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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Okeechobee, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee. 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 108 independent living facilities in Okeechobee, 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 Sherman, Barber Quarters and Basswood Estates.
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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: 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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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.
Somerset House is located in the beautiful city of Vero Beach, FL. There is nothing quite as special as the lapping of water against sand, and families will enjoy checking out the beach while spending time visiting the seniors who choose to call our community their home.Somerset House offers 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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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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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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I am very satisfied with Dixie Oak Manor. Everything is just fine here. It is a clean facility. The staff are very nice. I am really pleased overall with the whole experience at this facility.
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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.
Dixie Oak Manor is an assisted living community located in sunny Vero Beach, Indian River County, Florida. Vero Beach is a beautiful coastal town and is part of what is known as Florida's Treasure Coast. Vero Beach is a quiet neighborhood with palm trees and oak canopies. It's a great place to...
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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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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.
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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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This care from this community is excellent. The staff is caring and attentive. We like the menu and my mom is happy with the variety. They offer a lot of activities for the residents and my mom enjoys...
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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.
Pelican Garden is an assisted living community located in the beautiful Florida town of Sebastian, Indian River County, about 15 miles north of Vero Beach, in an area known as the Treasure Coast. Our community is named after the Pelican Island Wildlife Refuge located just across the Indian River....
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.
Cost of independent living in Okeechobee, FL
The average cost of senior living in Okeechobee is $4,466 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sebring, FL with an average of $2,845 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Okeechobee, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Okeechobee
Recent reviews for independent living in Okeechobee
The Sheridan at Hobe Sound
4.3
I have been here for more than 2 years, and I find that the greatest assets to the Sheridan are it's people. I have been attending the new program "tech time", taught by [name removed]. She uses current technology to help me with my many issues from the cell phone to uber rides etc. This ...
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The Cabana at Jensen Dunes in Jensen Beach, FL
4.3
It was positive but intake staff did not do a very thorough job making sure all documents were in order and when a DNR situation arose this created a crisis. My dad ended up passing away from Covid contracted during his stay - total time in Cabana was less than 2 weeks.
Heron Cove Assisted Living & Memory Care of Vero Beach
5.0
We have been well informed and feel as though Mom has received appropriate attention and care at HarborChase of Vero Beach. It's reassuring knowing that she is in good hands.
Okeechobee independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Okeechobee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Okeechobee, 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 Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee 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
24.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Palms of St. Lucie West, The Gardens of Port St Lucie and Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Okeechobee, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 108 independent living facilities near Okeechobee, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Okeechobee, Florida are The Gardens of Port St Lucie, Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living and The Promenade. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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