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Photo of Gold Choice Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Positive: Easy to work with, very friendly, quick response time, attentive to the residents Negative: Food & Lack of Activites This review is for the Memory Care side, I have no experience with the...
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.
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Nice facility located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Very clean facility great staff good communication easy to work with adequate living facility.
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.
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...
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The staff has been great!! Sadly though, there has been some changes in staff that has made it less as desirable. The activities are super fun and I can't say enough about [name removed]. She is so much fun...
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.
Sodalis Merritt Island is Central Brevard’s premier senior living community! We offer spacious apartments, modern amenities, an exceptional care team – and an individualized wellness approach to caring for each resident.Enjoy chef-prepared meals, a robust activities program, and a variety of...
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The staff is wonderful and truly caring. There are many activities to choose from, so there's always something to enjoy. The facility is very clean, and the room/apartment is comfortable and well maintained....
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.
Sunscape™ is a vibrant assisted living and memory care community that values and encourages health, activity and happiness and brings out the best of every side of you. Located in bustling Daytona Beach, you’ll enjoy all the amenities and services the newest senior living community in the area...
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The executive director [name removed] and the case manager [name removed] had done excellent job for settled down everything for a new resident like my husband , and these care givers are very patient...
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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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One concern is that there does not appear to be a program specifically designed to help new residents acclimate to the transition into assisted living. However, we chose this community over others because of...
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.
Building a Life of Redefined IndependenceIf you have the idea that your senior lifestyle has to be filled with chores, cooking, cleaning, and the stress that comes from home ownership and living alone, you should visit our vibrant community. Here, you’ll see what life lived well can look like for...
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We're very happy with Brookdale West Melbourne! We toured a lot of assisted living facilities before deciding on Brookdale West Melbourne. I left the decision up to my mom. She chose it because of the homey...
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.
Brookdale West Melbourne is an assisted living community in West Melbourne, Florida. West Melbourne is a fast growing community located on Florida's Space coast. Brookdale West Melbourne has an ideal locations near shopping, banks, medical providers and is only a short drive from stunning beaches...
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The staff was very professional. What I mean is that they accommodated every request we had. For example, they arranged for my husband to speak to the head chef and sous chef regarding his special diet for...
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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Their employees are top notch and how they hire such nice people is amazing. The reason I would not give them a 5 is probably typical of most Assisted Living facilities, but we have some issues with how...
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.
Sonata Viera assisted living provides compassionate and distinctive living for today's senior. Our Harmony assisted living offers a different brand of senior living, founded on an unwavering commitment to customer service and resident choice. Blending signature programming, technology, a...
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Overall, I like the care that they give my dad however, lately I noticed they have a high turnover of staff everybody seems to be friendly enough though. I liked that they were smaller than most places
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Bethesda On Turkey Creek Assisted Living is a beautiful and historic property that inspires tranquility and peace of mind. Our community features several floor plan options that include studios and one bedroom apartments. All await your personal touch! Our units are individually climate...
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Photo of Encore at Avalon Park
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I can not say enough good things about this facility. My brother has been there for over 6 months and I am very happy with the care they provide to him. Encore went out of their way during Christmas to...
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.
Encore at Avalon Park Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the center of a community that was built on the rich traditions of small-town life. Encore is composed of 6 neighborhoods with 15 residences each, all centrally oriented around a secured landscaped courtyard. Encore at Avalon...
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This is a really great place. They have plenty of activities, there is something going on pretty much every day. It's a really, really impressive facility. The food is fantastic. They are a really good...
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.
Grand Palms Assisted Living and Memory Community provides a unique model in senior housing to help ensure personalized care, dignity, socialization and privacy.Grand Palms is designed to meet the needs of our residents. A peaceful, intimate homelike design that fosters a comfortable, safe and...
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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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What we like about Wayman Place is the friendly staff who work there, but their communication could be better and some Dr visits feel rushed. However, we would recommend this community to other families...
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.
At Wayman Place, we provide high quality, compassionate assisted living options in a lively community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We offer...
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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.
Hibiscus Oaks offers a senior living experience that delivers the highest standards of care in an environment that offers community and welcomes you home. We are nestled into the beautiful streets of Winter Park, just a few blocks away from our sister facilities, Alabama Oaks Assisted Living and...
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When it's time to move a parent into an assisted-living facility, it can be tough to figure out which is the best fit. The Palms of Longwood helped create a smooth transition to my mom’s new home. They...
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.
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The waitlist can vary depending on if you put a deposit down or not. If you are applying for independent living, the applicant will be interviewed by a registered nurse and a financial review before being...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Discover Westminster Winter Park, an active senior living community in the heart of Winter Park.You'll enjoy a lifestyle enriched by exclusive access to the arts, wellness, and lifelong learning opportunities. Plus, find beautiful lake vistas; fantastic amenities and hospitality services to...
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My father has been a resident of Lexington Place for four years. He is very content there. He likes the meals and enjoys many of the social activities. The staff at Lexington Place is very competent and has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Though Lexington Place was designed to be a comfortable and welcoming residence, it is so much more than that. Here, gracious accommodations and a caring team cater toeach resident’s ever-changing needs and wants.Perhaps the best part of Lexington Place is that your home here can accommodate any...
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They have done good with activities with social distancing and entertainment. The neighborhood is amazing and the grounds are really nice, and the value for this is amazing compared to other...
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.
Alabama Oaks offers a senior living experience that delivers the highest standards of care in an environment that offers community and welcomes you home. We are nestled into the beautiful streets of Winter Park, just a few blocks away from our sister facilities, Palmer Oaks Assisted Living and...
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My Mother-in-law was the second resident to walk through their doors when they opened in 2020. I can not express enough how happy we were with the facility and the staff. She passed away on Saturday and even...
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.
Strive at Fern Park offers luxurious assisted living and memory care services in an enriching environment where residents enjoy services and amenities to promote their independence. Residents can customize their lifestyle with several apartment floor plans to choose from, heart and brain healthy...
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Brookdale Conway is a nice place that feels like home. You get to know the staff by name, it's small enough that it's easy enough for my Mom to get around, and nothing is too complicated to get done. The...
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.
Built For One Thing: You.Our residents enjoy exceptional assisted living and memory care services in beautiful East Orlando, just a short drive from downtown, but miles from ordinary. Our community has a resort feel, providing luxurious accommodations, almost endless options for activities and...
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My dad decided to move to an assisted living where he could make friends; he is the type of person who can't be alone but has control over his privacy. Another criterion was the possibility of riding a bike...
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.
Crown Assisted Living is the only 16-bed assisted living and memory support facility in the New Smyrna Beach Edgewater area. It is a family-owned business where residents are family as well.This is the advantage of their size. With just 16 beds, we get to know each resident as they would a family...
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We picked this community because of the cleanliness, staff, and price. AlbaCourt - we like it.
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.
Alba Court Residences & Adult Day Care Center is a 109-bed state of the art new construction located in the heart of New Smyrna historic district. We offer a variety of floorplans, including both studio and one-bedroom units as well as Memory Care. We are committed to loving customer service...
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So far they seem like they are doing a fine job. He’s only been there a short time, but we’re much happier here than we were at the previous community. It can take a little time for someone to adjust after...
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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My grandma has been a resident for a long time now, and she likes it here. [name removed], the activities manager is so sweet and friendly, she always has great energy and enthusiasm and always has...
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.
Seashore Senior Living Is New Smyrna Beach's premier assisted living facility. With all-inclusive pricing, our passion is service, and we understand how important it is that your loved one is served well.When you move into Seashore Senior Living, you can enjoy rest and recreation in a bright and...
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Cost of independent living in Southmere, FL

