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Top 73 Nursing Homes near Tampa, FL

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Tampa nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Tampa, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Tampa or another care type is right for you. Browse 73 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Tampa.

We are also serving Nursing Homes facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bayshore, University Square and Tampa Palms.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Temple Terrace, Palm River-Clair Mel or Oldsmar.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Tampa, FL

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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.

The Crossings at Riverview
5.0

This is a very warm and inviting community. It is a small community so it feels like a wonderful small community where everyone knows each other and the staff greet the residents in the hallway. The ground are beautifully kept and I feel like my loved one will be happy, healthy and safe here. I knew right away when we walked in that this was the place for our mom. The staff are also very consistent and the same care partners care for my mother everyday instead of always someone new like past communities. This was big for her.

Inspired Living at Tampa
3.8

They've been very helpful in guiding us through the process. Whenever I reach out to them, they're responsive - somebody always gets back to me. I think the care is good. They offer a lot of activities. The cost seems about average and was as we expected it to be. For a memory center with dementia patients, I would like to see more interaction and communication with the residents. The staff are mostly Spanish speaking, which hinders that a little bit. There are also undetermined price increases every year - just something to be aware of.

Sodalis Tampa

2626 West Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33618

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sodalis Tampa is a single-story community located on 6 acres of beautifully landscaped land with opened courtyards and is adjacent to one of Tampa's wetland and conservation areas.This community offers affordable luxury and is just moments from the abundant conveniences of the Greater...

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Beauty Salon
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4.2(60 reviews)

It's very good value for the money. We picked this location because of the close proximity, and the value for the level of cost. It's a good place. The staff is very considerate. it's clean and well...

Arbor Terrace Citrus Park

13810 Sheldon Road, Tampa, FL 33626

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Arbor Terrace Citrus Park offers a new look in Senior Living with its unique campus approach. Our stand alone Independent Living allows you to live the lifestyle you want while providing you the environment you need to continue to do what you love. However active you want to stay and however...

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Beauty Salon
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4.1(52 reviews)

I would call them professional, organized, and friendly. The care has been solid. And the facility is in reasonably good shape as well.

Promise Pointe at Tampa Oaks

12110 Morris Bridge Rd, Temple Terrace, FL 33637

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Promise Pointe at Tampa Oaks is a fusion of cutting-edge expertise in assisted living and memory care, high-end hospitality and a sincere commitment to enriching the lives of the individuals that we serve. We are located in a prime location - convenient for visitation purposes, close to many...

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Beauty Salon
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4.3(32 reviews)

The staff is excellent in treatment of us. The people are very contented and happy to talk with each other. The entertainment is well thought out and provide ways to meet and greet. Games are pleasant,...

Renaissance North Tampa

16001 Lakeshore Villa Dr, Tampa, FL 33613

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all Greenbrier Senior Living communities

Renaissance is an upscale senior living community in Tampa, Florida.Renaissance has been renovated with an upscale, modern feel and offers a continuum of care without expensive buy-ins. This multi-million-dollar renovation brings a renewed vibe and reawakened energy to the community.

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Beauty Salon
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4.2(68 reviews)

I'm so glad my mom is here at this facility. It's always clean and always smells nice. There's a handful of staff members who know me by name and give me updates on my loved one. Communication with the...

Tampa Gardens Senior Living

16702 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33618

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located just minutes from community hospitals and one mile south of Van Dyke Road on Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa Gardens Senior Living is nestled on the northwest edge of the city, just south of the farmlands of Pasco County. We pride ourselves in our continuity of care provided by experienced...

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Beauty Salon
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4.1(71 reviews)

The staff worked very hard to fulfill all of our requests. They take very good, personalized care of my mom. The décor is beautiful, especially in the common areas which they just redecorated. They could...

The Colonnade at Carrollwood

13550 South Village Drive, Tampa, FL 33618

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Build Your Best LifeYou’ll find that our Tampa area community is built from the ground up for one thing: you. Each of our spaces, from your personalizable apartment to our large, carefully decorated community living room, is built to maximize that home sweet home feeling. We are located in the...

