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Photo of Renaissance North TampaCommunity card badge
1818 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.5
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109 reviews
9.5
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109 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
27%
3 star
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They have only been there for a short period of time .But so far, great feedback, they seem to love it. Everything good so far
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.
Renaissance is an upscale senior living community in Tampa, Florida.Renaissance has been renovated with an upscale, modern feel and offers a continuum of care without expensive buy-ins. This multi-million-dollar renovation brings a renewed vibe and reawakened energy to the community.
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1010 Photos available
9.4
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23 reviews
9.4
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23 reviews
5 star
70%
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They seem to treat everyone very kindly. Facility is clean. Everyone seems to be happy. I visit at different times and they always seem to keep everyone engaged in activities. Also, The nurses keep a close...
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.
Atrium Gardens is a stand alone community, family owned and operated, dedicated to memory care. Offering an all inclusive, first class service for elders with long or short term care. We understand the challenges you face caring for a loved one experiencing memory loss - and the need for a...
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88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.8
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74 reviews
8.8
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74 reviews
5 star
43%
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3 star
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The no pressure, frequent contact and depth of resources available as well as checklist for gauging. The quality of the choice is given. I have recommended you to others and I would not add anything right...
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.
Situated on five acres, surrounded by trees, ponds and native wildlife, Chapman Manor at Lutz is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and...
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Photo of Inspired Living at Tampa
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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50 reviews
9.9
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50 reviews
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They look after her like she is family and it makes me feel so much peace of mind knowing that she's in good hands that she's being looked after and cared for with such competent professionals. I truly feel...
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.
Located a mile west of Veterans Expressway off Hillsborough Avenue, Inspired Living at Tampa provides personalized care with assisted living services specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other memory impairments. Residents are truly at the center of their care,...
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9.8
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42 reviews
9.8
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42 reviews
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I love all the activities they provide the residents and that they invite families to join in for certain celebrations too. We have been super lucky with amazing nurses helping my mom. They are always so...
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.
Supportive Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care The Meridian at Brandon is embracing a resort style living as our community was designed like a boutique hotel. A grand, two-story atrium, offering accommodations for exciting activities or events. Offering restaurant-Style dining by...
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1010 Photos available
9.7
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52 reviews
9.7
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52 reviews
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my wife is in the memory care part of the facility so my contact for the most part has involved only that part of the facility. It's close, only about 10 minutes away, so I can visit frequently and get there...
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.
Legacy at Highwoods Preserve is an assisted living community located in Tampa, Florida which is in Hillsborough County. The environment of this community is that of a luxurious resort. Residents will always have a variety of things that they can choose to participate in every day. From emotional...
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2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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109 reviews
9.4
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109 reviews
5 star
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So far everything is going well so I would say a 5. The management team is very professional and compassionate and do a great job.
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.
Sodalis Tampa is a single-story community located on 6 acres of beautifully landscaped land with opened courtyards and is adjacent to one of Tampa's wetland and conservation areas.This community offers affordable luxury and is just moments from the abundant conveniences of the Greater...
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9.4
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140 reviews
9.4
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140 reviews
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Well, I think it used to be a hotel so it's not institutional looking. It's kind a like a hotel lobby and a great dining area and then I feel like my studio was like a little hotel room upstairs.! Lots of...
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 just minutes from community hospitals and one mile south of Van Dyke Road on Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa Gardens Senior Living is nestled on the northwest edge of the city, just south of the farmlands of Pasco County. We pride ourselves in our continuity of care provided by experienced...
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1515 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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54 reviews
9.2
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54 reviews
5 star
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Visited a family friend that has been living in the community a little over 2 months transformation on how they look now being in the community with activities and friends warms my heart. The staff treat him...
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.
Build Your Best LifeYou’ll find that our Tampa area community is built from the ground up for one thing: you. Each of our spaces, from your personalizable apartment to our large, carefully decorated community living room, is built to maximize that home sweet home feeling. We are located in...
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Photo of The Colonnade at Northdale
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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63 reviews
8.9
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63 reviews
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We are so grateful that [name removed] and [name removed] worked so hard with us to get my mother settled in and feeling comfortable. They are both kind and patient - extremely important during a transition...
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.
This is the luxurious senior lifestyle you’ve been looking for.Our Tampa community offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services to exceptional seniors. One visit, and you’ll see the difference before you even walk through our front doors, with our landscaped exterior befitting a...
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Photo of The Reserves at Idlewild
99 Photos available
8.6
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13 reviews
8.6
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13 reviews
5 star
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Everyone have shown compassion and caring while taking care of our mother. The one bedroom apartment has plenty of room for her and guests. The facility is well kept, clean and maintained.
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.
Selection of luxury suites with custom options. Your choice of studio, one, and two bedroom apartments. The exclusive Enclave featuring a Personalized Concierge service, Keyless entry, Private entrances, French Doors exiting to a private patio, as well as limited reserved parking space. Each...
