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Assisted living costs in University average about $4,539 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 450 communities in University. Our detailed directory has 9437 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Tampa, St. Petersburg and New Port Richey.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Alto Walden Woods
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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73 reviews
8.9
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73 reviews
5 star
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This facility is absolutely amazing from the staff to the residents. You mist see how beautiful this facility is in person. The management staff is absolutely phenomenal with families and residents..........
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Canopy at Walden Woods is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community featuring the highest standards in dining, activities, and care, offering upscale amenities, Chef-inspired dining, and a myriad of activities promoting physical conditioning and mental wellness.Assisted LivingWhether you...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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33 reviews
8.9
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33 reviews
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The staff is amazing. The receptionist is friendly and professional. The facility is clean and they seem to go the extra mile keeping her room straightened up. The nursing and aides are all very caring....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Make Westminster Palms your choice for active senior living in St. Petersburg, one of Florida’s Gulf Coast gems. Featuring waterfront and city skyline views, our apartments range from studios to 2-bedrooms with dens at a wide range of prices. Westminster Palms is just one block from Tampa Bay and...
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Photo of Vitality Living Baypoint Village
55 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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141 reviews
8.9
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141 reviews
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We have lived here for a little over a year. The facility is comfortable and kept very clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful. There are a variety of activities available if you wish to participate....
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.
As the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care community nestled in a private, wooded setting, Vitality Living Baypoint Village offers a variety of vibrant social and cultural opportunities that engage residents’ minds and bodies. Here at Vitality Living Baypoint Village,...
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Photo of Lake Howard Heights
2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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81 reviews
8.9
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81 reviews
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Very pleased with this facility. After hearing all the disaster reviews of other facilities it was a blessing to find Lake Howard Hts. The staff are ALL friendly and attentive. It is clean, fresh smelling...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Lake Howard Heights is a premier senior living community, located on Lake Howard in beautiful Winter Haven, Florida. We hold high standards in our home for dining, activities, and provided care. Our community has often been described in the Polk County area as upscale, and we are proud to provide...
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Photo of Brookdale Bayshore
77 Photos available
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55 reviews
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Elevators are an issue but fortunately for my dad on 3rd floor there is an extra elevator. The higher floors are a challenge when one goes down. Food hit or miss but ok. Staff have all been great. Facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Do more of what you love.If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our bayfront community in Tampa, Florida, may be the perfect fit for you.  With both Independent Living and Assisted Living, here you have the freedom to experiment with new hobbies, re-ignite your sense of...
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Photo of Elevated Estates Forest Oaks
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.8
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56 reviews
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I love this place and am so happy to have my Mom here. The place is kept super clean, the Workers are amazing and caring and compassionate. They have a lot of activities for the residents and they care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The moment you walk through the doors of Elevated Estates of Forest Oaks, you'll understand why so many families choose to call us home. There is a feeling here that's difficult to describe—but impossible to miss. Warm smiles, genuine laughter, beautiful surroundings, and a team that cares for...
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Photo of Discovery Village Trinity
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19 reviews
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If you are reading through the reviews by residents and their families, you may see my review when I was just welcomed in, wherein I gave glowing remarks and a lengthy description of this facility (Discovery...
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.
Residents of Discovery Village Trinity will enjoy amenities and services that support a carefree, fun-filled lifestyle. Our on-site amenities include lush gardens and nature paths, a movie theater, as well as a beauty salon and barber shop. Services abound, including housekeeping, laundry and dry...
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Photo of PruittPlace Clearwater
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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71 reviews
8.7
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71 reviews
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Staff was excellent as was the care from the aides on her floor. The food was ok but my sister hated it. Everything was clean on our wing but there was one floor and wing that smelled of urine. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
When you’re here, you’re home.Are you looking for a senior living community where you can redefine your independence? At our community in Clearwater, Florida, you can do just that. You’ll have the care you need when you need it all on one campus with Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s and Dementia...
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Photo of Brookdale New Port Richey
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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162 reviews
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I recently visited my mom. I found the staff helpful, cheerful and warm. From what I could see all the people seemed well taken care of. The issue with the food - breakfast is good, lunch is ok and dinner is...
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.
The Best Place to Explore Your Best LifeA new phase of senior life shouldn’t mean leaving behind the quality of life you’re used to. In fact, it should be the opposite, and that’s what our premium community offers, with a wide range of interesting things to do, and a community full of interesting...
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Photo of Discovery Village at WestChase
2525 Photos available
8.7
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9 reviews
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5 for everything. My parents really like the facility. The staff have been wonderful. With the exception of a few dishes, food has been good as well. The main reason we chose Discovery Village at West Chase...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The brand-new Discovery Village At Westchase combines upscale senior living and personalized care, just minutes from Tampa Bay and the diverse entertainment options offered in and around Downtown Tampa.Our community offers resident-focused Assisted Living, complete with superb dining and...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Winter Haven
88 Photos available
8.7
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8 reviews
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The staff is wonderful. Very caring and helpful. I'm not sure about the activities as my mom refuses to join in. The food seems good, but my mom doesn't eat much, and she tells me it's good. The cleanliness...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Salterra Senior Living at Pinellas Park
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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132 reviews
