Question 1

How many senior care facilities are in Lakeland, FL?

Accepted Answer

There are 16 senior care communities listed in Lakeland, FL. Use the filters above to narrow results by care type or minimum star rating.

Question 2

What types of senior care are available in Lakeland?

Accepted Answer

Senior care communities in Lakeland include: assisted living facility (16), nursing home (7), retirement community (6), rehabilitation center (1). Each care type serves different needs — nursing homes provide 24/7 skilled medical care, assisted living offers support with daily activities while maintaining independence, and memory care specializes in dementia and Alzheimer's care.

Question 3

What is the average rating of senior care facilities in Lakeland?

Accepted Answer

Senior care communities in Lakeland have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, which is considered very good. Ratings are based on reviews from residents, families, and visitors. We recommend reading individual facility reviews and scheduling in-person tours before making a decision.

Question 4

How much does senior care cost in Lakeland?

Accepted Answer

According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey (2024), the statewide median monthly cost for a nursing home in Florida is approximately $9,873 and assisted living averages around $4,500. Costs in Lakeland may be higher or lower depending on the specific facility and level of care needed. Contact facilities directly for personalized pricing.

Question 5

Does Florida's Medicaid program cover nursing home care in Lakeland?

Accepted Answer

Florida Medicaid's Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care (SMMC LTC) program covers nursing facility and home-based services for eligible seniors 65 and older. Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying 3-day hospital stay, but does not cover custodial or assisted living care. Check individual facility listings to see which communities in Lakeland accept Florida Medicaid.

Senior Living in Lakeland, FL

The Manor at Lake Morton

Abundant Love Assisted Living Facility

Porter Mcgrath Health Center Assisted Living

Hawthorne Inn of Lakeland (Assisted Living and Memory Care)

Sunburst Community Care

Savannah Cottage of Lakeland

Grace Manor at Lake Morton

Grace Manor Suites

Ansley Parke at Oakbridge

Arbor Oaks at Lakeland Hills

Lake Morton Plaza

Lakeland Manor Assisted Living Facility

Brookdale Highlands

Savannah Court of Lakeland

New Era Assisted Living

Mainstay Senior Living Corporate Office

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