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My time at Cedar Creek has been great. My children live within a few mile s and they visit a couple of times per week. I enjoy the walking space at the community for exercise.
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.
“CARING, PASSION, RESPECT in Assisted Living”, It’s what they do!Boasting 68 one-and-two bedroom apartments and studios, Cedar Creek offers the amenities of a booming community while maintaining the family friendly and personal atmosphere that draws so many to Merritt Island. “Upon becoming a...
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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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The staff at Alura is very attentive The common areas are usually clean except for when they throw a party, but then they clean it right up. The management is spot on great communication and very patient...
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.
At Alura Senior Living, we understand the challenges involved in moving yourself or a loved one into an Assisted Living or Memory Care community. At our brand-new location in Rockledge, Florida, just a few minutes from the cities of Cocoa Beach and Viera, our priority is to help make this...
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9.2
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22 reviews
9.2
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are amazingly friendly. Campus layout is exceptional. Food choices and quality are excellent. Your help in finding and understanding the various...
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.
Palm Cottages is an assisted living and memory care community located just off I-95 in Rockledge, FL. The beautiful 5 acre campus has been carefully designed to enhance the natural beauty of the Florida landscape and to create an oasis for the residents to enjoy. Our community offers 8 home-like...
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5 star
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Their employees are top notch and how they hire such nice people is amazing. The reason I would not give them a 5 is probably typical of most Assisted Living facilities, but we have some issues with how...
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.
Sonata Viera assisted living provides compassionate and distinctive living for today's senior. Our Harmony assisted living offers a different brand of senior living, founded on an unwavering commitment to customer service and resident choice. Blending signature programming, technology, a...
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8.0
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63 reviews
8.0
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1. Overall gets 4, 2. Kept clean 5, 3. Everyone is pleasant and friendly 4, 4. Quality of care NA in independent living. 5.admin. staff tends to be harsh. 2. 6. Food is close to terrible. Mostly cold when...
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.
Located in the upscale area of Viera, The Brennity at Melbourne is the clear choice for today's perceptive retirees and their families. Medical services, shopping, restaurants and hospitals are all close by. Convenience is built right in. The Brennity at Melbourne modernizes and redefines the...
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7.7
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7 reviews
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5 star
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The Blake was awesome. The staff are great and the facility took great care of my father in law. We needed a spot quickly for my father in law. The director/ sales team at the Blake helped us get everything...
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.
Building a New Tradition in Care:The Blake at Viera, located in a top 25, master-planned community along Florida’s historic Space Coast, features resort-style comfort and service. Hospitality and luxury are blended to create an exceptional senior retirement community. You are going to feel right...
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Holli Wilbur provided a list of 6 facilities. I visited them all. Most impressive was Living Southern Style. They have their act together and it was most affordable. After I placed my mother-in-law...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Living Southern Style of Brevard Living Southern Style of Brevard is a senior care home with heart in Florida's peaceful Rockledge community. Welcome to life in perpetual summer, where the sun shines on our residents 365 days a year and it's a common occurrence to see us enjoying a walk or a meal...
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Our family has been very pleased with La Casa Operations. We absolutely love the manager and we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones!!!
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
La Casa is nestled in Historic Merritt Park Place, surrounded by quaint gift shops, salons and restaurants. Come back to a simpler time where local business owners sweep their own stoops and share greetings with passers-by. Take a slow stroll down the street and just enjoy small town living. La...
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Very nice, caring and helpful staff!
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.
Palace Retirement Home is an assisted living community nestled in beautiful Rockledge, Florida only minutes from Orlando to the West, Cocoa Beach to the East and Cape Canaveral to the North. Rockledge is a lovely place to call home, and a wonderful place for friends and family to visit. Our...
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7.0
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17 reviews
7.0
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17 reviews
5 star
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Staff is very friendly. Food doesn't seem to be the greatest. Over all they are meeting my mother's needs. I would recommend it.
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.
Sodalis Merritt Island is Central Brevard’s premier senior living community! We offer spacious apartments, modern amenities, an exceptional care team – and an individualized wellness approach to caring for each resident.Enjoy chef-prepared meals, a robust activities program, and a variety of...
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I was very happy with the care that we received from this nice community. The staff were very nice and always helpful to my husband's needs. The community is clean and the meals are very good. They do offer...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Palms of Florida AFCH is a senior residential care home located in the coastal city of Merritt Island, FL and in Brevard county. Merritt Island is located on the Eastern side of the Florida coastline of the Atlantic Ocean. It is local to the River Lakes Conservation Area. The group home...
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Rosie and her staff took excellent care of my grandmother. This Assisted Living home was truly a home. Everyone is treated like family here!
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Angel Guardian Assisted Living Angel Guardian Assisted Living is located in Merritt Island, FL in Brevard County. This residential care home gives you the support that you are looking for in an area that is located on the eastern Floridian coast. Merritt Island provides residents and guests with...
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.
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I would recommend this Assisted Living Facility. The staff is caring. Love Senior Home Inc. takes the residents out on field trips. Boat tours, restaurants, parks and more . My dad enjoyed everyday and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Open Arms With Love is located in the central are of Brevard County in a quiet residential neighborhood. Easy access from I-95 and highway U.S. 1. In August 2005, we were licensed in Port St. John/Cocoa area, and relocated in 2012 to the current location. It is a family operation of licensed...
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The caregivers at this home are awesome. They take excellent care of mom. The food is homemade and mom seems to like it. They offer memory type games, bands that come in and they take her for a walk. The...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Norwood Assisted Living is a residential care home located along the eastern coast of Merritt Island, Florida. The beautiful Atlantic Ocean is visible throughout the peninsula. The scenic area is well known for John F. Kennedy Space Center and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Merritt...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
CharlesÆ Place, the Right Fit When your loved ones can no longer care for themselves in their home and your hectic schedule limits your availability to check on them, CharlesÆ Place offers an excellent solution for all parties. There are independent living facilities available at CharlesÆ...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Merritt Island, FL

