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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.
Labelle Commons is a beautiful senior housing community located in the lovely city of LaBelle, Hendry County, Florida. This small and beautiful city is the perfect location to settle down in for any senior looking for the beauty of nature as well as the convenience of city life. Known as the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
All locations are beautiful renovated buildings with amenities and with our dedicated concierge service where residents will have open access to dozens of discounted senior services for day to day needs. This is 100% independent living with no medical/memory or dining room services...
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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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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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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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All that was explained before my sister moved in was true if not better. My sister is getting engaged in The Lenox because everyone has been helpful,
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.
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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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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: 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.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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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.
New, affordable, luxury living option!Live like The Golden Girls! UpsideHoM is the only fully managed, shared living option for active, independent seniors. Live in a beautiful 2 or 3 bedroom shared apartment in the heart of South FL in a vibrant, lively and amenity-rich apartment community....
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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
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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: 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.
Deerfield Beach, Broward County, Florida, home of the Praxis of Deerfield Beach senior housing community, has more than just Florida's near perfect weather. The neighborhood here is friendly, safe, and reputable. Public transportation is readily available to nearby parks, dining, shopping, and...
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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.
Deerfield Beach, Broward County, Florida, home of the Praxis of Deerfield Beach senior housing community, has more than just Florida's near perfect weather. The neighborhood here is friendly, safe, and reputable. Public transportation is readily available to nearby parks, dining, shopping, and...
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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
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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
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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
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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, 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in South Bay, FL

The average cost of senior living in South Bay is $4,240 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moore Haven, FL with an average of $2,998 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Bay, FL vs. nearby cities

South Bay, FL
$4,240/mo
$4,367/mo

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

South Bay, FL
$4,240/mo
$3,929/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Bay vs. other types of senior living

$4,650/mo
Independent Living
$4,240/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Bay, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,922/mo
Studio
$4,792/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,842/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,663/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,647/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in South Bay

Recent reviews for independent living in South Bay

Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace in Lauderhill, FL

4.6
We chose Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace because I thought they had more to offer and it looked a lot cleaner. I just thought it would be a better fit for my mom compared to others we saw and it has turned out to be so. Mom has a studio and it works well for what she needs.

The Sheridan at Hobe Sound

4.3
I have been here for more than 2 years, and I find that the greatest assets to the Sheridan are it's people. I have been attending the new program "tech time", taught by [name removed]. She uses current technology to help me with my many issues from the cell phone to uber rides etc. This ...
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Banyan Place in Boca Raton, FL

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Banyan Place! The facility itself is nice looking, clean, and very well kept. The staff is friendly and professional, and the owner was easy to work with a big help throughout the whole process! It's been a bit of an adjustment for our loved ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and effective staff. Residents and families consistently praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities, such as Advent Square and Addington Place of Jupiter, highlighting their ability to provide effective care and support.
Variety of activities. Communities like Palomino Gardens Retirement Community and Stratford Court of Boca Pointe offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active, from fitness classes and social events to arts and crafts sessions and educational workshops.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Delightful meals and dining experiences are a common theme among reviews, with residents at The Palms of St. Lucie West and Garden Plaza at Inverrary expressing appreciation for the quality and variety of food options.
Comfortable and spacious living quarters. Residents appreciate the comfortable and spacious living quarters in communities like Verena at Delray and Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie, with many mentioning the private balconies, large bedrooms, and modern apartment designs.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities in various communities, with residents at Park Summit and The Pointe at Ocean Boulevard commenting on the neatness and modernity of the common areas and grounds.
Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Many residents mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere in their communities, like Verena at Delray and Elison of Lake Worth, where they have formed close friendships and feel at home.
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South Bay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Bay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Bay, 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 South Bay 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 South Bay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Bay, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.1%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
31.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Bay 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 South Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Bay, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Bay 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 South Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Bay, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.1%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.2%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.4%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.8%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.4%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Palms of St. Lucie West, The Gardens of Port St Lucie and Sand Hill Cove Retirement Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Bay, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 318 independent living facilities near South Bay, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in South Bay, Florida are The Gardens of Port St Lucie, Barrington Terrace and Grand Villa of Delray East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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