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Photo of Magnolia Manor Assisted Living
11 Photo available
8.5
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27 reviews
8.5
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27 reviews
5 star
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He was there for a very, very short time and had to return to the nursing home. Reason did not have anything to do with the facility ; They were wonderful, warm, welcoming and assisted me moving in and...
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.
Magnolia Manor is an assisted living community located in the charming southern town of Lutz, FL. This is the type of town where everyone waves a friendly hello and people from out of town are made to feel at home. Not only do the residents feel the welcoming atmosphere of Lutz, but visiting...
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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Tampa
1919 Photos available
8.4
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14 reviews
8.4
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14 reviews
5 star
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I would highly recommend them for anyone who needs skilled memory care and management for the extreme behaviors that can sometimes occur with dementia and Alzheimer's. They have the ability to administer...
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.
For 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas, inviting...
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1212 Photos available
8.3
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41 reviews
8.3
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41 reviews
5 star
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Everyone is so welcoming when you first walk in the door. I'm familiar with several staff members and they always greet me with a smile. I'm just so happy my mom is in a loving environment. As long as...
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.
Promise Pointe at Tampa Oaks is a fusion of cutting-edge expertise in assisted living and memory care, high-end hospitality and a sincere commitment to enriching the lives of the individuals that we serve. We are located in a prime location - convenient for visitation purposes, close to many...
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A few years back as my mom entered her 80’s, her memory began to diminish. At first, it was slow and we, her family, worked had to overlook any imperfections. But by her 81st birthday, her short comings...
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.
Memory Lane Cottage @ Tampa Palms is designed for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementia related disorders. Memory Lane Cottage @ Tampa Palms is located off Bruce B. Downs Blvd. and conveniently located to the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer's Institute, James Haley VA Hospital, Moffitt...
Photo of Keystone Place at Terra Bella
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.9
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24 reviews
7.9
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24 reviews
5 star
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Love the other residents. Very friendly and I play games with several groups of people. I like the food but some say it has gone down hill. I tend to think it is overpriced but I love the outdoor balcony...
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.
Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Terra Bella, we guarantee you will be both inspired and enabled to do just that!Located on a beautifully landscaped campus in Land O' Lakes, Florida, our senior living community is committed to providing...
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My mother lived here for nearly three years and she was the happiest she had been in a long time. It is a beautiful community but what really makes it beautiful are the people who live and work there. A...
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.
“The family feeling that you experience at Horizon Bay at Hyde Park is due to the genuine love the employees have for the residents.” Horizon Bay at Hyde Park is the first independent and assisted living retirement community built in South Tampa in more than twenty years. Located on the corner of...
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I have my Mother here and she is doing wonderful. I love the staff I have a real connection with all of the day shift. The staff go that extra mile to make sure your loved one is being taken care of. I had a...
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.
Royal Sun Park is an assisted living community nestled away in scenic Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. The trees are abundant, lining the streets and paving the way to this paradise. With the Museum of Science and Industry nearby, there is plenty to do. The helpful and friendly staff...
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Excellent facility! Great staff especially [name removed]. She was very helpful in her presentation, tour and getting him into your community. She is truly genuine, friendly, patient, understanding and has a...
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.
Palm Terrace Assisted Living Facility and Adult Day Care offers private and semi-private accommodations at an affordable price for low to moderate income seniors in the heart of Temple Terrace, Florida. The community offers apartments with kitchenettes and accessible bathrooms. Residents also...
Photo of Angels Senior Living at Lodges of Idlewild
1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
6.0
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6.0
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Angels Senior Living at the Lodges of Idlewild turned out to be the perfect place for my father and stepmother. The caring nature of the staff, the cleanliness of the community, and the welcoming atmosphere...
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.
We do accept Medicaid in our community. As well as Long Term Care Insurance.
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Overall I think it is a great facility!! It's becoming more expensive so my parents will have to move soon. The staff is kind and respectful. If there is a problem they sit and discuss and try to solve. I...
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 Discovery Village At Tampa Palms, a world-class senior living community in Tampa, Florida that is elevating senior living to a new standard.Our stylish community offers three distinct lifestyle options, starting with supervised independent living, and progressing to assisted living and...
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We were there for a week and a half before he got sick again, but the CNA's were very helpful. The administrator there, she was great. They helped get my father what he needed in the short time he was there....
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.
We are a small Assisted Living Facility located on 4 Beautiful acres with Home Style Living and Serene Lakefront views,Our caring staff members have over 15 years experience in senior care
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1111 Photos available
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My parents reside at St Josephs John Knox Village the serving staff the nurses, and staff seem to have been there for quite some time which indicates their turnover rate is low. Michele Caruso goes above and...
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.
St. Joseph's John Knox Village is an accredited Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Tampa, Florida. It offers comfortable independent retirement living with financial security. In our beautiful 14 acre gated campus, we offer Independent Living choices which include Lease/Rent or...
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I would recommend this community. They are very nice people. The rooms are very clean. There are two people per room. They did offer activities to residents, like bingo, music, and some other...
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.
Bamboo Villas ALF is a family owned and operated assisted living facility located in beautiful Tampa,Florida. Restaurants, shopping, and churches are just minutes away from our facility. Much thought, time, and effort went into the design and development of our facility with our traditional...
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I am thankful for this place for my aunt. We live out of town and she has lived there for two years and is so well cared for. They have wonderful activities; she loves the exercise and crafts. They are so...
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.
Great American Assisted Living at TampaGreat American Assisted Living at Tampa is an assisted living community situated in the sunny region of Tampa, Florida. The lovely community belongs to a city that has been one of the most popular places for families and seniors to live for years. With year...

