10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in St Petersburg, FL
Florida has long been considered a retirement destination, and it is easy to see why. The weather is warm, the beach is close, and sunshine reigns more days than not.
Those looking to move to a lower-maintenance and lower-stress phase of their life might be considering assisted living. Most assisted living residents have on-site doctors, rehabilitation services, and daily task assistance at their disposal. As far as assisted living goes, picking a facility in a city nicknamed The Sunshine City is a pretty good place to be. Whether you want to relax on the beach or experience a light show, St. Petersburg has plenty to offer. Within a 10-mile radius of downtown St. Petersburg, which includes communities like Sunset Beach and Pasadena, you will find 30 partner A Place For Mom assisted living facilities.
Assisted living offers services that can be a great benefit to seniors, and these communities also provide access to other things that can be a boon for easier living. For starters, you will be surrounded by peers who are largely in the same phase of life. Assisted living facilities also offer group activities and outings so you are getting the best of both on-site living and off-site excursions.
This guide will tell you everything that you need to know about assisted living in St. Petersburg, Florida. You will learn about activities and attractions, how to pay for assisted living in St. Petersburg, the different types of facilities available, and laws and regulations.
St Petersburg Assisted Living Facilities | 845 Reviews
We have had good experience with the community. Sometimes it is difficult as a family member to make contact or receive responses from staff members but overall the community is a nice place to live that...
They are all very friendly and want you to be happy living there. It's beautiful and updated. Other places we visited were dark, drab and very dated. In my opinion, there was no comparison.
Overall, I would recommend this community. The benefits outweigh the weaknesses, and it is an overall a good value, especially when compared to other nearby communities. I would say the food/dining is a bit...
My sister is currently a resident at Westminster Suncoast and everything has been great for her at this facility so far! The facility staff are all very caring. The place is very clean and my sister is...
You have freedom to go and come as you please. You have to check-in each day by 10:00 if not they come and check on you. I think it's great you can ride to and from dinner. I would go back there if I find...
. I like Wentworth and so does my mother! Everyone's kindness and helpfulness has been so nice! We have been having many difficulties with her recent illness and hospitalization and everyone has been great!
It's a tough situation at best .....any facility is only as good as the people working there, those folks helping the clients & their day to day care. Yes, good help is always hard to find. The place was...
Very nice staff. Gorgeous location. New owners recently took over and renovations are beginning. Most of the staff appear to have stayed on through ownership changes. My mom feels safe and secure there.
Very impressed with Toby Weinman Residence. They have knowledgeable and helpful Nursing staff around the clock. The facility is clean and beautifully updated. If you want an enriching lifestyle that...
The staff is very helpful and kind. My mom is building a great group of friends and enjoying the community and a ton of great entertainment and activities. It's location is excellent being so close to all...
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The staff at this facility are very caring and compassionate! It is very clean and the activity staff are great with the clients! I recommend this memory care as I have visited mostly all facilities in...
My mother and our family appreciated the furnished apartment like rooms, each having their own bathroom and shower. We very much appreciate the homemade meals that are healthy and very tasty. The residents...
My loved one was a resident at Seasons Largo and the experience was great all around. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff, meals, and activities were also great. I would recommend this...
It was a great experience for my mom and our family. Mom was there for a little under a month and It was clean, the service was good and everybody was very friendly and helpful. She needed a nice and safe...
This place is amazing! It was the second place my mom and I toured that day, and I knew the moment we walked in the door, that this was the place we were looking for! She has been there about a month and a...
What our family really liked about The Pointe community was their staff team. The staff members there were really good to our loved one and based on the experience we had, we would recommend the community to...
I would rate 5 in all categories. My family member passed a couple of months ago, but I was always pleased with her care. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this...
It's wonderful! I would recommend it for anybody with mental illness or who has had substance abuse in the past. They have freedom to come and go, they have group therapy and private therapy. The trolley and...
great people, great caretakers, nice food, definitely a great place to live.
Magnolia Gardens is a great place - it's been really nice. The staff is great and do a great job. Like everybody else, they're short-handed. But the people they have there do everything. Whether it's...
