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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Melbourne, FL for 2024

There are 44 Assisted Living Facilities in the West Melbourne area, with 2 in West Melbourne and 42 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in West Melbourne is $3,115 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 441 reviews below for assisted living facilities in West Melbourne. On average, consumers rate assisted living in West Melbourne 4.24 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in West Melbourne

West Melbourne is a small city on Florida's Space Coast, located just 50 miles south of the Kennedy Space CenterOver 18 percent of the city's 22,000 residents are aged 65 and older and there are 45 assisted living facilities in the area offering accommodation to seniors who are mostly independent but need some help with daily tasks.

In West Melbourne, and throughout Florida, these facilities are licensed and monitored by the Agency for Health Care Administration. There are Standard or Specialty licenses available based on the type of care the facility provides.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in West Melbourne

  • Brevard County, including West Melbourne, has excellent air quality. In the State of the Air 2018 report the county received A grades for both particle and ozone pollution. This may be beneficial to seniors with respiratory issues.
  • West Melbourne has a comfortable climate throughout the year. In January the average low temperature is 50 degrees and the average high in July is 90. The city enjoys 235 sunny days each year, 30 more than the national average, which may appeal to seniors who enjoy spending time outdoors.
  • The overall cost of living in West Melbourne is 105 on the Sperling Index, five points higher than the national average. This is due to the cost of housing and seniors can save money on day-to-day expenses like groceries, healthcare and transport, which are all rated lower than the U.S. average.
  • There are a number of organizations in West Melbourne and the surrounding area dedicated to nurturing arts and culture in the city. Seniors interested in visual arts may enjoy a visit to the annual Melbourne Arts Festival. The Henegar Center for the Arts is one of many venues that host shows throughout the year. 
  • West Melbourne has an array of community resources for seniors, including  Seniors Adventures in Learning, an organization that aims to enrich senior life through learning, teaching and creating friendships, as well as one senior center.
  • Space Coast Area Transit offers public transportation in West Melbourne and riders aged 60 and over are eligible for reduced fares. In addition, seniors may be eligible for the paratransit service, which offers curb-to-curb transport to people unable to use the regular service.

Paying for Assisted Living in West Melbourne

Assisted Living costs in West Melbourne start around $3,115 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in West Melbourne and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Florida

Rockledge

$4,091

US

$4,000

Satellite Beach

$3,997

Melbourne

$3,632

Merritt Island

$3,532

Palm Bay

$3,259

West Melbourne

$3,115

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in West Melbourne

The Medicaid Long-Term Care Program and the Assistive Care Services waiver offer financial assistance to West Melbourne residents in assisted living. Seniors receiving Social Security income may be able to access additional funding through the Optional State Supplement.

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

Financial Assistance 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 West Melbourne

West Melbourne and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in West Melbourne, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in West Melbourne

West Melbourne-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.

Laws and Regulations in Florida

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Pat

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Brookdale West Melbourne

We moved into Brookdale West Melbourne. I liked it because it was on one floor. The people that were here met us at the door and told us how happy they were and how good the staff was to them, and...

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Assisted Living

Jean

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale West Melbourne

Brookdale West Melbourne was just beyond our expense. They have apartments that are on one level. You don't have somebody on top of you. The staff members were fine.

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Assisted Living

Karen

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale West Melbourne

Brookdale West Melbourne was very well designed. It's a newer building than the other one we toured. For emergency disaster management, all their windows are impact resistant. They were able to...

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