residents to enjoy the year-round warm weather, while staying cool beneath the shade of the trees that...
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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: 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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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.
Peterson Assisted Living is a retirement home located in beautiful Osage City, KS. This facility is ideal for those who are in late age and have difficult maintaining a healthy level of self-care. This retirement community has a very helpful staff that can assist with daily living tasks and...
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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.
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Francis, FL

The average cost of senior living in Francis is $4,093 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Starke, FL with an average of $3,456 per month.

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

Francis, FL
$4,093/mo
$4,070/mo
$4,088/mo

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

Francis, FL
$4,093/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,354/mo
Independent Living
$4,093/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,678/mo
Studio
$4,525/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,622/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,418/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,737/mo

Senior living costs in Francis 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: Francis, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFrancis, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,093/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,968/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,354/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Francis, FL:$4,093/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Francis, FL:$3,968/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Francis, FL:$4,354/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Francis, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Francis 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
Francis, FL$3,023/mo$3,077/mo-1.8%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Francis, FL
2024 average cost:$3,023/mo
2023 average cost:$3,077/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 Francis

Recent reviews for independent living in Francis

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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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

Aventine at DeLand in De Land, FL

5.0
I cannot say enough about this community. My dad likes this community more each day. The housekeeping and dining room staff are friendly. I think the food is excellent. They have amenities such as a heated pool and a full clubhouse. The community is one of the cleanest place I have seen. They ...
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Francis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Francis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Francis, 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 Francis 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 Francis 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
41%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Francis 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 Francis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Francis, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Francis 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 Francis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vintage Care of Palatka, Benton House at Oakleaf and AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Francis, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 208 independent living facilities near Francis, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Francis, Florida are Benton House at Oakleaf, Grand Villa of DeLand and Grand Villa of Palm Coast. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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