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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gifford, FL
Assisted living costs in Gifford average about $4,358 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 28 communities in Gifford. Our detailed directory has 322 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Fort Pierce, Vero Beach and Palm Bay.
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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.
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This care from this community is excellent. The staff is caring and attentive. We like the menu and my mom is happy with the variety. They offer a lot of activities for the residents and my mom enjoys...
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.
Pelican Garden is an assisted living community located in the beautiful Florida town of Sebastian, Indian River County, about 15 miles north of Vero Beach, in an area known as the Treasure Coast. Our community is named after the Pelican Island Wildlife Refuge located just across the Indian River....
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My father has been in this facility since 2010, prior to that he was in Amazing Grace sister facility in Port St. Lucie for about 10 years. The owner and staff are very caring. As the law indicates,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Gifford, FL
The average cost of senior living in Gifford is $4,358 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vero Beach South, FL with an average of $3,733 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gifford, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gifford, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gifford vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gifford, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Gifford over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gifford, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gifford
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gifford
Brookdale Vero Beach South MC
4.9
Overall, it has been the perfect fit for my father. [name removed] (father) likes the smaller environment, we like that it is a closed facility, and the staff is very accommodating.
Brennity at Vero Beach Senior Living
4.3
I would recommend it to others. My parents are pleased with their apartment and the activities. The food could be a bit better and the dining room needs a makeover.
Brookdale Vero Beach South AL
4.1
The staff is wonderful. Honestly they appear short staffed, but everyone here is so nice and helpful. The only thing I would add is that they do have housekeeping, but it could use a bit of improvement. Additionally the food is a bit bland and commercialized, but I understand they are cooking ...
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Gifford review score based on 84 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 84 reviews of 28 Gifford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gifford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Gifford assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 84 reviews of 28 Gifford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gifford resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Gifford, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Gifford assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gifford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gifford, 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 Gifford assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Gifford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46.4%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gifford assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Gifford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.6%
50.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gifford assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gifford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Gifford assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gifford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gifford assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Gifford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.6%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
28.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gifford
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gifford protect seniors.
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