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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 41 independent living facilities in Wellborn, 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 Lake City, Live Oak and Fort White.
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zipAveragecost: $3,560

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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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Cost of independent living in Wellborn, FL

The average cost of senior living in Wellborn is $3,560 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jennings, FL with an average of $2,629 per month.

Independent living costs in Wellborn, FL, vs. nearby cities

Wellborn, FL
$3,560/mo
$3,558/mo

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

Wellborn, FL
$3,560/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Wellborn, FL, vs. other senior living options

$3,996/mo
Independent Living
$3,560/mo

Independent living costs in Wellborn, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,912/mo
Studio
$4,675/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,811/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,630/mo

Senior living costs in Wellborn 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: Wellborn, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWellborn, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,560/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,717/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,996/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wellborn, FL:$3,560/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wellborn, FL:$3,717/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Wellborn, FL:$3,996/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Wellborn, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wellborn 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wellborn, FL$2,687/mo$2,965/mo-9.4%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Wellborn, FL
2024 average cost:$2,687/mo
2023 average cost:$2,965/mo
Percent change:-9.4%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Wellborn

Recent reviews for independent living in Wellborn

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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Holiday Atrium at Gainesville

4.4
I have been at the atrium for a few month and the staff is very kind, friendly and attentive. There is always lots to do and the meals are delicious. I toured the community a few months ago and was very skeptical about moving from my old house where I have lived for many years. When I made the ...
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Charter Senior Living of Gainesville

5.0
We chose this facility because of the location. ratings and cost. The staff have been very responsive to family. One challenge has been coordinating medication management with the facility's doctor who makes changes that aren't always aligned with her community based specialists assessments ...
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Wellborn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wellborn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wellborn, 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 Wellborn 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 Wellborn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wellborn, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wellborn 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 Wellborn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wellborn, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wellborn 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 Wellborn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wellborn, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gables of Gainesville, Charter Senior Living of Gainesville and The Canopy at Harper Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wellborn, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Wellborn, Florida. See the full list.
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