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Assisted Living Communities in Ruskin, Florida

 

Ruskin sits south of Tampa, on Florida's Gulf Coast. The city features 2 assisted living communities, and seniors can find an additional 358 in surrounding areas. Residents of these communities pay a median monthly rate of $4,145. In comparison, Florida's typical price ranks $145 cheaper, but the national norm is $355 more expensive.

Our directory includes reviews of Ruskin's assisted living communities, which have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars. Explore the reviews below to learn more.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Ruskin's median assisted living price ranks $355 cheaper than the U.S. norm. However, the city's rate is $145 costlier than Florida's statewide price, and many nearby areas have lower fees. Seniors in Tampa pay about $795 less for assisted living, and those in Lakeland pay around $845 less. Similarly, Sebring's median price ranks $709 cheaper. 

Ruskin

$4,145

Florida

$4,000

United States

$4,500

Tampa

$3,350

Lakeland

$3,300

Sebring

$3,436

Paying for Assisted Living in Ruskin

 

Assisted living communities in Ruskin charge a median fee of $4,145 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Ruskin

Low-income seniors may apply for help to pay for an assisted living facility in Ruskin through the statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program. The state also has an additional program that covers services in assisted living facilities under a Medicaid State Plan called the Assistive Care Services Waiver. Eligibility is determined by the Department of Children and Family Services.

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

Financial Assistance in Florida

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

Assisted living stands as one of the cheapest senior care options in Ruskin. Adult day health care is the only cheaper option, costing about $2,065 less per month. However, this service includes only daytime supervision in a communal setting and doesn't account for other expenses, such as housing. In contrast, in-home care costs about $1,575 more than assisted living, providing seniors with personal care assistance in their private residences. Home health care also costs $1,575 more, offering personal support alongside light medical care. Similarly, nursing home care costs about $5,345 more than assisted living due to its inclusion of 24/7 medical monitoring. 

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$2,080

Assisted Living Facility

$4,145

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,490

Note: Data for Ruskin was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, North Port, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Ruskin

Ruskin and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Ruskin, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ruskin

Ruskin 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 ourAssisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Florida

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Vee P

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

Review of Mercie's Place

Small one on one care, I have no regrets trusting this home/facility. I highly recommend this place. Natacha and the rest of the caregivers are not just wonderful but indeed human and they showed...

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Patricia V. R.

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

Review of Mercie's Place

When the time came to find long term care placement for my mother, I immediately knew we found the PERFECT place @ Mercie's Place! The provider makes my mom feel at home and our family feel...

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Brenda K.

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

Review of Mercie's Place

Lamercie HC is a wonderful home to place your family member. Natasha is a warm and loving individual. She goes over and above to make sure her residents get the best care. She cared for my sister...

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