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132 reviews
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The activities are plentiful, however, they seem to be somewhat lacking in variety and engagement for the residents. The deluxe studio is an excellent size for an individual who has cognitive issues or some...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Salterra Senior Living at Pinellas Park was designed specifically for Assisted Living. We have accommodations to be shared, private and one-bedroom. Each room includes a large walk-in closet and motion-detection lights providing safety for your loved one. Lifestyle options include a continuum of...
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Photo of Brookdale Palma Sola
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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56 reviews
8.6
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56 reviews
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They are very good honestly! They are short handed, some extra help would just excel the service. Employees are very nice and friendly to everyone.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Built for Lives Lived WellBrandenton seniors looking for luxury assisted living find it in Palma Sola. Choosing this community as your new home sweet home means trading the cares and worries of home ownership for a life where your biggest chore might be choosing what to do, or who to do it with.A...
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Photo of Arden Courts Tampa, A Memory Care Community
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8.6
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Really like the staff and all of the nurses and Denise and Teresa. They really do understand the state of the minds of the patients and what they are capable off. I would only like to see more encouragement...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas, inviting...
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Photo of Caring Heart Tampa
1010 Photos available
8.6
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21 reviews
8.6
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21 reviews
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This facility is recently renovated with a group of caring employees. My friend is very happy with their care. New owners has done a wonderful job of upgrading the facility in the last couple years. Close to...
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.
Caring Heart Tampa welcomes members to an inviting and homelike atmosphere. With our staff that is resident centered focused. We offer spacious private suites where one can maintain their independence and physical well-being. Members can enjoy an active and social calendar. We are pet friendly...
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Photo of Addington Place of East Lake
1919 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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20 reviews
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20 reviews
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The staff at Addington Place was super nice. They were responsive to follow up questions. The place felt like a good choice for our mom. She has been there for 'just over a month and she really loves it. I...
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.
Comfort, convenience and a serene setting next to a forested preserve make Addington Place of East Lake a little piece of paradise for the lucky residents who call it home. Located just west of Tampa in the upscale neighborhood of East Lake near Lake Tarpon, Addington Place is convenient to the...
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Photo of Regal Palms
1616 Photos available
8.5
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32 reviews
8.5
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A great place. The staff is very friendly and willing to help with anything she needs. The all day, dining room, is also great and gives her a very flexible schedule for meals. Which is great if she goes out...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Step into Regal Palms and take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. We have been a part of the Largo community for many years, delivering a lifestyle of care, value and well-being amidst a beautiful setting. Here you will find a thriving community of residents from all walks...
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I looked for a long time for the correct care facility for my husband. He has been going here for adult daycare and respite now he will be transitioning to full time living. I am at peace because the place...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Compassionate Memory Care & Assisted Living Facility. Welcome to Braybrook Assisted Living, a warm and welcoming assisted-living memory care facility dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care for seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. Our...
Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Spring Hill
77 Photos available
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The staff treat residents with genuine compassion and respect, creating a date warm and family like environment. The community is clean and welcoming. I am so grateful
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Ansley Parke at Oakbridge
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[name removed] is such a blessing at Ansley Parke. Her approachable manner is so enthusiastic, welcoming, compassionate, and professional. Anyone with a loved one at Ansley Parke can be assured that they are...
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.
Full Days. Full Lives. Full Hearts.You deserve the best of what life has to offer, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice the quality of life you want for the safety and security you need, especially as your health changes. At our Lakeland community, you and your loved ones will live with the peace...
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Photo of Barbara's Adult Family Care Home
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[name removed] and her family took wonderful care of my mom! It’s like you have your own private nurse and cook! You get breakfast when you want whatever you want lunch is when you want whenever you want and...
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.
We are an affordable, family oriented Adult Family Care Home, focused on providing high-quality assisted living for you or your loved one. This is a caring home where residents can live in a low stress environment with dignity, and family comforts. Our goal is to keep our residents as...
Photo of Discovery Commons at Bradenton
1111 Photos available
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Discovery Commons is absolutely the best. My father was in [community removed], and we moved him out of there because that place turned into a nightmare. He was so neglected and ended up in the hospital....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Discovery Commons Bradenton community is committed to providing a high quality of life at every stage of the journey, from assisted living to memory care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's. Our staff is dedicated to fundamental concepts that include treating each resident with dignity and...
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We rate The Reserve 5 stars! The staff are very caring and attentive. The facilities and his room are new and very nice and comfortable. The food is very good and is mostly hand prepared in the well...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Photo of Elevated Estates of New Port Richey
99 Photos available
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He has dementia and they are taking very good care of him. They had his room all set up when we brought him in and [name removed] and [name removed] where wonderful in assisting us and answering questions....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
When someone you love is living with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia, finding the right community becomes one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. At Elevated Estates of New Port Richey, memory care isn't just one part of what we do—it's our entire purpose. As the area's only...
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I wasn't in Florida when my sister was in elevated Estates. My only complaint would be that when I would call there wasn't a way to connect to where she was to talk to someone that was caring for her so it...
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.
Our most historic property, The Edwinola, is located in the heart of downtown Dade City. The original building—formerly a hotel—has stood for 116 years and is rich with local heritage. Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining, an active calendar of events, and front-row access to Dade City’s...
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Cost of assisted living in University, FL

