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My loved one was originally in independent living and it was fantastic. We ate there often and the food was really good. They have a huge menu of choices. We moved mom into assisted living and the staff that...
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 Carlisle Naples is a beautifully designed retirement community, situated on 18 acres of lush, tropical landscaping. Just minutes from the beach, The Carlisle offers easy access to world-famous shopping, restaurants and entertainment in lovely, picturesque Naples. Renowned golf courses, art...
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: 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, Memory Care, 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.
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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Orchid Terrace is a home away from home. It is warm and inviting.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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My husband's care was becoming too much for me to handle, I then found American House. They took over my husband's care and it has improved both of our lives. Couldn't be more grateful!
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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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.
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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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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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This community is wonderful and the staff here are so great with their residents. There is a beautiful courtyard and my husband loves going outside. The event coordinator talked with my husband and found...
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.

Cost of independent living in Vanderbilt Beach, FL

The average cost of senior living in Vanderbilt Beach is $4,641 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,743 per month.

Independent living costs in Vanderbilt Beach, FL, vs. nearby cities

Vanderbilt Beach, FL
$4,641/mo

Independent living costs in Vanderbilt Beach, FL, vs. state and national averages

Vanderbilt Beach, FL
$4,641/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Vanderbilt Beach, FL, vs. other senior living options

$5,108/mo
Independent Living
$4,641/mo

Independent living costs in Vanderbilt Beach, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,264/mo
Studio
$5,184/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,981/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,431/mo

Senior living costs in Vanderbilt Beach 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: Vanderbilt Beach, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVanderbilt Beach, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,641/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,937/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,108/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Vanderbilt Beach, FL:$4,641/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Vanderbilt Beach, FL:$4,937/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Vanderbilt Beach, FL:$5,108/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Vanderbilt Beach, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Vanderbilt Beach 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Vanderbilt Beach, FL$4,230/mo$4,054/mo+4.3%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Vanderbilt Beach, FL
2024 average cost:$4,230/mo
2023 average cost:$4,054/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Vanderbilt Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Vanderbilt Beach

Seaside at Fort Myers

4.0
I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...
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Terracina Grand in Naples, FL

4.1
I had two minor issues with the community. They have to do with the communication. It could be better with the way they present cost during move in. The care they provide is great. They have a preferred pharmacy of Mother's Pharmacy. The community couldn't tell me what the pharmacy would ...
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Carlisle At Naples

4.5
We chose this community as it had a welcoming atmosphere. The staff are open, caring and great at keeping an eye on her. The other residents are also good at watching out for her. The community is stylish, updated and they have an incredible maintenance crew. Mom likes spending time with the new ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews for American House Bonita Springs Independent Living and Bradford Square Retirement Community mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the residents and staff at their communities, creating a strong sense of belonging for new residents.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Reviews for American House Bonita Springs Independent Living, Brookdale Bonita Springs, and Bradford Square Retirement Community remark on the high-quality and accommodating meals offered, with the chefs able to cater to individual dietary preferences and restrictions.
Variety of engaging activities. Communities like American House Bonita Springs Independent Living, Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh, and Seascape At Naples offer a wide range of activities to keep residents active and engaged, including happy hours, games, fitness classes, and outings.
Clear and consistent communication. Many families appreciate the clear and effective communication between community staff and residents, ensuring everyone is well-informed and care needs are being met, as mentioned in reviews for American House Bonita Springs Independent Living, Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh, and Brookdale ...
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Beautifully maintained living spaces. Reviews for American House Bonita Springs Independent Living, Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh, and Bradford Square Retirement Community consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, with well-maintained common areas and private living spaces.
Supportive and helpful staff. Residents and their families express gratitude for the kindness and helpfulness of community staff, as noted in reviews for Seascape At Naples, Brookdale North Naples, and American House Bonita Springs Independent Living.
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Vanderbilt Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vanderbilt Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vanderbilt Beach, 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 Vanderbilt Beach 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 Vanderbilt Beach 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
17.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Vanderbilt Beach 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 Vanderbilt Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vanderbilt Beach 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 Vanderbilt Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vanderbilt Beach, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
47%
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