Situated between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland sits along I-4 in Polk County, a region with 117 assisted living communities for prospective residents to consider. These facilities, including the 21 residences within Lakeland proper, set a monthly fee of around $5,292 in 2024. This rate exceeds the Florida median by about $540, but it comes in a little below the U.S. baseline of $5,350.
By weighing consumer feedback, we find that assisted living facilities in the Lakeland region typically earn a satisfaction rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars. To learn more about this score, read through the 779 reviews reviews in our directory.
117 Results
730 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, FL 33853
3.0
(5 reviews)
"Grace Healthcare of Lake Wales was an older building, but it was the care that they gave to my mom that mattered to me. When she put her light on, there was somebody within a couple of minutes. When she needed something, they immediately tried to fin..."
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39746 OTIS ALLEN ROAD, Zephyrhills, FL 33540
3.0
(3 reviews)
"My mom went to Rose Manor. She was there for a month. It was OK. It wasn't the greatest in the world. The care itself was satisfactory. They had somebody on staff all the time. The staff seemed fine. The meals weren't the greatest. They were home-coo..."
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301 S 10th Street, Haines City, FL 33844
2.7
(4 reviews)
"The Haines Manor was always clean everytime I visited my sister there. The Staff was always friendly and careing. Even the staff in the Kicthen was alway taking care of her needs too! Could now ask for better care of my sister while she was there. Th..."
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10919 Mistletoe Drive, Thonotosassa, FL 33592
2.3
(3 reviews)
"Lakeshore Living was a very old place and kind of rundown. When I first got there when I was walking to the building, the owner came out, and he had been doing manual labor; he was sweaty and not ready really for visitors. He actually kind of forgot ..."
READ MORE350 WEST HAINES BLVD, Lake Alfred, FL 33850
2.1
(7 reviews)
"I am a friend of a resident here who has been here for a couple years , I visit regularly and all the staff here is friendly and caring , the place always smells good. The staff always try to keep the place clean. The owners are always there and tak..."
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701 Overlook Dr Se, Winter Haven, FL 33884
2.0
(3 reviews)
"I did go to Bellatage Assisted Living. I didn’t pursue it. My friend was there, and she was bored out of her mind that she wanted to go home. They didn’t have enough activities. I know they have a movie theater, but she was still determined to go hom..."
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20 S 10 STREET, Haines City, FL 33844
1.8
(5 reviews)
"I visited this facility. The staff were very accommodating during my visit. It has a very caring staff. They were concerned with my friend's need. They were very careful with what they cook for him. The ladies that made the food there were very prou..."
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11216 Mcmullen Rd, Riverview, FL 33569
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE2813 Saint Cloud Oaks Drive, Valrico, FL 33594
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3612 Woodhill Dr, Brandon, FL 33511
"Elaine's Adult Family Care Home is located in the Four Winds Subdivision in Brandon, Florida, Hillsborough County. It is in close proximity ..."
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3425 Porter Rd, Lithia, FL 33547
"Our belief at Patty’s House is that caring for the elderly is a blessed gift from God. Patty’s House Assisted Living has been a family owned..."
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1615 Carnegie Circle , Tampa, FL 33619
"Providing long-term care for an elderly loved can be one of the most difficult decisions you will make. If your loved one is having difficul..."
READ MORE226 Clayton St, Brandon, FL 33511
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480 Ave E SE, Winter Haven, FL 33880
"Welcome to Wedgewood of Winter Haven! Being an intimate operation, we are able to excel in delivering personalized and professional assistan..."
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613 Forest Hills, Brandon, FL 33510
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READ MORE904 Lake Martha Drive, Winter Haven, FL 33881
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE907 N Taylor Rd, Brandon, FL 33510
"St. Cloud Haven II is located in Brandon, Florida. Brandon is a census-designated place populated by 100,000 people. Tampa, Florida is only ..."
READ MORE1001 East Baker Street, Plant City, FL 33563
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE5111 Smith Ryals Rd, Plant City, FL 33567
"Florry House is based in Plant City, FL. Seniors can enjoy life in a picturesque location near Antioch Baptist Church and Mount Olive Ame Ch..."
READ MORELakeland seniors spend around $5,292 per month on assisted living, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Local rates trend higher than Florida’s median of $4,750 and surpass costs in other cities in the region. Facilities in Orlando charge around $3,823, while those in Tampa charge approximately $4,213.
Lakeland
$5,292
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Tampa
$4,213
North Port
$4,965
Sebring
$4,595
Orlando
$3,823
Florida offers low-income seniors two programs that can help cover services at assisted living facilities. The Medicaid Long-Term Care (MLTC) and Assistive Care Services plans don’t cover room and board, but the MLTC plan does negotiate those fees for participants.
Family supplementation is permitted under certain circumstances, and the state provides an optional state supplement to seniors who receive Federal SSI benefits.
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 median monthly cost of assisted living in Lakeland comes to around $5,292. Although adult day health care rates run lower at about $2,492, senior care solutions that include skilled nursing generally cost more. Home health care facilities charge approximately $5,911, and nursing home care costs roughly $9,642.
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$2,492
Assisted Living Facility
$5,292
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,642
Polk County takes care of its senior population with access to a variety of programs. However, it can be difficult for seniors to find information on these programs without prior knowledge that they exist. The table below provides a short list of free resources that are available to help seniors find the Polk County programs they need to thrive.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Polk County Department of Aging | 800-533-0741 | There are two separate Departments of Aging in Polk County, one in Bartow and one in Lake Wales. Both offer seniors access to services that include elder care, financial assistance programs, transportation and home companion services. The department also offers referral services to other programs. |
| Better Living for Seniors of Polk County | 863-588-6690 | Polk County Better Living for Seniors is a coalition dedicated to improving life for seniors who live in Polk County through offering educational programs, sponsoring conferences and health fairs and coordinating referrals for service. The nonprofit group also offers regular events for seniors around Polk County, from support groups to chair yoga and caregiver training. |
| Senior Connection Center | 1-800-963-5337 | The Senior Connection Center serves the seniors of Hillsborough, Polk and surrounding counties by providing access to legal aid services, locating financial assistance to cover basic needs and advocating for the safety and health of area seniors. The Senior Connection Center sponsors Mid Florida Community Services, a senior assistance agency specifically for Polk County residents. |
| Florida Rural Legal Services | 863-688-7376 | Florida Rural Legal Services is a private nonprofit agency that guides seniors through the legal process of drafting and filing important legal documents such as living wills, powers of attorney and guardianship papers. The organization also helps seniors manage the cost of assisted living services. |
Lakeland Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in FL are required to follow. Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Randie
3.0
Review of Grand Villa of Lakeland
I toured the Grand Villa of Lakeland. Nicole was very helpful. I was pleased with all the rooms she showed me and it was clean. It was nice and I had a good experience. It's a one-room with a very...
Assisted Living
Mike
5.0
Review of Hawthorne Inn Lakeland
We looked at Hawthorne Inn Lakeland, and it looked expensive. It was nice. It was set up like a little village on the inside with little shops. They hosted outings for the people who stayed there....
Assisted Living
Darell
4.0
Review of Arbor Oaks at Lakeland Hills
Attentive staff and great food. Everybody is friendly.
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