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Located in Lee County, Cape Coral sits on Florida’s Gulf Coast between the Caloosahatchee River and the Matlacha Pass. In this region, seniors have 84 assisted living facilities to consider, including 20 within Cape Coral. Based on median costs reported in 2024, prospective residents anticipate monthly fees of around $5,675, with rates tracking hundreds of dollars above the Florida norm of $4,750.
We provide a closer look at the value and amenities of local assisted living communities through 1230 reviews objective reviews, helping you make informed long-term care decisions. On average, facilities earn a rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars from consumers.
84 Results
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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6870 Alister Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912
4.8
(7 reviews)
"Discovery Commons is a special place. Julia and her staff go above and beyond in understanding individual needs and maintaining a nurturing and caring environment for their residents. My mother immediately felt welcome and a part of her new extended ..."
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18301 Trifecta Lane, Ft Myers, FL 33967
4.8
(11 reviews)
"Canterfield of Ft. Myers was my mother's home for the final 3 years of her life. Several factors played into our choice: The family liked that it was a smaller community and seemed more congenial and manageable, it was in close proximity to family me..."
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250 Bal Harbor Boulevard, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
4.7
(30 reviews)
"I am a volunteer at Brookdale Punta Gorda. I choose to spend my time here due to its amazing staff and residents! It’s a smaller community and the staff care for the residents like they are their own relatives! It’s delightful to see some of the rela..."
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14521 Lakewood Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919
4.6
(6 reviews)
"I had been here three times to visit and I was very impressed. They had a great variety of facilities. The way I view it is like "this is the way it ought to be." It looks secure. I know the food is delicious because I went to a gathering where they ..."
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7820 Fanning Court, Fort Myers, FL 33907
4.6
(20 reviews)
"Amavida at Lakes Park was excellent. They had some major renovations going on. They were redoing one of the bar areas and redoing the landscaping. The place is like a resort, which is the only way to describe it. There's nothing that you would want t..."
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1251 Business Way, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
4.6
(8 reviews)
"Very professional staff, very helpful Building is very clean Great location..."
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14001 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33912
4.5
(24 reviews)
"We will be putting Dad to American House Fort Myers and we chose it just because of the newness of the facility, the cleanliness, and the amount of residents that they currently had was a smaller amount. The care ratio was very good. It was like 7 re..."
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8460 Murano Del Lago Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
4.5
(19 reviews)
"American House Coconut Point was more cosmopolitan with like an apartment building. They had all services, independent, assisted living, and memory care, all in one building and I think that was a big asset. They had a movie theater, an exercise plac..."
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850 Retreat Drive, Naples, FL 34110
4.4
(19 reviews)
"After 2 1/2 years as a resident of Bentley Village, I have nothing but good things to say about it. I feel safe and cared for and have made many good friendships here. My one bedroom apartment is beautiful, spacious and convenient to so many activiti..."
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1710 SW Health Parkway, Naples, FL 34109
4.4
(39 reviews)
"My dad was a resident of Brookdale North Naples. He was happy with it. The rooms are nice and well-kept. The place was clean. The food was good. They have a fitness area and fitness classes. They have game time. He had a physical therapist coming to ..."
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3501 Hancock Bridge Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33903
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My wife is in Volante of Fort Myers. Everything's fine. She's not doing too bad. With every place, there's always room for improvement, but I think they're doing a good job. Her room is excellent. It's private and it's large, and they've done everyth..."
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2295 Shreve St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950
4.3
(13 reviews)
"I toured Best Care Senior Living of Punta Gorda. It was very well kept up. The only thing I was disappointed in was the guy who was supposed to walk around with me, he pawned off on somebody else, which kind of disappointed me, but other than that it..."
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26850 S Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
4.2
(47 reviews)
"My sister lives at Brookdale in Bonita Springs, Florida and absolutely loves it. She is there on an independent contract but if she requires more assistance she can stay there and go to an assisted living contract. She gets 3 meals a day, laundry and..."
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7801 Airport-Pulling Rd N, Naples, FL 34109
4.1
(11 reviews)
"I have found a place for my sister in Naples, and it's called AdviniaCare Naples. We chose it for the location, the overall condition, and its look. Everything was very neat, clean, and fresh, and the sales representative was very, very helpful in he..."
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101 Cypress Way E., Naples, FL 34110
4.1
(12 reviews)
"I went to Naples Green Village, but they don't take Medicaid. The person who walked me around was very knowledgeable. It was very nice. If I could afford it, I would put my mom there. It was clean. It was well-run and very nice. The staff was very fr..."
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11400 Longfellow Lane, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
4.1
(33 reviews)
"I have been in Independent Living American House Bonita Springs since October 2022 and love my apartment. I have a cat and he loves the screened lanai. The staff is wonderful and enjoy the no worry free living. Lots of activities to keep us busy o..."
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23023 Westchester Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33980
4.0
(55 reviews)
"We went to South Port Square. It was very clean, maintained very well, even though it was an older established facility. The person who took us on the tour was extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, and took us to lunch. Lunch was excellent. They ha..."
