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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Highlands County, FL
The cost of independent living in Highlands County is about $2,692 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 58 options. Read 222 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 Sebring, Lake Placid and Avon Park.
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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.
Okeechobee Commons Apartments is beautiful place for anyone to live. Luckily for you though, only individuals that are at least 55 years young are allowed to experience the luxuries we have to offer. Right now we have gorgeous, new one bedroom...
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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: 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: 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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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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It's been going well, so far. I am still getting moved in so I haven't had a chance to really check everything out. It's a clean place though, and the staff is friendly. Everything is nice, and I like it so...
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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.
Tucked away in the charming West Florida city of Punta Gorda, a new community in the Deep Creek neighborhood offers seniors age 55 and better a new standard in independent living. Charlotte Crossing is unique blend of one and two bedroom residences that offer modern conveniences, smart...
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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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This is a stunning community. The staff were nice and friendly. Mom liked living here, however they are not a locked community so she was not able to stay here. ThIs is a big community that offers...
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.
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.
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, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
Cost of independent living in Highlands County, FL
The average cost of senior living in Highlands County is $2,692 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zolfo Springs, FL with an average of $2,189 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highlands County, FL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highlands County, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Highlands County
Recent reviews for independent living in Highlands County
The Club at Lake Wales
3.8
Lived here 1 year following open heart surgery, death of husband and sale of home. Administration friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They made me feel safe. We need more aids or techs on weekends and changes in meals
Brookdale Winter Haven
4.4
I think it has dropped off a little because of employee turnover. I don't eat there but mom complains sometimes. But I think her taste has changed as she ages. I have nothing to compare it to but based on the experience we have had so far, I would recommend this community to other families.
Alder Terrace Care Center in Punta Gorda, FL
5.0
I like the staff who are overly friendly. Helpful as needed. They feed you well. Encourage you to do as many daily activities as possible. I love it here - environment is great. Food is pleasing and tastes great. It is the involvement of home - everyone is always there with a pleasant attitude. ...
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Highlands County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highlands County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highlands County, 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 Highlands County 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 Highlands County 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
8.2%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.4%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
12.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.2%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Highlands County 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 Highlands County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.2%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.2%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
10.2%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highlands County 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 Highlands County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.4%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.1%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.1%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.5%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.2%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.2%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
18.4%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
12.2%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.2%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.3%
45.4%
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Lakeshore Manor at Lake Jackson Independent and Assisted Living, Southern Life of Lake Placid and Family Extended Care of Sebring are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highlands County, Florida. See full list of communities.
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