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Beauty Salon
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4.1(34 reviews)

We needed to find an ALF for my sister. This was new to her, not having complete independence as was the experience for me of finding and going through the move-in process. We've been there for over 2...

Atrium Gardens Assisted Living

1513 West Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, FL 33612

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care

Atrium Gardens is a stand alone community, family owned and operated, dedicated to memory care. Offering an all inclusive, first class service for elders with long or short term care. We understand the challenges you face caring for a loved one experiencing memory loss - and the need for a...

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Beauty Salon
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4.3(18 reviews)

Atrium Gardens is a family owned facility that takes up strong ties to their patients and keeps their patients' needs in mind. I think they do the best they can to keep their residents engaged. Décor in...

Inspired Living at Tampa

5130 Kelly Road, Tampa, FL 33615

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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Located a mile west of Veterans Expressway off Hillsborough Avenue, Inspired Living at Tampa provides personalized care with assisted living services specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other memory impairments. Residents are truly at the center of their care,...

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Beauty Salon
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4.4(26 reviews)

We are pleased with the accommodations and services at Inspired Living. They treat my in-laws respectfully, and my in-laws feel safe and cared for.

The Colonnade at Northdale

3401 West Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL 33618

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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This is the luxurious senior lifestyle you’ve been looking for.Our Tampa community offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services to exceptional seniors. One visit, and you’ll see the difference before you even walk through our front doors, with our landscaped exterior befitting a...

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Beauty Salon
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4.2(49 reviews)

Courteous staff. My friend has aggravated a couple of of the staff at first, but then everyone including him calmed down, and things are smooth now. They actually like him. He can be a little gruff, but...

American House Lutz

414 Chapman Rd E, Lutz, FL 33549

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Situated on five acres, surrounded by trees, ponds and native wildlife, American Hoyse Lutz is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom...

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Beauty Salon
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4.1(53 reviews)

The location is perfect and beautiful. The staff is caring and friendly. Everything is available in house for specialized care such as podiatry, dermatology etc. The entire staff does an outstanding job!!!

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Tessera of Brandon

1320 Oakfield Drive, Brandon, FL 33511

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Tessera Brandon was just awarded Tampa Bay Times Best of the Best Assisted Living Community for a five county area for the third year running so know you are choosing the best place to reside!Tessera Brandon has 87 assisted living apartments for seniors who need minimal assistance and seek an...

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Beauty Salon
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4.5(6 reviews)

Nice place, but it took them way too long to start helping my mom with her care. There were some health scares with swollen feet, etc, that remained unnoticed. That should have been addressed immediately....

The Meridian at Brandon

9215 Causeway Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Supportive Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care The Meridian at Brandon is embracing a resort style living as our community was designed like a boutique hotel. A grand, two-story atrium, offering accommodations for exciting activities or events. Offering restaurant-Style dining by...

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Beauty Salon
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4.8(4 reviews)

My loved one really likes the food. They have a lot of activities. We are trying to get my loved one more invloved. It's pricey but it's worth it. We picked this community, because of the staff, location,...

Superior Residences of Brandon

1819 Providence Ridge Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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Superior Residences of Brandon Memory CareCaring for a loved one living with memory loss can be overwhelming — physically, emotionally and mentally. By reaching out for help, it’s common to feel a sense of guilt or doubt. When you can no longer manage alone, it can be comforting to discover a...

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Beauty Salon
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4.3(8 reviews)

I have been very happy having mom here. The area out in the lobby is perfect for sharing time and lunch with her. Mom is happy and well cared for. Her hair/nails and body stay clean and the staff do a...

Brookdale Bayshore

4902 Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33611

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
3.8(30 reviews)

The community has a schedule of activities for the residents. The common areas are very clean. We would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. In fact we would live there if we could.

