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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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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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Cost of assisted living in South Cocoa Beach, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Cocoa Beach is $3,984 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockledge, FL with an average of $3,831 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Cocoa Beach, FL, vs. nearby cities

South Cocoa Beach, FL
$3,984/mo

Assisted living costs in South Cocoa Beach, FL, vs. state and national averages

South Cocoa Beach, FL
$3,984/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in South Cocoa Beach, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,984/mo
$4,351/mo

Assisted living costs in South Cocoa Beach, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,015/mo
Private
$3,750/mo
Studio
$4,933/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,284/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,224/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,700/mo

Senior living costs in South Cocoa 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: South Cocoa Beach, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Cocoa Beach, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,984/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,351/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,243/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Cocoa Beach, FL:$3,984/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
South Cocoa Beach, FL:$4,351/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Cocoa Beach, FL:$4,243/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Cocoa Beach, FL, over time

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

South Cocoa Beach, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in South Cocoa Beach, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Cocoa 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Cocoa Beach, FL$4,575/mo$4,547/mo+0.6%
Florida$4,518/mo$4,302/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
South Cocoa Beach, FL
2024 average cost:$4,575/mo
2023 average cost:$4,547/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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 South Cocoa Beach, 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 South Cocoa Beach.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Cocoa Beach

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Cocoa Beach

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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Tender at Heart Assisted Living Facility in Palm Bay, FL

5.0
I have had family members before in a home like this, and they have always been very well taken care of at Tender Heart. It feels like a home, not a hospital.

South Cocoa Beach review score based on 55 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 55 reviews of 27 South Cocoa Beach assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Cocoa Beach 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

South Cocoa Beach review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
South Cocoa Beach, FL27 facilities
8.5
Patrick AFB, FL26 facilities
8.5
Cocoa Beach, FL24 facilities

Review subcategories for South Cocoa Beach 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 55 reviews of 27 South Cocoa Beach assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Cocoa Beach 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.
South Cocoa Beach, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
4.1
Friendliness
3.4
4.2
Care services
2.8
3.8
Staff
3.3
4.1
Meals & dining
3.1
3.7
Activities
3.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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South Cocoa Beach assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Cocoa Beach assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Cocoa Beach, 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 South Cocoa Beach 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 South Cocoa Beach that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Cocoa Beach, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Cocoa Beach 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 South Cocoa Beach Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Cocoa Beach, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Cocoa Beach 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 South Cocoa Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Cocoa Beach, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South Cocoa Beach 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 South Cocoa Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Cocoa Beach, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Cocoa Beach 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 South Cocoa Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Cocoa Beach, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Cocoa Beach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Alura Senior Living, Palm Cottages of Rockledge and Sonata Viera are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Cocoa Beach, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 29 assisted living facilities near South Cocoa Beach, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Cocoa Beach, 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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