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Photo of Five Star Premier Residences of Boca Raton
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I picked this community because it is close to where his grandson lives, and that it had almost everything my dad was looking for.I would say dad is very happy. I would also say that my dad feels very lucky...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Are you ready to embrace a whole new level of independence? Premier Residences in Boca Raton is the community where you'll find The Vital Elements that are important to living life to the fullest: Home, Wellness, Connection and Vitality.Enjoy the comforts of home complemented by the services of a...
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I was able to secure a spot for my loved one at this new community. The community was very accommodating on making sure he was comfortable on the first floor, and they even allowed him to eat out on the...
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.
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The staff is wonderful. The community is very clean. The staff really makes the place great. The do have a lot of activities available for the residents to participate in. We do pay a pretty good price for...
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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My husband is doing fine here. So far I don't have any complaints in regards to the community or the staff. He is being well taken care of. The food is fine he is eating. The staff is fine very professional...
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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Sonata Delray Beach is a clean place, very friendly staff, they really care about residents. The food that they serve is very good. My sister looks forward to bingo and exercise class. I wish it wasn't so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Sonata Delray Beach offers personalized assisted living and Alzheimer's and dementia care options for seniors in Delray Beach, Florida. Our community is located nearby historic downtown Delray Beach, which was recently awarded 'Best of the Road—Most Fun Small Town in America' by USA...
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My mother now lives at Vizcaya..... It looks like abeach resort. Just a walk across the street to beautiful beach access. Open sunny courtyard with tons of palms. Really pretty. I was amazed by the...
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.
Vizcaya by the Sea is a large assisted living facility that also offers optional nursing care. We are located in sunny Pompano Beach, FL right across the street from the Atlantic Ocean. Sea breezes cool and refresh our lushly landscaped outdoor common areas in a gorgeous tropical setting. We...
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Our experience with Atlantic Shores has been very good so far. I feel that the community is great for my loved one. I like that it's not too big, not too small and that they don't have a lot of extra things...
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.
Atlantic Shores Retirement Residence is an assisted living community situated in the beautiful city of Pompano Beach, FL. Located just north of Fort Lauderdale along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, this vibrant city is well-known for its beautiful beachfront and charming historic district....
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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.
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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.
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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.
All locations are beautiful renovated buildings with amenities and with our dedicated concierge service where residents will have open access to dozens of discounted senior services for day to day needs. This is 100% independent living with no medical/memory or dining room services...
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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.
New, affordable, luxury living option!Live like The Golden Girls! UpsideHoM is the only fully managed, shared living option for active, independent seniors. Live in a beautiful 2 or 3 bedroom shared apartment in the heart of South FL in a vibrant, lively and amenity-rich apartment community....
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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.
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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: 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: 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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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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.
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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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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: 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.
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I had my dad over there for about 2 years. The facility and staff took excellent care of my dad during his end days. They were very caring and genuine during his stay there for him. I know that the building...
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.
Willow Bay at Deerfield BeachWillow Bay is a resort-themed assisted living community located close to the sunny coastline of Florida. We create an idyllic life for our residents, inspired by the warm sands of Florida, by combining personalized services with a high level of social interaction...
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, 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.

What families are saying about independent living in Boca Raton

Recent reviews for independent living in Boca Raton

Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace in Lauderhill, FL

4.0
We chose Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace because I thought they had more to offer and it looked a lot cleaner. I just thought it would be a better fit for my mom compared to others we saw and it has turned out to be so. Mom has a studio and it works well for what she needs.

Banyan Place in Boca Raton, FL

5.0
We're very pleased with how things have turned out at Banyan Place! The facility itself is nice looking, clean, and very well kept. The staff is friendly and professional, and the owner was easy to work with a big help throughout the whole process! It's been a bit of an adjustment for our loved ...
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Barrington Terrace in Boynton Beach, FL

4.8
Friendly staff, beautiful, peaceful surroundings and great food. My Mom feels at home here and it is a pleasure to visit. We are very happy and I feel confident that my Mom is being well taken care of.

Cost of independent living in Boca Raton, FL

The average cost of senior living in Boca Raton is 3921.36 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oakland Park, FL with an average of 3732.44 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boca Raton, FL vs. nearby cities

Boca Raton, FL
$3,921/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boca Raton, FL vs. the state and national average

Boca Raton, FL
$3,921/mo
$3,912/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boca Raton vs. other types of senior living

$4,203/mo
Independent Living
$3,921/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Boca Raton, FL by room type

$3,711/mo
$4,516/mo
$4,601/mo
$5,748/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Boca Raton over time

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

Research services for seniors in Boca Raton, FL

In Boca Raton, Florida, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Boca Raton, Florida is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands, but there are a few public transit options available as well. Palm Tran operates six bus routes and one rail line in Boca Raton, and seniors may receive fare discounts. Boca Raton has some biking infrastructure, which is centered mostly around the Florida Atlantic University campus. Boca Raton’s walkability varies by neighborhood and overall is somewhat walkable.

Boca Raton offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Boca Raton Regional Hospital and West Boca Medical Center.

Boca Raton, affectionately known to locals as "Boca," is legendary for its beaches, golf courses and five-star hotels. Radiating out from the upscale shops of the Boca Raton mall at the town's center are numerous art museums and galleries, jazz clubs, and the premier Boca Raton Resort and Club. Residents love to catch concerts at Mizner Park and can indulge in an evening of fine dining at one of the area's many incredible restaurants.

What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
Complete guide to independent living
How to Choose an Independent Living Community: 10 Key Considerations
An Active, Engaging Retirement: Top 5 Benefits of Independent Senior Living Communities
Are You Ready for Independent Living? Ask Yourself These 14 Questions

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Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise, Grand Villa of Boynton Beach and Barrington Terrace are the top rated independent living facilities near Boca Raton, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 67 independent living facilities near Boca Raton, Florida. See the full list.

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