Cost of nursing homes in University, FL

The average cost of senior living in University is $3,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include River Ridge, FL with an average of $3,878 per month.

Nursing homes costs in University, FL, vs. nearby cities

University, FL
$3,901/mo
$3,973/mo

Nursing homes costs in University, FL, vs. state and national averages

University, FL
$3,901/mo
$4,276/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in University, FL, vs. other senior living options

$3,901/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,901/mo

Nursing homes costs in University, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,269/mo
Studio
$4,608/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,649/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,838/mo

Senior living costs in University vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: University, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversity, FLFloridaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,901/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,545/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,901/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,539/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
University, FL:$3,901/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
University, FL:$3,545/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
University, FL:$3,901/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
University, FL:$3,539/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in University, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in University 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.

University, FLFL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in University, FL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in University 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
University, FL$4,305/mo$3,972/mo+8.4%
Florida$4,742/mo$4,485/mo+5.7%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
University, FL
2024 average cost:$4,305/mo
2023 average cost:$3,972/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,742/mo
2023 average cost:$4,485/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in University

Recent reviews for nursing homes in University

Angels Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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Forest Glen Lodge in New Port Richey, FL

4.3
I like Forest Glen Lodge because it is in nature and has a country feeling. It makes you feel like you are home. The only thing I have an issue with is I like to pay monthly and I am not able to do that. Also the staff need to be a little more consistent, some are good some are bad. Overall I am ...
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Savannah Court of Brandon

3.5
I was disappointed in the care my loved one received during their short stay. My loved one was supposed to be getting bathed twice a week and the community was supposed to be doing the laundry for my loved one. I ended up having to ask for this to be done. The community wasn't able to ...
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University nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University, 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 University nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in University that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
University, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.7%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.3%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.7%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.5%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.9%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.7%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.1%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.3%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in University nursing homes

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 University Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
University, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.5%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.4%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.9%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.4%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.7%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in University nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
University, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
University, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.3%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.5%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.5%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.9%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
27.4%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.3%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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