Excellent care with love and compassion was given to my aunt. The owner is personally involved in resident care, she has the highest standards and insists that each resident receives the best possible care....
Great place for an affordable price! Caring management, helping residents not just in day-by-day living, but with all their life issues. If you want to be a person and not a number in a corporation owned...
Our family is very grateful to so many at Arbor Oaks at Tyrone where our mom had lived since 2017 before she recently passed. There were so many staff that cared for mom and we are eternally grateful to all...
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- Costs of assisted living in the St. Petersburg area
- How people pay for assisted living in St. Petersburg
- Understand Florida laws and regulations for assisted living facilities
- What to expect from assisted living in St. Petersburg
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- Transportation for seniors in St. Petersburg
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Costs of assisted living in the St. Petersburg area
According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average actual cost of assisted living in St. Petersburg, Florida, is $3,930.[01] This average includes any associated fees and service fee add-ons. This includes a variety of floor plans and services offered, and it’s important to note that there are several variables that determine the cost of assisted living.
The following chart represents a baseline cost for assisted living in St. Petersburg and does not include add-on fees.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint Petersburg, FL vs. nearby cities
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Saint Petersburg, FL by room type
Average cost of Assisted Living in Saint Petersburg over time
How people pay for assisted living in St. Petersburg
This section will tell you everything you need to know about paying for assisted living in St. Petersburg, Florida. Here you will learn about private pay options, VA benefits, Medicaid, and Medicare. This section will help you connect with resources that may be able to help you pay for assisted living in St. Petersburg.
Understand Florida laws and regulations for assisted living facilities
Assisted living facilities in Florida are considered a vital part of long-term care, and because of this, they are required to be licensed by the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation; relicensing occurs every two years.[03] In addition to standard licensure, specialty licenses such as limited nursing services, extended congregate care, and limited mental health services can be acquired by facilities offering specialized care plans.
To become licensed, assisted living facilities must meet standards when it comes to staffing and staff training; for example, the regulations require minimum staff hours per week for different numbers of residents to ensure adequate coverage for residents’ needs. Inspections occur at the time of licensing and also any time that the licensing agency deems an inspection necessary. Inspections assess food safety, physical safety, and biomedical waste. You can find inspections via the Agency for Health Care Administration’s public records.
Assisted living facilities are required to be properly staffed at all times. It is required that at least one staff member with certification in First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation be on the premises 24 hours a day.[03] The kitchen staff must also provide meals that meet the nutritional needs of residents, including therapeutic diets ordered by medical providers.
As for residents, there are eligibility restrictions as well. Those who wish to live in assisted living need to be able to perform many of the activities of daily living, cannot need 24-hour assistance, and are able to participate in social or leisure activities. New residents in all Florida assisted living facilities are examined by a licensed nurse within 60 days of moving in. Residents will then be examined monthly thereafter.[03]
Florida Department of Health contact information
Florida Department of Health
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: 850-245-4444
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
COVID-19 regulations for St. Petersburg assisted living facilities
There are currently no regulations for COVID-19 in the state of Florida or in St. Petersburg; however, the city recommends following these Centers for Disease Control guidelines.
Frequent and thorough washing of the hands can help stop the spread of COVID-19. While sneezing or coughing, it is best to cover your sneeze or cough with your arm.
What to expect from assisted living in St. Petersburg
There is a wide variety of assisted living options in St. Petersburg, Florida — from sprawling vistas to homelike settings, you can find something that will suit your needs with A Place For Mom’s assisted living partners. These facilities are made to suit you; you will receive the care you need while surrounded by your peers, and many offer everything ranging from arts and crafts to secured premises. Throw in a little sun and close access to a beach, and the setting just gets more appealing.
Setups with high access and low stress
Assisted living facilities are designed with those who need a little extra help in mind. This means that floor plans look at accessibility as a premium. Wheelchair accessibility can be found at these facilities, alongside elevators, guard rails, and wide doorways. All partner facilities offer 24-hour-awake staff; most offer on-call medical care from doctors, medication management, and visiting medical professionals, including nurses; physical, occupational, and speech therapists; and podiatrists.
