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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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My mother in law has been a resident for over 2 years. She has been well taken care of. Every one of the staff has always been cheerful, courteous and gentle with the residents. I can not sing enough...
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.
The Club at St. Cloud Assisted Living Community, offering gracious retirement assisted living, is located in St. Cloud, Florida, a small family oriented city just South of Orlando. Located in Osceola County, conveniently near the Florida Turnpike and US-192, there are many avenues for all to...
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77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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This is such a wonderful place. I'm so glad my mom is here. They treat everyone here like it is there own family. They are so caring and loving at the Addison. The food is good, there are tons of activities....
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.
Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House such a special place!Uniquely designed, Benton House offers...
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My dad has been at Grand Villa almost a year and he loves it. The management is so friendly. He has met friends and people he calls "family" now. He couldn't be happier and as a caretaker it has taken a huge...
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.
When it comes to senior living including assisted living and memory care, only one choice sits at the water’s edge overlooking the tranquil Indian River in Palm Bay, Florida. Only one offers resort-style amenities and unobstructed views of the majestic sunrise from nearly every window. RiverView...
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3535 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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5 on all. The best place!!! What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of the people and the staff. Everyone here takes an active interest in each other. Food not that great.
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.
Welcome to Glenbrooke Senior Living, nestled within one of Central Florida’s best kept secrets, the beautiful City of Palm Bay. Anyone can see the benefits of good old fashioned retirement living along the east coast shores of the sunshine state with mother nature and all its glory, the fantastic...
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77 Floor plans available
9.7
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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.
At Windsor at Celebration, you will find an unmatched choice in modern senior living with the coveted Celebration, Florida, destination location. This residential, independent lifestyle features top-shelf, specialized services and amenities, cutting-edge technology for resident security and...
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55 Photos available
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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
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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.
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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My mother-in-law is in her second year of living at Shell Harbor, and my husband & I visit her almost every day. WOW - it truly is worry-free luxury living! Everything is clean and well-maintained, the...
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.
Shell Harbor, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Murrell Road in Rockledge. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2021! Shell Harbor will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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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.
The PromenadeWhere healthy living and healthy aging go hand in hand!At The Promenade, our approach to senior care is focused on the individual wants and needs of each and every resident we serve. Here, you can shower on your own schedule, eat on your own schedule. Whatever your preferences, our...
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Overall experience 5. My mother moved in and they worked with her making her transition as easy as possible. Cleanliness 4 they do a great job keeping the apartments clean nothing special but its...
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.
“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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It's an older community with well kept Villas, beautiful landscaping and they mow the lawns. I'm happy here. A bit pricey. Close to Atlantic Ocean, shops and US One and Interstate 95. Also close to a small...
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.
Like its name suggests, the Florida Baptist Retirement Center is an assisted living community that is part of the Florida Baptist State Convention, making it an excellent choice for Christian seniors who want to live in the charming coastal town of Vero Beach, Florida. Our residences resemble the...
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9.4
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The faculty and staff are very welcoming and helpful. All willingly answer all your questions. The apartment sizes are based on the needs of the applicant. The amenities are all offered to each resident.
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.
Our senior living community in Orlando, Florida, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you with all...
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99 Photos available
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9.4
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The caregiver staff does a great job caring for mom. Their living conditions are clean, updated decor, lots of activities to participate with, outstanding gym, Pt on site, Dr's on site are good. Not many...
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.
The Glades at ChampionsGateAn exciting concept in senior living, The Glades includes three distinct neighborhoods offering choices for all lifestyles. We offer 114 Independent living, 73 Assisted Living, and 36 Memory Care residences.The Glades at ChampionsGate is close to everything you need....
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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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Staff at Water's Edge is great. Very attentive and caring. Apartment is perfect for those who don't need a large area to navigate but need room for their personal equipment and make the room into a home. Not...
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.
If you're looking for comfortable and convenient assisted living in Lake Wales, Polk County, Florida, Water's Edge is a vibrant and beautiful community that's ready to meet and exceed your expectations. Our clean and spacious apartments and villas, which are located mere minutes from downtown,...
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The staff is amazing and the food is delicious. My sister had an issue with an open incision and the staff was instantly responsive. I love that they do "field trips" once a week. I am only a phone call away...
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.
The Brennity at Vero Beach Senior Living offers beautiful elegance, undeniable charm and excellent care.The Brennity at Vero Beach Senior Living in Florida offers Cottage Living, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in a tropical setting on 36 acres of land. Our residents are...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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Providence Living at Hunters Creek is outstanding. I was so impressed with the memory care staff and cleanliness of the facility. I would highly recommend this facility to anyone who is searching for a place...
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.
At Providence Living at Hunter's Creek, we’re known for personalized care that weaves each resident’s tastes, preferences and choices into the day’s activities, programming and dining services. Personalization carries over to our staff and team members who develop care plans fully reflective of...
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Positives: Lovely facility - individual units and common areas. Dinning is quality in service and food. Many activities. Flexibility of schedule for residents and their families. Cons: The support staff can...
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.
You’ll feel like you’re living at your favorite resort when you call Somerby Lake Nona your home. This beautiful community lets you enjoy a small-town atmosphere while being close to everything that Orlando has to offer. Residents love our spacious apartments that feature high ceilings, spa...
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What we like the most about the community is that there are plenty of activities to keep the residents busy. Yes, I would recommend the community to others and I have been doing 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.
A FULFILLINGLIFESTYLE AWAITS AT THE CLUB AT LAKE WALESWherever you are on your life’s journey, The Club at Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales, Florida, Assisted Living...
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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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All 5's with the exception of food which is a 4. To be fair, my mom's super picky about food. Staff was extremely helpful with our transition, they made the process easy during a very trying time.
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.
Our assisted-living community, on the Atlantic coast of sunny Florida, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals, fun outings and anything else that you want...
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I know they have activities and different things like that but unfortunately, my mother doesn't participate so I can't really comment on how the activities are. She rarely even leaves her room. I think it...
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.
A Great Backdrop for a Great LifeIf you live in the greater Palm Bay area, you have an exceptional choice for senior living right in the heart of West Melbourne. You’ll get to explore a new kind of senior lifestyle, as our staff takes care of the cooking, cleaning and typical household chores, so...
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They are engaged, and invested emotionally and physically with the residents. Even coming back in late evening to be with the family members when the spouse passed away. They are so very accommodating to any...
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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I can't say enough about the staff here they are so accommodating for anything that you might need with your apartment or any kind of questions that you have about things going on in the building or you know...
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.
Offering uncompromising comfort and inspired modern dwellings, Parasol is a community for active adults 55+ seeking to “right-size” their current living standards with luxury amenities for enhanced enjoyment and increased opportunities for social activity, including a state-of-the-art wellness...
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The staff is good, very professional and helpful. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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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77 Floor plans available
9.0
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My mom and I walked into Lake Howard Heights and instantly put down a deposit. We moved everything about it. The employees are super sweet and my mom absolutely loves being there. She has made so many...
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.
Lake Howard Heights is a premier senior living community, located on Lake Howard in beautiful Winter Haven, Florida. We hold high standards in our home for dining, activities, and provided care. Our community has often been described in the Polk County area as upscale, and we are proud to provide...
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Cost of independent living in Whittier, FL