Discovery Village at WestChase

11330 Country Way Blvd, Tampa, FL 33626

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Beauty Salon
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5.0(5 reviews)

I love living here! The staff is great! Lots of things to do. Food is good. Building is 18 months old.

Angels Senior Living At New Tampa LLC

14712 N 42nd St, Tampa, FL 33613

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Angels Senior Living in New Tampa is an 80 bed assisted living and memory care community. We have 24 secured memory care apartments, 8 extended care apartments, and 48 apartments for assisted living/independent residents. Our memory care was designed in conjunction with representatives from USF...

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Beauty Salon
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2.7(13 reviews)

The community is really nice and all of the staff members have been super friendly. Anytime we have questions they always have answers for us, they have just been very helpful.

The Estate At Hyde Park

2301 West Palm Drive, Tampa, FL 33629

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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At The Estate At Hyde Park, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care, every aspect of the...

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Beauty Salon
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4.2(13 reviews)

From what I see it seems to be clean, the staff are good, they are nice to my parents, which is very important. We are able to have virtual visits with our loved ones. It is a good location, airy, and...

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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For nearly 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,...

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Beauty Salon
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4.8(6 reviews)

These people genuinely care; they are very, very interested in helping my father get settled and that he is well attended to. I continue to be impressed; the longer we are here, the more impressed I am.

Angels Senior Living at Palma Ceia

3720 W Bay To Bay Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33629

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
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A memory care focused community with all the comforts of home Angels Senior Living at Palma Ceia specializes in providing exceptional memory care for its residents in a setting that truly feels like home. Each and every Angels Senior Living Palma Ceia team member receives Level I and Level II...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.1(8 reviews)

They've been great. Don't hesitate to put your loved one here. The people I deal with the most have been wonderful. Not only are they concerned about his safety and quality of life, but they're concerned...

Best Care Senior Living at Saint Joseph

4406 Melton Ave, Tampa, FL 33614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Heritage is a luxury assisted living community located in Tampa, FL. The city of Tampa is in Hillsborough County and home to about 348,000 people. It's a bustling city with top sports, great shopping, relaxing beaches and tranquil breezes. Residents can enjoy a wide assortment of activities...

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3.0(3 reviews)

My brother has been in this facility for 15 years, the staff is kind and friendly. The administration is always available when I need to speak to them and solves the issues in a timely manner. my brother is...

Angels Senior Living at South Tampa

3330 S MacDill Ave, Tampa, FL 33629

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Enhanced Independent Living and Assisted Living Not just bricks and mortar, far more than just food, shelter, and traditional senior activities, residents are encouraged to be socially involved and active. Our aim is to enhance independence while providing a strong, yet largely invisible, needs...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.3(10 reviews)

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...

Colonial at Tampa

11722 N 17th Street, Tampa, FL 33612

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Colonial Assisted Living at TampaColonial Assisted Living at Tampa is an assisted living community situated in the sunny region of Tampa, Florida. The lovely community belongs to a city that has been one of the most popular places for families and seniors to live for years. With year round...

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Beauty Salon
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3.6(10 reviews)

I love all the new property updates interior and exterior.staff is very professional. They make you feal welcomed and at home are are very helpful .

Senior Point Assisted Living Facility

2940 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, FL 33614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Our modern 33,000 square foot assisted living residence is currently under construction near the corner of Hillsborough Avenue and Habana Avenue in Tampa. We’re excited to provide affordable and superior care for the senior residents of Hillsborough county. Our goal is to ensure that your family...

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Beauty Salon
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3.0(2 reviews)

opened in 2018 but is still about half of capacity (about 40 out of 90) Still Very new looking, clean and secure. All smells were good. Memory care is upstairs and much more appealing than the downstairs...

Legacy at Highwoods Preserve

18600 Highwoods Preserve Pkwy, Tampa, FL 33647

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Alta Senior Living communities

Legacy at Highwoods Preserve is an assisted living community located in Tampa, Florida which is in Hillsborough County. The environment of this community is that of a luxurious resort. Residents will always have a variety of things that they can choose to participate in every day. From emotional...

