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The cost of independent living in Miami Dade County is about $3,660 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 217 options. Read 1828 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Grand Living at Coral Gables
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Our mother moved into The Watermark when she relocated to the area to be closer to her family and she is very happy she did. The facility and living environment is very nice, but it is the wonderful and...
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 Watermark at Coral Cables - NOW OPENFeaturing Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, this is a different kind of senior living community–in celebrated Coral Gables, Florida (20 minutes from downtown Miami and 25 minutes from South Beach). Playful Mediterranean Revival...
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9.0
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The staff are all really helpful and great. You haven't lived if you haven't played bingo with [name removed]. It was a great place for my father. I think they have a new chef now so the food is a little...
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.
Welcome to resort-style living! Our eight-story building is in an unbeatable location, near many attractions and resources and just five miles from the beach. Offering Aventura Assisted Living and Memory Care services, our dedicated staff here at The Sterling Aventura would like to welcome you...
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88 Photos available
8.7
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11 reviews
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Staff are very friendly and competent. Housekeeping service is provided once per week (independent living). Communication is excellent with the family. Move in process was very smooth. Meals are good quality...
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.
Hazel Cypen Tower offers personalized living options for those residents who need assistance with activities of daily living. Located in a park-like, 20-acre gated campus, this community offers a gracious lifestyle near Miami's Design District. Choosing an assisted living community means being...
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8 reviews
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Overall, the staff are respectful. The administration is very responsive and update me on my loved one's status, if necessary. The common areas are overall clean. From what my loved one tells me, the food is...
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.
Courtyard Plaza is a hidden gem boutique Assisted and Retirement Community. We pride ourselves on a very intimate family atmosphere with a bend over backwards policy like no other in Miami. Our rates are all inclusive and extremely competitive and we always strive to accommodate you and your...
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Staff is very helpful and friendly. [name removed[ is vegetarian and sometimes has problems with lack of food choices. We like it here but I hope costs do not go up.
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.
Located in the center of one of Miami’s most vibrant communities, Mirabelle is setting a new standard for senior living. From luxury independent living to specialized dementia care, our lifestyle options offer the personalized attention and peace of mind that make all the difference. You’ll find...
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The staff is very caring and friendly to my aunt. She loves the food. It's great for a Latin resident, as the food and environment is very Latin. The place is always clean, and there is plenty of parking...
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.
Coral Terrace ALF is an assisted living retirement home located in Miami, Florida featured on acres of landscaped gardens and lawns. We proudly offer a safe environment and loving care to provide our residents with the independent lifestyle they desire but with the care that they need. Every...
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Wonderful place, the people there are very active! It’s nice to see a place where care is at the center of what they do. This place has been here for a long time and I see why. Your loved one will be in...
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.
As an assisted living residence, Williamsburg Landing is committed to offering the full continuum of care. Our assisted living programs are designed for residents who cannot live independently, yet do not require skilled nursing care. Our dedicated staff provides assistance with daily activities...
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I feel extremely blessed to have found such an amazing , professional , caring Assisting Living at Seaside. Their love and care for the residents it’s exceptional . They make them feel at home and they take...
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.
Our boutique style assisted living community opened in January 2022 and is able to offer services to 90 residents. Our combined staff offer over 100 years in experience in senior care. We are a compassionate and growing organization with a focus on serving more seniors within the state of...
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The place is wonderful with a caring staff that truly love what they do. It was so refreshing to finally have my Mother in a truly caring facility. I have not seen her truly happy and content in a very long...
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 Peninsula Assisted Living Community offers assisted living and secured memory and Alzheimer's care services in Hollywood, Florida. Licensed for 200 residents, The Peninsula is full of vibrant activity while also offering a warm and comfortable feel. The residence offers affordable assisted...
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33 Floor plans available
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Things that stuck out about Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise - Not as expensive as other facilities but is just as nice. Staff is friendly. Place is very clean. Staff have been terrific! There are not...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise provides excellent assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Our ideal location among many quality shopping centers and restaurants creates a wonderful setting for seniors to enjoy retirement life.Our intimate community is an...
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Photo of Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood
2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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9.5
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My mother recently moved into Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the very start, the staff was incredibly supportive and responsive, always...
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.
Five Star Premier Residences of Hollywood is a full-service senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami in Hollywood, Florida, and on a beautiful, gated 22-acre campus with serene lakes and sparkling fountains...
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the staff at Meridian at Waterways allowed our loved one to adjust and were kind. Our loved one has gotten seriously injured and not there currently. We would recommend this community to other families who's...
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 Meridian at Waterways redefines senior living. Our community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida delivers a distinctive lifestyle experience, from spacious, well-designed apartment homes with convenient features to delicious dining, spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway and daily activity...
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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The staff feels like family to us. When it comes to the activities, there are always multiple daily activities and entertainment on Saturdays. Throughout the year various activities were performed by ...
