40 Assisted Living Facilities near Fort Myers, FL
Also serving communities of North Fort Myers.
There are 40 Assisted Living Facilities in the Fort Myers area, with 23 in Fort Myers and 17 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Fort Myers is $3,193 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,450. Cheaper nearby regions include Lehigh Acres with an average starting cost of $2,470.
To help you with your search, browse the 420 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Fort Myers. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Fort Myers 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Cape Coral with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 30 families in Fort Myers find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Fort Myers, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Myers, FL
Brookdale Fort Myers Cypress Lake
Provides: Assisted Living
7460 Lake Breeze Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33907
"We are on a waiting list at Brookdale Fort Myers Cypress Lake. I thought it was very nice and well kept. The people we met there were very nice. We didn’t even tell them that we were coming and..." More
"We are on a waiting list at Brookdale Fort Myers Cypress Lake. I thought it was very nice and well kept. The people we met there were very nice. We didn’t even tell them that we were coming and..." More
Caring Star 2018
The Rose Garden of Ft Myers
Provides: Assisted Living
2117 Earl Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33901
"We've been very pleased with The Rose Garden of Ft Myers. It has a very pleasant atmosphere when you go in. They have seating that's like a large living room. It's very clean and everybody has been..." More
"We've been very pleased with The Rose Garden of Ft Myers. It has a very pleasant atmosphere when you go in. They have seating that's like a large living room. It's very clean and everybody has been..." More
Caring Star 2015
Barrington Terrace of Fort Myers
Provides: Assisted Living
9731 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers, FL 33908
"My Mom has been at Barrington twice. She has resided in 3 different communities: one 5 star rated, one new and beautiful and Barrington Fort Myers. Though other facilities are much more convenient..." More
"My Mom has been at Barrington twice. She has resided in 3 different communities: one 5 star rated, one new and beautiful and Barrington Fort Myers. Though other facilities are much more convenient..." More
Caring Star 2016
Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park
Provides: Assisted Living
14521 Lakewood Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33919
"My loved ones moved in to Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park. Everything is fine and they are happy there. The staff there is very welcoming and helpful, it's just a really good friendly environment...." More
"My loved ones moved in to Brookdale Fort Myers Lakes Park. Everything is fine and they are happy there. The staff there is very welcoming and helpful, it's just a really good friendly environment...." More
Caring Star 2020
Gladwell Fort Myers
Provides: Assisted Living
3501 Hancock Bridge Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33903
"The Crossings At Hancock Creek is a pretty new community and smaller than the other ones I have toured. They've got a mind care area there as well. They also have a lot of activities and things..." More
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"The Crossings At Hancock Creek is a pretty new community and smaller than the other ones I have toured. They've got a mind care area there as well. They also have a lot of activities and things..." More
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Cypress Point
Provides: Assisted Living
6870 Alister Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912
"I visited Cypress Point and they have assisted living and a 24-hour nursing staff. It's provides extensive types of care. It's located in an area that's very crowded; it's close to a ball park. I..." More
"I visited Cypress Point and they have assisted living and a 24-hour nursing staff. It's provides extensive types of care. It's located in an area that's very crowded; it's close to a ball park. I..." More
Amavida Senior Living
Provides: Assisted Living
7650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907
"Amavida Senior Living is a brand new facility, lovely, and we talked to some of the staff that were walking in the halls, and they seemed to be happy working there. We talked to a couple of..." More
"Amavida Senior Living is a brand new facility, lovely, and we talked to some of the staff that were walking in the halls, and they seemed to be happy working there. We talked to a couple of..." More
Caring Star 2016
Lamplight of Fort Myers
Provides: Assisted Living
1896 Park Meadows Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907
"I am totally pleased with Lamplight of Fort Myers as they give her such very good care. The facility is very clean. I am very comfortable with having my wife there with the care that they give her...." More
"I am totally pleased with Lamplight of Fort Myers as they give her such very good care. The facility is very clean. I am very comfortable with having my wife there with the care that they give her...." More
American House Fort Myers
Provides: Assisted Living
14001 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33912
"My father stayed at American House Fort Myers and the entire staff, from the executive director down, were awesome, very caring, very accommodating, and just really nice. They're all wonderful..." More
