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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Jefferson County, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Jefferson County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Jefferson County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 54 independent living facilities in Jefferson County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Four Points.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Tallahassee, Monticello and Miccosukee.
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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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Very nice facility. Excellent staff. Rooms are well maintained Assisted living rooms are private rooms with full bathrooms. Highly recommended. My mother was resistant to the idea at first, as many people...
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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.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 Jefferson County, FL
The average cost of senior living in Jefferson County is $3,805 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jennings, FL with an average of $2,629 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson County, FL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson County, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Jefferson County vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Jefferson County
Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson County
Tapestry Senior Living Walden in Tallahassee, FL
5.0
This is a gorgeous community with an excellent staff. I'd reccomend it to anyone I know.
Woodmont Senior Living in Tallahassee, FL
3.7
All of the staff members that we came in contact with at Pacifica Senior Living Woodmont were pleasant and accommodating. The only complaints we had was the quality of the food, housekeeping was very poor and the community is showing its age but they were in process of updating the apartments ...
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Sodalis Tallahassee Assisted Living
5.0
[Name removed] was extremely courteous and helpful. Her professionalism is amazing. She gave us a wonderful tour of the whole facility and introduced us to many staff members. [Name removed]was also very helpful and I was very impressed. [Name removed] introduced herself to us and asked my ...
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Jefferson County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson County, 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 Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County 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%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Southern Pines, A Charter Senior Living Community, Mulligan Park and The Opal on Hermitage are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jefferson County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 54 independent living facilities near Jefferson County, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Jefferson County, Florida are Southern Pines, A Charter Senior Living Community and The Opal on Hermitage. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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