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The cost of independent living in Southmere is about $3,952 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 290 options. Read 4259 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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Brookdale, Port Orange gave my aunt superb care during the last five years of her life. We got to know the staff personally and felt like they were part of our family. Facility is very clean and modern.
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 leader in the senior living industry, Brookdale's 40+ years of experience means Brookdale Port Orange is managed by our credible and resourceful company. Since opening in 1997, Brookdale Port Orange has established a great reputation for extraordinary care, staff longevity, and offers a warm,...
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I've been here for four years and the staff has been outstanding to me. I enjoy the activities, food, and our bible study classes. It's splendid, like the walking areas around the community.
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.
“CARING, PASSION, RESPECT in Assisted Living”, It’s what they do!Boasting 68 one-and-two bedroom apartments and studios, Cedar Creek offers the amenities of a booming community while maintaining the family friendly and personal atmosphere that draws so many to Merritt Island. “Upon becoming a...
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My Mom is very happy at Cascade Heights. She thinks that the food is better than her previous residence in Chicago. I agree, the food is all from scratch and they don't scrimp on the portions. The staff are...
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.
Nestled in a comfortable and convenient neighborhood, Cascade Heights is home to warm and welcoming senior living in Longwood, FL. You will feel the friendly nature of our community from the first moment you arrive. And while individual attention is our specialty, fulfilled living is our...
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I would recommend Ansley Parke at Orange City to a family if their loved one's memory is not too bad. It is not a locked unit and my Dad would sometimes wander. I was actively involved with this issue. I put...
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.
Located near Blue Spring State Park in a quiet residential neighborhood, Ansley Parke Orange City is a vibrant community designed to help older adults enjoy the benefits of a simplified lifestyle.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two- bedroom apartments, each with a...
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Pre-Relocation Assessment Lexington Place checked all the boxes we required to ensure my mother’s new apartment met all our needs. [name removed], the Marketing Director, was fantastic. She walked me through...
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.
Though Lexington Place was designed to be a comfortable and welcoming residence, it is so much more than that. Here, gracious accommodations and a caring team cater toeach resident’s ever-changing needs and wants.Perhaps the best part of Lexington Place is that your home here can accommodate any...
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Most of the staff was helpful. I do believe they probably need more assistants, but I am not sure what the current state standard is of caretaker to patient is. Also they were very communicative when he was...
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.
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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I'd say although nothing is perfect, my mom is in a much better place. It's safe, she gets good care and has made many friends amongst the residents. The staff is very friendly and are attentive to...
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 Grand Villa we offer a choice of lifestyles based upon your individual needs. We provide Assisted Living, Personal Care, Short-term/Respite Care and a Senior Day Program. Whatever lifestyle you choose, you are assured of our most important commitment: providing quality care with respect and...
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We moved in Shell Harbor when it first opened in 2021 and we have never regretted doing so. The facility is beautiful. We have a nice apartment. We feel very safe here. We love the people. Everyone is...
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.
Shell Harbor, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Murrell Road in Rockledge. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2021! Shell Harbor will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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I am going to give Ormond In The Pines a "5" on each category. [name removed]and his team run a clean, welcoming and compassionate facility. There are plenty of activities, both internal and external, for...
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.
Ormond In The Pines provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a landscape full of beautiful pines just miles from Daytona Beach, we're the destination you've been waiting to come home to. Residents enjoy our proximity to fun shops, fine dining and...
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At Sodalis, the staff’s professionalism and commitment to resident well-being stand out. Their attention to detail and care contribute to a positive environment for their residents, my mother being one of...
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.
Sodalis Merritt Island is Central Brevard’s premier senior living community! We offer spacious apartments, modern amenities, an exceptional care team – and an individualized wellness approach to caring for each resident.Enjoy chef-prepared meals, a robust activities program, and a variety of...
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Photo of The Gallery at Port OrangeCommunity card badge
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I recently visited the gallery at port orange and was struck by the level of care given to the patients. The staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. It is a beautiful well kept property. I...
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 Gallery at Port Orange is a senior living community located in the heart of Port Orange, Florida, that provides personalized levels of care and a wide array of amenities to suit the individual needs of our residents. We offer a range of living options including independent living, assisted...
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55 Floor plans available
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Sancerre of Orange City has gone above and beyond to care for my mom and dad. My mom needs more care than my dad at this time and [name removed] and her nursing team have been amazing! Knowing my parents are...
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.
Sancerre at Orange City is a senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services in a prime location in Orange City, Florida. Our community is situated near various shopping, entertainment, and dining options, making it a bustling and lively place to live. Sancerre at...
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33 Floor plans available
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I have been here 5 months and the service and the food is excellent! I love it here…the staff is amazing, and housekeeping is so helpful. I have family who comes to visit time to time but I am comfortable at...
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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55 Floor plans available
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The entire team at the Club has gone above and beyond to ensure our sister/sister-in-law's successful transition to her new home. We couldn't be happier!
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.
The Club at St. Cloud Assisted Living Community, offering gracious retirement assisted living, is located in St. Cloud, Florida, a small family oriented city just South of Orlando. Located in Osceola County, conveniently near the Florida Turnpike and US-192, there are many avenues for all to...
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33 Floor plans available
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Grand Villa of Deland community is excellent for my mother to feel at home. During our tour mom and I was welcomed by staff professionally and caring.
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 is a gorgeous assisted living and memory care community that is located in sunny DeLand, Volusia County, Florida. Residents are able to enjoy getting in the pool or even going to the community library to get a good book to read. There are barbecue amenities that are available in the...
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11 Floor plan available
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Brookdale values their residents. It is evident in the kindness shown from the front desk, to the dining area staff, to the nurses, and management. They maintain communication with family members, and have...
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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I have been down this road (assisted-living for an 80+ year old family member) twice. I wished I had been able to choose Waterman Village on the first round. Unfortunately, they did not have any...
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.
Waterman Village is Central Florida's TOTAL retirement/senior living community. Not-for-profit, faith-based tradition, locally operated, no off-site management company, no off-site corporate ownership. Truly mission over margin since 1989. Independent living homes and apartments, an assisted...
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My mom was in the hospital when I needed to make the decision to place her in an ALF instead of bringing her home. I had reached out to 3 facilities a week or so before, knowing the time was coming, but...
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.
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He is going to be leaving in 2 months but not because of them. It's expensive compared to owning a home and he's going better so he'll be moving in to his own place again. It is a great community of...
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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A few things we like most about Brookdale DeLand is that the activities director is awesome and goes beyond to help us stay in touch with mom on FaceTime. Based on the experience we have had so far, I have...
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsAbout halfways between Orlando and Daytona Beach is an exceptional community for exceptional seniors. We provide a senior living community that feels just like home sweet home, where seniors receive assisted living and memory care. You and your loved ones can trade the...
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Staff are attentive, the food is good, many scheduled activities, transportation to medical appointments and shopping several times per week. They have various sizes of apartments to choose from based off...
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.
We believe that Orchard Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe and secure.At Orchard Heights our management teams live...
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After looking at several different memory care facilities, I decided on Ambiance of Maitland for my mother who has dementia. Transitioning mom from her home of 42 years into a long term facility has truly...
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.
Ambiance at Maitland is a Providence Senior Living community. Our team has more than 50 years of assisted living and memory care management experience combined. We understand the anxiety and worries that come withmemory loss. Providence Senior Living built our team, community, and programming to...
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I would say it's a great place .. actually the best place for senior living. [name removed] always went above and beyond for the residents. Amazing woman.
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.
Woodland Towers is an assisted living community located in the heart of central Florida in the quiet town of DeLand. Surrounded on all sides by state parks and crystal blue lakes, life at Woodland Towers feels almost like living in the middle of a huge nature preserve. Warm weather moderated by...
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9.4
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My mother is currently a resident at Brookdale Ormond Beach and most everything at this facility has been great so far. The care services, activities and value for cost are great. The staff is friendly,...
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.
Exploring Your Redefined IndependenceLife here means redefining independence. It means trading chores for a full activities calendar. It also means trading the isolation that often comes from life at home for a community full of vibrant people to fill your days. We’ll handle all of the cooking,...
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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97 reviews
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97 reviews
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I don't think my dad is getting as much stimulation as I had initially expected. But this may not be specific to Vitality. Maybe all places are like this in the memory care. They kind of let the residents do...
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community, Vitality Living Lake Forest is your choice for senior living in Florida. Set on a beautiful eight-acre campus, Vitality Living Lake Forest is a vibrant senior living community located just minutes from downtown Sanford, the Seminole Mall,...
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Cost of independent living in Southmere, FL

