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Photo of Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek
4141 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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59 reviews
9.9
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59 reviews
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I give each category a 5 star rating. Grace Manor is a Great place! The staff is very friendly and helpful. My aunt who is 94 is happy with her apartment and all the activities that are provided. It is very...
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.
At Grace Manor at Hunters Creek, you’ll feel the difference that regional ownership and management make in creating a warm, family-focused environment, especially suited for senior living. Grace Manor at Hunters Creek is owned and managed by Mainstay Senior Living and has been opened since 2019....
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Photo of The Club at Bartow
55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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32 reviews
9.7
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32 reviews
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I am very grateful to [name removed] for introducing us to [name removed] and her great Team of staff (too many beautiful people here to mention) at AUS Bartow. We were made to feel welcome from day one....
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.
A FULFILLINGLIFESTYLE AWAITS AT THE CLUB AT BARTOWWherever you are on your life’s journey, The Club at Bartow, in Polk County, FL is your ideal home base – your source of rest, joy, and encouragement for the warm days ahead. The loving atmosphere of our Bartow, Florida, Assisted Living community...
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Photo of Hawthorne Inn of Lakeland
1212 Photos available
9.3
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8 reviews
9.3
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They do fun family events, they do seem lighter staffed on the weekends. I would have liked some support with the transfer process, however we were left on our own through that
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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Photo of Brookdale Highlands
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.3
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60 reviews
8.3
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60 reviews
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It was the nicest one that we visited. The Memory Care was really top-notch. And it was close to our house, which was really key so we could visit often
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.
Do more. Live more. Find your best senior living life here.There’s a world of activities waiting to be explored at our Highlands community, and you’re just the senior to do it. Life here means a different kind of senior living, where your needs are met, your safety is taken care of 24/7, and your...
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7.8
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38 reviews
7.8
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38 reviews
5 star
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11%
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[name removed] is such a blessing at Ansley Parke. Her approachable manner is so enthusiastic, welcoming, compassionate, and professional. Anyone with a loved one at Ansley Parke can be assured that they are...
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.
Full Days. Full Lives. Full Hearts.You deserve the best of what life has to offer, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice the quality of life you want for the safety and security you need, especially as your health changes. At our Lakeland community, you and your loved ones will live with the peace...
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My mom is doing great at Westminster Lakeland! They are friendly and caring. I can say that it is hard to get my mom to ask when she needs something. It is a my mom thing. I wish she would push her button...
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
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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.
Photo of Kindhearted Assisted Living Facility Inc
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My Mother is doing very well. Everything is going fine 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.
If you want to know why we are the best around at providing assisted living, our title says it all. We are kind hearted and able to provide you with any kind of care that your loved one needs throughout the years. At Kindhearted ALF, we take assisted living to the next level, making sure that you...
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Cost of assisted living in Royster, FL

The average cost of senior living in Royster is $3,383 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wauchula, FL with an average of $3,222 per month.

Assisted living costs in Royster, FL, vs. nearby cities

Royster, FL
$3,383/mo
$3,436/mo
$3,653/mo

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

Royster, FL
$3,383/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Royster, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,383/mo
$4,055/mo

Assisted living costs in Royster, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,958/mo
Studio
$4,329/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,372/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,928/mo

Senior living costs in Royster 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: Royster, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRoyster, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,383/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,055/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,427/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Royster, FL:$3,383/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Royster, FL:$4,055/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Royster, FL:$3,427/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Royster, FL, over time

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

Royster, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Royster, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Royster 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
Royster, FL$4,613/mo$4,577/mo+0.8%
Florida$4,518/mo$4,302/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Royster, FL
2024 average cost:$4,613/mo
2023 average cost:$4,577/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,518/mo
2023 average cost:$4,302/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Royster, 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 Royster.

What families are saying about assisted living in Royster

Recent reviews for assisted living in Royster

Lake Howard Heights in Winter Haven, FL

5.0
A lovely residence where each employee treats the residents with kindness and care. The building is very clean and well cared for. The apartments are generously sized. They have a very robust activities schedule; there's always something to do if you want. We moved my in-laws out because Mom had ...
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Savannah Cottage of Lakeland

5.0
My mother lives at this community. It was very difficult reaching the decision to move her in, but we had to for her safety as she was beginning to wander. The resident care Director spoke with us for two hours. He went over what we could expect, what my mom’s routine would be like, and things ...
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Brookdale Winter Haven MC

4.6
The staff was amazing. They helped at each phase and they were patient and kind. We couldn't have asked for better staff. Overall, the facility was great. Clean, well cared for and the food appeared great as well (I didn't get to sample)I would absolutely recommend this community to other ...
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Royster review score based on 42 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 7 Royster assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Royster 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

Royster review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Royster, FL7 facilities
8.5
Mulberry, FL13 facilities
8.2
Bartow, FL345 facilities

Review subcategories for Royster 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 42 reviews of 7 Royster assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Royster 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.
Royster, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Royster assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Royster assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Royster, 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 Royster 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 Royster that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Royster, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Royster 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 Royster Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Royster, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Royster 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 Royster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Royster, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
36%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Royster 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 Royster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Royster, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Royster 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 Royster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Royster, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Royster

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 Royster protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek, The Club at Bartow and Hawthorne Inn of Lakeland are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Royster, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near Royster, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Royster, Florida is Grand Villa of Lakeland. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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