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Photo of American House Zephyrhills
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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74 reviews
9.6
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74 reviews
5 star
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I have to give a 5 for all categories. This has been a wonderful experience for Martha. This is the best facility for this type of service I have ever seen. The cleanliness throughout the entire building is...
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.
American House Zephyrhills is an assisted living community located in the gorgeous area of Zephyrhills, Pasco County, Florida. This community offers the perfect views and the calming quiet your loved ones can benefit from. We are all about independence at our community, offering the best care...
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Photo of The Reserve at Citrus
77 Photos available
9.5
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62 reviews
9.5
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62 reviews
5 star
63%
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24%
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Activities were appropriate for individual needs of the resident. There was enough attendances to monitor activities so that individual needs were addressed in a kind and consistent manner. On several...
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.
Safe, Secure, Perfect for a Satisfying LifeTucked away in a quiet, cultured corner of Citrus County called Lecanto, Florida, your future favorite community provides a special brand of assisted living and memory care services. Days are spent maxing out social calendars, exploring old hobbies and...
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Photo of Ambiance at Maitland
1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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55 reviews
9.5
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55 reviews
5 star
71%
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It was an amazing and easy transition from AL to memory care, staff has been more than amazing and attentive. So happy with this choice. Her room is great , no worries or problems and everyone is friendly...
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.
Ambiance at Maitland is a Providence Senior Living community. Our team has more than 50 years of assisted living and memory care management experience combined. We understand the anxiety and worries that come withmemory loss. Providence Senior Living built our team, community, and programming to...
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1818 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.5
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119 reviews
9.5
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119 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
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3 star
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The food is ok, it is very clean. The apartment is great, it's updated. The staff is wonderful. I would recommend the community to others who are searching for one.
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.
Renaissance is an upscale senior living community in Tampa, Florida.Renaissance has been renovated with an upscale, modern feel and offers a continuum of care without expensive buy-ins. This multi-million-dollar renovation brings a renewed vibe and reawakened energy to the community.
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Photo of Holiday Lake Ridge Village
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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83 reviews
9.5
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83 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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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.
Lake Ridge Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on five acres of stunningly landscaped woods, Lake Ridge Village lies in the heart of Lake County, 'Florida's Natural Playground.' You'll be just steps away from all the shops and dining of Eustis...
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77 Photos available
9.4
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23 reviews
9.4
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23 reviews
5 star
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The staff is kind, loving, gentle and attentive and they participate in the many celebrations and parties they have there. The price is all inclusive and includes toileting and showering assistance if...
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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Photo of Lake Morton Plaza
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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57 reviews
9.4
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57 reviews
5 star
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They have lots of activities for the residents and I feel they could do a better job letting the ones with memory issues understand clearly what's going on
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.
Experience urban senior living at its finest. At Lake Morton Plaza, our lifestyle is sure to make you say WOW! Located only an hour from Orlando, you’ll find everything you need to live an active, engaging and vibrant life. Close to shopping and attractions, while still providing opportunities to...
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Photo of The Glades at ChampionsGate
99 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.4
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63 reviews
9.4
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63 reviews
5 star
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The facility is beautifully decorated. It is light and bright and kept up reasonably well. Most of the staff is very attentive, friendly and caring.
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.
The Glades at ChampionsGateAn exciting concept in senior living, The Glades includes three distinct neighborhoods offering choices for all lifestyles. We offer 114 Independent living, 73 Assisted Living, and 36 Memory Care residences.The Glades at ChampionsGate is close to everything you need....
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Photo of Vitality Living Spring HillCommunity card badge
77 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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158 reviews
9.3
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158 reviews
5 star
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Their is a lot of women. You need to have a good positive attitude to get along with others. Food is so so. They do take good care of you and treat people very nicely. They keep rooms and clean and maintain...
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.
As the premier independent living, assisted living and memory care community, Vitality Living Spring Hill is nestled within 16 wooded acres, close to the Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL area. Here at Vitality Living Spring Hill, each day is an opportunity to experience a greater well-being with a...
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Photo of Providence Living at Hunter's Creek
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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37 reviews
9.3
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37 reviews
5 star
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Overall, most of the categories here are very good, but the food could be improved and the food service can be slow at times. My cousin has been living here since [date removed], and while visiting I often...
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.
At Providence Living at Hunter's Creek, we’re known for personalized care that weaves each resident’s tastes, preferences and choices into the day’s activities, programming and dining services. Personalization carries over to our staff and team members who develop care plans fully reflective of...
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Photo of Tampa Gardens Senior Living
1111 Photos available
9.2
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142 reviews
9.2
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142 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Staff and residence are very nice and attentive but they only have one elevator for the residents to use, apartments are a little small and the facility itself is a little outdated because of it's age.
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.
Located just minutes from community hospitals and one mile south of Van Dyke Road on Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa Gardens Senior Living is nestled on the northwest edge of the city, just south of the farmlands of Pasco County. We pride ourselves in our continuity of care provided by experienced...
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Photo of The Windsor of Ocala
2020 Photos available
9.2
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58 reviews
9.2
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58 reviews
5 star
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Excellent food service including in the room when necessary. Responsive management staff to fix any issues. Calls to family when we needed updates. I would recommend to others.
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.
The Windsor of Ocala is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...
