Fort Myers rests on the coast of Southwest Florida in Lee County. The city is home to 25 assisted living facilities, which charge an estimated monthly fee of $5,675. As a result, local costs prove higher than the Florida state median of $4,750. They also exceed the expected national cost of $5,350.
The following guide provides more information about assisted living in Fort Myers and includes a list of 1094 reviews reviews of facilities in the city. With an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars, these communities showcase the high quality of care that seniors have access to in the area.
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4800 Aston Gardens Way, Naples, FL 34109
4.0
(40 reviews)
"We signed a contract for Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh. It's something we can afford, and we liked what we saw. There's a library, a theater, a swimming pool, and an exercise room. The bills are included in your rent. The person that we have the mos..."
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1923 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..."
READ MORE3850 Williams Road, Estero, FL 33928
3.5
(19 reviews)
"I liked the cleanliness of the Life Care Center of Estero. The staff was really great. They have a couple cool things in there for the residents, like a beauty shop, an ice cream parlor, and a library. It's a nice area. The woman that gave the tour w..."
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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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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..."
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10211 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
3.0
(2 reviews)
"We toured Hampton Manor of Punta Gorda, and it was a very good experience. It was pristine. The place was new. It just opened in August. The rooms were brand new. Everything was clean and neat. There were not a lot of residents out and about in the f..."
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10949 Parnu Street, Naples, FL 34109
2.8
(8 reviews)
"I highly recommend this facility for its service and professionalism. Everything from the food to activities, management staff, therapy, and frontline caregivers deserves 5 stars. It is an older building but very well cared for and maintained. I cann..."
READ MORE450 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
2.8
(15 reviews)
"We always choose the Life Care Center of Punta Gorda for my wife’s recovery needs. The rooms are spacious and immaculate. The food is fresh and a served hot. The staff is professional and courteous. While nobody wants to be in rehab, we are confi..."
READ MORE9015 Bellaire Bay Dr, Naples, FL 34120
2.7
(4 reviews)
"Both of my parents were residents at this facility for approximately two years. We have nothing but good things to say. Lots of activities. Always bathed and dressed. Spiritual needs met. Lots of fond memories. Kept safe. Both died of old age eight ..."
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10 7TH STREET, Bonita Springs, FL 34133
2.6
(3 reviews)
"My mother is staying at Canterbury House, and I like it a lot. The staff is excellent. It's a small place, which is a good thing, and older but nice. ..."
READ MORE2316 52Nd Ter Sw, Naples, FL 34116
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READ MORE111 Moorings Park Drive, Naples, FL 34105
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READ MORE637 Se 12Th Ct, Cape Coral, FL 33990
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READ MORE711 Crestline Ave S, Lehigh Acres, FL 33974
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READ MORE3620 64th Ave Ne, Naples, FL 34120
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READ MORE411 Ne 16Th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33909
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READ MORE1230 Village Lakes Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33972
"Heron Pond Apartments is located in Lehigh Acres, FL. Seniors can experience quiet living far from fast-paced city life without losing acces..."
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3480 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34109
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READ MORE2621 SW 37th Ter, Cape Coral, FL 33914
"Joseph Desmornes Adult Family Care Home is a senior living community located in Cape Coral, FL, with a capacity of five residents. It's nest..."
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1000 Arbor Lake Dr, Naples, FL 34110
"Welcome to Arbor Glen at Arbor Trace ! The first senior living development in southwest Florida to offer deeded condominium ownership with 1..."
READ MOREGenworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey states that assisted living communities in Fort Myers charge around $5,675 per month for care and services. Observing other South Florida cities, seniors can save approximately $425 per month in Miami and $600 in Naples. Additionally, Punta Gorda offers significantly lower assisted living rates at $3,724. However, Fort Myers proves affordable when compared to the $5,885 seniors pay in Port St. Lucie.
Fort Myers
$5,675
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Naples
$5,068
Punta Gorda
$3,724
Miami
$5,250
Port St. Lucie
$5,885
In Fort Myers, the average cost for assisted living is $4,334 per month, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey. That rate comes in above the Florida state average of $4,000 but below the national average of $4,500.
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.Â
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.
Seniors can choose from many types of care. The most affordable senior care option in Fort Myers is adult day care, at just $867 per month. In-home care sees similar costs to assisted living at $5,720. Home health care rates increase slightly to account for light medical services, settling at $6,292. Offering more comprehensive care and supervision than assisted living facilities, nursing homes have the highest monthly cost of $10,053 for semi-private rooms.
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
Note: Since data for Fort Myers is unavailable, we used data from the nearest city, Cape Coral, instead.
Because it can be challenging moving to a new area or finding programs that suit individual needs, seniors and their families can seek assistance from organizations and programs we’ve vetted below.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida | (866) 413-5337 | The AAASWFL serves several counties, including Lee, and focuses on aiding seniors 60 years of age and up. Its Elder Helpline makes it easier for callers to learn about and access useful programs. When appropriate, the AAASWFL also conducts benefit screenings for government-funded services. Its other areas of focus include health and wellness programs and elder abuse prevention. |
| Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (850) 414-2323 | The LTCOP can be an ally for residents of assisted living facilities and their families. Its trained volunteers educate seniors about their rights, and they also help resolve conflicts and complaints. Among other areas, the LTCOP assists with matters concerning medication management issues, housekeeping concerns and a facility's food quality. |
| Lee County Veteran Services | (239) 533-8381 | The Veteran Services office assists senior military veterans and their surviving spouses and dependents with matters such as disability compensation and non-service-connected pensions with and without Aid & Attendance benefits. The office also assists with accessing health care benefits and appeals. |
| Senior Friendship Centers | (239) 275-1881 | There are many Senior Friendship Centers in Lee County that support aging seniors with fun engaging activities and many opportunities to socialize. They also aid caregivers and run educational programs. Case management assistance is available, too. |
| Florida Senior Legal Helpline | (888) 895-7873 | A free service, the Senior Legal Helpline focuses on assisting callers 60 years of age and older. Attorneys and paralegals staff the helpline answering questions about matters such as probate law and advance directives, elder abuse and Social Security. The helpline also makes referrals. The helpline is confidential. |
Fort Myers 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
Steve
2.0
Review of Discovery Village At The Forum
My Mom lived there for 2 months, and I have never seen such problems with the billing. Staff does not follow through with obligations they promised, and they take forever getting back to you. this...
Assisted Living
Dave Ray
5.0
Review of Discovery Commons Cypress Point
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...
Assisted Living
John
4.0
Review of The Rose Garden of Fort Myers
I am staying at the Rose Garden of Fort Myers. We have our own apartments here. They provide the laundry and cleaning. My experience has been good. The staff is good. My apartment is basically a...
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