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Beauty Salon
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4.3(25 reviews)

We chose Legacy of Highwoods Preserve mostly due to the facilities proximity to me. So far we have had excellent care, staff are friendly, there is a nurse on premise, great activities, and it is very...

Discovery Village at Tampa Palms

17470 Brookside Trace Ct, Tampa, FL 33647

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Welcome to Discovery Village At Tampa Palms, a world-class senior living community in Tampa, Florida that is elevating senior living to a new standard.Our stylish community offers three distinct lifestyle options, starting with supervised independent living, and progressing to assisted living and...

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Costs of nursing homes in the Tampa area

Regardless of where you’re looking, nursing home or skilled nursing care is considerably more expensive than any other type of senior care. This is because skilled nursing units provide a high level of medical care, just below the kind of care you would get in a hospital. Care, not rent, is usually the most expensive part of the monthly fees for skilled nursing homes or units.

The average total cost of a private room and care in a Tampa skilled nursing home in 2021 was $9,885 a month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This is twice as much as the monthly room and care costs for assisted living communities in Tampa, at $3,711, or Tampa memory care communities, at $3,793, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01]

Tampa’s senior living costs are slightly below the national average for every senior care type except for skilled nursing care. This is in part because Florida skilled nursing homes or units have the lowest resident-to-nurse ratio in the country and offer some of the highest quality care as a result.

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How people pay for nursing home care in Tampa, Florida

Most families use a mix of private funds and public assistance to pay for their nursing home or skilled nursing services. Medicaid and Medicare can both be used to cover some skilled nursing care services. Veterans benefits may also be used to cover skilled nursing care costs. Planning how you will pay for nursing home or skilled nursing care is key to avoiding additional stress. Read on to explore how to use private and public funds to pay for your Tampa senior living and care.

Private pay methods in Tampa, Florida

Private funds include anything from savings accounts to investments, real estate equity, and life and long-term care insurance. Some individuals cash out their life insurance policies or use their long-term care insurance to help cover long-term care costs. But policies differ, so it’s a good idea to consult your policy provider or an elder care attorney to see what your policy will cover, especially if you want to also use Medicaid or Medicare.

Below, you’ll find articles about how to use common private funds to pay for senior care:

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Florida is a leader in skilled nursing care

Florida has some of the most rigorous requirements for nursing homes or skilled nursing units in the nation. According to a Kaiser Family Foundation report in 2018, Florida is one of only five states in the country that exceeds the ideal number of nurses on staff at nursing facilities. Florida also requires more hours of care per day for each nursing home resident than any other state. This means residents of Floridian nursing homes, on average, receive more attention and care than they would in almost any other state. As a result, Florida nursing homes or skilled nursing units have above-average outcomes in nearly every aspect of patient care. According to a study by U.S. News and World Report, nursing home residents in Florida are less likely to be given antipsychotics. They also have fewer rehospitalizations and falls than nursing home residents in other states.

Federal regulations for nursing homes

Because many skilled nursing services for seniors are funded by the federal government through Medicaid and Medicare, nursing homes or skilled nursing units are more regulated by the federal government than other senior care types. According to the Code of Federal Regulations for long-term care facilities, nursing homes or skilled nursing units are required to do the following:

  • Respect resident rights
  • Provide person-centered care planning
  • Maintain quality of life and care of residents

In fact, Medicare.gov has a public report card for every skilled nursing home and rehabilitation center in the United States. Use Medicare’s provider search tool to find and compare senior care facilities near you.

