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10 Best Independent Living Communities in University, FL

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My mother lived here for nearly three years and she was the happiest she had been in a long time. It is a beautiful community but what really makes it beautiful are the people who live and work there. A...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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 family feeling that you experience at Horizon Bay at Hyde Park is due to the genuine love the employees have for the residents.” Horizon Bay at Hyde Park is the first independent and assisted living retirement community built in South Tampa in more than twenty years. Located on the corner of...
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Weinberg Village is a lovely environment for seniors who need some help. One very nice thing is when you select an apartment, you can stay in that same apartment regardless of your increasing needs. It is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The assisted living community of Village of Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida offers care and companionship for elderly residents who want to still have a certain degree of freedom and independence while getting help with day to day activities when needed. There are many options available for...
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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: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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.
Unisen is the community that's dreaming just as big as you are as you enter your best years. For over 30 years, our residents have been the influencers behind Tampa's leading 62+ lifestyle experience. And as a not-for-profit lifecare community, we offer one-of-a-kind choices and healthcare...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are excited to show you how you can get superior assisted living or memory care at its best with all inclusive pricing.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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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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.

Cost of independent living in University, FL

The average cost of senior living in University is $3,539 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include River Ridge, FL with an average of $3,471 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in University, FL vs. nearby cities

University, FL
$3,539/mo
$3,636/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in University, FL vs. the state and national average

University, FL
$3,539/mo
$3,974/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in University vs. other types of senior living

$3,901/mo
Independent Living
$3,539/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in University, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,114/mo
Studio
$4,437/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,590/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,838/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in University over time

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What families are saying about independent living in University

Recent reviews for independent living in University

Sunshine Christian Homes in Holiday, FL

5.0
We absolutely loved this community, and the value is great. It was almost to good to be true, it would be a 10 plus. The activities on the memory care side seemed really good. My initial impression of Sunshine was that it was an older facility, but very functional and our loved one felt right at ...
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Addington Place of East Lake in Tarpon Springs, FL

4.4
The people make this place. So nice, responsive, caring, professional, and friendly. On the first day, everyone knew my moms name. It was so special. My mom is very happy there - beautiful balconies and large apartment.

Brookdale New Port Richey

5.0
exceptionally clean with a concerned staff

University independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University, 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 University 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 University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in University 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 University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University 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 University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
46.1%
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Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek, Coral Oaks and The Princess Martha are the top-rated independent living facilities near University, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 79 independent living facilities near University, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in University, Florida are Coral Oaks, Grand Villa of New Port Richey and The Meridian at Brandon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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