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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Alva, FL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Alva area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Alva. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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We were very pleased with the state of the assisted living home. It was very clean, very well, organized. My brother-in-law had a private room. His care was impeccable. They were very, very friendly an...
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.
Lehigh Acres Place is a pet friendly assisted living community providing personalized assistance with daily task to help maintain independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to...
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I like knowing that my father is doing well at his new home. The apartments are clean and a good atmosphere for him to live in. He does cook his own meals. They try and offer him things to do within the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Heron Pond presents beautiful apartment homes. We offer affordable leasing, one and two bedroom homes in Lehigh Acres, Florida. Our community features a swimming pool, barbeque areas, libraries, computer rooms with internet access, wi-fi, an on-site salon and a fully active social calendar. Let...
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My overall experience has been beyond my expectations. The place is very clean inside and out. The once a week housekeeping service is very good. I don't have to do any floors, bathroom or kitchen cleaning....
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
At Fountain Crest Retirement Community, you get more than an apartment. You get a home. Just outside your front door, you can enjoy one of the six lanai's for socializing or growing your favorite flowers and vegetable plants. You can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy three meals a...
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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: Independent Living
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Alva, FL
The average cost of senior living in Alva is $3,998 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include LaBelle, FL with an average of $2,743 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alva, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alva, FL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alva, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Alva
Recent reviews for independent living in Alva
Seaside at Fort Myers
4.0
I am currently a resident at Seaside at Fort Myers and my experience at this facility has been good. The staff is nice and passionate. The cleanliness and friendliness is good. The care services, value for cost and activities are also good. The food is cold a lot of times. I do eat in my room a ...
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The Opal at Lakes Park in Fort Myers, FL
4.9
The Opal aut Lakes Park has been a wonderful place for my mother-in law. She is getting excellent care. The staff, especially [name removed] is one of The main reasons we chose Opal. It takes special people to work with the elderly: this team does a great job!
Pacifica Senior Living Fort Myers
5.0
We are blessed to have found such a warm welcoming community for mom to now call
her "new: home". The staff is most receptive and accomodating
Alva independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alva independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alva, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alva independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alva partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alva, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alva independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alva communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alva, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alva independent 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 independent living communities in Alva offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alva, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Canterfield of Fort Myers, The Palms of Fort Myers and Atrium at Liberty Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alva, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near Alva, Florida. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Alva, Florida are Canterfield of Fort Myers, The Palms of Fort Myers and Atrium at Liberty Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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