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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Miami, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Miami 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 Miami. 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 133 independent living facilities in Miami, 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 Sunrise Key, Port Everglades and Hacienda Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Kendall, Hollywood and Aventura.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brownsville Transit Village is an affordable, independent apartment community for seniors 55 and older that defines the standard of senior living in the Miami area. Brownsville Transit Village combines the conveniences of affordable independent living with the advantages of a rental community. We...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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.
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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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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Excellent care very happy with the facility great staff
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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
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 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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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.
At the Care and Love Retirement Home, we pride ourselves on the services we provide to our elderly residents. If you are thinking about moving in to an assisted living facility, this place should be at the top of your list. There are many people who may not know what they can expect when they...
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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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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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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.
Professional Home Care III is an senior citizen living facility located in Hialeah, FL. We offer a full service assisted living facility that will offer exactly what your love one needs. We offer a well trained and compassionate staff that is available twenty-four hours a day and seven days a...
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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, 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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My grandmother is getting excellent care in this community. We really like the caring staff members. The community is very clean and a nice atmosphere. She seems to be please with the meals and variety. They...
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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.
Charity Care is located in the beautiful state of New Jersey. This trusted facility is also associated with the well-known St. Joseph Healthcare centers abroad. This nationally recognized senior living center offers an experience like no other. We have 24/7 experienced medical care for medication...
Cost of independent living in Miami, FL
The average cost of senior living in Miami is $3,526 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Virginia Gardens, FL with an average of $3,522 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Miami, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Miami, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Miami
Recent reviews for independent living in Miami
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.
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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Sunny Days Assisted Living in Hollywood, FL
5.0
I had to go out of town and left my uncle in their care. He loved it. They did a great job giving him his medicine and taking care of him. I wouldn’t hesitate leaving him there again if I had to. The staff is very nice and loving with the guest and residents.
Miami independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Miami independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Miami, 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 Miami 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 Miami 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
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Miami 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 Miami communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Miami 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 Miami offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
11.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Related senior services in Miami, Florida
In Miami, Florida, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Miami, Florida, is not car dependent. Seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Miami include bus routes, train routes, light rail lines, and public paratransit services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Miami has a robust biking infrastructure and is walkable.
Miami offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Doctors Hospital and Mount Sinai Medical Center.
Miami, Florida, is known for its white-sand beaches, delicious cuisine, and Latin-American influences. Active seniors can enjoy the warm weather and abundant sunshine year round by spending the day at the beach or exploring The Everglades National Park, which is filled with numerous exotic animals and reptiles. Immerse yourself in Latin-American culture by taking a day trip to Little Havana — the Cuban District in Miami. This neighborhood is bursting with Latin-American art, a variety of different cuisines, and delicious fares at local Cuban coffee shops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Seaside at Hallandale Beach Senior Living, Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood and The Peninsula Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Miami, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 133 independent living facilities near Miami, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Miami, Florida are Seaside at Hallandale Beach Senior Living 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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