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The cost of independent living in Gateway is about $4,458 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 887 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.

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55 Floor plans available
9.7
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44 reviews
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44 reviews
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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 Palms of Fort Myers is a retirement community offering Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our residents enjoy a heated swimming pool, walking paths, a game room, a pub, library, gym, beautiful chapel and a Rehabilitation and Wellness Outpatient Clinic, among many other services and...
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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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53 reviews
9.8
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53 reviews
5 star
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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.
Canterfield of Fort Myers invites you to discover a truly exceptional way of life. We are an inspiring retirement community that enables you to design each day as you desire. We are building a brand new tradition by offering "carefree living" in a country club-like setting where our residents...
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99 Floor plans available
9.8
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45 reviews
9.8
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45 reviews
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What we like the most about American House is the food, value and friendliness. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far .
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.
At American House Bonita Springs, you’ll enjoy senior living at its finest, in a warm and welcoming environment with a long list of amenities, helpful services and engaging activities all designed around you. Our beautiful community offers living options to allow our residents the opportunity to...
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9.7
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Everyone is very welcoming and lovely. The atmosphere walking in is homelike. There were people watching a movie and the smell of popcorn was in the air when I first visited. All the staff are incredibly...
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.
A Community That’s Redefining IndependenceTucked into a quiet corner near the center of all that Fort Myers has to offer is a premier assisted living community that provides a wonderful retirement lifestyle. Our residents trade the stress and isolation that often come with life at home for a...
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9.7
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[name removed] was the best in assisting us in entering American House. She went over and beyond to help in any way. [name removed] in the dementia unit has been a God Send for my wife care.
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.
Welcome to American House Ft. MyersOpening in spring 2018 American House Fort Myers is located off of Metro Parkway adjacent to Lee Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers. We will feature assisted living and memory care apartments.When it comes to selecting a senior living community for...
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9.7
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78 reviews
9.7
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I would give a 5 to 1 - 7, and a 5 for value as long as the prospective tenants are Veterans. Brookdale is pro-military, and gives a good discount for veterans. So far we are thoroughly enjoying being here....
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.
Together, We’re Redefining IndependenceYou’ve earned this. Our independent living seniors get to trade away the hassles of homeownership, getting in return a safe community with emergency care available 24/7, and a whole team of caring staff members that will take care of cooking, cleaning, and...
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9.6
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My father was only there for about a week. Before he passed. But I would rate all the categories five for categories one through five. The food is probably a four.. we didn't get to experience the...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place is a beautiful community located in a quiet, charming neighborhood, with shopping, restaurants, and local attractions just around the corner. From the beautiful sun porches, balconies, and landscaped grounds, to the fitness center, library, pool, and social...
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9.5
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The overall experience was as good as could be expected. All staff were respectful and considerate and took pride in what they were doing.
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.
Calusa Harbour Senior Living offers Independent Living and Assisted Living for seniors who want to maintain their rich and rewarding life without the responsibilities of running a household. Here, you're given independence and options. We offer a choice of apartment floor plans, restaurant-style...
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9.3
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24 reviews
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it is expensive, I'm on a villa, wih a garage and two br, so it's more expensive. However, what I like the most about the community is the garage. The food, the Activities The friendliness
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.
Welcome to amavida, a 32-acre, resort-style senior living community in Fort Myers, Florida, designed for those who have a love of life. Choose from maintenance-free cottages, residences, apartments and suites. Indulge in exceptional amenities including a variety of pools, restaurants, bistros,...
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9.2
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117 reviews
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Before moving to The Summit, I checked out several other senior living facilities. Some were nice, while others were not so much. I hadn’t considered The Summit because I thought it was a condo.A Place for...
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.
Welcome The Summit of Fort Myers, Lee County's premier independent retirement living community located in the tropical paradise of Southwest Florida. Spanning nearly three decades and going strong, our mission is to provide freedom and independence supported by services that promote quality of...
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9.2
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I have lived here over a year and found the staff and residents to be friendly. I have made several close friends and the staff is always willing to stop and talk to you or wave if they are busy. One has...
