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831 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
4.5
(41 reviews)
"The Windsor of Cape Coral was excellent. I like the fact that they appeared to be very organized and client oriented. It's a beautiful facility. The staff was very personable, professional, and knowledgeable. The dining area was bright and cheery. Th..."
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2307 Chiquita Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33991
4.8
(10 reviews)
"We like that The Gallery at Cape Coral is clean, new and roomy, and the people are very, very nice. The food is very good. We just like everything about it. We're staying in a one-bedroom unit. They offer exercise and continental breakfast. Their din..."
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1416 Country Club Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33990
4.3
(26 reviews)
"Brookdale Cape Coral was a little dated, but it was nice. It was a smaller facility. The residents looked like they were having a nice time while playing bingo. The staff looked very friendly and helpful. They didn't offer quite as many activities as..."
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1701 Four Mile Cove Pkwy., Cape Coral, FL 33990
4.2
(16 reviews)
"I love Highpoint at Cape Coral. They're very friendly people. I didn't try the food, but the menu looked really nice. The facility is more established, but still very nice. The rooms were very beautiful inside. The staff was so caring and just wonder..."
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1321 NE 24th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL 33909
4.4
(9 reviews)
"I liked Atrium at Liberty Park. I would give them a high grade. I had a room reserved for my mother, but she wouldn't go. I had to give it up because they were getting full. I liked that one better than where she is currently. They've got very friend..."
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3304 SW 6th Ave, Cape Coral, FL 33914
"Olden Is Golden is an Adult Family Care Home. Our job is to provide life-changing care to adults and seniors who have difficulties coping w..."
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1333 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33991
4.0
(38 reviews)
"My mother is in Gulf Coast Village. She can dress herself, but she needs help with showers and medication. She has a little bit of dementia, but not that bad that she needs to be in memory care or anything like that. We chose it because it was close ..."
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1209 NW 35 Place, Cape Coral, FL 33993
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Omega is not just another assisted living facility, but it’s a home. A home that is filled with love and compassion. The staff and owner (Doreen) treat their residents as if they were part of their own family with holiday celebrations, birthdays etc...."
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1318 Santa Barbara, Cape Coral, FL 33991
4.5
(6 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is at Cape Coral Shores. It is absolutely positively most excellent. I'm a retired nurse who also worked in the field, and I still would rate Cape Coral Shores far and above any nursing, assisted living, and memory care unit I have e..."
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4920 Viceroy Ct, Cape Coral, FL 33904
4.2
(5 reviews)
"Elite ALF at Cape Coral was a step up compared to the other place I toured. The dining area was great. They had a great courtyard, a great atmosphere, and great staff. They had a beauty/barber shop and a podiatrist, and they took the residents on tri..."
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804 S.E. 16TH PLACE, Cape Coral, FL 33990
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My mom who’s 93 is a full time resident. The staff and Director treats her like family. They are attentive, supportive and accommodating to both the residents and the families. They cook healthy meals, keep the facility impeccably clean and focus on ..."
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1906 Skyline Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Hampton Manor of Cape Coral is a great little place. It's brand new and my mom really likes it there. They're very good at what they do. The staff is friendly and caring. The food is excellent. She loves it. She has three meals a day, and she said th..."
READ MORE1923 NE 6th Street, Cape Coral, FL 33909
3.8
(5 reviews)
"Pondella Serenity provided exemplary care more our Mother. The limited number of residents allows for individualized supervision and care beyond one receives in larger corporate run facilities. The resourceful nature of the owners and staff far excee..."
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825 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
3.5
(6 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. Place was very clean but building is older. No smells and resident looked very happy and we’re playing bingo. The price is very good!!! In a really good location. The manager was very nice and really gave me ..."
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2728 SE 16 Place, Cape Coral, FL 33904
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My sister is at Dornoch Place. It is a small community, so it is more personal. The residents seem to be enjoying themselves and they seem to love where they are. The grounds are clean. The location is very easy to get to. There are two residents in ..."
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2920 SW 7th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33914
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The rooms are thoroughly cleaned and the Facility smells amazingly fresh and clean, every time I visit! The staff is always so warm and welcoming and the food is always home cooked. I love the activities and the one on one interaction with residents ..."
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4614 Sw 7th Place, Cape Coral, FL 33914
3.3
(3 reviews)
"Cape west is the best small assisted living home in Cape Coral. I have been there for over 6 years. I will never leave. The management is amazing. The aides are wonderful, loving ,caring and have a lot of knowledge. I receive the Best care day in and..."
READ MORE411 Ne 16Th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33909
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READ MORE637 Se 12Th Ct, Cape Coral, FL 33990
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2595 Harbor Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I had an in-person tour of Parkside Assisted Living and Memory Care. It wasn't like a resort. It was like a very nice assisted living facility with many amenities. They provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The staff was very thorough, accommodating,..."
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Jan.0
4.0
Review of Brookdale Cape Coral
Brookdale Cape Coral was very nice and very clean. The staff was very nice. We had lunch there. We took a tour and that's when we realized that my husband was not up for assisted living, that it...
Assisted Living
Jan.0
4.0
Review of The Gallery at Cape Coral
The Gallery at Cape Coral was very nice and very updated. The staff was very, very nice. Tami brought a meal over to my house a couple of days later. She's been very helpful as far as telling me...
Assisted Living
Marsh
5.0
Review of Love Assisted Living Facility II
The rooms are thoroughly cleaned and the Facility smells amazingly fresh and clean, every time I visit! The staff is always so warm and welcoming and the food is always home cooked. I love the...
