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The cost of independent living in Slater is about $3,925 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 441 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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Absolutely recommend! It's very well run and everyone is friendly. If I had to move to a retail location I would definitely choose The Palms.
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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Very happy with all aspers food very good services provided our the top health visit whenever I need them and great follow up after hospital visits entrainment frequent and great.
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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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
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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.
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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88 Floor plans available
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I moved my mother from IL to AL. The experience has been wonderful.The staff are wonderful the head nurse and day nurse are GREAT. We are so happy with Highpoint of Cape Coral. If you’re looking for a place...
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.
Highpoint at Cape Coral is a locally owned, market-rate, continuing care rental senior living community developed by Fortress Ventures on a 10.8-acre site located on Four Mile Cove Parkway in Cape Coral, Florida. The community is centrally located off Del Prado Blvd S and Four Mile Cove Pkwy,...
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9.5
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So many activities for all to enjoy. Food is great and is like eating at a restaurant. Daily menu to order from everyday. Facility is very clean and organized and has the best view with a waterfront view...
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
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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.
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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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
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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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[name removed] passed away. We were happy with the facility which is now [community removed]. Staff was excellent and the facility process was fair. We had no complaints. Price was fair compared to other...
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.
Wickshire 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...
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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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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
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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.
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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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...
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 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Slater, FL

The average cost of senior living in Slater is $3,925 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Placid, FL with an average of $2,861 per month.

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

Slater, FL
$3,925/mo

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

Slater, FL
$3,925/mo
$4,004/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$4,341/mo
Independent Living
$3,925/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,655/mo
Studio
$4,096/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,901/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,720/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Slater over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Slater

Recent reviews for independent living in Slater

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.

Canterfield of Fort Myers

5.0
Canterfield of Fort Meyers is a wonderful place that I would recommend to everyone! We loved this place! Staff were very good with communicating with family members, exceptional care, caring staff, lots of events/activities.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendliness and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in various communities, such as Calusa Harbour and Highpoint at Cape Coral. New residents quickly make friends and feel at home.
Varied activities and amenities. Communities like Highpoint at Cape Coral and The Palms of Fort Myers offer a wide range of activities to cater to multiple interests, including line dancing, water aerobics, chair yoga, and shopping tours. Residents also appreciate access to nearby cultural shows and religious services.
Supportive and helpful staff. Staff members at The Summit of Fort Myers, Highpoint at Cape Coral, and Calusa Harbour are frequently praised for their friendly and supportive nature. They respond promptly to maintenance requests and accommodate special dietary needs.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for The Summit of Fort Myers and highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the living areas, as well as the pristine bathrooms and renovated patios and dining rooms.
Flexible dining options. Some communities, such as Highpoint at Cape Coral, offer multiple dining options and work with residents to accommodate dietary restrictions, ensuring that all residents can enjoy their meals.
Sense of community and closeness. Reviews consistently mention the close-knit community feel at places like The Summit of Fort Myers and Highpoint at Cape Coral, where residents enjoy socializing with one another and attending events together
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Slater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Slater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Slater, 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 Slater 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 Slater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Slater, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Slater 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 Slater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
61.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Slater 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 Slater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
76.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
69.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
69.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.2%
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Canterfield of Fort Myers, Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles and The Palms of Fort Myers are the top-rated independent living facilities near Slater, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Slater, Florida. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Slater, Florida are Canterfield of Fort Myers, Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles and The Palms of Fort Myers. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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