Assisted Living Communities in Sun City Center, Florida
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Sun City Center, FL below include 318 Assisted Living facilities with 2001 reviews. On average in Sun City Center, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living in Sun City Center, FL
"While in Clearwater checking out assisted living options for my friend's mother, we stopped in at Pearl Manor. They were happy to accommodate us, even though we did not make an appointment.
We could see that the grounds would be a great place to spe..."
"Eva's Home Care is an assisted living facility designed to look after the old people. I was looking for a good facility to let my uncle stay there in his old age. I visited this facility few weeks back and found it doing a good job. The building is n..."
"My mom moved into the memory care unit at Heritage ALF of Plant City Inc. and so far, I like it. It's seems like a nice place. The staff is very nice, helpful, and friendly. They try to get them to eat and keep them clean. My mom's room is fine and i..."
"We chose Carmen's Goodcare ALF for my aunt because she likes it. We spoke with the people out there, and it worked out for both of us. She likes it, so that's my main goal, that she's feeling comfortable. The staff is very nice, very caring, and that..."
"This is the ALF that my Mom picked out herself. I had checked numerous places over several months. A couple of friends were checking in Plant City area for me & were sent to Sunshine Manor by a worker in another facility. Mom and I did take a drive..."
"My husband is 85 and I'm 78 and we're still healthy and both going. But my husband had two brain surgeries this past years and we thought it's time for us to start looking what are the options we have, just in case we get in to that situation. The fa..."
"My father moved into Country Manor Assisted Living. The staff is very friendly and very helpful. They take good care of my father and they treat him like he's an esteemed guest. He's impressed with the food. Cleanliness is average. There's a lady tha..."
"I've had 2 family members live here. This is a wonderful care home for family members who need help with daily living. They prepare food, help with hygiene, help administer medications at the correct times, keep residents clean and safe. Each resi..."
"While in the area, we headed over to check out Lake View House assisted living facility which looked really well-kept from the outside.
My friend's mother has a lot of relatives in the region which would make it easy for them all to stay in touch wi..."
"Finding a place for your loved one is never an easy task, unless you are realistic in your expectations. Patty and her care team are amazing! Her homes (there are several) are charming and provide the “at home” environment our loved one needed. The..."
"My mother-in-law is in Caring For You. We liked it and we picked it out mainly because that's all she can afford with her social security. It is a small place but it is clean. We liked the nurses and the people there. I think it is a good choice. The..."
"I visited Beneva Lakes Assisted Living Center. The staff that I talked to there was Bonnie, and she told me everything I needed to know and about finance. She showed us around the place. The lady at the front desk was a sweetheart. We went to the din..."
"Our parents are doing very well at The Bridges Retirement Community. The administrators were very direct, helpful, and flexible with us as we negotiated the transition for my parents. They were very clear with us about how we could help that transiti..."
"My dad was at Tropical Paradise. It was on the same street as my sister’s house. The staff was very helpful. Dad liked it a lot because it was more like a little house. He had his own room. It just was very homey and had very good care. The food was ..."
"My husband moved into Stone Ledge Manor. We chose it because it is convenient to where I live, and they have a memory care section over there, which is what he needs. We're very satisfied. Everybody who works there is very nice and concerned. I have ..."
"Promise Pointe at Tampa Oaks is five years old. It's bright, airy, sunny and happy. I was very impressed with that. It's a little bit higher class of people. They're more golf course people. They were a little bit better dressed. They were out and ab..."
"My father was in Discovery Commons for about 18 months and a few months after his passing, my mom was there for 4 1/2 months. She was thriving there and passed away suddenly so didn't get to enjoy it nearly as long as we'd hoped. She had been alone..."
"Austin House was the perfect residency for my mother. She lived there almost eight years. My mother was treated as if she was the mother of the women who work there. I always felt that there was good communication between myself and the staff there. ..."
"Facility always clean and clean smelling, regular toilet visits for residents, three good meals per day, plus snacks. There are daily activities that residents can actually participate in, like drum circle, Elvis visits, musical entertainment, therap..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Sun City Center, FL and Nearby Cities
Compared to other nearby cities, Sun City Center has a midrange cost for assisted living. It’s nearly $1,000 higher than the cost in Sebring ($2,895) and $663 above the $3,225 average in Tampa. In contrast, it’s $50 less than the $3,938 rate in Punta Gorda and $612 below the $4,500 average in Cape Coral.
Sun City Center
$3,888
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Sebring
$2,895
Tampa
$3,225
Punta Gorda
$3,938
Cape Coral
$4,500
Paying for Assisted Living in Sun City Center
The average cost of assisted living in Sun City Center is $3,888 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This is $188 higher than the Florida average of $3,700, but it’s $412 lower than the national median of $4,300.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sun City Center
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 Sun City Center, FL
At $3,888 per month, assisted living is one of the most affordable senior care options in Sun City Center. Adult day health care is usually the least expensive, and although cost data isn’t available for Sun City Center, Florida’s statewide average is just $1,408. Receiving care at home costs about $4,385 for homemaker services or $4,576 for home health aides. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $9,186 for semiprivate and $10,463 for private rooms.
Homemaker Services
$4,385
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
0
Assisted Living Facility
$3,888
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,186
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$10,463
Note: Data for Sun City Center was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, North Port, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Sun City Center
Seniors in Sun City Center specifically caters to individuals over age 55, so residents will find numerous support services in the community. This list provides a few of the free resources available locally or through the county or state.
Hillsborough County Aging Services help seniors in Sun City Center get the most out of life by taking advantage of the year-round sunshine and ample recreational options. It provides social activities, nutrition services, dining and activity centers, and lots of outdoor recreation opportunities.
The Sunshine Line provides door-to-door transportation to seniors, people with disabilities and low-income residents who don’t have transportation. Transportation is provided for medical and social service appointments, health and wellness activities, trips to the grocery store, personal business and other necessary errands. Trips are prioritized based on purpose and space availability, but transportation is regularly available Monday through Saturday. Eligibility for the free services is based on age, income, disabilities and other criteria.
The Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a statewide service meant to improve the quality of life for all residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living. Ombudsmen advocate for residents and protect their rights, welfare and safety. All services are free, confidential and volunteer-based. Seniors in Sun City Center can contact the LTCOP's district office in Tampa for information and assistance resolving issues with a local assisted living facility.
The Senior Connection Center is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Hillsborough, Highlands, Hardee, Manatee and Polk counties. It offers a wide array of services for those aged 60 and older, including its Elder Helpline, which provides information and referrals to available programs and services. It offers health and wellness courses, congregate meals, education and training, and Medicare counseling. Through the AAA, seniors can also access legal assistance, specialized medical equipment and nutrition education and counseling.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sun City Center
Sun City Center-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
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Review of Sun Towers Retirement
My parents are at Sun Towers Retirement right now and we have been very pleased here. The maintenance is good, but it's not perfect. Their staff turnover is very high among the med techs, but...
I went to Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center for my brother. I liked that they were extremely friendly. They knew all the clients that were in the building. Even the cook took time to speak to me...
My brother will be moving into Sun Towers Retirement in June. I like this because when we went there to visit the residents were in line to get popcorn. They were having a singer there singing with...