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Assisted Living Communities in Brandon, FL
Situated within the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Area in Hillsborough County,...
Brandon offers access to assisted living residences, including within the city proper. The local cost of residential care comes in near $4,213 per month in 2024, saving seniors about $500 over the Florida median.
Our directory includes 2658 reviews testimonials from assisted living residents and visitors in the Brandon region. Based on consumer feedback, local facilities garner an average satisfaction score of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
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Melody Barbeaux-Sedik
5.0
Review of Aldea Green
This facility is exactly what my mom is looking for!! It exceeded our expectations.
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Judy1
5.0
Review of Sweet Water Grand The Bridges
It is very, very lovely, and they've got so much going on. I think my mother would have a wonderful time there, but it is very far from home. It's a good 45 to 50 minutes one way, and all her...
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Sister
5.0
Review of Park View Estate of Brandon
Finding this place was a wonderful place for my sister. Jay was so kind and so helpful getting things done for our family. We already had a visit with other family members and it was great! Thank...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that seniors in Brandon pay around $4,213 monthly for assisted living. Local rates run well below the respective state and national norms of $4,750 and $5,350, and they compare favorably to rates in nearby cities. For example, seniors in North Port pay roughly $750 more, and facilities in Lakeland set monthly rates near $5,292.
Brandon
$4,213
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Lakeland
$5,292
Sebring
$4,595
Punta Gorda
$3,724
North Port
$4,965
Paying for Assisted Living in Brandon
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Brandon seniors pay an average of $3,350 per month for assisted living care. Significantly lower than the statewide median ($4,000) and U.S. national average ($4,500), the city is a very appealing option for budget-conscious retirees.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Brandon
Florida provides two state programs to help eligible seniors with the cost of services at assisted living facilities: Medicaid Long-Term Care and Assistive Care Services. The state also offers optional state supplementation (OSS) for residents who receive social security income.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
In Brandon, the monthly cost of assisted living comes in at around $4,213. By comparison, in-home care and home health care cost more, with seniors paying about $4,957 and $5,720, respectively. While nursing home rates run significantly higher at approximately $10,068, seniors who opt for adult day health care pay much lower fees of roughly $2,383.
In-Home Care
$4,957
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$2,383
Assisted Living Facility
$4,213
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$10,068
Note: Since data for Brandon is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Tampa, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Brandon
There are several local nonprofits and government-sponsored agencies in the Brandon area dedicated to supporting the needs of the community’s aging population. These organizations offer a wide range of services and senior-focused programs such as financial guidance, benefits counseling, care management and legal aid.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Connection Center | (800) 963-5337 | The Senior Connection Center is the region's Local Area Agency on Aging and the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). Its Elder Helpline assists seniors and their families with making informed decisions about long-term care. These may include Medicare counseling, health and wellness programming, elder abuse prevention and caregiver support. |
| Hillsborough County Aging Services | (813) 272-5250 | Hillsborough County Aging Services offers services and programs to support adults aged 50 and older, including in-home care services, congregate dining, active adult programming and door-to-door transportation. It can help seniors locate their nearest community resource center, offers Medicare enrollment assistance and provides information and referrals to other local programs. |
| Brandon Senior Center | (813) 635-8066 | The Brandon Senior Center offers a welcoming environment where seniors aged 50 and older can socialize with peers, participate in activities and classes, enjoy hot meals and attend special events. It also offers support services such as transportation and financial aid and doesn't require a membership fee to participate. |
| Bay Area Legal Services | (800) 625-2257 | Bay Area Legal Services is a nonprofit firm that provides free legal advice, assistance and representation to low-income individuals, including seniors. Some of the firm's practice areas include advance planning for wills and estates, health care benefits, guardianship, taxes and veterans affairs. |
| Office of Veterans Services (Brandon) | (813) 635-8316 | The Brandon Office of Hillsborough County Veterans Services supports veterans and their dependents with accessing federal, state and local benefits such as pensions, disability compensation, health benefits and Aid and Attendance payments. It also offers outreach services for veterans living in assisted living facilities and other long-term care environments. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Brandon
Brandon 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.
