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Assisted Living Communities in Brandon, Florida

Situated within the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Area in Hillsborough County, Brandon offers access to 268 assisted living residences, including  21 within the city proper....

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Kevin

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Tessera of Brandon

My dad has moved into Tessera of Brandon. But my stepmother is still in rehab, so hopefully she'll be in there in a week or so. It's a pleasant location. People are friendly. And they try to...

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Kevin

I visited this facility

Review of Savannah Court of Brandon

We went to Savannah Court of Brandon. The room was very spacious, and that's one thing I like. The director was a pleasant person to talk to. The only thing I have the discrepancy on is, they have...

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Thank you for your review and we invite you to contact the Executive Director in person to address your concerns. We strive to continue to provide award-winning services to all residents at...

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Dad's Home

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Tessera of Brandon

I can't say enough GOOD things about TESSERA BRANDON .... My dad is a resident there, for not quite a year. Dad moved in "Independent." Dad had to have a Hip Replacement, and have Rehab. Dad's...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that seniors in Brandon pay around $4,213 monthly for assisted living. Local rates run well below the respective state and national norms of $4,750 and $5,350, and they compare favorably to rates in nearby cities. For example, seniors in North Port pay roughly $750 more, and facilities in Lakeland set monthly rates near $5,292.

Brandon

$4,213

Florida

$4,750

United States

$5,350

Lakeland

$5,292

Sebring

$4,595

Punta Gorda

$3,724

North Port

$4,965

Paying for Assisted Living in Brandon

According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Brandon seniors pay an average of $3,350 per month for assisted living care. Significantly lower than the statewide median ($4,000) and U.S. national average ($4,500), the city is a very appealing option for budget-conscious retirees.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Brandon

Florida provides two state programs to help eligible seniors with the cost of services at assisted living facilities: Medicaid Long-Term Care and Assistive Care Services. The state also offers optional state supplementation (OSS) for residents who receive social security income. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Brandon, the monthly cost of assisted living comes in at around $4,213. By comparison, in-home care and home health care cost more, with seniors paying about $4,957 and $5,720, respectively. While nursing home rates run significantly higher at approximately $10,068, seniors who opt for adult day health care pay much lower fees of roughly $2,383.

In-Home Care

$4,957

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$2,383

Assisted Living Facility

$4,213

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$10,068

Note: Since data for Brandon is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Tampa, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Brandon

There are several local nonprofits and government-sponsored agencies in the Brandon area dedicated to supporting the needs of the community’s aging population. These organizations offer a wide range of services and senior-focused programs such as financial guidance, benefits counseling, care management and legal aid.

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Senior Connection Center(800) 963-5337The Senior Connection Center is the region's Local Area Agency on Aging and the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). Its Elder Helpline assists seniors and their families with making informed decisions about long-term care. These may include Medicare counseling, health and wellness programming, elder abuse prevention and caregiver support.
Hillsborough County Aging Services(813) 272-5250Hillsborough County Aging Services offers services and programs to support adults aged 50 and older, including in-home care services, congregate dining, active adult programming and door-to-door transportation. It can help seniors locate their nearest community resource center, offers Medicare enrollment assistance and provides information and referrals to other local programs.
Brandon Senior Center(813) 635-8066The Brandon Senior Center offers a welcoming environment where seniors aged 50 and older can socialize with peers, participate in activities and classes, enjoy hot meals and attend special events. It also offers support services such as transportation and financial aid and doesn't require a membership fee to participate.
Bay Area Legal Services(800) 625-2257Bay Area Legal Services is a nonprofit firm that provides free legal advice, assistance and representation to low-income individuals, including seniors. Some of the firm's practice areas include advance planning for wills and estates, health care benefits, guardianship, taxes and veterans affairs.
Office of Veterans Services (Brandon)(813) 635-8316The Brandon Office of Hillsborough County Veterans Services supports veterans and their dependents with accessing federal, state and local benefits such as pensions, disability compensation, health benefits and Aid and Attendance payments. It also offers outreach services for veterans living in assisted living facilities and other long-term care environments.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Brandon

Brandon Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.

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