
The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Edgewater, FL for 2023
There are 25 Assisted Living Facilities in the Edgewater area, with 3 in Edgewater and 22 nearby.
To help you with your search, browse the 137 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Edgewater. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Edgewater 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Edgewater, FL
Regency Elderly Care
Florida Shores Assisted Living Facility
Brilliance Assisted Living Edgewater
CountrySide Lakes
Brookdale Port Orange
Heritage Waterside Luxury Senior Living
Seagrass Village of Port Orange
Crown Assisted Living
Seashore Senior Living
The Gallery at Port Orange
Fairgreen Assisted Living Facility
Lexington Place
Majestic Gardens Living
Wickshire Port Orange
Saleh Living - The Beach House
Tiffany On The River
Saleh Living - The Ranch House
Coquina Cove Assisted Living
Fran's Elderly Care
La Poinciana Alf - CLOSED
Timberlane Lodge Assisted Living Faci...
Manila Home Care Inc
New Smyrna Beach Assisted Living Faci...
Coquina Cay Assisted Living
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Edgewater
Located in Volusia County, Edgewater is situated on the Indian River. The median age in Edgewater of a population of 21, 306 is 51, which is 23 percent higher than the average age of Florida residents. The 35 assisted living facilities (ALFs) in and around Edgewater are licensed through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). For an assisted living facility to qualify for licensing, seniors must be housed in a home-like community licensed with a standard or specialty care designation.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Edgewater
- Edgewater enjoys a comfortable climate with an average of 234 sunny days per year, highs of 90 degrees in summer and lows in the 40s during winter. It scores 81 out of 100 on Sperling’s Comfort Index. The city is slightly wetter than the rest of the country with an average of 51 inches of rain per year.
- Air quality in Edgewater ranks well at 71 out of 100, higher than the national average of 58. This could be helpful to seniors with respiratory ailments.
- Cost of living in Edgewater is slightly higher than the state averages but 7.5 percent lower than the rest of the country. Transportation and grocery costs make up the bulk of these higher costs, with housing being much lower and health costs averaging right around the state and national levels.
- Most residents travel by car or taxi around Edgewater, but the Votran public transportation system provides buses with eight stops around the city. Seniors over 65 enjoy reduced fares and half-price value passes for multiple rides.
- Seniors wishing to reside in Edgewater will enjoy low taxes with a sales tax rate of 6 percent and no state income tax. This could help seniors living on a budget save more money for assisted living.
- Edgewater has an array of community resources for seniors, including the state-wide Community Care for the Elderly (CCE) Program, which provides services to eligible seniors, including legal assistance, transportation, shopping assistance, medical supplies and medical therapeutic services. While Edgewater itself does not have any senior centers, seniors may travel to the Council on Aging Senior Activity Center in nearby New Smyrna Beach to enjoy educational and exercise classes, arts and crafts, card and board games and movies.
Paying for Assisted Living in Edgewater
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Edgewater start around $0 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 Edgewater 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Edgewater
Seniors in Edgewater can apply to receive financing for assisted living through two government programs: the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program (SMMC LTC) and the Florida Optional State Supplementation program.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Edgewater
Edgewater 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 Edgewater, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Edgewater
Edgewater-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.


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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Edgewater
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Review of Florida Shores Assisted Living Facility
I wish I have known this place way before, this is the last place where my wife was. She passed away couple of months ago. All the staff are incredible and they extend their care, not just to my wi... Read more
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Review of Brilliance Assisted Living Edgewater
I visited Brilliance Assisted Living Edgewater. It was clean, well-maintained, and seemed pretty organized. The staff who gave the tour was very nice and helpful. Their dining area looked very clea... Read more
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Review of Florida Shores Assisted Living Facility
Mom has been at Florida Shores Assisted Living for 3 years now, and it has been an absolute positive experience for all of us. The staff is caring, competent, compassionate, and very engaging, whi... Read more
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