The average cost of senior living in Southmere is $4,244 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Hill, FL with an average of $2,942 per month.

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

Southmere, FL
$4,244/mo
$3,625/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,308/mo
Independent Living
$4,244/mo

Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,887/mo
Studio
$3,909/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,060/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,910/mo

Senior living costs in Southmere 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: Southmere, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouthmere, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,244/mo$3,625/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$4,611/mo$4,892/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$5,308/mo$5,777/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Southmere, FL:$4,244/mo
Florida:$3,625/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Southmere, FL:$4,611/mo
Florida:$4,892/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Southmere, FL:$5,308/mo
Florida:$5,777/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Southmere, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Southmere 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 average 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
Southmere, FL$3,969/mo$3,713/mo+6.9%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Southmere, FL
2024 average cost:$3,969/mo
2023 average cost:$3,713/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,560/mo
2023 average cost:$3,449/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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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 Southmere

Recent reviews for independent living in Southmere

Oakmonte Village at Lake Mary Valencia

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL

5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.

The Gallery at Port Orange

4.8
I was living in a 4 br home & on one week decided to move. As soon as I saw the Gallery I know it was the one. I have lived here about 1.5 years and plan to never move. I have a 2 br 2 bath apt and am very happy here.

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Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents across various communities, such as Holiday Lake Ridge Village, Gentry Park, and Lexington Place. Residents appreciate the sense of community and how everyone makes newcomers feel at home.
Variety of activities for socializing. Resident engagement is a priority in many senior living communities. For instance, at Gentry Park, residents participate in activities like movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. The social calendar at Lexington Place also includes a range of options to keep residents active an ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Nutritious and tasty meals are a must-have for residents in senior living communities. At Holiday Lake Ridge Village, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable for everyone. Similarly, the dining experiences at The Tremont an ...
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Thoughtful and responsive staff. An attentive and caring staff is essential in a senior living community. Reviews from Lexington Place and Grand Villa of DeLand describe staff members as quick to listen and help residents with their needs and concerns.
Properly maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial aspects of a comfortable living environment. At Shell Harbor Retirement Community, residents enjoy the beautifully maintained facilities, including spacious apartments and well-kept common areas. Similar sentiments are expressed in reviews for The Brennity a ...
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Accessible and convenient facilities. Senior living communities provide residents with access to essential services and amenities. At Holiday Lake Ridge Village, residents value the convenience of having a gym just down the hall from the dining room. Similarly, residents of Gentry Park appreciate the easy access to transportatio ...
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Southmere independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southmere independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southmere, 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 Southmere 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 Southmere partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southmere, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.9%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Southmere 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 Southmere communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southmere, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.2%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
47.3%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.3%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southmere 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 Southmere offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southmere, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.3%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.2%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.2%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.3%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
55.8%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
50.2%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.5%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.8%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Benton House of Narcoossee, Grand Villa of DeLand and Benton House of Oviedo are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southmere, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 261 independent living facilities near Southmere, Florida. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 53% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 53% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 53% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 31% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 50% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 33% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 48% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living, and Waterman Village 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Brookdale Port Orange, Cedar Creek Assisted Living, and Sonata Windermere 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living, and Waterman Village 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Benton House of Narcoossee, Grand Villa of DeLand, and Benton House of Oviedo
The best independent living facilities near you in Southmere, Florida are Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and Sancerre at Orange City. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 53% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 53% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 53% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 31% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 50% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 33% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 48% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living, and Waterman Village 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Brookdale Port Orange, Cedar Creek Assisted Living, and Sonata Windermere 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Grand Villa of DeLand, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living, and Waterman Village 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Benton House of Narcoossee, Grand Villa of DeLand, and Benton House of Oviedo
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