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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Bay, FL

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The best place ever!!!!! The staff is so caring, patient, and AMAZING!!! The best meals and snacks and it's so clean !!! I can rest every night, knowing my mother is getting the best care ever !!!
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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.
Wyndham House is an assisted living community located in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida. West Palm Beach, which is one of the three main cities in south Florida, is situated about 70 miles north of Downtown Miami. The region is known for its tourism and recreation possibilities, and...
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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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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.
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Cost of independent living in South Bay, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Bay is $4,241 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moore Haven, FL with an average of $2,998 per month.

Independent living costs in South Bay, FL, vs. nearby cities

South Bay, FL
$4,241/mo
$4,368/mo

Independent living costs in South Bay, FL, vs. state and national averages

South Bay, FL
$4,241/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in South Bay, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,651/mo
Independent Living
$4,241/mo

Independent living costs in South Bay, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,923/mo
Studio
$4,800/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,833/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,674/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,647/mo

Senior living costs in South Bay 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: South Bay, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Bay, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,241/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,120/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,651/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Bay, FL:$4,241/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Bay, FL:$4,120/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
South Bay, FL:$4,651/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in South Bay, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Bay 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Bay, FL$3,525/mo$3,583/mo-1.6%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Bay, FL
2024 average cost:$3,525/mo
2023 average cost:$3,583/mo
Percent change:-1.6%
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 South Bay

Recent reviews for independent living in South Bay

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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Banyan Place in Boca Raton, FL

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Banyan Place! The facility itself is nice looking, clean, and very well kept. The staff is friendly and professional, and the owner was easy to work with a big help throughout the whole process! It's been a bit of an adjustment for our loved ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and effective staff. Residents and families consistently praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities, such as Advent Square and Addington Place of Jupiter, highlighting their ability to provide effective care and support.
Variety of activities. Communities like Palomino Gardens Retirement Community and Stratford Court of Boca Pointe offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, from fitness classes and social events to arts and crafts sessions and educational workshops.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Delightful meals and dining experiences are a common theme among reviews, with residents at The Palms of St. Lucie West and Garden Plaza at Inverrary expressing appreciation for the quality and variety of food options.
Comfortable and spacious living quarters. Residents appreciate the comfortable and spacious living quarters in communities like Verena at Delray and Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie, with many mentioning the private balconies, large bedrooms, and modern apartment designs.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities in various communities, with residents at Park Summit and The Pointe at Ocean Boulevard commenting on the neatness and modernity of the common areas and grounds.
Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Many residents mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere in their communities, like Verena at Delray and Elison of Lake Worth, where they have formed close friendships and feel at home.
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South Bay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Bay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Bay, 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 South Bay 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 South Bay 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
26%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Bay 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 South Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Bay, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Bay 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 South Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Bay, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
47%
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