Blessed with a tropical climate and natural beauty, Bonita Springs is a desirable retirement spot in Southwest Florida. The affluent beach city on the Gulf Coast has retained its small-town charm, and it’s no surprise that around 42% of its residents are 65 and older. Aside from its well-rounded points of interest that are senior-friendly, Bonita Springs is minutes away from hospitals in neighboring communities, particularly Lee Health Coconut Point in Estero, as well as NCH North Naples Hospital and Landmark Hospital of Southwest Florida.
While the overall cost of living of Bonita Springs is comparable to the national average, nursing home care in the city is considerably expensive. The average monthly cost for semiprivate accommodations is $8,730, significantly higher than the U.S. median of $7,756. The higher levels of care provided in nursing homes account for the high costs, covering 24-hour supervision and support by licensed professionals. For seniors who may only need intermittent nursing or are qualified for community-based care, assisted living and home health care are more affordable options.
This guide presents information on the costs of senior care in Bonita Springs and available resources that can support different long-term care arrangements.
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6869 Davis Blvd, Naples, FL 34104
3.5
(2 reviews)
"Gardens at Terracina Health and Rehabilitation was very clean and updated. The rooms that we looked at were very, very good. My wife was in rehab there, so that's one of the reasons we went back. It was very good. Everybody was attentive. Everybody w..."
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3601 Lakewood Blvd , Naples, FL 34112
3.4
(5 reviews)
"I’m very surprised that someone says something negative about this facility I took my brother there and the staff was extremely caring they were consistent and they were able to communicate about all of his needs this is just the best place ever I wo..."
READ MORE900 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Naples, FL 34110
3.3
(9 reviews)
"My husband is in rehab at Solaris HealthCare Imperial. It's been an excellent experience. The staff is very caring, very helpful, and just really terrific. It's beautiful. Excellent upkeep and cleanliness. The food is excellent. I can't say enough ab..."
READ MORE14750 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33912
3.0
(7 reviews)
"The Preserve was very nice. It seemed to be in very nice condition. It was clean and smelled good. They have a small number of apartments, and the bigger apartments that my parents were interested in were occupied. The staff was very nice and informa..."
READ MORE10949 Parnu Street, Naples, FL 34109
2.8
(8 reviews)
"I highly recommend this facility for its service and professionalism. Everything from the food to activities, management staff, therapy, and frontline caregivers deserves 5 stars. It is an older building but very well cared for and maintained. I cann..."
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2629 DEL PRADO BLVD, Cape Coral, FL 33904
2.7
(22 reviews)
"I recently had a loved one here in this facility. I had a few minor concerns that were immediately addressed by the DON and never had any more issues. The administrator was very kind and made himself accessible to talk or to follow up on previous c..."
READ MORE2826 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901
2.6
(3 reviews)
"It has everything my dad needs. Mostly, he just wants companionship, they can administer his medication, they make sure he eats three times a day, and they make sure he gets his medicines on time -- that kind of thing. The staff was nice, and everybo..."
READ MORE13881 Eagle Ridge Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33912
2.6
(3 reviews)
"My mom is staying here. She is in a semi-private room, which is a fine room, very clean and bright. She is recovering from surgery and she has not been feeling very well but they're giving her excellent care. The staff are very helpful and very atten..."
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216 SANTA BARBARA BLVD, Cape Coral, FL 33991
2.6
(25 reviews)
"Great facility. My husband is thriving from the rehab department. Everyone is caring and personal to my husband. They take time and patience with him. Even the food is good. Home cooking ..."
READ MORE3735 Evans Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
2.5
(17 reviews)
"Evans Health Care was very clean and very welcoming. The staff at the reception was very, very nice and very friendly. I was telling her what I was there for, what I was looking for, and to see what availability they had. She went and got her directo..."
READ MORE2310 N Airport Road, Fort Myers, FL 33907
2.4
(22 reviews)
"We've chosen Page Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. So far it's been fine. We just appreciate what they're doing with my husband, and can still have many happy years there. The staff is very good, because of the COVID problem I haven't been able ..."
READ MORE1600 Matthew Drive , Fort Myers, FL 33907
2.1
(7 reviews)
"My mother has been in Heartland for rehab for three weeks now. I think the staff is really slow in responding to the patients and don't give her a chance to get up on her leg. She's got a couple of nasty nurses there. I think it's a nice, clean place..."
READ MORE991 Pondella Road, Fort Myers, FL 33903
2.0
(11 reviews)
"Dad is at Consulate Health Care, and they seem like a pretty nice facility. I visited the facility about four times in the last couple of months. The facility seemed pretty clean to me. Most of the staff seemed pretty good. I know my sister had a pro..."
READ MORE777 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL 34120
2.0
(3 reviews)
"Heritage Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center needed to be cleaned. It was older and needed attention. The staff needs to be more attentive. My mother had a stroke, so using her left hand has not been very good. They had her in the dining room but th..."
READ MORE3250 Winkler Extension, Fort Myers, FL 33916
2.0
(14 reviews)
"The room I was in was very clean. The bathroom was spotless I received 3 very nice meals everyday. I was especially pleased by the quality of the food. They also came by with coffee and tea The physical therapy staff were kind and firm with me...."