"My father stayed at American House Fort Myers and the entire staff, from the executive director down, were awesome, very caring, very accommodating, and just really nice. They're all wonderful..." More
Thrive at Beachwalk
Provides: Assisted Living
15800 Beachwalk Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33908
"No other community is like Thrive. The clean modern design is relaxing and elegant. Residents and their families have opportunities to take advantage of the private conversation areas on each..." More
"No other community is like Thrive. The clean modern design is relaxing and elegant. Residents and their families have opportunities to take advantage of the private conversation areas on each..." More
Caring Star 2014
Calusa Harbour
Provides: Assisted Living
2525 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
"My father recently moved into the Mariner unit. He has a wonderful view of the river and harbor. The staff here has been kind, happy, helpful and have made certain that Dad Don is totally involved ..." More
"My father recently moved into the Mariner unit. He has a wonderful view of the river and harbor. The staff here has been kind, happy, helpful and have made certain that Dad Don is totally involved ..." More
The Palms of Fort Myers
Provides: Assisted Living
2674 Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901
"My parents moved into the Palms in July, 2019. Before moving them, I visited over a dozen retirement communities. Not one felt as warm and loving as the Palms, it truly is an extraordinary..." More
"My parents moved into the Palms in July, 2019. Before moving them, I visited over a dozen retirement communities. Not one felt as warm and loving as the Palms, it truly is an extraordinary..." More
Caring Star 2015
Discovery Village At The Forum
Provides: Assisted Living
2619 Forum Boulevard,, Fort Myers, FL 33905
"Discovery Village at the Forum was brand new. They had a memory care facility that has been open for a couple of years now. This independent living facility was just an addition to it. They had a..." More
"Discovery Village at the Forum was brand new. They had a memory care facility that has been open for a couple of years now. This independent living facility was just an addition to it. They had a..." More
Caring Star 2013
Barkley Place
Provides: Assisted Living
36 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33907
"We moved into Barkley Place. They were a medium size, in a three-story building, and the staff treated us very nice when we came to check things out. This one stood out above them all. We stopped..." More
"We moved into Barkley Place. They were a medium size, in a three-story building, and the staff treated us very nice when we came to check things out. This one stood out above them all. We stopped..." More
Caring Star 2013
Cypress Cove
Provides: Assisted Living
10200 Cypress Cove Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908
"The Inn of Cypress Cove is totally different than other places because there is a large entry fee, but it's one of the best ones that I've visited. The food and everything was excellent, but it's..." More
"The Inn of Cypress Cove is totally different than other places because there is a large entry fee, but it's one of the best ones that I've visited. The food and everything was excellent, but it's..." More
Caring Star 2014
Springwood Court
Provides: Assisted Living
12780 Kenwood Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33907
"Spring wood court is a terrific Senior Living home. All of their staff members are friendly and when we request help with problems they are always there quickly with a perfessional response , help..." More
"Spring wood court is a terrific Senior Living home. All of their staff members are friendly and when we request help with problems they are always there quickly with a perfessional response , help..." More
The Arbor at Shell Point
Provides: Assisted Living
15101 SHELL POINT BLVD., Fort Myers, FL 33908
"We had visited the Arbor which was part of the same company that runs King's Crown at Shell Point, so decided to check it out as well, as an option for my friend's mother.
Just like the other..." More
"We had visited the Arbor which was part of the same company that runs King's Crown at Shell Point, so decided to check it out as well, as an option for my friend's mother.
Just like the other..." More
Avalon Manor Assisted Living Facility...
Provides: Assisted Living
2580 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901
"The reason I like is because is only has 14 residents capacity witch allow the senior to have the care they need . The caregivers are dedicated to the residents witch you don’t see this in bigger..." More
"The reason I like is because is only has 14 residents capacity witch allow the senior to have the care they need . The caregivers are dedicated to the residents witch you don’t see this in bigger..." More
Cairn Park Assisted Living Memory Care
Provides: Assisted Living
9331 Via San Giovanni Street, Fort Myers, FL 33905
"We found Cairn Park and chose it for the small size and the cost. We like the staff very much. The food seems very good, and my mother likes it.
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"We found Cairn Park and chose it for the small size and the cost. We like the staff very much. The food seems very good, and my mother likes it.
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Villa Palms Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
6722 WINKLER RD., Fort Myers, FL 33901
"This is the closest thing to family living that I have seen.
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"This is the closest thing to family living that I have seen.
