Wellington is a scenic village located to the west of West Palm Beach. The village is home to an estimated 61,448 residents, and around 16.7% of the population is of retirement age. Seniors residing in Wellington can enjoy year-round warm weather and relatively low crime rates. Wellington Regional Medical Center provides a range of medical services to meet the needs of seniors in the city and surrounding areas.
Assisted living is best suited to seniors who are no longer able to safely live independently in their own homes but don’t require the full-time medical services of a skilled nursing facility. Services provided by an assisted living facility include assistance with bathing, meal preparation, grooming and medication management. Seniors in Wellington pay an average of $3,763 per month for assisted living care. This is just over $200 less than the Florida state average and significantly lower than the national median of $4,500.
This guide includes an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of living in Wellington. In addition, it discusses the costs of care in Wellington and nearby cities and lists resources for seniors within the city.
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8785 Lake Worth Road, Wellington, FL, 33467
4.5
(10 reviews)
"My mom has moved into HarborChase of Wellington Crossing. The room is so big, and the people that take care of my mom are amazing. I went to another place, but HarborChase of Wellington Crossing is much, much better. The staff are attentive. They giv..."
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12842 Buckland Street, Wellington, FL, 33414
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Your loved one will be treated with the care and compassion they deserve. This is a Labor of Love for Andrea & Larry; not a big corporate money- making opportunity. Andrea, thank for caring Nancy the way you only you could do. She went to heaven with..."
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10334 Nu Vista Avenue, Wellington, FL, 33414
4.8
(4 reviews)
"It is phenomenal. A girl named Kelly gave me a Facetime tour of the inside. She even went to the room that my mom was going to have. We would have already sent to her a check and everything, but I had to cancel because I have made a decision to send ..."
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1451 The 12th Fairway, Wellington, FL, 33414
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Personal Touch Family Home II is a nice house. The home itself, the set-up, was roomier. The room that I saw has more space and has a nice bathroom. I like this very much...."
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13988 Paddock Drive, Wellington, FL, 33414
5.0
(6 reviews)
"This is a lovely family owned and operated assisted living facility. They treat every resident as an extended family member. The staff is very professional, friendly and good-hearted. It's a place where everyone can feel like home...."
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13692 Carlton Street, Wellington, FL, 33414
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father-in-law moved into Allure Living Care and stayed for a little while. I was very happy with it. They were very good and they took very good care of him. If they had any questions, they called us. We had the lady that was a nurse practitioner ..."
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1074 Hyacinth Place, Wellington, FL, 33414
4.3
(3 reviews)
"I regularly visited a family member at this facility. I was there in different occasions and always found it to spotless. The residents seemed to be very relaxed and they enjoyed their meals. The staff was welcoming and responsive to my questions an..."
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14115 Lily Court, Wellington, FL, 33414
4.0
(4 reviews)
"Great care. Residents very happy & involved in activities ..."
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1337 Pinetta Circle, Wellington, FL, 33414
"At AAA Assisted Living at Wellington, our care approach is resident-centered. We provide a superior blend of Hospitality to seniors in an at..."
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6100 Common Circle, West Palm Beach, FL, 33417
4.0
(68 reviews)
"I toured Brookdale West Palm Beach. The facility was nice. The personnel were very nice and accommodating. The facility was clean and appropriate for the clientele that they were showing, but they didn't understand that my husband didn't fit there fo..."
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9948 Woodwind Lane, Lake Worth, FL, 33467
4.5
(2 reviews)
"It was an extremely nice place. The individual that I've met was extremely helpful and very accommodating. I looked at their assisted living side and their memory care side. I didn't have anything negative to say about it. The facility was brand new,..."
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10621 Okeechobee Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, FL, 33411
5.0
(5 reviews)
"We are impressed by The Capstone at Royal Palm on a whole. It is within close proximity to where my sister is living. My sister would be able to go and visit and help my mother get established down there, so it's mostly proximity to a relative's loca..."
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11911 Southern Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL, 33411
4.8
(4 reviews)
"We are choosing Inspired Living Royal Palm Beach for ourselves. I liked the community and I liked the location. I liked the newness and the cleanliness of it. Everybody that worked there was very personable. They made you feel very welcome. The rooms..."
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5100 Cresthaven Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL, 33415
3.9
(7 reviews)
"My dad is now at Cresthaven Senior Living. We chose them because of its location and the reviews on their website. My dad has a private room, and it has been recently updated. It is spacious and clean. The staff is very helpful. I haven't tried the..."