Florida state regulations for nursing homes

In Florida, nursing homes are also regulated and licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (also known as the AHCA) — Long Term Care Services Unit. The AHCA’s Bureau of Health Facility Regulation outlines the resident’s rights and requirements that nursing homes must follow, including the following:

  • Nursing homes need to protect the rights of the residents to dignity, self-determination, and communication, as well as provide residents access to people and services outside the facility. This includes the resident’s right to choose their own physician and clothing, as well as maintain their privacy.
  • Florida nursing homes must provide an average of at least 3.6 care hours a day for each resident. A minimum of two of these hours must be from a nursing assistant, and a minimum of one of these hours must be from a licensed nurse.
  • Nursing homes in Florida must undergo at least one unannounced evaluation every 15 months.

You can find a list of every nursing home in Florida with their contact information on the FloridaHealthFinder.gov website. To find information about nursing homes, select “Locate a Facility or Provider.” You can then search for all long-term care facilities in Florida, including skilled nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care. When you click on a facility, it will show information about the capacity, license, history, and location, as well as a list of violations.

Florida’s regulations for other senior care facilities

Assisted living and memory care facilities in Florida are also licensed through the AHCA’s Long Term Care Services Unit, Bureau of Health Facility Regulation. To keep their licensure, assisted living communities need to follow specific guidelines:

  • Residents of assisted living facilities must be able to complete their daily activities with caregiver assistance and cannot require 24-hour medical care.
  • Facilities must be kept in a clean and livable condition.
  • Residents must be given regular, nutritious meals that accommodate their dietary needs.
  • Spouses should be allowed to share a room if they both reside in the same community.
  • Family members and guardians should be contacted at least every 30 days for updates about the resident.

All employees of Florida assisted living communities need to go through a background check. Site administrators must also complete 26 hours of initial training and 12 hours of continuing education every two years. Caregiving staff needs to also complete an infectious disease and care needs training within a month of being hired.

Florida Department of Health contact information

Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) — Long Term Care Services Unit

Brian O. Smith
Manager, Long Term Care Services Unit

2727 Mahan Drive, MS#33
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Phone: 805-412-4303
Email: LTCStaff@ahca.myflorida.com

COVID-19 regulations for Tampa nursing homes

Florida’s state government does not have any COVID-19 mandates specific to nursing homes or skilled nursing units in assisted living facilities. Instead, the Florida COVID-19 Response department offers suggestions about how to identify and manage ill residents, and how to slow the spread of COVID-19 from staff members and visitors. On the Florida COVID-19 Response website, vaccination, testing, and treatment site maps are available. The site also has data about the spread of COVID-19 in Florida, which is updated every two weeks.

Get to know senior living in Tampa, Florida

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Number of partner senior care communities within the Tampa area

3.8/5.0 Average rating of partner senior care communities within 10 miles of downtown Tampa
94% of these communities offer on-site nursing
91% of these communities have 24-hour available staff
68% of these communities in Tampa have a doctor on call
66% of these Tampa communities offer day trips and outings
47% of these communities offer devotional activities on-site

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Number of people we have referred to our partner Tampa senior care homes

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Average age of residents we have referred to our partner senior care homes in Tampa
Percent of referrals to our partner senior care homes in Tampa that are couples

What to expect from senior care communities in Tampa

Tampa has exceptionally high-quality nursing home care. But, if you’re looking for other senior care options, like assisted living or memory care, Tampa has those, too. In Tampa and the greater Tampa Bay area, there are senior care options to meet almost any need — and some of the wants, too. In this section, you’ll get an overview of what it’s like to live in a Tampa senior community. You’ll find insights into nursing homes or skilled nursing care and other senior care types.

Nursing home or skilled nursing care

Generally, people tend to refer to all senior living communities as nursing homes. However, nursing homes are technically a senior living facility that exclusively provides 24/7 skilled nursing services for medical conditions. Whether it’s a stand-alone nursing home or a skilled nursing wing in a larger senior living community, the available on-site medical care services are the same. Nursing homes or skilled nursing units differ from other senior living types in that they are institutional-like, medical units similar to hospitals.

