Located in central Florida, Kissimmee is home to approximately 72,000 residents, of whom 12% are seniors 65 years of age or older. When it comes to hospitals, Kissimmee features the Osceola Regional Medical Center and AdventHealth Kissimmee, both of which offer cardiovascular care and other specialty services to seniors. Also in Kissimmee is the Poinciana Medical Center, home of a robust orthopedic care program.
In Kissimmee, the average senior pays $9,125 per month for a semiprivate room in a nursing home, which is higher than the national median rate of $7,756, per the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Nursing homes are typically pricier than other senior care settings, but in return, their residents generally have access to 24-hour care, therapy and other high-end features. Other arrangements, such as assisted living and home health care, are more affordable and are tailored toward seniors who do not need the extensive care offered in nursing homes.
This guide details the cost of various forms of senior care in Kissimmee. Additionally, it provides some resources Kissimmee’s older adults can take advantage of.
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320 Mitchell St, Kissimmee, FL, 34741
5.0
(1 reviews)
"This facility took great care of my father. They always kept me informed of all changes. Everyone was so helpful. Upon discharge they made sure everything I need for my fathers care was set up ..."
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1500 Southgate Dr. , Kissimmee, FL, 34746
4.0
(6 reviews)
"Good Samaritan told me because she still in Illinois, my mom is on public paid and Medicare, but I have to fill out an application for public aid for her. It was a pretty good visit, and I enjoyed the visit. The rooms were good, but I didn't like tha..."
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2511 John Young Parkway North, Kissimmee, FL, 34741
3.2
(5 reviews)
"My mother was at this center for 5 months until her final encounter with God last November 18, 2018. She received the best care from the wonderful staff of this facility. Every member of this staff can go the extra mile to serve anyone and for my fam..."
READ MORE1120 WEST DONEGAN AVENUE, Kissimmee, FL, 34741
2.9
(8 reviews)
"Wonderful experience. The rehab team is amazing! Never judge a book by its cover...."
READ MORE221 Park Place Blvd, Kissimmee, FL, 34741
2.3
(6 reviews)
"I went to the Palm at Park Place after my knee replacement. The staff was wonderful, the physical therapy was exactly what I needed. It was clean, the food was pretty good. Certainly not a diet for a diabetic, but the flavor was good. They responded ..."
READ MORE4641 Old Canoe Creek Rd, Saint Cloud, FL, 34769
3.4
(25 reviews)
"Plantation Bay Rehabilitation Center is fine. It's beautiful, nice and clean, spotless, and has good meals. For the most part, my mother is happy there. I think the staff is very attentive and they have tons of activities they do. They have bingo and..."
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1301 Kansas Avenue, Saint Cloud, FL, 34769
3.8
(16 reviews)
"I loved the time that i spent in this facility. The staff is wonderful and caring. I would have liked a discussion on procedures my first night here. Especially about the use of diapers and meal times. The people really enjoyed activities (especially..."
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4875 Cason Cove Drive, Orlando, FL, 32811
4.0
(9 reviews)
"My mother have been a resident for several years and I could not be more satisfied with their service and care they provide my mother. Especially because I live in another state over 1,000 miles away. They are attentive and always keep me up to date,..."
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206 WEST ORANGE STREET, Davenport, FL, 33837
3.4
(14 reviews)
"My cousin has been here since December after having had a horrible experience at another facility and being new to the city. They've earned my trust and confidence. As with any new relationship - of course, it takes work, on both parts but I can ho..."
READ MORE3855 Old Canoe Creek Road, Saint Cloud, FL, 34769
3.1
(14 reviews)
"I am a friend of a former resident that was in this facility. Staff was very friendly, Rooms where cleaned. The activities were amazing. Staff is always welcoming and pleasant. The DON was very involved in my friends care. From admission to discharge..."
READ MORE14155 Town Loop Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32837
2.6
(19 reviews)
"Mom was was placed into this senior living center in November. She came to life with all the activities including Bingo, painting, coloring, group therapy where there hitting a ballon with a paddle, Music and so much more! I know if I visit, Bingo ..."
READ MORE4201 West New Nolte Road , Saint Cloud, FL, 34772
3.0
(11 reviews)
"we would like to thank everyone at Solaris/Osceola for the wonderful care that was given to our mother during her and 3 and 1/2 year stay there until her recent passing. We highly recommend this facility for anyone needing long term care/rehabilitat..."
