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Photo of Osprey Manor
1515 Photos available
9.0
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Friendly staff, clean and good services such as laundry and housekeeping. We upgraded from studio which was a bit small in the main building and got the one bedroom on the outside which is perfect. It was...
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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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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94 reviews
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[name removed] the nurse we primarily dealt with on the dementia area was kind and patient with our family member, and with us. [name removed] helped us get him into Brookdale. My mother wanted him in...
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.
Quiet Senior Living, Full of LifeYour senior years should be full of life, not full of chores like cooking and cleaning. Your days should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people. That’s what you’ll find at this premier assisted living and memory care community in picturesque...
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16 reviews
9.0
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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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Photo of Canopy at Walden Woods
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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71 reviews
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This facility is absolutely amazing from the staff to the residents. You mist see how beautiful this facility is in person. The management staff is absolutely phenomenal with families and residents..........
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 Canopy at Walden Woods is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness.Assisted LivingWhether you...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Staff was mostly really great. The reason we left was because he is difficult and did not think he needed to be there. But he did get better. I would recommend the community 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.
This is the luxurious senior lifestyle you’ve been looking for.Our Tampa community offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services to exceptional seniors. One visit, and you’ll see the difference before you even walk through our front doors, with our landscaped exterior befitting a...
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The staff are nice and willing to work with you on making sure all of my mom's needs are met. From what I've seen of the food, the food is good and mom seems to enjoy it. The memory care wing is kept clean...
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 GARDENS OF WESTBROOKE IS AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILS FLORIDA. ZEPHYRHILLS HAS AN ACTIVE HISTORIC DISTRICT THAT IMMEDIATELY TRANSPORTS YOU BACK TO A SIMPLER TIME. OUR NEWLY RENNOVATED COMMUNITY OFFERS A SLEAK LUXURIOUS LOOK SET IN GREEN LANDSCAPES WITH TREES...
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9.0
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Hunt Trace staff is friendly and helpful. The facility is clean. The rooms are a decent size to fit a full bed with a nightstand and a light with a dresser, tv and lounge chair in the living room part. Seems...
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.
Superior Residences of Clermont has provided exceptional service & care for the residents of South Lake County with both Assisted Living & Memory Care. Opened in 2003, Superior has been the Assisted Living of choice for over 10 years. Our community is located in the heart of Clermont on...
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8.9
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39 reviews
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Most of the staff are friendly and helpful. They offer a wide variety of floor plans from studio to 2 bedroom so you can get a size that works for you. It would have been nice to have 1 more kitchen cabinet...
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.
We believe that Orchard Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe and secure.At Orchard Heights our management teams live...
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Friendly, reliable And knowledgeable. Willing to help whenever I needed it I felt so much better and more eddies after I talk to you guys
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.
The Gardens of Lake Alfred is an assisted living community within the quiet town of Lake Alfred, FL. Our beautiful community is situated in a region full of citrus and palm trees with plenty of blue skies to enjoy throughout the year. Lake Alfred is a great place to reside and offers a wonderful...
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Photo of The Savoy
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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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 Excellence Senior Living
1010 Photos available
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Very friendly staff and caring. I felt mom was well taken care of. Mom said food was great. The only downside mom never left the room because they would bring everything to her which is a plus for her, but I...
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.
With programs not offered at other assisted living facilities; Excellence Senior Living, a member of the International Council of Active Aging, is a place where residents enjoy a high quality lifestyle. We provide proper care, security, life-enhancing programs, and activities in order to maintain...
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Photo of Vitality Living Baypoint Village
55 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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140 reviews
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Overall, we have been very pleased with the facility. The care staff and med techs are phenomenal. They are very sweet, genuinely caring, and seem to truly care about the residents. The food is really good,...
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 nestled in a private, wooded setting, Vitality Living Baypoint Village offers a variety of vibrant social and cultural opportunities that engage residents’ minds and bodies. Here at Vitality Living Baypoint Village,...
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Photo of Providence Living at Hunter's Creek
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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Positive friendly informative staff. To date no negative experience with anyone at the facility. Parents have been extremely happy with the food variety and taste.
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 Brookdale Wekiwa Springs
88 Photos available
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78 reviews
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For an independent person this is great. The cottage is nice and spacious. Upon moving in in there were some issues but the staff was great, nice and communicative.
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.
Relaxation for Now. Care for Later.Our community provides a wide range of senior living services in Apopka, Florida. With three different levels of care, many of our residents enjoy the resort-style, relaxed lifestyle of independent living. Others need just a little extra help through our...
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Photo of Discovery Village Trinity
99 Photos available
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If you are reading through the reviews by residents and their families, you may see my review when I was just welcomed in, wherein I gave glowing remarks and a lengthy description of this facility (Discovery...
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 Watermark at Trinity is an Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Trinity, Florida, just north of Tampa.In this friendly atmosphere we will offer extraordinary cuisine, fun events, interesting classes and customized care. Residents of The Watermark at Trinity will...
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Photo of Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle
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44 Floor plans available
8.8
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Staff was all very nice and helpful but not always quick to respond, particularly the medical staff. Food was good if sometimes bland; there could have been more fiber. I can't comment on activities as my...
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.
Here you can do more of what you love.With independent living, assisted living or memory care all on one campus, our community has care options to meet your changing needs. Here you’ll have the worry-free lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it.Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the...
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Photo of Savannah Court of Maitland
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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92 reviews
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[Name Removed] our handyman is exceptionally talented with cellphones, computers and television and he has helped me very much when i was lost. My name is [Name Removed] 82 years old and i really appreciate...
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.
Savannah Court assisted living can accommodate just over 100 residents. The Cove skilled nursing and rehabilitation center is small and intimate allowing optimal care for just under 40 residents. The entire community offers personal services to all residents, their families and our guests....
Photo of The Blake at Hamlin
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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 Azalea Park
1010 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.7
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It's a nice place and overall she likes it. Nothing is ever perfect. She complains sometimes when they don't serve food she likes but she's picky. She loves the apartment and the size is right for her. She...
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.
Azalea Park is the Florida destination you've been looking for. Conveniently situated in a quiet suburb of Tampa, we're close to wonderful shopping, fine dining, churches and world-class healthcare. Come home to us at the inviting and warm Azalea Park, you'll wish you'd done it sooner.
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Photo of Palmetto Landing
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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The director [name removed] was very caring and helpful to getting the initial setup. The apartment room was very nice size and accommodated her bed, couch, chair and dresser. Staff was always very pleasant...
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.
Palmetto Landing offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Winter Springs, Florida. We are conveniently nearby a large shopping center, as well as many parks, shops and restaurants.Our lovely single-story community has 64 apartments with three different floor plans for...
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Photo of Chapman Manor
88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.7
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So far, my Mom really enjoys her room there and the people she has met. It is a good, comfortable change of scenery, the staff are nice, and it's in a good location. She really doesn't like the food, though,...
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.
Situated on five acres, surrounded by trees, ponds and native wildlife, Chapman Manor at Lutz is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and...
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Photo of Elevated Estates Forest Oaks
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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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.
Welcome to assisted living and memory care that will make you say WOW! Upon arrival at Forest Oaks of Spring Hill, you’ll notice both warmth and comfort. With beautifully appointed rooms, enticing amenities and a caring, friendly team, you’ll be proud to call our sun-kissed community home.With...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Ocala
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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213 reviews
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Our family was relocating to Ocala so naturally I researched like crazy to find a place for my grandfather. Ocala senior living was top tier. Price negotiations, care, and communication has been amazing....
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Ocala is a quaint community nestled amongst the quiet of oaks of Ocala. We are near two hospitals, select rehabs, and only minutes away from On Top of the World. Our community is also within walking distance to shopping, popular restaurants, financial institutions, and...
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Photo of Highpoint at StoneCrest
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One of the things I like most about the community is that they are the friendliest. I would recommend this community to others. The apartment size is not too small.
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 The Cove at Tavares Village
1313 Photos available
8.6
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37 reviews
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From the front desk to the cafeteria staff, excellent, professional and above all family oriented. The care our loved one had while there was exceptional. The skilled staff in MC was attentive, well educated...
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.
Less than a mile from Lake Harris in beautiful Tavares FL exists a leisurely life at The Cove at Tavares Village. About 25 miles northwest of Orlando, you will find a group of senior citizens who wake up each morning greeted by sunshine and secure in the knowledge their lives are comfortable in...
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Cost of independent living in Sumter County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sumter County is $4,367 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake County, FL with an average of $3,076 per month.

