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If you’re looking for independent living in the Union County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Union County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 105 independent living facilities in Union County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Maxville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lake City, High Springs and Alachua.

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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
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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What families are saying about independent living in Union County

Recent reviews for independent living in Union County

Westminster Woods On Julington Creek a CCRC in Jacksonville, FL

4.6
This is a lovely property with gorgeous grounds. I believe there isn't enough staff due to COVID. The family has to follow up on requests to make sure these are taken care of for our loved one. The grounds are secure for the residents to enjoy the outdoors. There is one meal day provided by ...
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Noble House of Jacksonville

5.0
We as a family are extremely pleased with the care and attention that our mom is receiving from the staff at San Juan. They are very friendly and understand the wants and needs of their residents.

Plantation Oaks Senior Living in High Springs, FL

5.0
My mother lived at this facility for over a year and I loved it for her. Before she wasn't a really happy person at the last facility I had her in but once I put her in Plantation Oaks she was always in a great mood. Always !!! My mom passed away on August 26, 2017, due to complications from a ...
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Union County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union 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 Union 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 Union County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Union 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 Union County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.5%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union 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 Union County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.5%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.9%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.2%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Benton House at Oakleaf, Benton House of St. Johns and Diamond Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Union County, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 105 independent living facilities near Union County, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Union County, Florida are Benton House at Oakleaf and Benton House of St. Johns. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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