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.
The Bridge at Inverrary in Lauderhill, Florida, is a beautiful assisted living community offering an ideal retirement for active seniors.With resort-style services and amenities set in an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere, residents are proud to call The Bridge home. Associates of The Bridge...
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Park Summit has an excellent director, dining, excercise, and maintenance staff. Everyone seems to love it here. We even created our own we love Park Summit shirts. We could not be happier we came here.
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.
Park Summit is a premier continuing care rental retirement community, offering independent living and assisted living. We are located approximately 20 miles northwest of Fort Lauderdale, in the city of Coral Springs, on seven beautifully-landscaped acres. We are conveniently located a short...
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I moved my good friend into Independence Hall about 8 months ago and have been very pleased with the entire experience. I looked into at least 5 other communities in the area that were highly rated but when...
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.
Independence Hall is licensed as both an independent and assisted living facility, and is located in Wilton Manors, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Our residents enjoy the gardens and gazebos on our property, and like feeling part of Independence Hall and the surrounding community. We have a...
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Living at Presidential Place has been great for my loved one. She raves about the food. They are always willing to go above and beyond to make sure she is happy. I highly recommend! Keep up the good work!
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.
Once you enter Presidential Place you will find a warm, home like atmosphere with friendly faces and supportive staff. Presidential Place offers spacious apartments with seven different floor plans to choose from. We offer a diverse and enriching activity program. Our staff is here to serve your...
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Overall it has been a wonderful experience having my mom there. She loves it there. Based on the experience we have had with HarborChase we would recommend this community to other families who may need 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.
Welcome to HarborChase of Coral Springs! Our assisted living community is located near the wonderful shops on University Drive and the Coral Springs Medical Center. We even offer our very own 'Mainstreet', a warm and welcoming gathering place where you'll find a beauty shop, post office, wellness...
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All has been fine. Hard to comment in details since I am not there. The van that takes them places has been broken for some time. And there is some issue with the pool as well. My dad still had a car and he...
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.
This is the former historic Jackie Gleason Hotel Overlooking his golf course. Two bedroom apartments are over 1,700 square feet. One bedroom apartments are 1,000 square feet, and a studio is approximately 700 square feet This community has an interesting history with some original pieces from...
Photo of Waterside Landing
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The staff treats my mom very nice. She is happy at waterside landing. The place is clean and she likes most of the food. It took her a while to get used to it but she likes it now. I really don’t know what...
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.
Building an Exceptional LifeWe are an assisted living and independent living community for seniors where you can find a wonderful retirement lifestyle that lets you trade the hassle and stress of living at home for comfort and relaxation surrounded by other seniors just like you.Our intimate...
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66 Floor plans available
8.8
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Overall, the community is nice, the employees go out of their way to make you feel at home. I do not care at all for how the dining room is run. When my mother moved in and went to the dining room for 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.
Upscale elegance meets country club atmosphere at Five Star Premier Residences of Plantation, a vibrant Independent Living and Assisted Living community located just outside of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Here, fun and friends are never far off. Enjoy gorgeous lakefront views from your screened-in...
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The staff is very caring, I feel he has received excellent care, they are always cleaning, and for the care and amenities I feel the price is a fair price. I have several friends with family in this...
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 Preserve at Palm-Aire provides the highest quality of geriatric care, assisted and independent living in the Pompano Beach, Florida area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and...
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8.8
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30 reviews
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My husband and I are currently residents at Belmont Village Fort Lauderdale and most everything has been great for us here, so far. Overall, it has been a great experience. The care here is excellent. I...
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.
AT BELMONT VILLAGE, YOU WILL FIND THE PERFECT BLEND OF COMFORT, CARE AND ACTIVE LIVING. THE HIGH-RISE COMMUNITY IS NESTLED IN THE HEART OF FT. LAUDERDALE, SURROUNDED BY PREMIER DINING, SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT. WE ARE ONE BLOCK FROM THE BEACH AND HUGH TAYLOR BIRCH PARK.BELMONT OFFERS...
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99 Photos available
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8.7
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196 reviews
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196 reviews
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We find strangers become friends when you are friendly and make an effort to remember names. Activities are posted in a monthly calendar. Movies, classes, lectures, arts and crafts, etc. Lots of...
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.
Discover Luxury Senior Living Escape to Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace. Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Escape the ordinary. Discover affordable luxury senior living at Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace. Here you can immerse yourself in an exclusive lifestyle reserved for...
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I would definitely recommend to others. The staff is very helpful and polite. The food was very good. The overall service was great. They kept in contact with me to give me updates.
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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Photo of The Palms at Plantation
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The Palms at Plantation is a new facility. It’s a beautiful place. The interior allows in lots of sunlight and is covered in light colors that remind me of hotels close to the beach. It was the right size...
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 Palms at Plantation is a unique boutique style community that truly makes it different and delightful. Built on the site of a former plant nursery, it’s fitting that care, growth and nurturing are in our very soil. And our ideal location just 20 minutes west of the beautiful beaches of Ft....
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Cost of independent living in Miami Dade County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Miami Dade County is $3,660 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Miami, FL with an average of $3,611 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Miami Dade County, FL vs. nearby counties

