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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elwood Park, FL

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Photo of Freedom Village Bradenton, a CCRC
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88 Floor plans available
8.4
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It was a nice facility and the staff was very helpful. The price was comparable to other memory care units in Bradenton, Florida. The food was good and there were activities for the residents should they...
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.
Because mowing your own lawn is a highly overrated experience.Are you ready to experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of purpose and enjoy new experiences and connections with interesting new friends?  At our Life Care CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in Bradenton,...
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This is really a nice place. Someone here at the complex said if you get bored here it's your own fault . The staff is excellent and the facility is excellent. I can't rave enough . My apartment is a one...
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.
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Photo of The Villas of Holly Brook Bradenton Cove
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8.0
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15 reviews
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The facility is one and a half years old, very clean, management communication have been very good, the staff has treated my mom very good, the meals are all good quality. The negative would be the same 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.
The Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care: Bradenton Cove "The Villas of Holly Brook at Bradenton Cove is an upcoming community offering affordable Independent, Assisted and Memory Care studio apartments featuring individual climate control. Amenities include a bistro café, salon...
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5 on in all categories. Alderman Oaks has been great to my father. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had. The staff is great to my dad. Being...
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.
Alderman Oaks is a senior rental retirement community located in the 'Heart of Downtown Sarasota'. We are committed to providing high quality, high value, and affordable housing and care. At Alderman Oaks, we recognize and appreciate each person's God-given potential, individuality, and dignity. ...
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They are very friendly and they always remember my loved on when she goes for her respite stays. I would recommend them to friends and family. I'm very satisfied with this caring and friendly facility.
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.
DeSoto Palms Assisted Living Community is all about Living the Life and what better place to do just that than in the quaint, metropolitan city of Sarasota, Florida. DeSoto Palm's mediterranean style compliments the tropical living of Sarasota and is located just 10 miles from the beautiful white...
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33 Floor plans available
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
This stunning assisted living community is located in the relaxing, blissful Bradenton, Florida. It is located on four acres that will make your loved one feel like they are in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the wildlife, fountain and pond located near the community, residents...
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We chose Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay because they have 24 hour nursing which was very important for us. There is not someone just on call - they are present in the building at all times. The facility...
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 like the care that my mom is getting from this caring community. The staff have been very attentive to her needs and always make sure that is able to be with the other residents during the activities. We...
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.
Cabot Reserve on the Green is a free standing assisted living community licensed for 60 residents and has been open since 1999. The community is part of Family Extended Care, a not for profit organization, with five communities in Florida and one in Georgia. Residents enjoy the serenity of...
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Listening to my mother and father say the food needs improvement more variety . But everything else is good needs met and satisfied with the facility.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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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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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.
Photo of Residence At Bay Vue
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Riverfront Communities consist of The Verandas at Riverfront Assisted Living, and Riverfront Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.  Our campus is located in the historic Manatee river district of Bradenton, and our building  actually sits on the river front site of one of the first...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Palm Lake Estates Condominium
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Comfort Cove of Bradenton
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.
Photo of Comfort Cove of Bradenton
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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Plantation Village is an attractive gated community for seniors over 55 years of age filled with friendly and caring people. We have lived here two years, and know many who have lived here 25 years who feel...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.

Cost of independent living in Elwood Park, FL

The average cost of senior living in Elwood Park is $4,087 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seminole, FL with an average of $3,530 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elwood Park, FL vs. nearby cities

Elwood Park, FL
$4,087/mo
$4,043/mo
$3,961/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elwood Park, FL vs. the state and national average

Elwood Park, FL
$4,087/mo
$3,929/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elwood Park vs. other types of senior living

$4,327/mo
Independent Living
$4,087/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elwood Park, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,601/mo
Studio
$4,016/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,439/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,729/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,214/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Elwood Park

Recent reviews for independent living in Elwood Park

The Princess Martha in Saint Petersburg, FL

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Princess Martha and the facility and experience were great. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, meals and activities were also great. I would recommend The Princess Martha to others.

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Cypress Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care Residence in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
Everyone working there is very friendly. The facility is kept very clean. The thing most important to me is that my mother needs a lot of care and the girls that work with her really do a nice job. I would recommend this facility to other friends and family.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities, such as at Cypress Springs and Stone River Retirement Community, where they call residents by name and provide excellent support to both residents and their families.
Variety of engaging activities. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at communities, including movie nights, exercise classes, and social events, that help residents stay active and engaged in their new homes at Stone River Retirement Community, Beach Club by Sky Active Living, and Water's Edge of Braden ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Residents and their families frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, as well as personal living spaces, at communities like Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and Grand Villa of Sarasota.
Access to nutritious meals. Community dining experiences are a major factor in overall resident satisfaction, with praise for the quality and selection of meals at Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and The Alloro at University Groves.
Supportive living arrangements. Several families express appreciation for the accommodating nature of communities, like Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and Woodlands Village, to cater to their loved ones' individual needs as they transition into retirement living.
Communication between staff and families. Clear communication between communities and families is important to ensure residents' needs are being met. Families at Cypress Springs, Stone River Retirement Community, and The Alloro at University Groves share their positive experiences with responsive and helpful staff.
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Elwood Park independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwood Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwood Park, 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 Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elwood Park, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.8%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elwood Park, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwood Park 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 Elwood Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elwood Park, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.4%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
40%
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Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Sarasota and The Princess Martha are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elwood Park, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 80 independent living facilities near Elwood Park, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elwood Park, Florida are Bayshore Guest Home and Gardens, Grand Villa of Sarasota and The Princess Martha. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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