The average cost of senior living in Whittier is $3,777 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Avon Park, FL with an average of $2,739 per month.

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

Whittier, FL
$3,777/mo
$4,598/mo

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

Whittier, FL
$3,777/mo
$3,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,172/mo
Independent Living
$3,777/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,618/mo
Studio
$4,292/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,609/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,222/mo

Senior living costs in Whittier 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: Whittier, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhittier, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,777/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,905/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,172/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Whittier, FL:$3,777/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Whittier, FL:$3,905/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Whittier, FL:$4,172/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Whittier, FL, over time

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

Whittier, FLFL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Whittier, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whittier 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
Whittier, FL$3,729/mo$3,443/mo+8.3%
Florida$3,412/mo$3,308/mo+3.1%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Whittier, FL
2024 average cost:$3,729/mo
2023 average cost:$3,443/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,412/mo
2023 average cost:$3,308/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whittier

Recent reviews for independent living in Whittier

Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL

5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.

Overture Dr. Phillips 55+ Apartment Homes in Orlando, FL

4.9
The community is well run and safe, this is a healthy environment, and it's just like a family and we take care of each other. They have a heated pool for exercise and are trying to keep going with social distancing activities. I would recommend this community to others

Grand Palms Assisted Living and Memory Care in Orlando, FL

5.0
My Mom is very happy here! Grand Palms seems to be doing a great job overall! It's a very very clean facility, the staff are friendly, the food is delicious, and they've got a lot of wonderful programs to keep the residents entertained. I can't say enough about how much she loves it, sometimes ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at several communities, including Gentry Park, Grand Villa of Palm Bay, and Shell Harbor Retirement Community. Residents and their families appreciate the personal connections they've made with community caregivers, leading ...
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Varied and enjoyable activities. Several communities, like Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace, Shell Harbor Retirement Community, and Heron Point Independent Living of Vero Beach, offer a wide range of activities that cater to residents' diverse interests. Whether it's ice cream socials, bingo, aqua aerobics, or outi ...
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Delicious and customized meals. Residents consistently express satisfaction with the quality of meals at various communities, including The Promenade, The Brennity at Melbourne Senior Living, and Hidden Lakes Retirement Community. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring that residents look forwar ...
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Thoughtfully designed and maintained spaces. Throughout the reviews, residents praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living, Spring Haven Senior Living, and Gentry Park. Well-maintained interiors and exteriors contribute to a comfortable and enjoyable li ...
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Comprehensive care and support services. Communities like Glenbrooke Senior Living, Shell Harbor Retirement Community, and Lake Howard Heights offer various levels of assistance to cater to residents' needs. From independent living to assisted living and memory care, families can trust that their loved ones receive the care and s ...
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Accessible and responsive communication. Regular, open communication between families and staff is crucial for ensuring residents' well-being. Several communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Solivita Marketplace, Windsor at Celebration, and The Fountains of Melbourne, are commended for their timely and effective communication wit ...
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Whittier independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittier independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittier, 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 Whittier 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 Whittier partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whittier, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Whittier 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 Whittier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whittier, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittier 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 Whittier offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whittier, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Club at St. Cloud, Benton House of Narcoossee and Grand Villa of Palm Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whittier, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 193 independent living facilities near Whittier, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whittier, Florida are The Club at St. Cloud, Benton House of Narcoossee and Grand Villa of Palm Bay. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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