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Photo of The Savoy
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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13 reviews
9.2
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13 reviews
5 star
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We are very happy with the Savoy. My mom is making friends and the accommodations are top-notch. She seems to be very happy there.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Regency Residence by Sky Active Living
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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76 reviews
9.2
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76 reviews
5 star
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There was just a changeover in administrative staff, so we have not had the opportunity to really get to know them yet. So far, they seem to be on the ball and running things quite efficiently. There has...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Regency Residence provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Just one mile east of the Gulf of Mexico, you'll love everything that Regency Residence has to offer. We're close to shopping, dining opportunities, entertainment and three major hospitals within a...
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Photo of The Blake at Hamlin
66 Photos available
9.2
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23 reviews
9.2
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23 reviews
5 star
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Great staff. Food is great, variety of options over and above daily menu. Chef cooks all food from scratch. Facilities are not fancy but are very nice. Activities are numerous and of great variety. Would...
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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Photo of Westminster Towers a CCRC
1010 Photos available
9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
5 star
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I would absolutely recommend to others... I have already. They have wonderful staff. They have wonderful rehabilitation... Facilities are great
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.
Spectacular views are just the start at Westminster Towers. Our community can be the perfect home for your active lifestyle, at the heart of Orlando's burgeoning arts and dining scene. Set on a gardened campus overlooking beautiful Lake Lucerne, we offer a wide selection of high-rise apartment...
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88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.2
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77 reviews
9.2
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77 reviews
5 star
44%
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Seemed to be clean. Staff was nice. Communication was good at the beginning. My mom passed before she moved in. Communication became difficult from the accounting department when trying to get a refund. Was...
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.
Our residents stay busy building beautiful lives.Choose us for your next home sweet home away from home, and you’ll enjoy exceptional assisted living and memory care options in Lake Mary, Florida. You’ll trade the stress and hassle of daily chores, and the worry that often comes from living at...
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Photo of Brookdale Paddock Hills
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.1
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111 reviews
9.1
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111 reviews
5 star
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The administration staff was great when we were looking at different facilities. My father in law really likes it and they get him involved with the different activities they have. He is now in the memory...
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.
A Community That Feels Like Home Sweet HomeChoosing a senior living community means trading the worries and stress that often come from life at home for the safety and security that comes from living in a place built specifically for you. It also means trading the isolation that often comes from...
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Photo of Sonata Windermere
1616 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.1
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48 reviews
9.1
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48 reviews
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The food is not good, should be better. The staff is wonderful for the most part. The nursing/med tech staff could be a little more organized, they still haven't straightened Mom's pills out and we are...
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.
At Azpira at Windermere, we believe that aging is to be celebrated. Our approach is going to change the way you think about senior living. One visit and you'll see. This isn't your "typical" senior living community. We have created this community to bring together the setting, services, amenities...
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Photo of Vitality Living Lake Forest
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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115 reviews
9.1
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115 reviews
5 star
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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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Vitality Living Lake Forest is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set on a beautiful eight-acre campus, Vitality Living Lake Forest is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from downtown Sanford, the Seminole Mall,...
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Photo of Brookdale Tavares
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
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44 reviews
9.1
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44 reviews
5 star
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I always found the staff very friendly and helpful. Dining experience is great, both service and the food and the options available to residents. Cleanliness is great. Can't comment for room sizes, only saw...
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.
Our assisted living community features an excellent location in Tavares, Fla., known for its famed seaplane base and marina on Lake Dora. Our campus is located in a quiet neighborhood a short drive from downtown Tavares with its quaint local cafes and shops.You’ll find other seniors to bond with...
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11 Photo available
9.1
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9 reviews
9.1
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5 star
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My apartment is 2 bedroom, 2 bath in independent living and meets my needs. I am busy with interesting activities, and very nice people. The food is better than I cooked, and I am pleased with it. Am very...
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.
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Photo of Osprey Manor
1515 Photos available
9.1
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88 reviews
9.1
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88 reviews
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Osprey Manor is an Independent Senior Living Community in Lakeland, Florida. We focus on comfortable surroundings, opportunities for engagement, home-style dining experiences, and living with amenities which provide our seniors to enjoy their golden years. *Renovation and remodeling throughout...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace
2020 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.1
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77 reviews
9.1
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77 reviews
5 star
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An orientation about the facilities and an explanation on the staff functions and expectations. Is there a chain of command? My mother has had to learn a lot about senior living the hard way! Thanks for...
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.
Welcome to Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace! Enjoy the sunshine while our community gives you the chance to kick back and enjoy the Central Florida lifestyle. Our senior living community is perfectly situated around the corner from the Poinciana Medical Center, and just a short drive from...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
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46 reviews
9.1
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46 reviews
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When I compared with the [community removed], which cost the same amount, the Dr. Phillips location is so much more upscale and beautiful and location is better too for class of living and everyone has been...
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.
Choose Your Own AdventureAssisted living is all about living a redefined independence. We’ll handle the cooking, cleaning and other daily chores. You handle living your best life. To do that, you’ll have a huge number of activities and events available to you. Choose us for your next home sweet...
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Cost of independent living in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $4,263 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clermont, FL with an average of $3,205 per month.

