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The cost of independent living in Sky Lake is about $4,141 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 588 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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33 Floor plans available
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9.8
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197 reviews
9.8
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197 reviews
5 star
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I like it here. The staff/nursing team is very helpful and caring. The activities program is very good and I look forward to BINGO. Med tech in 300/400. Building are helpful.
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.
Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs was designed specifically for Assisted Living. Its spacious apartments are inside a community filled with thoughtful services and generous amenities. Lifestyle options include a continuum of care to provide peace of mind now, and also in the future should a...
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44 Floor plans available
9.7
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152 reviews
9.7
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It's a very nice place but really expensive. They also seem to be a little short handed at times. I toured it and was impressed.
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.
Spring Hills Hunter's Creek is an assisted living community in sunny Orlando, Florida. In addition to our regular functions, we are also a community of Alzheimer's support and care. At Spring Hills, our motto is 'Caring with a Commitment to Quality.' This motto reflects us in everything we do....
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9.5
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If you are considering memory care for your loved one, make sure your loved one's ingestible items are locked out of reach, the floors are not slippery. Put their name on everything, monitor their oral 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.
From apartments with warm, welcoming designs to delectable anytime dining options and health and fitness amenities, your home at HearthStone at Nona Lakes provides comfort and customized support at every turn. Live each day with confidence, knowing that your individuality is celebrated here at...
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9.4
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45 reviews
9.4
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Facility is lovely & modern. The Staff is friendly and helpful. The food is absolutely delicious w/lots of choices, homemade & home baked. The apartments are gorgeous & modern. Different sizes 2 choose from...
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.
Our senior living community in Orlando, Florida, ensures that life here is exciting, from well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining and enriching activity offerings. Regardless of how you choose to spend your day, our friendly staff is here to provide you with all...
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9.4
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13 reviews
9.4
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There's always something going on at the tower and it keeps mom as active as she chooses to be. The apartments are really nice and the view is beautiful. Mom loves the food and table talk during lunch. Each...
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.
Spectacular views are just the start at Westminster Towers. Our community can be the perfect home for your active lifestyle, at the heart of Orlando's burgeoning arts and dining scene. Set on a gardened campus overlooking beautiful Lake Lucerne, we offer a wide selection of high-rise apartment...
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9.4
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23 reviews
9.4
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Positives: Lovely facility - individual units and common areas. Dinning is quality in service and food. Many activities. Flexibility of schedule for residents and their families. Cons: The support staff can...
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.
You’ll feel like you’re living at your favorite resort when you call Somerby Lake Nona your home. This beautiful community lets you enjoy a small-town atmosphere while being close to everything that Orlando has to offer. Residents love our spacious apartments that feature high ceilings, spa...
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22 Floor plans available
9.4
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43 reviews
9.4
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Mom wasn't there long enough to experience the activities and meals and dining experience. Everyone was WONDERFUL!!! From the Director to [name removed] to the Care Team. My mom was only there for about 12...
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.
Choose Your Own AdventureAssisted living is all about living a redefined independence. We’ll handle the cooking, cleaning and other daily chores. You handle living your best life. To do that, you’ll have a huge number of activities and events available to you. Choose us for your next home sweet...
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9.1
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43 reviews
9.1
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The place is very clean, the people are extremely pleasant. Both the staff and the residents. Beautiful Lakeview property. Plenty of grassy area if you have pets. One area of opportunity would probably be...
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.
At Azpira at Windermere, we believe that aging is to be celebrated. Our approach is going to change the way you think about senior living. One visit and you'll see. This isn't your "typical" senior living community. We have created this community to bring together the setting, services, amenities...
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9.0
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34 reviews
9.0
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Overall we were happy under the circumstances. Everything was always very clean. Most of the staff was friendly when engaged. If you didn't try to speak with them, you were basically ignored. My...
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.
HarborChase of Dr. Phillips is a place where unrivaled hospitality and classic elegance converge in a timeless setting of peaceful tranquility. Here, you’ll find much more than amazing value in the award-winning cuisine, personalized housekeeping, exhilarating activities, generous amenities and...
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8.7
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40 reviews
8.7
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40 reviews
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I really have no complaints. I would rate all categories a 5. Probably the friendliness and individual care that [name removed] got. Also the location was relatively convenient.
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.
With programs not offered at other assisted living facilities; Excellence Senior Living, a member of the International Council of Active Aging, is a place where residents enjoy a high quality lifestyle. We provide proper care, security, life-enhancing programs, and activities in order to maintain...
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8.4
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50 reviews
8.4
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50 reviews
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As far as Brookdale it is close to my house and my mom's doctors. I found the staff to be friendly, helpful, professional and caring. Also, the rooms are a good size. I would recommend the facility.
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.
Built For One Thing: You.Our residents enjoy exceptional assisted living and memory care services in beautiful East Orlando, just a short drive from downtown, but miles from ordinary. Our community has a resort feel, providing luxurious accommodations, almost endless options for activities and...
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22 Floor plans available
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8.2
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15 reviews
8.2
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15 reviews
5 star
73%
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The waitlist can vary depending on if you put a deposit down or not. If you are applying for independent living, the applicant will be interviewed by a registered nurse and a financial review before being...
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.
Discover Westminster Winter Park, an active senior living community in the heart of Winter Park.You'll enjoy a lifestyle enriched by exclusive access to the arts, wellness, and lifelong learning opportunities. Plus, find beautiful lake vistas; fantastic amenities and hospitality services to...
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They were extraordinarily supportive in helping get our loved one through the paperwork process, and in working with her as far as budget as well as move-in date. They were very accommodating, which was...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Overture Dr. Phillips, a place to rediscover yourself in the comfort of your own 55+ active adult apartment home. We’ve thoughtfully designed your community to reflect all the charm and allure of its surrounding areas, with beautifully crafted residences and resort-inspired amenities...
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1.0
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
San Jean Facility Care Inc. is an assisted living community located in the thriving town of Orlando, FL. This action-packed community is situated in the midst of a residential area within the heart of Orlando. Orlando is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world. It is a great...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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This is a great skilled/rehab nursing facility. I had to stay here for approximately 2 months due to a fall while on vacation in Florida. The staff were so kind and understanding. The...
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.
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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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Sky Lake, FL