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39 Ohio Road, Lake Worth, FL, 33467
"Welcome to Assisted Living as it should be. Our passion inspires us to set a new standard of excellence for Assisted Living homes and senior..."
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3400 Jog Road, Greenacres, FL, 33467
4.6
(24 reviews)
"My mother will move in at Arbor Oaks at Greenacres after Thanksgiving. The staff was so nice. They were willing to talk to you and give you tours once you came back without making you feel bad. Even on the third tour that we had, they didn't push eit..."
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9130 Hypoluxo Road, Lake Worth, FL, 33467
4.7
(7 reviews)
"My dad is at Mariposa, and they have very warm and caring people that work there. They are always aware of what is going on in the facility, and they are always looking for new ways to keep the residents comfortable, happy, and see how they can get a..."
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10331 Pippin Lane, Royal Palm Beach, FL, 33411
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Orange Blossoms Villa is a private home for six residents. It has personalized care because it's very homelike. It's like living in your own home. They have a living room, activities and the dining room just like you would have in your own home. I th..."
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4373 Venus Avenue , West Palm Beach, FL, 33406
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My wife was living in a very clean room, was always well groomed and looked after by excellent staff and owners. Given her condition I could not have asked for more. She passed May 7th 2019 in the 24 Hr. care of very caring people...."
READ MOREThe Bureau Of Health Facility Regulation oversees and monitors assisted living facilities in Wellington and throughout the state of Florida. Bureau staff regularly carries out scheduled and surprise inspections on all facilities to ensure that seniors are receiving the level of care they require. All facilities in the state are licensed by the bureau.
In Wellington, the average cost of assisted living is $3,763 per month. Costs may vary depending on the level of service provided, the location of the community and the amenities offered.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Wellington is slightly lower than the Florida state average of $4,000 and much more affordable than the national median of $4,500. In the nearby city of Sebastian, the average senior pays $3,350 each month for assisted living care, over $400 less than in Wellington. Care costs in Miami and Naples are both significantly higher at $4,385 and $5,300, respectively. Gainesville provides the lowest assisted living costs in the state at $2,350 per month.
Wellington
$3,763
Florida
$4,000
United States
$4,500
Sebastian
$3,350
Miami
$4,385
Naples
$5,300
Gainesville
$2,350
Assisted living costs an average of $3,763 per month in Wellington. In-home care services cost about $1,000 more each month for those who want to receive care in their own homes. Nursing home facilities are the most expensive option, with a shared room costing more than double the fees charged for assisted living.
In-Home Care
$4,761
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$3,763
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,164
Note: Data for Wellington was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Port St. Lucie, was used instead.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Seniors living in Wellington have access to various services and programs aimed at the needs and interests of older adults. Some of these programs can assist seniors in finding options to help pay for assisted living costs. These resources provide legal assistance, meal delivery services and social or recreational activities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Area Agency on Aging | (866) 684-5885 | The Palm Beach Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that works to improve the lives of seniors in the area. It runs programs to provide specialized medical equipment, improve seniors' homes and more. In addition, it runs classes to educate seniors about chronic disease management and fall prevention. |
| Wellington Cares | (561) 568-8818 | Wellington Cares is a nonprofit organization with volunteers who assist seniors. Volunteers provide services on a short-term basis to seniors wanting to remain in their own homes or communities. Services may include grocery shopping, basic household chores, meal preparation and transportation. |
| Wellington Seniors Club | (561) 301-7595 | The Wellington Seniors Club is run by the city of Wellington. It provides a range of activities and classes for seniors aged 60 and older. These activities may include art classes, fitness classes, computer lessons, dancing, musical entertainment and group outings. |
Wellington Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Maria
5
Review of HarborChase of Wellington Crossing
My mom has moved into HarborChase of Wellington Crossing. The room is so big, and the people that take care of my mom are amazing. I went to another place, but HarborChase of Wellington Crossing is...
Assisted Living
Brigert
1
Review of The Club at Wellington
It is a horrible place. There is one nurse for 42 residents. The food is awful with no fresh fruit or vegetables. I saw the doctor stay for 15 minutes! Enough time I guess to get paid. Aides...
Assisted Living
Traci
4
Review of HarborChase of Wellington Crossing
We went to see the HarborChase of Wellington Crossing. It's very new and it's very upgraded. They have a level of care-- ECC license, that the other community we saw does not. So that was the big...
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