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2900 12TH STREET NORTH, Naples, FL 34103
"Naples Health and Rehabilitation Center, located in Naples, FL, offers a variety of care types including skilled nursing care, short-term re..."
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7173 Cypress Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907
"Welcome to Cypress Community Care Center! Fort Myers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 120-bed facility located in Fort Myers, FL, in c..."
READ MORE2776 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901
"Skilled Nursing Facility - Lee Memorial Hospital is located in Fort Myers, FL. It specializes in providing skilled nursing care to its resid..."
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10500 Cypress Cove Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908
"The Lodge At Cypress Cove, located in Fort Myers, FL, is a senior living provider that specializes in skilled nursing care and short-term re..."
READ MORECost comparisons on nursing home care are based on the average monthly costs for semiprivate accommodations. Bonita Springs is almost around $1,000 higher than the national average. Compared to the Florida average, this average cost is just over $60 more.
Despite its above-average cost, Bonita Springs is among the most affordable options for nursing home care in Southwest Florida. The most expensive nearby area is Naples, costing seniors almost $1,700 more per month. Punta Gorda and Sarasota have costs of over $9,100, which is around $400 to $500 more costly than Bonita Springs.
Bonita Springs
$8,730
Florida
$8,669
The United States
$7,756
Naples
$10,391
Punta Gorda
$9,125
Sarasota
$9,186
Private rooms in a nursing care community in Bonita Springs costs $9,566 per month, while semiprivate rooms average $8,730.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
As alternatives to nursing home placement, other senior care options may fit retirees based on their budget and required level of care. Private rooms and semiprivate rooms are the most expensive options. Assisted living and home care have costs within the $4,500 to $4,800 range, nearly half the cost of semiprivate nursing home care. Home health care includes skilled nursing services and is cheaper than nursing home care by almost $4,000. The most affordable option is adult day health care, which may suit those who need short-term clinical support.
Home care
$4,576
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,625
Assisted living
$4,500
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$8,730
Nursing home (private room)
$9,566
Seniors in Bonita Springs may take advantage of the resources below to access appropriate services and programs related to long-term care. Aside from nursing home pre-admission assessments, many of these services are intended to help seniors stay safe and supported at home and to delay institutional placement.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida | (239) 652-6900 | AAASWFL is the designated Aging and Disability Resource Center for Bonita Springs, and its Elder Helpline connects seniors and their caregivers to available local government, nonprofit and private resources. In addition to providing a wide range of home and community-based services, this agency also offers health/wellness and adult abuse prevention/education programs. AAASWFL can assist eligible seniors with enrollment for Florida’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Program and provide free Medicare counseling through the SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program. |
| Lee County Senior Friendship Centers | (239) 275-1881 | Senior Friendship Centers is the lead agency contracted by AAASWFL for Florida’s Community Care for the Elderly program which provides various home and community-based services. Available HCBS programs in Lee County include care management, adult day care, nutrition programs and RELIEF (Respite for Elders Living in Everyday Families). The Friendship at Home program offers telephone reassurance, friendly home visits and supportive intervention to prevent homebound seniors from experiencing social isolation. This agency also administers EHEAP (Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program) for low-income seniors. |
| CARES Fort Myers field office | (850) 921-5554 | Bonita Springs seniors who might require nursing facility level of care should undergo the Comprehensive Assessment and Review for Long-Term Care Services program by the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Registered nurses and/or physicians contracted by the CARES field office at Fort Myers perform clinical assessments on the applicants’ required level of care to determine the medical eligibility for placement in a nursing home or alternative settings such as assisted living facilities. |
| Meals on Wheels of Bonita Springs | (239) 337-1055 | MOW volunteers at Bonita Springs deliver nutritious meals daily to eligible homebound seniors, whether on a permanent or short-term (post-hospitalization, for example) basis. Food and care products for pets may also be delivered for those with animal companions. Meals for weekend consumption are delivered in advance as extra meals on Thursdays and Fridays. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program | (305) 245-7738 | Centro Campesino facilitates the Weatherization Assistance Program which prioritizes low-income Bonita Springs residents who are elderly renters or homeowners. WAP provides free home repairs for improved energy efficiency and reduced utility costs. |
Nursing Homes
Jones3805
5.0
Review of The Terraces at Bonita Springs
The rooms here were all private with nice, big sunny windows. The staff was all friendly and willing to help. There was a happy hour every week with lots of music. The best part about my stay...
Nursing Homes
Smith2145
5.0
Review of The Terraces at Bonita Springs
Clean private rooms with ensuite bathroom. Staff is kind and physical therapist were great! Got me back on my feet quickly. Even the front desk staff was friendly. Best part was my dog could come...
Nursing Homes
Gail.O364
5.0
Review of The Terraces at Bonita Springs
I stayed in the Renaissance for rehab after a recent surgery. The therapy staff is top notch and all of the girls that take care of you were very kind. Also, it was nice to have a private room with...
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