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1155 Encore Way, Naples, FL 34110
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been here for a few weeks now, and he's happy there. I'm pretty happy with the place too. He has a nice apartment, and the residents are generally happy. Some days are different from the others, but the last time I was there, I heard peopl..."
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7460 Lake Breeze Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907
3.9
(57 reviews)
"We just recently moved my parents into assisted living at Brookdale Cypress lake. From the moment we walked in the front door, we experienced the true caring of all of the staff from reception to housekeeping nursing activities, and more absolutely t..."
READ MOREAccording 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
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Cape Coral and 133 other cities in Florida.
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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit 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.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida, Inc. | 866-413-5337 | Floridians aged 60 and over can access critical care, support and education programs provided through the state's Area Agencies on Aging. With multiple location offices organized by region, the AAAs offer home- and community-based services. Options include Meals on Wheels, fitness and wellness sessions and home care assistance with personal care tasks and homemaking activities. All Florida AAAs focus on helping older persons to stay independent for longer. |
Whether living in their own home or in a senior living community, Cape Coral seniors can find financial assistance from numerous local resources. These organizations help residents cover some of the costs associated with in-home or long-term care and connect them with other helpful community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hope PACE - Cape Coral | 855-454-3102 | PACE is restricted to seniors eligible for Medicaid and Medicare who live in areas served by PACE organizations. It combines all necessary elements of Medicaid and Medicare to deliver a comprehensive support network managed by the PACE organization. Consequently, it can pay for support functions traditionally associated with Medicaid, including hospital and home medical care and Medicare-funded supports, including prescription drugs and personal care. |
Senior centers in Cape Coral bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Kennedy Center | 239-574-0575 | The Lake Kennedy Center hosts events and activities for seniors aged 50 and over. Scheduled activities include live entertainment, theater programs, dance classes, music classes, educational lectures and exercise classes. The Friendship Center Dining Program provides a healthy and nutritious meal at lunch each day from Monday to Friday for seniors aged 60 and over. |
| Lehigh Acres Senior Citizens Center | 239-369-5355 | Lehigh Acres Senior Citizens Center is a nonprofit organization that enriches the lives of older adults through stimulating social activities. It features a computer room, free blood pressure checks and informational lunches. Crafting activities include quilting, beading, knitting, stained glass and basket weaving. Seniors can stay fit through Zumba classes, tai chi, yoga and line dancing or play games, such as Wii bowling, cribbage and bridge. The Golden Shell Boutique sells a rotating selection of jewelry, pottery, art and clothing. |
| Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County | 239-275-1881 | Senior Friendship Center in Fort Myers, FL, offers a wide range of social engagement and supportive aging services for adults aged 60+. It serves nutritious lunches daily, with meal delivery available through the Home Delivered Meals program. RELIEF — Respite for Elders Living in Everyday Families — is a free temporary service available weekends and nights for caregiver support. FriendWorks: The Senior Safety Net provides telephone reassurance, a friendly visitor program and supportive intervention to help seniors access community resources. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Cape Coral help older adults remain active and ensure they contribute to the community. Resources include wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, support groups and organizations that help residents connect with the community to live fulfilling lives.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center - Winter Park | 407-436-7750 | The Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center provides information for seniors and their caregivers living in Florida. The organization helps seniors find memory care facilities in their area. In addition, it provides information regarding where to find assessment centers and specialist doctors. |
| Alzheimer's Association - Clearwater | 800-272-3900 | The Alzheimer's Association of the Gulf Coast supports seniors, caregivers and family members. The organization hosts support groups and educational lectures. It advocates for seniors and hosts regular events to inform communities about memory loss disorders. The organization raises funds for Alzheimer's research in Florida and across the United States. |
| Dr. Piper Center's Senior Employment and Empowerment | 239-332-5346 | The Dr. Piper Center in Fort Myers, FL, offers a Senior Employment and Empowerment program aimed at enhancing the social and economic well-being of Southwest Florida residents aged 55 and older. Through an easy-to-understand system, seniors can develop their skills on computers, resume building and interview techniques. Additionally, the program assists with online job searches for those who have completed the workshops. Morning and afternoon classes are held at the center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. |
| City of Cape Coral Volunteer Opportunities | 239-574-0401 | The city of Cape Coral runs a volunteer page that lists volunteer opportunities in the city. A number of the options are open to seniors, and the program welcomes volunteers of any age. Some of the projects available include helping to keep the city clean, collecting water samples from the canals and assisting at special events. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Cape Coral, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| LeeTran Discounted Fare | 239-533-8580 | LeeTran operates public transit services in Fort Myers, FL, and wider Lee County. It offers discounted fares and passes to seniors aged 65 and over and those living with disabilities. Seniors must apply for a TropiCard and present this card to the driver at the start of each journey to receive the discounted fare. Weekly, monthly and multi-trip discounted tickets are also available. |
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
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...
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