Most seniors only need skilled nursing services temporarily — either for hospice or to recover from a medical procedure, injury, or illness. And, many assisted living and memory care communities have these skilled nursing wings on-site or offer skilled nursing services to residents in the comfort of their own rooms. A Place for Mom’s Tampa partner senior care communities offer these kinds of skilled nursing services on-site, so the resident doesn’t need to move if their care needs ever evolve to require skilled nursing care.

Tampa is a diverse senior playground

Explaining Tampa’s perennial appeal to seniors is like pointing to a beach speckled with hundreds of different kinds of shells after a storm. You’ll find a little bit of everything, but it’s all grouped together under the tag “senior-friendly.” The comfortable weather is often the first draw for many seniors. Tampa’s average low temperature in January is 53 degrees, which makes it safe for most seniors to spend time outside at any time of the year.

One of the biggest perks to seniors in Tampa is the seniors themselves. While people between the ages of 25 and 39 make up the biggest percentage of Tampa’s population, people 65+ are the second most populous demographic in the Floridian city. In Tampa, finding like-minded senior friends is as easy as going outside and enjoying the sunshine.

Tampa senior living serves up options

A Place for Mom alone partners with 47 assisted living and memory care communities, many with on-site skilled nursing care, within 10 miles of downtown Tampa alone.[01] But, including all assisted living, memory care, senior apartments, and independent living communities, A Place for Mom’s partnerships bump up to a total of 67 senior living communities within a 10-mile radius from Tampa’s city center.[01] At 20 miles, the number of senior living communities nearly triples! In Tampa, seniors can expect to find low-budget or luxury options for any care type — and A Place for Mom can help them find the perfect fit for their needs.

Traditional, stand-alone nursing homes in Tampa

Traditional, stand-alone nursing homes in Tampa are some of the best in the nation. Due to Florida’s high nursing care standards, residents of Tampa nursing homes tend to have better health outcomes and faster recoveries than they would in other states. Medicaid is also automatically granted for eligible residents of Medicaid-approved nursing homes or skilled nursing units, making Tampa an excellent place for seniors who need skilled nursing care.

Assisted living and memory care in Tampa

In the city of Tampa, assisted living and memory care communities provide exceptional care, often in buildings built about 30 to 40 years ago. Tampa’s assisted living and memory care communities are often found together in the same community or on the same campus. This makes transitions easier for seniors as their care needs shift. Many of these communities also have independent living and skilled nursing wings, making them a useful one-stop shop for local seniors looking to age in place.

The neighboring communities in the wider Tampa Bay area offer the same types of care but tend to be newer facilities with more amenities. For example, Wesley Chapel is a quiet, family-forward suburb north of Tampa with plenty of assisted living and memory care communities. The city of Clearwater, about 30 minutes from Tampa, has the highest concentration of all senior living care types. In Clearwater, assisted living and memory care facilities range from being affordable and a little older to luxurious and brand new. All of these Clearwater communities are usually more spacious and are often right on the water — with easy beach access and scenic views.

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Unfamiliar with Tampa? Highlights for seniors

21,013

Number of seniors over the age of 75 living in Tampa, Florida, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

5%

Percentage of seniors 75 and older living in Tampa, Florida, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

10%

Percentage of seniors 75 and older living in Clearwater, Florida, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Health care for seniors in Tampa, Florida

Tampa has a reputable health care system, and many of the hospitals are nationally recognized for their geriatric and cancer care.

Tampa General Hospital

A teaching hospital, Tampa General Hospital is nationally ranked for a number of specialties, including ENT care, diabetes and endocrinology, orthopedics, general surgery, and geriatrics.

1 Tampa General Circle
Tampa, FL 33606-3571
Phone: 813-844-7000

H. Lee Moffit Cancer Center and Research Institute

The H. Lee Moffit Cancer Center and Research Institute is ranked nationally for cancer treatment, geriatrics, GI surgery, and urology.

12902 USF Magnolia Drive
Tampa, FL 33612-9497
Phone: 813-592-3894

Morton Plant Hospital

Located in Clearwater, Florida, the Morton Plant Hospital is rated No. 7 in the state of Florida.

