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Assisted Living Communities in Fort Pierce, Florida

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Teresa

I visited this facility

Review of The Lynmoore at Lawnwood

I liked The Lynmoore at Lawnwood. The facility was nice. I'm a joiner and I like a lot of activities, so I'm kind of just going by the feel of the place and The Lynmoore at Lawnwood just struck me...

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Jfreddy

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

Review of The Lynmoore at Lawnwood

My brother transferred to assisted living more than a year after he suffered a massive stroke. He had been in and out of intensive care while bedridden in a different facility. After many months in...

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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. This is why we do what we do, for these stories!! I am truly glad you have had such an amazing experience with us and hope you continue to do so....

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Albert

I visited this facility

Review of The Manor of Fort Pierce

The Manor of Fort Pierce was just in the beginning phases of getting started. I think they only had 1 or 2 residents so my reaction there is, it's not a mature enough place for me to consider at...

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Thank you for your feedback. You likely visited shortly after our opening, and we now have many more residents. We appreciate your insights and wish you the best.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Fort Pierce, FL and Nearby Cities

Assisted living residents in Fort Pierce pay $3,763 for services, offering a monthly savings of over $200 compared to the statewide rate of $4,000. It’s $700 less than the national average of $4,500, indicating that it’s one of the more budget-friendly communities in the nation for care. Most nearby cities have higher monthly rates, including Miami, where residents pay $4,385, and Palm Bay and Naples, where respective monthly rates average $4,461 and $5,300. In Sebastian, care costs are about $400 less than in Fort Pierce.

Fort Pierce

$3,763

Florida

$4,000

United States

$4,500

Sebastian

$3,350

Palm Bay

$4,461

Miami

$4,385

Naples

$5,300

Paying for Assisted Living in Fort Pierce

Based on regional data, assisted living facilities in Fort Pierce charge estimated monthly rates of $3,763.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fort Pierce

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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 Living in Fort Pierce, FL

Assisted living facilities in Fort Pierce charge $3,763 for care. This is about $1,000 less than the monthly rates for in-home care and home health care, which average $4,671 and $4,767, respectively. It also offers thousands of dollars in monthly savings over the cost of nursing home care, which averages $8,164. Adult day health care is the only option that’s more cost-effective than assisted living, with seniors paying $1,517 for care.

In-Home Care

$4,671

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Health Care

$1,517

Assisted Living Facility

$3,763

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,164

Note: Data for Fort Pierce was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Port St. Lucie, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Fort Pierce

In Fort Pierce, prospective and current assisted living residents have access to a network of options counselors, financial and legal experts and benefits advisors who help them make informed decisions regarding their long-term care plans. This table outlines some of these resources and can be useful for older adults considering long-term care in this region.

ResourceContactService
Council on Aging of St. Lucie(772) 336-8908The county’s Council on Aging provides recreational activities, transportation services and nutrition counseling for area residents aged 60 and over. It also has benefits counselors who help older adults apply for programs such as Social Security, Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid, which can help with medical and long-term care expenses.
SHINE(800) 963-5337SHINE is a statewide program that provides free health insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries. Seniors in Fort Pierce can contact a SHINE representative to learn about local Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans or to learn how to dispute denied health insurance claims or canceled health insurance policies.
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(888) 831-0404The long-term care ombudsman publishes information on residents’ rights and has volunteers and staff who visit local assisted living facilities to ensure a high standard of care. The ombudsman can also help seniors find ways to pay for assisted living and represent them in cases regarding unfair discharge orders.
Veteran Services(772) 337-5670The county’s veterans’ services office has advisors who specialize in submitting claims for state and federal benefits, including Aid and Attendance and medical care. The office can also provide information and referrals for supportive services in the community.
Florida Rural Legal Services(772) 466-4766Florida Rural Legal Services provides free legal advice to those aged 60 and over. Through the Fort Pierce office, seniors can get help with applying for state, federal and veterans’ benefits, navigate the state’s laws regarding guardianship and powers of attorney and prepare simple wills and advance directives.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Pierce

Fort Pierce 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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