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Assisted Living Communities in Melbourne, Florida

Located along the Intracoastal Waterway near the Indian River, Melbourne sits in the east-central region of Florida in Brevard County. In this community, the cost of residential care hovers near $4,748 in 2024, which aligns with the statewide median and offers hundreds of dollars in savings over the U.S. norm of $5,350. The region has numerous assisted living options, including 26 facilities in the city and 67 in nearby communities.

This guide contains 625 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in and around Melbourne, helping you make informed decisions regarding long-term care. These facilities typically earn a 3.9 out of 5 stars-star rating from consumers.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports monthly assisted living costs in Melbourne of around $4,748. This rate runs well below the U.S. median of $5,350 and offers savings over costs in nearby cities. Facilities in Sebastian and Lakeland charge about $5,500 and $5,292, respectively, while rates in Orlando are lower, with seniors paying roughly $3,823. 

Melbourne

$4,748

Florida

$4,750

United States

$5,350

Deltona

$4,000

Orlando

$3,823

Lakeland

$5,292

Sebastian

$5,500

Paying for Assisted Living in Melbourne

According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Melbourne is $4,461 per month. While these rates are over $400 higher than the statewide average, Melbourne is still a more affordable option compared to the average U.S. city.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Melbourne

Low-income seniors can turn to Florida’s Medicaid Long-Term Care or Assistive Care Services program for help with the cost of services at assisted living facilities. These programs don’t cover room and board, but the MLTC plan does negotiate fees with the provider. 

For further help, residents receiving Federal SSI benefits can apply for optional state supplementation or consider family supplementation, which the state allows. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.

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 Care

Residential care in the Melbourne region costs around $4,748 per month, which falls roughly $400 below the cost of home health care. However, nursing home rates run more than double the cost of assisted living, with seniors paying approximately $10,737 for semi-private housing.

Home Health Care

$5,148

Assisted Living Facility

$4,748

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,737

Note: Since data for Melbourne is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Palm Bay, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Melbourne

Seniors in Melbourne have access to a wide range of resources to support their needs as they age. The following nonprofits and agencies facilitate a variety of programs and services such as care management, benefits counseling and wellness programming, which are available to seniors at little to no cost.

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Aging Matters in Brevard(321) 639-8770Aging Matters in Brevard is a nonprofit agency that provides services to seniors across the county. Programs include in-home care, transportation services, senior volunteer opportunities, health education workshops and congregate dining. The organization's Sunflower House serves as a resource center for caregivers, offering monthly classes and workshops, support groups and informational materials.
Wickham Park Senior Center

(321) 425-5533 or (321) 425-5534Here, Melbourne's elderly residents can engage in activities, educational programs and social events with their peers. The daily calendar features activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, exercise classes and games. It also hosts a senior travel club. A $20 annual membership fee covers the majority of on-site activities and events.
One Senior Place

(321) 323-7325One Senior Place serves as a comprehensive resource office and shopping center for senior products and services. Trained specialists provide seniors with information, counseling and referrals to services that suit their needs. The center also offers daily seminars, educational events and access to a free on-site resource library.
Helping Seniors of Brevard(321) 473-7770This organization provides information, education and resources. Its free senior information hotline offers case management and referral services, while its comprehensive media program delivers senior-focused content through podcasts, newspaper columns, radio shows and television broadcasts. It also hosts a volunteer-led Senior Advocacy Council that champions the needs and rights of elderly residents.
Melbourne Vet Center(321) 254-3410The Melbourne Vet Center supports the needs of veterans and their dependents through a variety of services, including individual and group counseling, mental health assessments, assistance with applying for benefits and referrals to other VA services. The center also facilitates educational programming and community outreach efforts.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Melbourne

Melbourne 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Peter

I visited this facility

Review of Volante of Melbourne

I met with a very nice lady at Volante of Melbourne. It was her first or second week on the job, so she wasn't thoroughly familiar with the place, but she showed me around and showed the...

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Chris

I visited this facility

Review of The Fountains of Melbourne

I went to The Fountains of Melbourne. It was exquisite and very pricy. Everyone was very interested in what I had to say, my input, and the level of care I needed. Everyone acted very professional....

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

Review of Veterans and Seniors Care First

We went to Veterans and Seniors Care First. The seniors looked very comfortable. Everything that they did, they did it in a very professional way. My friend's grandparents liked being there, and...

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