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Residential Care in Florida
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Florida at a glance
2,518
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12+
cities covered
$4,800
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$4,800
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Overview
Residential Care in Florida
Florida is one of the top retirement states in the country, and its senior living options are among the most plentiful anywhere — from large coastal communities to small residential care homes. Assisted living here averages about $5,610 a month, though costs swing widely by region, from roughly $3,449 in Pensacola to $6,957 in Fort Lauderdale.
Because Florida draws so many retirees and out-of-state families relocating a loved one, competition and availability are strong across the state. Below you can compare communities by city, review what each offers, and get free help from a local advisor.
Costs
What residential care costs in Florida
Florida's assisted living median is about $5,610 per month — close to the national average, but regional prices range from roughly $3,449 (Pensacola) to $6,957 (Fort Lauderdale).
What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.
Ways families pay
Private pay
Florida Medicaid
VA Aid & Attendance
Long-term care insurance
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We're showing senior living communities across Florida that may offer residential care or related care — call to confirm the specific services your family needs.
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Residential Care by Florida city
Explore communities in Florida's cities and towns.
What residential care offers
Residential Care provides small, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents.
- Help with daily activities & medication management
- Meals, housekeeping & laundry
- Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
- Activities, wellness & social connection
Florida rules & paying for care
Assisted living facilities in Florida are licensed and inspected by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), which sets safety and care standards statewide.
- Florida's Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care (SMMC-LTC) program can cover personal care and support services in an assisted living facility for those who qualify; room and board is paid privately, often with help from Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
- Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
- Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
Questions
Florida residential care FAQs
How much does assisted living cost in Florida?
The statewide average is about $5,610 per month, but it varies a lot by region — from roughly $3,449 in Pensacola to $6,957 in Fort Lauderdale. Memory care averages about $4,642 and independent living about $3,240. Call our advisors for current pricing at specific communities.
Does Florida Medicaid pay for assisted living?
Florida's SMMC Long-Term Care program can pay for the care and support services in an assisted living facility for those who medically and financially qualify. It does not cover room and board, which is paid from the resident's income, sometimes with Optional State Supplementation (OSS).
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Other care types in Florida
Assisted Living in FloridaHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life
Memory Care in FloridaSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff
Nursing Homes in Florida24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs
Independent Living in FloridaMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors
CCRCs in FloridaA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus
All Florida senior livingBrowse every community by city
Free help finding residential care in Florida
Our senior living advisors know Florida communities, pricing, and availability. Tell us what your family needs and we'll do the legwork — at no cost and no obligation.
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