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The Arbor at Shell Point
Provides: Assisted Living
15101 Shell Point Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33908
"This is a wonderful assisted living facility. My mother has been a resident at Shell Point in independent living for four years. Recently she moved into assisted living at The Springs. The staff..." More
"This is a wonderful assisted living facility. My mother has been a resident at Shell Point in independent living for four years. Recently she moved into assisted living at The Springs. The staff..." More
Westwood Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
2339 Hoople Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
"The staff was wonderful, but I found the environment a bit stale, a common feeling I had about all of the places we visited, but this seemed more like a hospital than some of the others. We ended..." More
"The staff was wonderful, but I found the environment a bit stale, a common feeling I had about all of the places we visited, but this seemed more like a hospital than some of the others. We ended..." More
The Windsor of Cape Coral
Provides: Assisted Living
831 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
"This community is so clean and staff are so caring. Management always is available if I have any questions. 100 % in my book always welcomed with a smile. " More
"This community is so clean and staff are so caring. Management always is available if I have any questions. 100 % in my book always welcomed with a smile. " More
Brookdale Cape Coral
Provides: Assisted Living
1416 Country Club Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33990
"My friend moved into Brookdale. It was clean, friendly, they greet everybody, and there were not so many people. They have singers that come in, some entertainment that comes in, games they play,..." More
"My friend moved into Brookdale. It was clean, friendly, they greet everybody, and there were not so many people. They have singers that come in, some entertainment that comes in, games they play,..." More
The Opal of Cape Coral
Provides: Assisted Living
4920 Viceroy Court, Cape Coral, FL 33904
"Staff is very good and caring. I have appreciated my opportunity to be here." More
"Staff is very good and caring. I have appreciated my opportunity to be here." More
Keystone Place at Four Mile Cove
Provides: Assisted Living
1701 Four Mile Cove Parkway, Cape Coral, FL 33990
"Great place best I have been to." More
"Great place best I have been to." More
The Waters of Cape Coral
Provides: Assisted Living
2219 Chiquita Blvd South, Cape Coral, FL 33991
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Gulf Coast Village
Provides: Assisted Living
1333 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33991
"The transitional housing for rehab has a cute cafe where you can share meals and great conversations with the other patients. Your friends and family are allowed to join in on the fun. The food..." More
"The transitional housing for rehab has a cute cafe where you can share meals and great conversations with the other patients. Your friends and family are allowed to join in on the fun. The food..." More
Topic’s AFCH
Provides: Assisted Living
4231 Erindale Drive, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
"My sister is at Topics AFCH. I chose this place because it is exactly what I wanted. What impressed me the most was that it's a very small place. There are only five clients there since it is..." More
"My sister is at Topics AFCH. I chose this place because it is exactly what I wanted. What impressed me the most was that it's a very small place. There are only five clients there since it is..." More
Atrium at Liberty Park
Provides: Assisted Living
1321 NE 24th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL 33909
"My father loves Atrium at Liberty Park. It's wonderful. They take good care of him. He's clean, he has his own private apartment, and he's very happy there. The dining area is beautiful. The food..." More
"My father loves Atrium at Liberty Park. It's wonderful. They take good care of him. He's clean, he has his own private apartment, and he's very happy there. The dining area is beautiful. The food..." More
Cape Villa Assisted Living Facility
Provides: Assisted Living
4216 SW 5th PL, Cape Coral, FL 33914
"I visited this facility for my aunt. I like the homie atmosphere. The facility is beautiful and because of the size my aunt will be able to get more one on one care. The staffs are friendly and..." More
"I visited this facility for my aunt. I like the homie atmosphere. The facility is beautiful and because of the size my aunt will be able to get more one on one care. The staffs are friendly and..." More
Caring Star 2016
Cape Coral Shores Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
1318 Santa Barbara, Cape Coral, FL 33991
"My mother-in-law is at Cape Coral Shores. It is absolutely positively most excellent. I'm a retired nurse who also worked in the field, and I still would rate Cape Coral Shores far and above any..." More
"My mother-in-law is at Cape Coral Shores. It is absolutely positively most excellent. I'm a retired nurse who also worked in the field, and I still would rate Cape Coral Shores far and above any..." More
Cape Chateau
Provides: Assisted Living
804 S.E. 16TH PLACE, Cape Coral, FL 33990
"My mother is at Cape Chateau. It is a really small community with very friendly people. She seems to be fine, and happy where she is right now. The lady who runs it is really super-friendly. She is..." More
