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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gulf Breeze, FL

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Photo of The Waterford at Carpenter's CreekCommunity card badge
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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Staff is friendly and caring. The nurse techs gives my brother his medicine on time. He get a hot meal three times a day. I come and wash his clothes once a week. The laundry room is always available....
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.
The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek offers Assisted Living services in the picturesque Panhandle city of Pensacola. Our senior living community has been serving residents and families in the area for almost 30 years. We offer a warm, friendly, supportive environment for residents and we're staffed...
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Photo of The Beacon at Gulf BreezeCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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51 reviews
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The Beacon staff have been wonderful taking care of my Father in memory care. He has such a nice room with his own bathroom and lots of activities to keep him occupied. The food is delicious and...
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 Beacon at Gulf Breeze is a superior Retirement, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, providing our residents access to programs that promote well-being, security, longevity, family and self-worth. Our community has 70 apartments for individuals seeking an active, but simpler lifestyle....
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1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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22 reviews
8.0
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22 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
14%
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We needed a home for my FIL that he would be comfortable in and have lots of activities. He had no desire to do activities but now that he’s been there a few months, we can never find him because he’s...
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.
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Photo of The Arbors of Gulf Breeze
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.9
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20 reviews
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20 reviews
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Beautiful clean apartments and common areas. Good food with an extensive option menu. Friendly and helpful staff, variety of activities.
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.
The Arbors of Gulf Breeze offers the finest senior living experience for those needing independent living, assisted living or memory care services. Come see how our caring team can provide a wonderful home environment for you or your loved one
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Photo of The Camellia at Gulf Breeze
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7.2
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8 reviews
7.2
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8 reviews
5 star
49%
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3 star
13%
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13%
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I have lived here for several years. The new owners are making things great! My room was renovated and it's beautiful. We go on all sorts of outings and have lots of fun activities. I'm thankful for this...
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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The staff at this community are nice and helpful. Fairfield Manor is clean and well taken care of. They do not offer a meal program at this independent living community. Mom does participate in some of the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairfield Manor is a senior housing community situated in a quiet, upscale and unique neighborhood in Pensacola, Escambia County, FL. It is located near health care, shopping, dining, entertainment and just a few minutes from the Interstate 10. It offers carefree, comfortable and affordable...
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I have my aunt here. The reputation used to be bad here but it has changed with the new management. I want everyone to know that this place is much better than the past.
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.
Noble Senior Living at Pensacola is an assisted living and memory care community centrally located in Pensacola, Florida. Our community has beautiful courtyards that give it the feel of country living in a convenient, urban setting. Our community is set on Mobile Highway close to three area...
Photo of Northpointe and Westpointe Retirement Community
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1.5
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1.5
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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.
Northpointe and Westpointe Retirement Community provides its residents with the peace of mind knowing that their rent will not increase. They will enjoy the respect and dignity of being cared for by our long-time employees. Four of our employees have been working for us for over 20 years, and 15...
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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
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
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: 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 mother is there and has had excellent care. The nurses and staff are very caring and take pride in there patients. If you really want to know what kind of care your loved one is receiving visit them! No...
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.

Cost of independent living in Gulf Breeze, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gulf Breeze is $3,445 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pine Level, FL with an average of $2,945 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gulf Breeze, FL vs. nearby cities

Gulf Breeze, FL
$3,445/mo
$3,445/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gulf Breeze, FL vs. the state and national average

Gulf Breeze, FL
$3,445/mo
$3,974/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gulf Breeze vs. other types of senior living

$3,966/mo
Independent Living
$3,445/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gulf Breeze, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,617/mo
Studio
$4,017/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,478/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,000/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gulf Breeze over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gulf Breeze

Recent reviews for independent living in Gulf Breeze

Brookdale Pensacola

4.8
I absolutely love the employees and their interactions with the residents. I would highly recommend Brookdale Pensacola. Once the food situation is solved, they should have a 10 in every category.

Noble Senior Living at Pensacola

5.0
A community that I am able to work with activities and help others. We are busy and enjoy ourselves. I love being here to live.

Sodalis Milton

4.5
I had a horrible experience elsewhere and it is night and day difference. They really care. They treat her with respect. They are kind and loving to her. I know she is safe and her needs are being met. They communicate with me frequently also

Gulf Breeze independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gulf Breeze independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gulf Breeze, 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 Gulf Breeze 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 Gulf Breeze partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gulf Breeze, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gulf Breeze 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 Gulf Breeze communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gulf Breeze, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gulf Breeze 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 Gulf Breeze offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gulf Breeze, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

University Pines by Sky Active Living, The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek and The Beacon at Gulf Breeze are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gulf Breeze, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Gulf Breeze, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gulf Breeze, Florida are University Pines by Sky Active Living, The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek and The Beacon at Gulf Breeze. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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