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Senior Care in Florida

Explore licensed senior care options across 389 cities in Florida. Compare 8,002 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.

Florida Senior Care Cost Report

Median assisted living: $5,610/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.

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Florida Senior Care Cost Benchmarks

Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)

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Care Type Florida Median Annualized Estimate
Assisted Living Facility $5,610/mo $67,320/yr
Memory Care (Estimated) $7,013/mo $84,150/yr
In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) $32/hr $73,216/yr (44 hrs/wk)
Homemaker Services $0/hr $0/yr (44 hrs/wk)
Nursing Home (Private Room) $12,167/mo $146,000/yr
Adult Day Health Care $75/day $18,750/yr (5 days/wk)

Florida Medicaid & State Regulation

Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across Florida.

State Licensing Agency

Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.

Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.

Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC).

Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.

Cities in Florida

Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed senior care facilities operate in Florida?

The families.care verified directory tracks 8,002 licensed senior care providers across 389 cities in Florida as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.

What is the cost of senior living in Florida?

According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in Florida is $5,610 per month. In-home care aides average $32 per hour, and nursing homes average $146,000 annually for private rooms.

Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in Florida?

Senior living facilities in Florida are regulated and inspected by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.

Can Florida Medicaid help pay for senior care?

Yes. In Florida, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, Florida offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC), which cover personal care and therapy services.

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How we research and verify this information

Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.