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Assisted Living Facilities in North Fort Myers, FL for 2024

As they age, retirees may find themselves in need of a little extra assistance. Assisted living facilities offer a supportive environment where seniors have access to around-the-clock supervision and assistance with personal care and daily tasks. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, these services cost around $4,500 per month in the North Fort Myers area, which is quite a bit higher than the statewide median.

This guide offers a look at assisted living in Fort Myers, including a directory of some of the top assisted living facilities in the area, what seniors can expect to pay for this type of care and some of the financial assistance options available.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in North Fort Myers

In North Fort Myers and throughout the state of Florida, assisted living facilities are licensed and regulated by the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation. Facilities may be issued either a standard license or a specialty license depending on the scope of care and services offered.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in North Fort Myers

  • One of the most attractive features of North Fort Myers is its sunny year-round climate. Summer temperatures can climb to a high of 92 degrees, which is perfect weather for an afternoon at the beach. Winter temperatures don’t tend to fall below 53 degrees, and the area sees no snow, earning itself a reputation as a popular destination for snowbirds.
  • Seniors looking for an affordable retirement destination may benefit from North Fort Myers’ low cost of living. With an index score of 95.2, the city’s overall cost of living falls below both the U.S. national average (100) and statewide median (102.8).

  • Compared to other cities across the U.S., crime rates in North Fort Myers are slightly above average. Its violent crime index score is 25.7, compared to the national average of 22.7. Property crime rates are also higher at 46.8 compared to 35.4. However, most assisted living facilities have safety features and surveillance equipment in place to support residents’ safety and well-being.
  • Florida is known for its tax-friendliness towards retirees. The state does not levy an income tax, meaning that seniors will not be taxed on their Social Security retirement benefits, pension income or any other forms of retirement income.
  • According to the American Lung Association, the air quality around North Fort Myers is average. The region receives a B grade for high ozone days and 24-hour particle pollution, which may be something for seniors with respiratory illnesses to consider as they’re likely to be spending a great deal of time outdoors.

  • Lee County’s LeeTran transit service can help seniors get where they need to go throughout the region. The service operates 22 bus and trolley routes between the communities of North Fort Myers, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs and Lehigh Acres, as well as numerous beaches and the Southwest Florida International Airport. Seniors age 65 and older are eligible for discounted fares and passes.
  • In the event of a medical emergency or illness, seniors in the North Fort Myers area have access to a variety of world-class medical facilities, including several operated by the premier health care provider, Lee Health.

Paying for Assisted Living in North Fort Myers

In North Fort Myers, assisted living services cost an average of $4,500 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

While care costs in Florida ($3,700) tend to be below the national average ($4,300), assisted living is slightly more expensive in the southern Gulf Coast region. Seniors in the North Fort Myers area typically pay around $800 more per month than the average Florida city. Assisted living costs are similarly priced in nearby Naples. Just north of North Fort Myers, seniors can save nearly $600 per month in Punta Gorda. To the west, assisted living costs are $1,000 lower in Miami. The most affordable nearby option is the community of Sebring, where assisted living is only $2,895 per month.

North Fort Myers

$4,500

Florida

$3,700

The United States

$4,300

Miami

$3,500

Naples

$4,550

Punta Gorda

$3,938

Sebring

$2,895

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to other senior care options, assisted living costs fall right around the middle. For seniors who prefer to continue living independently at home rather than in a community setting, home care and home health care services are similarly priced. Seniors who only require a minor amount of supervision and assistance throughout the day may opt for adult day care, which is the most affordable type of care at an average cost of $1,625 per month. The most expensive option is nursing home care, which can cost seniors upwards of $8,730 per month, depending on the type of room they choose.

Assisted Living

$4,500

Home Care

$4,576

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Care

$1,625

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$8,730

Nursing Home (private room)

$9,566

Note: Information for North Fort Myers was not available, so data from the nearest city, Cape Coral, was used.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in North Fort Myers

In 2014, the state of Florida replaced all their HCBS waiver programs with the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program (SMMC-LTC), which helps eligible seniors pay for assisted living costs. Florida also has the Optional State Supplement (OSS), a non-Medicaid program available for qualified seniors.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in North Fort Myers

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in North Fort Myers

North Fort Myers has plenty of resources for seniors embarking on assisted living. A few below are designed to improve seniors’ health, social interactions and living conditions. 

ResourceContactService
Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida(239) 652-6900 or toll-free at (866) 413-5337The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida is a non-profit organization that supports the needs of seniors age 60 and older living in Collier and Lee counties. The organization helps connect retirees with local resources and community-based services to benefit their overall health and well-being, including housing assistance, Medicare counseling, legal assistance and personal care. There’s also an elder helpline staffed by trained specialists to answer questions and provide seniors with unbiased information and referrals.
Dr. Piper Center for Social Services(239) 332-5346The Dr. Piper Center for Social Services offers various support programs designed to improve seniors’ overall quality of life. One of these programs is Senior Companions, through which local volunteers are paired with seniors to provide a sense of friendship to minimize feelings of loneliness and isolation. The center also offers its Faith in Action program, which provides volunteer transportation services to take seniors to medical appointments, shopping and assist with errands.
Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County(239) 275-1881Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County is a regional branch of Southwest Florida’s non-profit Senior Friendship Centers initiative. The organization seeks to provide seniors with opportunities that empower them to live healthy and active lives. The centers run a variety of activities that seniors can participate in, including a senior volunteer program, wellness classes and educational seminars. There are also 10 dining sites where seniors can come to enjoy nutritious lunchtime meals in a social setting.
Lee County Department of Human & Veteran Services(239) 533-7900The Lee County Department of Human & Veteran Services serves as a hub of resources to help veterans access a variety of supportive programs, services and benefits that they’re entitled to.
Healthy Life Centers(239) 424-3220The Healthy Life Centers are part of Lee Health’s efforts to provide comprehensive health and wellness services to Lee County residents. Seniors can visit one of the organization’s three locations to participate in various health-focused activities and events, including free educational seminars, group fitness classes, cooking classes and senior social events.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in North Fort Myers

North Fort Myers-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in North Fort Myers

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Debra

I visited this facility

Review of Bayside Senior Living

We toured Bayside Senior Living. They had to evacuate during the hurricane and it smelled. The roof was leaking and the air-conditioning still wasn't up and running correctly since last year's...

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Christine

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Bayside Senior Living

My mother has moved here. It's easier for me with her there. The place is fairly new. The people are friendly. They do a pretty good job. There are just a few complaints, but you're going to have...

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ReviewerAT1215B

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Bayside Senior Living

I moved three months ago, and I'm happy with it. The room is neat and clean, and the staff is good. The food is fine, too. It's a good community. We have some activities, but not total activities....

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