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

Sumter County, FL
$4,367/mo

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

Sumter County, FL
$4,367/mo
$3,625/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$5,608/mo
Independent Living
$4,367/mo

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

Studio
$2,883/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,784/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$4,367/mo$3,625/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$4,892/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$5,608/mo$5,777/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Sumter County, FL:$4,367/mo
Florida:$3,625/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Sumter County, FL:$5,604/mo
Florida:$4,892/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Sumter County, FL:$5,608/mo
Florida:$5,777/mo
U.S.:$7,121/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.

Sumter County, FLFL stateNational

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 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
Sumter County, FL$4,017/mo$3,882/mo+3.5%
Florida$3,560/mo$3,449/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Sumter County, FL
2024 average cost:$4,017/mo
2023 average cost:$3,882/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
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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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
19%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.3%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
9.9%
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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
64.3%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.9%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
62.4%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.1%
15.2%
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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
54.4%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.8%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.2%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.8%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.5%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.3%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.4%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
67.2%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
56.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.8%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.3%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 320 independent living facilities near Sumter County, Florida. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 68% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 68% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 68% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 19% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 68% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 41% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 64% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, French, American Sign Language, Italian, Filipino, and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement, and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: The Willows, Sonata Windermere, and Brookdale Dr. Phillips 11. top3TransportWithLinks: American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement, and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement, and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement
The best independent living facilities near you in Sumter County, Florida are American House Wildwood, Bahama Bay Club Luxury Senior Living and Grace Manor Suites. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 68% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 68% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 68% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 19% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 68% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 41% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 64% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, French, American Sign Language, Italian, Filipino, and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement, and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: The Willows, Sonata Windermere, and Brookdale Dr. Phillips 11. top3TransportWithLinks: American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement, and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: American House Wildwood, Pebble Springs Retirement, and Steeplechase Gracious Retirement
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