The average cost of senior living in Southmere is $3,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Smyrna Beach, FL with an average of $3,780 per month.

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

Southmere, FL
$3,952/mo

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

Southmere, FL
$3,952/mo
$3,949/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

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

$4,274/mo
Independent Living
$3,952/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,632/mo
Studio
$4,437/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,379/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,216/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,254/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Southmere over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Southmere

Recent reviews for independent living in Southmere

Cascade Heights in Longwood, FL

5.0
Cascade Heights is a great place! 25 years from now if it is still good, we may have to go here! The staff is super friendly and awesome Just walking around the place. You can see all of the people that live there seem very happy. The apartments are fabulous, full kitchen. His mom actually has ...
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The Blake at Viera in Melbourne, FL

4.6
The staff are always friendly and are very good with the residents. The catering coordinator keeps them busy and plays games to keep their minds active.

Madison at Ocoee

3.5
I think consistency and continuity of staff is very important. The facility is doing ok with this but would like to see more effort in this. I would also like to see more cultural and ethnic diversity in food choices and activities.

Southmere independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southmere independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southmere, 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 Southmere 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 Southmere 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
27.4%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.9%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Southmere 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 Southmere communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.2%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
35%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.4%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southmere 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 Southmere offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.9%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.4%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.9%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.6%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
33.1%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.9%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
45.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Port Orange, Cedar Creek Assisted Living and Cascade Heights are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southmere, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 290 independent living facilities near Southmere, Florida. See the full list.

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