The average cost of senior living in Sky Lake is $4,141 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Cloud, FL with an average of $3,856 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sky Lake, FL vs. nearby cities

Sky Lake, FL
$4,139/mo
$4,150/mo

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

Sky Lake, FL
$4,139/mo
$4,119/mo
U.S. national average
$4,129/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sky Lake vs. other types of senior living

$4,616/mo
Independent Living
$4,139/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sky Lake, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,423/mo
Studio
$5,154/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,712/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,902/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,620/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sky Lake over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sky Lake

Recent reviews for independent living in Sky Lake

Grand Living Park at Lake Mary

5.0
Excellent facility. Wonderful staff. Amazing experience. My step father moved in within 2 weeks and has received top care ever since! We are so lucky to have found such an amazing place. Thank you "Aplaceformom" for helping us locate this facility.

Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL

5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.

Overture Dr. Phillips 55+ Apartment Homes in Orlando, FL

4.9
The community is well run and safe, this is a healthy environment, and it's just like a family and we take care of each other. They have a heated pool for exercise and are trying to keep going with social distancing activities. I would recommend this community to others

Sky Lake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sky Lake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sky Lake, 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 Sky Lake 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 Sky Lake 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
27.6%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sky Lake 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 Sky Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sky Lake 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 Sky Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.9%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
47%
Dances
Dances
31%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
46.6%
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The Club at St. Cloud, The Addison of Narcoossee and Spring Hills Hunters Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sky Lake, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 32 independent living facilities near Sky Lake, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sky Lake, Florida are The Club at St. Cloud, The Addison of Narcoossee and Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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