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9311 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, 32837
2.2
(5 reviews)
"I appreciate the staff and all they do! They are very kind and help me out when needed...."
READ MOREIn Kissimmee’s nursing homes, semiprivate rooms cost an average of $9,125 per month, and the average for private rooms is $9,703 per month.
On average, Kissimmee’s semiprivate nursing home rooms are $1,369 more expensive per month than those in the country as a whole. However, the difference is smaller between Kissimmee’s median rate and the Florida state average of $8,669.
Kissimmee’s costs are fairly comparable to those of nearby cities. Lakeland, with its median rate of $8,638, is about $500 less expensive. The median costs in Deltona and The Villages are $8,821 and $8,973, respectively, which are slightly lower than Kissimmee’s. Palm Bay, meanwhile, is a bit pricier than Kissimmee, coming in at $9,186.
Kissimmee
$9,125
Florida
$8,669
United States
$7,756
Deltona
$8,821
Palm Bay
$9,186
Lakeland
$8,638
The Villages
$8,973
Nursing homes are the priciest option for senior care in Kissimmee, as they charge $9,125 for semiprivate rooms and $9,703 for private rooms, on average. The cheapest option is adult day health care, which costs an average of $1,408 per month. In between those extremes are home care and home health care, both of which have a median rate of $3,813 per month, and assisted living, which averages $3,700 per month.
Home care
$3,813
Home health care
$3,813
Adult day health care
$1,408
Assisted living
$3,700
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Nursing home (private room)
$9,703
Note: Data for Kissimmee was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Orlando, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
In many areas, including Kissimmee, seniors and their families can turn to local resources for help navigating the aging process. These resources may offer services that make living at home a realistic option for longer and others that help seniors select and adjust to living in long-term care facilities. The below are several such resources available in Kissimmee.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Resource Alliance | (407) 514-1800 | The Senior Resource Alliance's staff can answer questions about long-term care services and resources. It is also a point of access for programs like SHINE, which provides Medicare counseling, transportation and energy-assistance offerings. Additionally, the organization runs a friendly caller program that can reduce feelings of isolation in seniors. This organization serves adults 60 years of age and older. |
| Osceola Council on Aging | (407) 846-8532 | The Osceola Council on Aging helps seniors by facilitating transportation to shopping destinations. The council also runs a home rehabilitation program, which provides weatherization services, accessibility modifications and minor household repairs. Additional offerings from the council include home care and guardianship programs. It also oversees a health clinic. |
| Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (850) 414-2323 | By contacting the Florida LTCOP, seniors residing in long-term care communities can find advocates and sources of information. The program's ombudsmen look into and work to resolve complaints in nursing homes and other long-term care settings. Examples of matters in which they can assist include evictions, medication administration and cleanliness of facilities. The program also provides education, and its services are confidential and free. |
| Osceola County Veterans Services | (407) 742-8455 | Seniors who are military veterans can contact Osceola County Veterans Services for assistance and advocacy. This office helps veterans access state, local and federal benefits. It also assists certain survivors and dependents of veterans. Among other matters, the office has experience with disability claims, appeals, pensions and burial benefits. |
| Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County | (407) 518-2156 | Habitat for Humanity offers a home repairs program through a partnership with the city of Kissimmee. For eligible seniors, the organization fixes areas like kitchens and bathrooms. They also install ramps, ventilation systems and electrical components. Additionally, the organization tackles urgent health and safety problems, including those involving code violations. |
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Gil
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Review of The Terrace Of Kissimmee
My mother went to Terrace of Kissimmee and stood there for 2 years, the worse 2 years of my life. and this place don't care about the patients and their staff. The staff and so over worked that the...
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Maria Pilar
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Review of The Terrace Of Kissimmee
Terrace of Kissimmee is such a horrible place for anyone to go for rehab. My dad was there for about two months and there were plenty of things to be concerned about. Once we went to visit him and...
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cporrasart
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Review of The Terrace Of Kissimmee
If we could give zero (or better yet, negative) stars, we would. Writing this review while sitting in the ICU, where our family has been for the past week, praying for our loved one. He was sent...
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