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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sun City Center, FL for 2024

Sun City Center is a census-designated place in southern Hillsborough County. It’s also an age-restricted community, so seniors will find lots of activities appropriate for older adults. Sun City Center’s population is nearing 31,000 and over 22,000 of these residents are aged 65 or older. Although the community is small, it’s still big enough to offer lots of shopping and dining options and boasts its own hospital and about seven golf courses. If there’s something a resident can’t find, Tampa is only about 30 minutes away by car.

Seniors who want to retain their independence but need help with daily living tasks and housekeeping services may benefit from the homelike environment found in assisted living communities. The average cost of assisted living in Sun City Center is $3,888 per month, which is slightly higher than the state average but quite a bit less than the national average.

This guide details various aspects of assisted living in Sun City Center, including the cost, as well as cost comparisons with other Florida cities and senior care options. It also includes a list of benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Sun City Center and resources that provide various services to seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sun City Center

Assisted living facilities in Florida receive oversight and licensing through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, Division of Health Quality Assurance. Its Bureau of Field Operations does on-site surveys through offices located across the state. The St. Petersburg Field Office is responsible for monitoring assisted living facilities in Hillsborough County, including those in Sun City Center.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sun City Center

  • The overall cost of living in Sun City Center is more than 4% below the national median and 7% lower than the statewide average. A big factor is the lower cost of housing, which doesn’t necessarily impact seniors in assisted living. However, health care costs here are also lower than the national average by about 1.5%.
  • Although sales tax rates are higher in Hillsborough County compared to 84.5% of other Florida cities and counties, seniors benefit from groceries being tax-exempt. They also save on prescription and nonprescription drug purchases, which are taxed at 1% instead of the full 7% sales tax rate, which consists of 6% in state and 1% in local taxes.
  • Despite slightly inflated sales taxes, Florida is tax-friendly to seniors overall. It doesn’t charge a state income tax, so retirees won’t lose money on their Social Security benefits or other types of retirement income.
  • Although the community is named Sun City Center, it gets lots of rain annually. However, it doesn’t get any snow, which is convenient for seniors who are tired of shoveling sidewalks or living in a cold environment. The coldest month of the year has an average low of 50 degrees, which is well above freezing. Sun City also gets lots of sunny days, at an average of 244 per year. Overall, the weather is pleasant much of the year with seven comfortable months when temperatures range between 70 and 85 degrees.
  • Sun City Center seniors benefit from having a local hospital to meet their medical needs. South Bay Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility with an on-site emergency department and a medical surgical ICU. It was rated high performing in treating COPD and nationally recognized by the Joint Commission for treating stroke, total hip and knee replacements, sepsis and heart failure.

Paying for Assisted Living in Sun City Center

The average cost of assisted living in Sun City Center is $3,888 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This is $188 higher than the Florida average of $3,700, but it’s $412 lower than the national median of $4,300.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Compared to other nearby cities, Sun City Center has a midrange cost for assisted living. It’s nearly $1,000 higher than the cost in Sebring ($2,895) and $663 above the $3,225 average in Tampa. In contrast, it’s $50 less than the $3,938 rate in Punta Gorda and $612 below the $4,500 average in Cape Coral. 

Sun City Center

$3,888

Florida

$3,700

The United States

$4,300

Sebring

$2,895

Tampa

$3,225

Punta Gorda

$3,938

Cape Coral

$4,500

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

At $3,888 per month, assisted living is one of the most affordable senior care options in Sun City Center. Adult day health care is usually the least expensive, and although cost data isn’t available for Sun City Center, Florida’s statewide average is just $1,408. Receiving care at home costs about $4,385 for homemaker services or $4,576 for home health aides. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $9,186 for semiprivate and $10,463 for private rooms. 

Homemaker Services

$4,385

Home Health Aide

$4,576

Adult Day Health Care

0

Assisted Living Facility

$3,888

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,186

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$10,463

Note: Data for Sun City Center was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, North Port, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sun City Center

Residents of assisted living facilities in Sun City Center may be eligible for financial assistance through the Medicaid Long Term Care Program and the Assistive Care Services waiver. Additional funding may also be available for the Optional State Supplement for seniors who receive Social Security income.

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

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Florida

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 Sun City Center

Seniors in Sun City Center specifically caters to individuals over age 55, so residents will find numerous support services in the community. This list provides a few of the free resources available locally or through the county or state. 

ResourceContactService
Hillsborough County Aging Services(813) 272-5250Hillsborough County Aging Services help seniors in Sun City Center get the most out of life by taking advantage of the year-round sunshine and ample recreational options. It provides social activities, nutrition services, dining and activity centers, and lots of outdoor recreation opportunities.
Sunshine Line(813) 272-7272The Sunshine Line provides door-to-door transportation to seniors, people with disabilities and low-income residents who don’t have transportation. Transportation is provided for medical and social service appointments, health and wellness activities, trips to the grocery store, personal business and other necessary errands. Trips are prioritized based on purpose and space availability, but transportation is regularly available Monday through Saturday. Eligibility for the free services is based on age, income, disabilities and other criteria.
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(813) 558-5591The Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a statewide service meant to improve the quality of life for all residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living. Ombudsmen advocate for residents and protect their rights, welfare and safety. All services are free, confidential and volunteer-based. Seniors in Sun City Center can contact the LTCOP's district office in Tampa for information and assistance resolving issues with a local assisted living facility.
Senior Connection Center(800) 963-5337The Senior Connection Center is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Hillsborough, Highlands, Hardee, Manatee and Polk counties. It offers a wide array of services for those aged 60 and older, including its Elder Helpline, which provides information and referrals to available programs and services. It offers health and wellness courses, congregate meals, education and training, and Medicare counseling. Through the AAA, seniors can also access legal assistance, specialized medical equipment and nutrition education and counseling.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sun City Center

Sun City Center-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 Florida

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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George

I visited this facility

Review of Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center

We went to Belvedere Commons of Sun City Center. Jenny, the staff we met with, was very friendly and answered all our questions. She was very caring, explained everything so well, and made us feel...

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Assisted Living

Christine

I visited this facility

Review of Sun City Senior Living

I loved Sun City Senior Living. It was affordable, but it didn't work out. They're personable. They have therapy that's upstairs and they were great. And then that whole room on the other side has...

Provider response

Hi Christine, thank you for sharing this positive review about your experience with our community! Here at Sun City Senior Living, we always strive for top-quality service and are glad we could...

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Sharon

I visited this facility

Review of Sun City Senior Living

I went to Sun City Senior Living. The gentleman Don was the tour guide person. He was very knowledgeable, very helpful, and took us around. It smelled clean. One of my first impressions was that it...

Provider response

Hi Sharon, thank you for sharing this positive review about your experience with our community! Here at Sun City Senior Living, we always strive for top-quality service and are glad we could...

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