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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Glenwood Heights, FL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 106 independent living facilities in Glenwood Heights, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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, 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.
The Pointe of North GablesThe Pointe of North Gables is a beautiful assisted living community located in the vibrant city of Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida. The Pointe is uniquely committed to providing seniors a warm community that is a safe, nurturing, and invigorating place to live. This...
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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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Our mother is 100 years old and has dementia. We (both daughters) work and were not longer able to care for her especially at night, so we had to find an ALF for mom. It was a very difficult decision to make...
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.
Las Mercedes Boarding Home The Las Mercedes Boarding Home is located in one of the world's most beautiful cities, Miami FL. There are so many different things to do in Miami, which means a senior will never have to worry about being bored. Miami is right on the coast and supplies all of the fun...
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
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 Eden Gardens A.L.F.
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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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.
Photo of Renaissance Gardens
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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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.
Maggie's Retirement Home #1Maggie’s Retirement Home #1 is located in the sunny, tropical climate of Miami, Florida. Spend time walking through our beautifully landscaped yard or enjoy the stunning gardening area. Miami has a number of benefits for its residents, including relaxing beaches,...
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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.
Photo of Hebrew Home Of South Beach ALF
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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, Independent 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.
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.
Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Independent Living, Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Now, in collaboration with Baptist Heath South Florida, Belmont is breaking new ground again, offering a first-of-its-kind mix of hospitality and...
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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: 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: 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 Contemporary, an independent senior living community, opened in November 2022 in Miami, FL. Our staff has over 35 years of combined experience in Senior Living, and each member has knowledge and experience in all aspects of management. The Contemporary is managed by Charter Senior Living, a...
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My grandmother has been there now for almost 6 months, and she is getting used to it. I think that the place is very nice. The staff all seem very friendly and helpful. She has a nice room and she raves...
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.
Grand Court Lakes has views of Star Lake which provides a tranquil enviornment for our residents. It is located in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to shopping and bus routes.
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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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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 Glenwood Heights, FL

The average cost of senior living in Glenwood Heights is $3,596 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Virginia Gardens, FL with an average of $3,522 per month.

Independent living costs in Glenwood Heights, FL, vs. nearby cities

Glenwood Heights, FL
$3,596/mo
$3,602/mo

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

Glenwood Heights, FL
$3,596/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Glenwood Heights, FL, vs. other senior living options

$3,821/mo
Independent Living
$3,596/mo

Independent living costs in Glenwood Heights, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,671/mo
Studio
$5,163/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,822/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,616/mo

Senior living costs in Glenwood Heights 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: Glenwood Heights, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlenwood Heights, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,596/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$2,930/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,821/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Glenwood Heights, FL:$3,596/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Glenwood Heights, FL:$2,930/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Glenwood Heights, FL:$3,821/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Glenwood Heights, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glenwood Heights 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
Glenwood Heights, FL$3,192/mo$2,861/mo+11.6%
Florida$2,755/mo$2,827/mo-2.5%
National$2,806/mo$2,798/mo+0.3%
Glenwood Heights, FL
2024 average cost:$3,192/mo
2023 average cost:$2,861/mo
Percent change:+11.6%
Florida
2024 average cost:$2,755/mo
2023 average cost:$2,827/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$2,806/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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What families are saying about independent living in Glenwood Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Glenwood Heights

Courtyard Plaza ALF in North Miami, FL

5.0
We have had no complaints at all. They always send me pictures of her doing activities and they say she is very active. The staff are very good communication, they are always updating me and sending pictures of different things. I would recommend Courtyard Plaza and already have.

The Palace at Coral Gables

5.0
The Palace in Coral Gables is an excellent place to live. My mother has been there for five years. She just celebrated her 100th birthday and the Palace gave her a party that was the “best night of her life”. [Name removed], [name removed], [name removed] made all the arrangements to ensure it ...
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Cutler Bay Village in Miami, FL

5.0
During our loved ones stay of [dates removed] we were very happy with our experience. The owner [name removed] was very thorough and detailed with things they do and how things are ran. During the covid spikes and lockdowns he was very honest and straight forward with the families. This ...
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Glenwood Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glenwood Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glenwood Heights, 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 Glenwood Heights 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 Glenwood Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glenwood Heights, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
12.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Glenwood Heights 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 Glenwood Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glenwood Heights, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
9.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glenwood Heights 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 Glenwood Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glenwood Heights, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
11.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
9.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
9.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Sterling Aventura, The Watermark at Coral Gables and Hazel Cypen Tower are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glenwood Heights, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 106 independent living facilities near Glenwood Heights, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glenwood Heights, Florida are Williamsburg Landing, Independence Hall and The Peninsula Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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