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The cost of independent living in Morse Shores is about $4,200 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 20 options. Read 352 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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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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Find out if you have one person as a contact person for your loved one. In the case of discovery, there are medical staff, physical therapy and occupational therapy vendors, the aids that are direct...
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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My mom has been a resident of Canterfield, in memory care, for a year now. We have been happy with the staff and caretakers. We are especially happy with the activities directors, [name removed] and [name...
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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55 Floor plans available
9.9
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39 reviews
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There are no doctors on staff. They are PAs. The food can be repetitive. The organized activities are AMAZING (although my parents aren't well enough to utilize them). Living in hurricane country, it was...
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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All 5 stars! The facility is clean and the residents rooms are cleaned daily. The staff are personal and treat the residents like family.
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 award-winning senior living at Atrium at Liberty Park in Cape Coral, Florida. Honored for outstanding service by families, and national and local publications and media outlets, Atrium has set a new standard for the highest quality of care and lifestyle. At the Atrium, life is vibrant...
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9.8
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The staff was fantastic! They were all very caring and genuinely concerned for my Dad until he passed away. Even then, several came to the room for a moment of silence and express condolences.[name removed]...
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 Windsor of Cape Coral is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs...
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88 Floor plans available
9.6
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65 reviews
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What we like the most about Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place is the friendly staff members as well as the residents. We also like the dining style and the activities that are offered. Yes, we would recommend...
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.
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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9.6
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38 reviews
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I noticed the residents were happy. They really support each other with no judgment. Price stuck out and it is where she wanted to go
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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It's been very positive. The staff have been very friendly and always helpful. Have responded in reasonable time t o our maintenance requests. The meals fairly good. Some better than others but I...
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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39 reviews
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They have been very helpful with getting Bobby comfortable with the facility. We like this facility very much. The activities are ok but could be better. This is probably their weakest point.
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.
Volante Senior Living offers a personalized experience that addresses physical, emotional and financial concerns through active listening and thoughtful preparation. We work tirelessly for the benefit of our residents, our associates, and our community to ensure that the highest standards of care...
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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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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...
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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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I met [name removed] on "A Place for Mom" website. Little did I know that she was going to be a champion game changer for my Mom's life! Highpoint at Cape Coral has been an absolute blessing for my Mom. She...
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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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 Morse Shores, FL

The average cost of senior living in Morse Shores is $4,200 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,841 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Morse Shores, FL vs. nearby cities

Morse Shores, FL
$4,200/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Morse Shores, FL vs. the state and national average

Morse Shores, FL
$4,200/mo
$4,102/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Morse Shores vs. other types of senior living

$4,690/mo
Independent Living
$4,200/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Morse Shores, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$2,761/mo
Studio
$3,499/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,742/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,449/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Morse Shores over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Morse Shores

Recent reviews for independent living in Morse Shores

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.

Seaside at Fort Myers

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

Engaging and supportive community staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and approachable nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Calusa Harbour, the staff were praised for their genuine relationships with residents and their ability to accommodate specific care needs. At Highpoint at Cape Coral, the staff ...
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Variety of enjoyable activities. Reviews consistently highlight the numerous activities offered to residents, such as movie nights, church services, and water aerobics. For example, at The Summit of Fort Myers, residents enjoy line dancing, card games, and chair yoga, while at Highpoint at Cape Coral, they have painting cla ...
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Delicious and diverse meal options. Many residents express satisfaction with the quality and variety of food offered at their communities. At Highpoint at Cape Coral, the staff accommodates vegetarian dietary restrictions and offers a range of meal choices. At Calusa Harbour, the chef's efforts to cater to specific preferences ...
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Spacious and comfortable living spaces. Reviews for different communities mention the cleanliness and comfort of residents' living spaces. For instance, at The Summit of Fort Myers, the apartments are described as spacious and light, while at The Palms of Fort Myers, residents enjoy their clean, quiet apartments and the availabili ...
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Access to convenient amenities and services. Communities offer a range of on-site services and amenities that cater to residents' needs. At Highpoint at Cape Coral, the facility has a van that takes groups out to lunch, and residents can access shopping nearby. At The Summit of Fort Myers, they have on-site physical therapy and lab wor ...
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Welcoming and caring community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the warm and friendly atmosphere of their community, with residents expressing feelings of joy and contentment. For example, at The Summit of Fort Myers, residents and staff alike are described as kind and caring, making the community feel like home.
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Morse Shores independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Morse Shores independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Morse Shores, 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 Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores 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
12.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
56.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Morse Shores 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 Morse Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.3%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.3%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
46.5%
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Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, Canterfield of Fort Myers and American House Bonita Springs Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Morse Shores, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 20 independent living facilities near Morse Shores, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Morse Shores, Florida are Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles, American House Bonita Springs Senior Living and Canterfield of Fort Myers. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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