The average cost of senior living in University is $4,539 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wesley Chapel, FL with an average of $4,005 per month.

Assisted living costs in University, FL, vs. state and national averages

University, FL
$4,539/mo
$4,892/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in University, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,539/mo
$5,858/mo

Assisted living costs in University, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,087/mo
Studio
$4,332/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,122/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,329/mo

Senior living costs in University vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: University, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversity, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,539/mo$4,892/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$5,858/mo$5,777/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,576/mo$3,625/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
University, FL:$4,539/mo
Florida:$4,892/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
University, FL:$5,858/mo
Florida:$5,777/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
University, FL:$3,576/mo
Florida:$3,625/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in University, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in University and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

University, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in University, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in University have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
University, FL$4,228/mo$4,158/mo+1.7%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
University, FL
2024 average cost:$4,228/mo
2023 average cost:$4,158/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in University, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in University.

What families are saying about assisted living in University

Recent reviews for assisted living in University

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Westminster Suncoast, a CCRC in Saint Petersburg, FL

4.9
Friendliness is one of their most outstanding features. Little bobbles and bumps happen, but all in all, Mom's been very pleased with them. She's getting ready to switch from assisted living to independent living, and she wanted to stay at Westminster Suncoast. One challenge that for some ...
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Lighthouse Senior Living at South Tampa

5.0
My mother has been a resident at Angels Senior living in South Tampa since September 2016. During that time she has received the finest loving care I could ever have imagined. I am here nearly every day and have been grateful for so many gestures of attention that went beyond merely "doing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Sodalis Tampa, the staff members are described as friendly and attentive, going above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcome and comfortable. At Tampa Gardens Senior Living, the staf ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Communities offer a diverse selection of activities for residents, based on their interests. At Legacy at Highwoods Preserve, there are activities such as bingo, chair aerobics, musical performances, and happy hours. Residents at Bamboo Villas Assisted Living Facility enjoy outings to nearby ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. At Renaissance of North Tampa, the facility is described as beautifully maintained, with contemporary decor and a modern appearance. At Angels Senior Living At New Tampa LLC, the grounds are peaceful and attractive, ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Charter at Terra Bella, the food is described as delicious and fresh, with a variety of options available. At Sodalis Tampa, meals are customized to meet dietary restrictions and ...
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Genuine care and attention to residents' needs. Communities prioritize the care and well-being of their residents, providing individualized attention and accommodations. At The Colonnade at Carrollwood, the staff encourages residents to participate in activities, but understands that some may prefer to stay in their rooms. At The Colonnade ...
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Accessible and communicative staff. Staff members are available and willing to engage with families and loved ones, keeping them informed about their loved ones' care and well-being. At Legacy at Highwoods Preserve, the staff holds regular meetings with families, both in person and virtually, to discuss residents' progress and a ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

University review score based on 1,930 family reviews

8.2
Review score450 facilities1930 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1930 reviews of 450 University assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The University 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

University review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
University, FL450 facilities
8.2
St. Petersburg, FL465 facilities
8.3
Wesley Chapel, FL449 facilities

Review subcategories for University 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 1,930 reviews of 450 University assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare University 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.
University, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
3.4
Care services
3.2
3.1
Staff
3.4
3.3
Meals & dining
3.1
3.0
Activities
3.1
3.0
Value for cost*
3.2
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

University assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University, 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 University 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 University that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
University, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.7%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.8%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.9%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.2%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in University 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 University Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
University, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.3%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University 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 University partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.7%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
38.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.3%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in University 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 University communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
University, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18%
18.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in University 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 University offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
University, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.6%
39.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.1%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in University

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in University protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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