300 Pinellas St.
Clearwater, FL 33756-3804
Phone: 727-462-7000

St. Joseph’s Hospital — Tampa

St. Joseph’s Hospital — Tampa is a highly rated regional hospital and surgery center, and it performs highly for lung and colon cancer care.

3001 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33607-6387
Phone: 813-870-4000

Transportation for seniors in Tampa, Florida

Many seniors in Tampa have access to transportation from their senior living communities. In Tampa, almost 78% of our partnering assisted living communities and 50% of our memory care communities offer complimentary transportation to their residents.

The city of Tampa also has one of the only door-to-door transportation systems for the elderly or disabled, called The Sunshine Line. To use it, seniors need to enroll by calling their enrollment number, 813-272-7272.

While being outside is a state-wide pastime in Florida, Tampa is not the most walkable city. Tampa residents usually drive instead of using public transportation, but there is a local bus system. The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) is affordable and somewhat reliable, although most residents find it faster to drive.

Senior activities in Tampa, Florida

Tampa, Florida, is a vacation destination for people of all ages and interests. But what’s it like to live there as a senior? Unsurprisingly, Tampa’s virtues — amenable weather, natural beauty, history, and an authentically diverse culture — apply to senior activities, too.

Senior care community-led activities

Activities and entertainment are usually organized by the staff of nursing home, assisted living, and memory care communities for residents to enjoy. Local artists often perform for residents, and volunteers lead groups and classes to keep spirits high. Most communities also have on-site fitness classes, game nights, and happy hours. Some even welcome social visitors. Almost all assisted living communities in Tampa offer off-site day trips to keep things fresh for the residents. These outings can be to the beach, local restaurants, museums, performances, and more. The communities make sure to keep these outings and all other planned activities accessible to all residents with special needs.

Tampa’s official senior activities program

The city of Tampa also organizes plenty of activities for their local senior residents through its Parks and Recreation department. Local seniors enjoy a uniquely well-organized and busy activity program suited to their interests. This distinct program puts on weekly classes and events, like water aerobics, bingo, and a quilting club, all at no charge for seniors over 65. Seniors can sign up for and find information about senior-specific local events, classes, and clubs on the Tampa Parks and Recreation website.

Historical and cultural attractions

Besides the beaches, Tampa has a wealth of historical and cultural attractions. Ybor City neighborhood in Tampa is the only National Historic Landmark District in the American South. Visitors can embark and become urban explorers amongst the Spanish and Cuban architecture and learn how the neighborhood put Tampa on the map as the cigar capital of the United States.

The University of Tampa’s campus is another popular historical attraction, even for people unaffiliated with the university, due to its striking Moorish architecture. The historic Tampa Bay Hotel sits in the center of campus, and though it now houses classrooms and offices, it maintains the opulence of its early days and extravagant architecture. Tours are available Monday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturdays.

For seniors interested in the area’s musical culture, the music venue Ruth Eckerd Hall puts on a yearly musical retrospective program. This program brings in popular acts like Elvis impersonators, The Beach Boys, and the Irish Tenors. They also organize musical performances at local senior care communities for exciting on-site entertainment.

Birding

Because of the rich ecological diversity, birding is one of the most popular pastimes for seniors in Tampa. The Tampa Audubon Society, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022, is an excellent place to find birds of a feather. The Society puts on regular birding walks and lists the difficulty of the trails beforehand. Anyone can sign up for birding expeditions on the Tampa Audubon Society website. Some of the regular birding routes, like the Circle B Bar Reserve, are even wheelchair accessible.

Frequently asked questions

Aravilla Sarasota Independent Assisted Living, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Palm Harbor and The Windsor of Bradenton are the top-rated Nursing Homes facilities near Tampa, FL. These Nursing Homes facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Nursing Homes in Tampa is 6,150 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

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  2. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Tampa city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Tampa city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  4. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Age and sex (S0101): Clearwater city [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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