Miami Dade County, FL
$3,660/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Miami Dade County, FL vs. the state and national average

Miami Dade County, FL
$3,660/mo
$3,966/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Miami Dade County vs. other types of senior living

$3,917/mo
Independent Living
$3,660/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Miami Dade County, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,687/mo
Studio
$4,864/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,107/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,140/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,323/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Miami Dade County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Miami Dade County

Recent reviews for independent living in Miami Dade County

Pacifica Senior Living Forest Trace in Lauderhill, FL

4.6
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.

Courtyard Plaza ALF in North Miami, FL

5.0
We have had no complaints at all. They always send me pictures of her doing activities and they say she is very active. The staff are very good communication, they are always updating me and sending pictures of different things. I would recommend Courtyard Plaza and already have.

Cutler Bay Village in Miami, FL

5.0
During our loved ones stay of [dates removed] we were very happy with our experience. The owner [name removed] was very thorough and detailed with things they do and how things are ran. During the covid spikes and lockdowns he was very honest and straight forward with the families. This ...
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Miami Dade County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Miami Dade County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Miami Dade County, 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 Miami Dade County 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 Miami Dade County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Miami Dade County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.7%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.7%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Miami Dade County 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 Miami Dade County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Miami Dade County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.6%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.9%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
17.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Miami Dade County 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 Miami Dade County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Miami Dade County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
24.4%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.1%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.8%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.1%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
24%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
16.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.3%
45.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Williamsburg Landing, Seaside at Hallandale Beach Senior Living and The Peninsula Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Miami Dade County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 217 independent living facilities near Miami Dade County, Florida. See the full list.

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