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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rice Creek, FL

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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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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.
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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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: 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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My experience at Fort Caroline Gardens has been great. I think the value of the facilities and staff are beyond what I expected. The business is owned and operated by a family and I think they do a good job...
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.
As the largest city in the state of Florida, Jacksonville, Duval County offers residents of Fort Caroline Gardens assisted living community a variety of events and activities as well as a semi-tropical climate. Warm, sunny days are the norm even during the middle of winter, and, as an added...
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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.
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.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
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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.
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I love my home. Everyone is willing to go above and beyond to help me. The food is great and I enjoy the activities. All of the other residents look out for each other. It's one big family. I would highly...
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
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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
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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: 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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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: 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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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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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
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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.
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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.
Indigo Palms is a memory care community. The first in the area devoted exclusively to dementia and Alzheimer's care that has served Daytona Beach since 1998. It is located in the heart of Daytona - near Halifax hospital, Volusia Mall, and many other doctors offices. It is a place for a loved one...

Cost of independent living in Rice Creek, FL

The average cost of senior living in Rice Creek is $4,144 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Starke, FL with an average of $3,456 per month.

Independent living costs in Rice Creek, FL, vs. nearby cities

Rice Creek, FL
$4,144/mo
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Rice Creek, FL, vs. state and national averages

Rice Creek, FL
$4,144/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Rice Creek, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,414/mo
Independent Living
$4,144/mo

Independent living costs in Rice Creek, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,719/mo
Studio
$4,540/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,702/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,557/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,003/mo

Senior living costs in Rice Creek 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: Rice Creek, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRice Creek, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,144/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,964/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,414/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Rice Creek, FL:$4,144/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Rice Creek, FL:$3,964/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Rice Creek, FL:$4,414/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Rice Creek, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rice Creek 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
Rice Creek, FL$3,029/mo$3,067/mo-1.2%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Rice Creek, FL
2024 average cost:$3,029/mo
2023 average cost:$3,067/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
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 Rice Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Rice Creek

Seagrass Village of Fleming Island

5.0
Both my husband and I are now living at Seagrass Village. We are enjoying our stay. All 3 meals are provided, housekeeping is provided once a week, there are activities for at all levels. We visited several other senior living facilities. By far Seagrass is highest level of living. Best ...
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Anthem Lakes in Atlantic Beach, FL

4.7
It is a lovely community with good sized rooms. It is a nice place with well cared for grounds. The fees were a little more than we expected. Anthem Lakes is a community that is on the newer side and has been around for about 5 years.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Rice Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rice Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rice Creek, 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 Rice Creek 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 Rice Creek 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
30.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Rice Creek 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 Rice Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rice Creek 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 Rice Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
40.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vintage Care of Palatka, Benton House at Oakleaf and AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rice Creek, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 191 independent living facilities near Rice Creek, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rice Creek, Florida are Benton House at Oakleaf, Grand Villa of DeLand and Grand Villa of Palm Coast. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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