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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Myakka Head, FL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 34 independent living facilities in Myakka Head, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $4,073

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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: 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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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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Cost of independent living in Myakka Head, FL

The average cost of senior living in Myakka Head is $4,073 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $2,189 per month.

Independent living costs in Myakka Head, FL, vs. nearby cities

Myakka Head, FL
$4,073/mo
$2,376/mo

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

Myakka Head, FL
$4,073/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Myakka Head, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,635/mo
Independent Living
$4,073/mo

Independent living costs in Myakka Head, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,195/mo
Studio
$4,455/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,366/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,214/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,725/mo

Senior living costs in Myakka Head 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: Myakka Head, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMyakka Head, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,073/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,648/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,635/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Myakka Head, FL:$4,073/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Myakka Head, FL:$4,648/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Myakka Head, FL:$4,635/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Myakka Head, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Myakka Head 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
Myakka Head, FL$3,826/mo$3,477/mo+10.0%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Myakka Head, FL
2024 average cost:$3,826/mo
2023 average cost:$3,477/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Myakka Head

Recent reviews for independent living in Myakka Head

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch

5.0
I loved it before the pandemic. Thanks to the great staff the care she receives and the facility. The staff knows how to treat residents with love. Now since the pandemic the best way to decide it is safe I can rest easy knowing they are doing everything possible to keep them safe and happy! The ...
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Magnolia Senior Living in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
My husband was in Magnolia for 5 months. He was a fall risk and wheelchair bound and had developed dementia. Therefore, I could not care for him at home. All of the staff were wonderful to him - and to me, as well. The staff treated all the residents with respect and kindness.

Myakka Head independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Myakka Head independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Myakka Head, 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 Myakka Head 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 Myakka Head partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Myakka Head, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Myakka Head 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 Myakka Head communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Myakka Head, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Myakka Head 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 Myakka Head offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Myakka Head, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.8%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Stone River Retirement Community, The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch and Aston Gardens at Courtyards are the top-rated independent living facilities near Myakka Head, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Myakka Head, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Myakka Head, Florida are Stone River Retirement Community, Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch and Sun City Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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