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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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69 reviews
9.9
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69 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
9%
3 star
7%
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6%
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I have lived here 1 1/2 years. As soon as I walked in I felt welcome and the family atmosphere. The staff is living and caring. Everyone involved in out care does a great job. The nursing staff has helped me...
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.
Located just minutes from St. Lucie Regional Medical Center, The Gardens of Port St. Lucie is nestled on the northwest corner of U.S. Highway 1 and Lyngate Drive. As a Five Star Senior Living community, we pride ourselves in our tradition of excellence in direct resident care, and our reputation...
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9.9
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32 reviews
9.9
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32 reviews
5 star
88%
4 star
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I can only talk about the Memory Unit just that's where my wife is very happy with the help they have it's clean. The food is good. It's very convenient for me. I think it's a is good as any any of them. I...
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.
Everything you love and need.At the Palms of St. Lucie West, you’ll find beautifully appointed assisted living apartments with services tailored to what you need most. Adult day program, A short-term stay, or a year-round home? We’re here.You’ll find restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity...
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1818 Photos available
9.0
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55 reviews
9.0
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55 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
25%
3 star
9%
2 star
5%
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My rating for Lynmoore is a 5 and based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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 friendly, relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to meet new friends and fill your day with a number of fun and engaging activities. Our caring associates are focused on providing you with the very best personalized care to ensure that you're comfortable and at ease. No more worrying about tedious...
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8.4
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97 reviews
8.4
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97 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
29%
3 star
6%
2 star
5%
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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.
Lake Forest Park offers distinctive accommodations and a superior level of independent living and assisted living services. Our community is designed for those who want companionship, diverse daily activities and amenities with personal attention all in a stimulating environment. Residents are...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Situated in the stunning Fort Pierce, Florida, Academy Assisted Living Community is the perfect choice for your new home. Known as the 'Sunrise City', Fort Pierce is a vibrant community with an exquisite harbor front that has a state of the art marina. There is also a fantastic library, golf...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Divine Senior CareDivine Senior Care is an assisted living community located in the city of Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida. Divine Senior Care provides the memory care services that some seniors need in a community that is beautiful and comfortable. The city of Fort Pierce has much to...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Sunland Gardens, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sunland Gardens is $4,481 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Windsor, FL with an average of $4,183 per month.

Independent living costs in Sunland Gardens, FL, vs. nearby cities

Sunland Gardens, FL
$4,481/mo

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

Sunland Gardens, FL
$4,481/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Sunland Gardens, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,605/mo
Independent Living
$4,481/mo

Independent living costs in Sunland Gardens, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,436/mo
Studio
$3,895/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,548/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,503/mo

Senior living costs in Sunland Gardens 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: Sunland Gardens, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunland Gardens, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,481/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,936/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,605/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Sunland Gardens, FL:$4,481/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Sunland Gardens, FL:$3,936/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Sunland Gardens, FL:$4,605/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Sunland Gardens

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunland Gardens

The Cabana at Jensen Dunes in Jensen Beach, FL

4.3
It was positive but intake staff did not do a very thorough job making sure all documents were in order and when a DNR situation arose this created a crisis. My dad ended up passing away from Covid contracted during his stay - total time in Cabana was less than 2 weeks.

Brookdale Stuart

4.9
Brookdale Stuart is a smaller community so they can really focus on and get to know the residents. A lot of the staff has been there for many, many years which says a lot to me. They are so caring, kind and helpful, we definitely found the right place for our mother. They are truly angels on ...
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The Brennity at Tradition Senior Living in Port St Lucie, FL

4.9
Brennity was it hands down, I can walk there or bring the golf cart, that's how close they are! The proximity overshadowed any other benefits of other facilities we looked at. The only thing that I would suggest is to have a guide book or handbook for the resident to make acclimation to the ...
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Sunland Gardens independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunland Gardens independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunland Gardens, 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 Sunland Gardens 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 Sunland Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunland Gardens, FLNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunland Gardens 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 Sunland Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunland Gardens, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunland Gardens 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 Sunland Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunland Gardens, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Port St Lucie, The Palms of St. Lucie West and The Lynmoore at Lawnwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunland Gardens, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Sunland Gardens, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sunland Gardens, Florida are Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living, The Gardens of Port St Lucie and The Palms of St. Lucie West. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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