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Sumter County, FL
$4,263/mo
$3,205/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$4,263/mo
$3,643/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,534/mo
Independent Living
$4,263/mo

Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,891/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,715/mo

Senior living costs in Sumter County 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: Sumter County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumter County, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,263/mo$3,643/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$5,534/mo$4,846/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$5,534/mo$5,713/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Sumter County, FL:$4,263/mo
Florida:$3,643/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Sumter County, FL:$5,534/mo
Florida:$4,846/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Sumter County, FL:$5,534/mo
Florida:$5,713/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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Independent living costs in Sumter County, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sumter County 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
Sumter County, FL$4,009/mo$3,849/mo+4.2%
Florida$3,555/mo$3,440/mo+3.3%
National$3,411/mo$3,314/mo+2.9%
Sumter County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,009/mo
2023 average cost:$3,849/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,555/mo
2023 average cost:$3,440/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,411/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/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 Sumter County

Recent reviews for independent living in Sumter County

Lake Gibson Village in Lakeland, FL

4.3
The communication between the staff and the family is good. They keep us well inform and up to date. I would recommend this community to others.

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

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.

Sumter County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumter County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumter County, 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 Sumter County 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 Sumter County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.6%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.9%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumter County 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 Sumter County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sumter County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
36.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumter County 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 Sumter County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sumter County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.7%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.1%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.1%
46.9%
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