The average cost of senior living in Merritt Island is $3,820 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockledge, FL with an average of $3,831 per month.

Assisted living costs in Merritt Island, FL, vs. nearby cities

Merritt Island, FL
$3,820/mo
$3,831/mo

Assisted living costs in Merritt Island, FL, vs. state and national averages

Merritt Island, FL
$3,820/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Merritt Island, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,820/mo
$4,393/mo

Assisted living costs in Merritt Island, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,665/mo
Private
$3,750/mo
Studio
$4,730/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,770/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,700/mo

Senior living costs in Merritt Island 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: Merritt Island, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerritt Island, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,820/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,393/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,289/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Merritt Island, FL:$3,820/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Merritt Island, FL:$4,393/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Merritt Island, FL:$4,289/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Merritt Island, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Merritt Island 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.

Merritt Island, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Merritt Island, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Merritt Island 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
Merritt Island, FL$4,148/mo$4,691/mo-11.6%
Florida$4,519/mo$4,316/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Merritt Island, FL
2024 average cost:$4,148/mo
2023 average cost:$4,691/mo
Percent change:-11.6%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,519/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merritt Island, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Merritt Island.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merritt Island

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merritt Island

Tranquility Haven LLC in Titusville, FL

4.7
Of the suggested possible venues, Tranquility Haven was the best of the bunch and while some others were slightly lower in monthly cost, some were not places I would want to stay myself. The home in which my mom is now resident was clean and fresh and the employed personnel seem competent and ...
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Norwood Assisted Living in Merritt Island, FL

5.0
I’m thrilled with the place. It was the only place that we were smiling when we left. The food is good and they are adaptive – even incorporating family recipes into the menu when possible. The administration and staff are just great.

The Brookshire in Melbourne, FL

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have turned out with The Brookshire, it is a very nice place! The community is well kept and clean, and the staff are all very friendly! They provide a high level of service, and the nurses are all very attentive. My loved one also really seems to like the ...
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Merritt Island review score based on 73 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 73 reviews of 25 Merritt Island assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merritt Island review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Merritt Island review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Merritt Island, FL25 facilities
8.5
Cocoa Beach, FL24 facilities
8.5
Rockledge, FL28 facilities

Review subcategories for Merritt Island assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 73 reviews of 25 Merritt Island assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merritt Island resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Merritt Island, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Merritt Island assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merritt Island assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merritt Island, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Merritt Island assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Merritt Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merritt Island, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merritt Island assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Merritt Island Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merritt Island, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merritt Island assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merritt Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merritt Island, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Merritt Island assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merritt Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merritt Island, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
24%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merritt Island assisted 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 assisted living communities in Merritt Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merritt Island, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
28%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
24%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merritt Island

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Merritt Island protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cedar Creek Assisted Living, Alura Senior Living and Palm Cottages of Rockledge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Merritt Island, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 26 assisted living facilities near Merritt Island, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Merritt Island, Florida are Grand Villa of Palm Bay, Glenbrooke Senior Living and Cedar Creek Assisted Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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