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.
At Springwood Court, we have an abundance of ways to make your life here enjoyable, including — but not limited to -beautifully landscaped courtyard and gardens, fine cuisine and activities & social groups. Our assisted living offers tastefully appointed apartment-style living, attractive...
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9.0
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A Place for Mom as a company has really caring and knowledgeable people working there. They are very helpful, followed up, made an appointment and we were done and moved mom in within 4 days. It was a great...
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.
Lehigh Acres Place is a pet friendly assisted living community providing personalized assistance with daily task to help maintain independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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105 reviews
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105 reviews
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Our family is beyond blessed to have our Father at Brookdale of Cypress Lake. He is loved, cared for and apart of the community. He shares his meals and time with other residents who have become friends. His...
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.
Full Life for Fantastic SeniorsYou deserve the best of what senior living has to offer, and that’s what you’ll find in this community tucked away in Fort Myers. Residents here receive excellent care, either assisted living or memory care, and also enjoy an excellent life. Assisted living...
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8.5
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8.5
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There is a new chef who has just started, so that may improve .I would most enthusiastically recommend them to others! My mom is 90 now and is enjoying to care and freedom that living in Discovery Village...
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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All areas seem to perform their duties as expected. As far as cost, no I would not recommend this facility. But most of them were there for the patients.
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.
Welcome to Discovery Village At The Forum, a world-class senior living community located in the "City of Palms" Fort Myers, FL. Discovery Villages all-inclusive lifestyle offers a unique approach to retirement living in that we provide the care, services, and activities that residents need now or...
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7.5
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Yes, I would recommend this community to other families. I learned no facility is perfect. I visited him at least 5 times a week to advocate for his care. I also recommend having a video camera to assure...
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.
Cypress Point features beautifully appointed residences, superior amenities and state-of-the-art programming in an engaging setting designed to meet seniors’ needs today with added security for tomorrow. Even better, Cypress Point Senior Living offers well-appointed rental apartments and quality...
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Our friend [name removed] actually lived there for less than a month. He felt the people were very old and had no family ties. The chef , manager was very helpful and fed the residents well . The facility...
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.
Welcome, come on in!Fort Myers Independent Living is designed to help and maintain the quality of life for our senior citizens and those with disabilities by providing comfortable, clean, affordable housing in a way that promotes maximum self-determination and independence in a supportive...
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My overall experience has been beyond my expectations. The place is very clean inside and out. The once a week housekeeping service is very good. I don't have to do any floors, bathroom or kitchen cleaning....
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.
At Fountain Crest Retirement Community, you get more than an apartment. You get a home. Just outside your front door, you can enjoy one of the six lanai's for socializing or growing your favorite flowers and vegetable plants. You can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy three meals a...
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I like knowing that my father is doing well at his new home. The apartments are clean and a good atmosphere for him to live in. He does cook his own meals. They try and offer him things to do within the...
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.
Heron Pond presents beautiful apartment homes. We offer affordable leasing, one and two bedroom homes in Lehigh Acres, Florida. Our community features a swimming pool, barbeque areas, libraries, computer rooms with internet access, wi-fi, an on-site salon and a fully active social calendar. Let...
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My mom just moved to Hidden Oaks, and she says she loves the activities and the staff. Everyone's really nice to her, and the food is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend Hidden Oaks to anyone looking...
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.
For over 40 years we have been setting the standard in Senior Living. Our commitment to family values such as integrity, reliability, and excellence is more than just a business philosophy- it's a tradition. Be sure to visit our web site at www.HiddenOaksSeniorLiving.com At Hidden Oaks of Ft...
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Great; well managed and friendly.
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 Preserve is an amenity-rich senior living community in an intimate, boutique-style setting, providing progressive, comprehensive care and personalized service delivered with exceptional hospitality.The Preserve is part of Hope Preserve, a newly developed health care network of providers...
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It is a wonderful place to live and to come here. They have valet parking here, maid service once a week, cleans the apartment and provides clean sheets, beautiful pool, activities for the residents each...
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.
Extensive research has gone into developing a truly different, service driven retirement community that functions even better than it looks (and it looks amazing!) We believe that quality always costs less in the end. You are spared the unpleasantness of inexperience that frequently leads to...
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
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.
Noble Senior Living at Fort Myers has been completely renovated with beautifully appointed studios and one-bedrooms. Also, you will also find many community spaces including a spacious lobby, common areas, a bistro, and a life enrichment center. As a result, you’ll enjoy the look and feel of our...