Opportunities to build a strong social network
Beyond medical care, A Place For Mom’s partner assisted living facilities offer plenty in the way of socializing and activity. Most partner assisted living facilities have an activity director, art classes, day trips and outings, happy hours, live music, and other fun activities. You can go out to eat in downtown St. Petersburg or enjoy a meal right where you stay. A Place For Mom partnered assisted living facilities are designed not only for ease of life, but to provide options as well.
Options for every level of care and stage of life
The idea of “aging in place” is a popular concept, and one which A Place For Mom supports across its 30 partner assisted living communities. Five of the partnered A Place For Mom properties in St. Petersburg are standalone assisted living facilities, while there are 11 facilities offering a combination of assisted living and memory care. Five are considered a combination of assisted living and independent living, while six offer care that includes assisted living, independent living, and memory care. This progressive approach is appealing to those seeking care for all stages of life, empowering residents to shift from one type of care to another without having to pack up and move. Three of the partner facilities are considered assisted living/adult day care/memory care. The wide variety of options available in St. Petersburg makes it a good setting for all seniors.
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Transportation for seniors in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is a city where you don’t necessarily need to have a car, but it certainly helps to have one. There are walkable areas in the city, but if you are going to need to run errands, you will need some form of transportation. With that being said, the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PTSA) can get seniors where they need to be; plus, it offers discounts for people over the age of 65. The PTSA also offers the Disabled Citizen Program, which offers rides at a reduced fare.
Walk Score has assessed St. Petersburg at a walkability score of 43 out of 100, meaning vehicular travel is needed.[05] To get this number, Walk Score takes into account walking routes, public density, biking routes, and public transit. It is important to note that 87% of A Place for Mom’s partner assisted living facilities are located close to public transportation; the same percentage offers complimentary transportation, too.
Senior activities in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg, known as “The Sunshine City,” signals that most residents ought to have some fun in the sun while living there. Fortunately, there are plenty of options for outdoorsy folks and cultural aficionados alike.
If you want to get a feel for the nature around you, guided kayak tours at the Shell Key Preserve can be a relaxing day out on the water while seeing splendid flora and fauna. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve offers wonderful camping and hiking, plus it is home to the Lake Maggiore Environmental Education Center, which offers interesting programs. Sawgrass Lake Park is for the birds — no, really! It is the perfect place to go if you are into bird-watching, as thousands of birds migrate there through the fall and the spring.
The Island Sunset and Skywalk light show is a perfect way to end your day as the Skyway Bridge is turned into a large conduit for an impressive light show. Cruises are available for those who prefer the waterway, where dolphin sightings are commonly reported.
Of course, there is plenty to do indoors as well, especially for the artistically minded. Salvador Dalí fans are in for a treat at the Dalí Museum that spans the artist’s entire life and career. If you are into glasswork, the Duncan McClellan Gallery is sure to excite with both outdoor and indoor exhibits — not only that, it’s free. The Morean Arts Center is another free museum that also offers classes to visitors. It’s never too late to become the next Picasso! You can also try your hand at pottery or hone your craft at Charlie Parker Pottery.
The Sunshine Center is another fun place to make some new friends, take fitness classes, or satiate your everlong desire to learn! A senior center hosted by St. Petersburg’s Parks & Recreation Department, it also offers volunteer opportunities and support groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Consuelo's Assisted Living Facility, Dorothy Cares ALF, LLC. and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Palm Harbor are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near St Petersburg, FL. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Assisted Living in St Petersburg is $3,698 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
References
A Place For Mom. (2023.) A Place For Mom proprietary data.
State of Florida | Department of Elder Affairs. {March 2023.) Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program. Elderaffairs.org.
Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. (2023). Assisted Living Facility.
U.S. News & World Report. (2022). Bayfront Health St. Petersburg.
Walk Score. (2023). Living in St. Petersburg.
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