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living residents in Cape Coral see monthly expenses of around $5,675. This rate runs high compared to regional norms, with seniors paying around $1,100 less for residential care in Sebring and over $1,950 less on care in Punta Gorda. Similarly, the local rate surpasses Florida’s median of $4,750 and the U.S. baseline of $5,350.
Cape Coral
$5,675
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Naples
$5,068
Punta Gorda
$3,724
North Port
$4,965
Sebring
$4,595
Assisted living communities in Cape Coral often accept payment from various sources, including Medicaid, veterans’ benefits and personal assets. By incorporating a mix of strategies to pay for assisted living, prospective residents and their families can ensure financial stability and access to long-term care without relying on one single funding source.
In regards to public financing options, the state of Florida covers services in ALFs with either standard or specialty licenses under a statewide 1915(b)(c) MLTC program. Waiver participants must be offered a private room, private apartment or unit that is shared only by consent to be eligible for such options.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
The cost of assisted living in Cape Coral has been impacted by inflation, with prices rising by almost 10%. The 2022 average of $4,373 rose to $4,791 in 2023, with costs expected to reach $5,160 by 2024. Seniors in Cape Coral pay more than the Florida average of $4,067 and the U.S. average of $4,459. Nearby cities also experienced increases of 10% in their assisted living costs. Sebring has the lowest costs at $2,858 per month. Naples and Fort Myers are closer to Cape Coral’s costs at $4,111 and $4,224 respectively.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral | $4,373 | $4,791 | $5,160 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Florida | $3,727 | $4,067 | $4,438 |
| Fort Myers | $3,856 | $4,224 | $4,549 |
| Naples | $3,752 | $4,111 | $4,427 |
| Sebring | $2,609 | $2,858 | $3,078 |
Compared to other long-term care solutions in Cape Coral, assisted living features moderate rates of approximately $5,675. This fares comparably to the cost of in-home care, which comes in near $5,720. However, it indicates a considerable increase over adult day health care fees of close to $867. Even so, assisted living costs less than home health care and nursing home care, which trend near $6,292 and $10,053, respectively.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$867
Assisted Living Facility
$5,675
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,053
There are many resources in Cape Coral,FL that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Florida state page.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida, Inc. | 866-413-5337 | The regional Area Agency on Aging connects seniors with local resources such as home-delivered and congregate meals, personal care services and civil legal representation. It also houses the long-term care ombudsman program, which advocates for older adults who live in assisted living facilities and helps them resolve issues such as interpersonal conflicts and billing problems. |
| Hope PACE - Cape Coral | 239-985-6400 | Hope PACE serves seniors dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid through comprehensive services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitative therapies, home-delivered meals and nonemergency medical transportation services. It hosts regular activities for older adults, including gardening, table games, trivia challenges and daily exercise. |
| Lake Kennedy Center | 239-574-0575 | Located in Lake Kennedy Community Park, this center hosts activities for those 50 and over, including health and fitness classes, craft workshops and Lunch and Learn sessions. It organizes day trips and educational classes to support lifelong learning, and it provides transit services through the Cape Coral Mini-Bus Service. |
| Lehigh Acres Senior Citizens Center | 239-369-5355 | This senior center, sitting in nearby Lehigh Acres, maintains a dynamic activities calendar with events such as field trips, scrapbooking classes, karaoke and My Plate Family Meals. It houses the Golden Shell Thrift Shop, where older adults can buy gently used home décor, furniture and clothing. |
| Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County | 941-955-2122 | The Friendship Center for Lee County hosts social and recreational activities for seniors, promoting an engaged lifestyle through volunteer opportunities, congregate meals and games. The center addresses loneliness in seniors through friendly visitor and caller programs, and it provides respite services for family caregivers. |
| Alzheimer's Association | 800-272-3900 | The Florida Gulf Coast chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association supports seniors and families affected by dementia through case management, long-term care counseling and referrals for community programs. This organization hosts events throughout the year, including fundraisers and early-stage engagement programs. |
| City of Cape Coral Volunteer Opportunities | 239-574-0401 | The city offers seniors a variety of volunteer opportunities, helping them stay active and meet new people. Activities include administrative and clerical work, assisting with park clean-up days, teaching classes in local senior centers and collecting canal water samples. |
| LeeTran Discounted Fare | 239-5233-8726 | LeeTran provides discounted fares to seniors aged 65 and over, enabling them to ride on fixed-route buses for an affordable rate. To receive their discount, seniors must show the driver their TropiCard, which they receive by visiting the Transportation Center on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. |
| Fort Myers Vet Center | 239-652-1861 | The Fort Myers Vet Center, located about 10 miles outside of Cape Coral, offers mental health services for older veterans experiencing conditions such as depression. Its experienced officers provide information and referrals for community-based resources for veterans, including transportation and financial assistance programs. |
| Social Security Administration | 800-772-1213 TTY 800-325-0778 | At the local Social Security office, seniors get in-person assistance with preparing applications for Supplemental Security Income and survivor, disability and retirement benefits. They can also sign up for Medicare and get information on supplement and prescription drug plans. |
The Bureau of Health Facility Regulation is the office of the Agency of Health Care Administration which oversees the licensing of assisted living facilities in Cape Coral and throughout the state of Florida. This office issues licenses and undertakes regular site visits to ensure that facilities are complying with state rules and regulations.
Cape Coral 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.
Assisted living facilities throughout the Cape Coral region create value and promote a high quality of life for residents through a variety of convenient services and amenities. When comparing local long-term care options, residents typically seek out facilities with engaging activities programming, indoor and outdoor common areas and flexible dining programs. Some of the most in-demand services and amenities include:
Working with a professional helps prospective residents and families compare residential care options and find communities with specific amenities. Contact a Caring.com Family Advisor for personalized help with choosing the best assisted living option in Cape Coral.
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