"My mother is at Cape Chateau. It is a really small community with very friendly people. She seems to be fine, and happy where she is right now. The lady who runs it is really super-friendly. She is..." More
Dornoch Place
Provides: Assisted Living
2728 SE 16 Place, Cape Coral, FL 33904
"My sister is at Dornoch Place. It is a small community, so it is more personal. The residents seem to be enjoying themselves and they seem to love where they are. The grounds are clean. The..." More
"My sister is at Dornoch Place. It is a small community, so it is more personal. The residents seem to be enjoying themselves and they seem to love where they are. The grounds are clean. The..." More
Caring Star 2013
Pondella Serenity Court
Provides: Assisted Living
1923 NE 6th Street, Cape Coral, FL 33909
"Pondella Serenity provided exemplary care more our Mother. The limited number of residents allows for individualized supervision and care beyond one receives in larger corporate run facilities. The..." More
"Pondella Serenity provided exemplary care more our Mother. The limited number of residents allows for individualized supervision and care beyond one receives in larger corporate run facilities. The..." More
The Woodlands
Provides: Assisted Living
825 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral, FL 33991
"The Woodlands was the best among all the places I visited. It looked very clean. They had a lot of staff on hand, who seemed to really care about their residents. If I had to put my father-in-law..." More
"The Woodlands was the best among all the places I visited. It looked very clean. They had a lot of staff on hand, who seemed to really care about their residents. If I had to put my father-in-law..." More
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fort Myers
The commercial center of Lee County, Fort Meyers has grown rapidly in recent years and now has a population of almost 80,000 — over 18 percent are seniors age 65 and over. Fort Myers is home to 23 assisted living facilities with another 15 communities in surrounding areas such as Cape Coral and Lehigh Acres. There are three types of assisted living communities in the state, and they are licensed based on the standard of care they provide.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fort Myers
- The American Lung Association grades Lee County, home of Fort Myers, as a B for ozone and an A for particle pollutants. These are good scores because ozone and particle pollutants in the air can make respiratory conditions worse.
- The cost of living in Fort Myers is right on par with the national average, but areas like Fort Myers Beach are more expensive due to the higher cost of housing.
- With 12.35 violent crimes per 1,000 residents per year, Fort Myers' crime rate is more than triple the national average. The average crime rate in Florida is 4.3.
- Florida collects a 6 percent sales tax on most purchases but doesn't have a state income tax, which includes pensions, 401(k) and social security income.
- Summers in Fort Myers are long and hot. Average highs are in the 80s and 90s for most of the year, and the winters are short and mild with average lows in the 50s. With high humidity, summer seasons include frequent thunderstorms.
- Fort Myers has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Lee County Friendship Centers, an organization that provides services for seniors that include wellness clinics, nutrition programs and dining sites.
Paying for Assisted Living in Fort Myers
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Fort Myers start around $3,053 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 Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers
Seniors who need financial assistance with the cost of services at assisted living facilities may qualify for the state's Medicaid Long-Term Care or Assistive Care Services programs. The plans don't cover room-and-board fees, but the MLTC program does negotiate those fees on behalf of participants.
The state does allow family supplementation, which means family members can contribute to long-term care costs without affecting Medicaid eligibility or benefits. Florida's optional state supplementation (OSS) payment for SSI recipients can also help.
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 Fort Myers
Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Myers
Fort Myers-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.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fort Myers, FL
Paying for Assisted Living in Fort Myers, FL
Free Assisted Living Resources in Fort Myers, FL
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Myers, FL
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Fort Myers
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Review of The Rose Garden of Ft Myers
We've been very pleased with The Rose Garden of Ft Myers. It has a very pleasant atmosphere when you go in. They have seating that's like a large living room. It's very clean and everybody has been... Read more
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Review of The Palms of Fort Myers
My parents moved into the Palms in July, 2019. Before moving them, I visited over a dozen retirement communities. Not one felt as warm and loving as the Palms, it truly is an extraordinary commun... Read more
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Review of Amavida Senior Living
Amavida Senior Living is a brand new facility, lovely, and we talked to some of the staff that were walking in the halls, and they seemed to be happy working there. We talked to a couple of residen... Read more
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