Cost of independent living in Gateway, FL

The average cost of senior living in Gateway is $4,458 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,909 per month.

Independent living costs in Gateway, FL, vs. nearby cities

Gateway, FL
$4,458/mo
$4,566/mo

Independent living costs in Gateway, FL, vs. state and national averages

Gateway, FL
$4,458/mo
$4,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,152/mo

Independent living costs in Gateway, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,995/mo
Independent Living
$4,458/mo

Independent living costs in Gateway, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,216/mo
Studio
$4,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,201/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,069/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Senior living costs in Gateway vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gateway, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGateway, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,458/mo$4,197/mo$4,152/mo
Assisted Living$4,644/mo$4,082/mo$4,697/mo
Memory Care$4,995/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Gateway, FL:$4,458/mo
Florida:$4,197/mo
U.S.:$4,152/mo
Assisted Living
Gateway, FL:$4,644/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,697/mo
Memory Care
Gateway, FL:$4,995/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Gateway, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gateway and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Gateway, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gateway have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gateway, FL$3,076/mo$3,218/mo-4.4%
Florida$3,412/mo$3,308/mo+3.1%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Gateway, FL
2024 average cost:$3,076/mo
2023 average cost:$3,218/mo
Percent change:-4.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,412/mo
2023 average cost:$3,308/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Gateway

Recent reviews for independent living in Gateway

Fort Myers Independent Living

4.9
I picked this community because it was the only affordable place.We can afford it and if we need to call for help for medicines and personal intimate items. Place is clean, cereal for breakfast,no lunch and dinner. Place is clean and owners of site are amazing.

Keystone Place at Beachwalk in Fort Myers, FL

4.0
I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...
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Highpoint at Cape Coral

5.0
5 for all. Highpoint at Cape Coral is a wonderful place. The staff are wonderful, very supportive. They have so many activities every day. My father is a veteran and they have special events during the year to celebrate their service for our country.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the communities, with residents and staff forming strong bonds. At Calusa Harbour, some residents made more friends in their first few weeks than they did in years of college. Others, such as those at Highpoint at Cape Coral, appreciat ...
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Accommodating staff and flexible care options. Reviews highlight the adaptability and caring nature of staff, meeting residents' individual needs. For instance, at Highpoint at Cape Coral, the chef caters to vegetarian diets, and Calusa Harbours maintenance team ensured a TV was set up for a new resident's first night. Communities like ...
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Variety of engaging activities and events. Activities and events cater to diverse interests, keeping residents active and social. Highpoint at Cape Coral offers a range of activities, including painting classes and shopping trips, while The Summit of Fort Myers has line dancing, Bible study, and weekly happy hours. These opportunitie ...
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Cleanliness and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, including private apartments and common areas. For example, at The Palms of Fort Myers, apartments are kept clean, and Highpoint at Cape Coral is undergoing renovations to improve facilities further.
Access to nearby amenities and shopping. Communities offer easy access to nearby amenities, allowing residents to maintain an active and independent lifestyle. Highpoint at Cape Coral is located near shopping centers and offers a van for group outings, while The Palms of Fort Myers provides convenient access to various shops and se ...
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Supportive and transparent communication. Clear and consistent interaction between staff and families ensures that everyone is informed and care needs are met. The Summit of Fort Myers offers regular communication, while Calusa Harbours staff encourages feedback and is quick to respond to concerns.
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Gateway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gateway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gateway, 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 Gateway 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 Gateway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gateway, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gateway 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 Gateway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gateway, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gateway 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 Gateway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gateway, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.9%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
76.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
76.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
73.1%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
57.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Palms of Fort Myers, Canterfield of Fort Myers and American House Bonita Springs Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gateway, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Gateway, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gateway, Florida are Atrium at Liberty Park, Discovery Village Bonita Springs and The Palms of Fort Myers. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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