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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Columbia, FL
The cost of independent living in Columbia is about $3,197 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 9 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Alachua, Lake City and Live Oak.
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I don't see much activities at the Canopy. The only other experience I've had with dementia facilities was top notch. Mom was at a facility in Jacksonville that was Wonderful. Lots of activities. We picked...
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.
The Canopy at Harper Lake is a beautiful community that embodies excellence in every manner. You will feel right at home in one of our spacious apartments with several different floor plans to choose from to fit your needs. From the activities that our residents participate in, like bingo, nail...
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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.
WillowBrook is a privately-owned and operated assisted living community located in Lake City, Florida. WillowBrook provides the highest quality of care for our residents while upholding their independence and integrity. Our trained, compassionate, and dedicated staff create a safe, healthy, 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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Columbia, FL
The average cost of senior living in Columbia is $3,197 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Raiford, FL with an average of $1,952 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia, FL vs. the state and national average
Columbia, FL
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Columbia vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Columbia, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Columbia
Recent reviews for independent living in Columbia
Plantation Oaks Senior Living in High Springs, FL
5.0
My mother lived at this facility for over a year and I loved it for her. Before she wasn't a really happy person at the last facility I had her in but once I put her in Plantation Oaks she was always in a great mood. Always !!! My mom passed away on August 26, 2017, due to complications from a ...
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The Canopy at Harper Lake in Lake City, FL
5.0
The Canopy has been a great place thus far. I had to move my Mom from her previous facility after a storm flooded the building. It was also getting too expensive, so a move was needed anyway. The Canopy is more within our budget since the city she moved from was just more costly due to being a ...
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Columbia independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia, 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 Columbia 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 Columbia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia, FLNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia 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 Columbia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia, FLNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia 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 Columbia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Canopy at Harper Lake, Willowbrook Assisted Living and Mayflower ALF are the top-rated independent living facilities near Columbia, Florida. See full list of communities.
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