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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sanford, FL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Sanford, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Sanford or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Sanford.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Sanford for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 35 assisted living facilities in the Sanford area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Orange, North Orange and Lake Formosa.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Greg runs the business end of Lanyard Manor, and there were a few instances where we felt it wasn't appropriate for "business" to be the most important aspect of this home. We felt it was very inappropriate.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The title says it all, Sweet Home At Last is a residential assisted living home. Our beautiful community is located right in Deltona, FL. With so many elderly relocating to Florida for retirement, some need a little more personal assistance. It is a very stressful task finding that perfect...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The title says it all, Sweet Home At Last is a residential assisted living home. Our beautiful community is located right in Deltona, FL. With so many elderly relocating to Florida for retirement, some need a little more personal assistance. It is a very stressful task finding that perfect...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Marriott's Village Oaks at Tuskawilla offers assisted living for seniors in a warm and comfortable environment without being formal. A single story design makes it easier for residents to navigate and find their way. At Village Oaks, we have created Companion Living® to encourage our seniors to...
Cost of assisted living in Sanford, FL
The average cost of senior living in Sanford is $3,973 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Samsula-Spruce Creek, FL with an average of $3,772 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sanford, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sanford, FL vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sanford, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Sanford
Recent reviews for assisted living in Sanford
Woodland Towers in DeLand, FL
5.0
I would say it's a great place .. actually the best place for senior living. [name removed] always went above and beyond for the residents. Amazing woman.
Gentry Park in Orlando, FL
5.0
I would have to say they are top notch. They truly care about the residents and families. I love that they post activities on Facebook and if you can't get there they will send you pictures. My Mom has really turned the corner since she got there. It took her about a month to adjust. The ...
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Encore at Avalon Park in Orlando, FL
5.0
Living in Puerto Rico, it was important to me and my siblings to find a place that would provide the best care for my mother. Having her live at Encore has provided me with peace of mind while living overseas that mom is well-taken care.
Sanford review score based on 179 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 179 reviews of 31 Sanford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sanford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Sanford assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 179 reviews of 31 Sanford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sanford resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Sanford, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Sanford assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sanford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sanford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Sanford assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Sanford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.8%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.2%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.2%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.9%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sanford assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Sanford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.9%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.8%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sanford assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Sanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sanford assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Sanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
30.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sanford assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Sanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.2%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.2%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sanford
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sanford protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cascade Heights, Lexington Place and Grand Villa of DeLand are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sanford, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 35 assisted living facilities near Sanford, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sanford, Florida are Cascade Heights, Lexington Place and Grand Villa of DeLand. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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