Fort Myers rests on the coast of Southwest Florida in Lee County. The city is home to 25 assisted living facilities, which charge an estimated monthly fee of $5,675. As a result, local costs prove higher than the Florida state median of $4,750. They also exceed the expected national cost of $5,350.
The following guide provides more information about assisted living in Fort Myers and includes a list of 870 reviews reviews of facilities in the city. With an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars, these communities showcase the high quality of care that seniors have access to in the area.
7820 Fanning Court, Fort Myers, FL 33907
4.6
(21 reviews)
"Rooms are spacious, well-designed, and in excellent condition. Maid service once a week. Staff at every level are kind, caring, and provide excellent service. Facilities are beautiful and include pools, tennis and pickleball courts, Activities are p..."
$3,795
CARING STARS WINNER
14001 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33912
4.5
(26 reviews)
"We will be putting Dad to American House Fort Myers and we chose it just because of the newness of the facility, the cleanliness, and the amount of residents that they currently had was a smaller amount. The care ratio was very good. It was like 7 re..."
$4,600
6870 Alister Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912
4.8
(7 reviews)
"Discovery Commons is a special place. Julia and her staff go above and beyond in understanding individual needs and maintaining a nurturing and caring environment for their residents. My mother immediately felt welcome and a part of her new extended ..."
$3,480
PROMOTION!
7460 Lake Breeze Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907
3.9
(59 reviews)
"We just recently moved my parents into assisted living at Brookdale Cypress lake. From the moment we walked in the front door, we experienced the true caring of all of the staff from reception to housekeeping nursing activities, and more absolutely t..."
$2,845
14521 Lakewood Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919
4.2
(8 reviews)
"We toured The Opal at Lakes Park. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. The building is very nice, neat, and clean. They have a nice garden area where people can sit outside. There's a lot of nature out there. It's very nature-like outside. T..."
$3,000
3800 La Rue Street, Fort Myers, FL 33905
We are a Residential home designed to provide the highest quality care for our residents with activities of daily living, in a safe, loving, comfortable environment just as if they were in their own home. The newly renovated spacious home is an 8-bedroom/8-bathroom ranch-style house in a beautiful serene neighborhood, but close to everything. Our residents can choose between a shared master suite w/private bathroom, or a private bedroom with their own private bathroom. We also have private bedrooms w/shared bathrooms. The floorplan provides an excellent balance of privacy and community. Our home is designed for those who require assistance with activities of daily living, but still want to feel like they are at home - rather than in a large institutionalized environment. Our small residential home provides seniors with opportunities for mental and physical well-being in a safe and supportive environment. We are passionate about changing the way we take care of our seniors in our community and creating an environment where our residents feel loved, cared for, safe, respected and connected! As we get older, it becomes more important for us to be around people who care, and whom we can trust with the most intimate details of our lives, physically and mentally. That is where Thandi's truly differentiates itself from the larger, more intimidating institutions (Big Box Facilities). Our home, which is located in a residential neighborhood does not even look like a senior assisted living community. It is designed to feel just like home, while providing all of the safety features the elderly require, like grab bars, entry ramps, bright lighting and more, without feeling like a commercial facility. With a RALS (Residential Assisted Living Specialist) Owner/Manager, 24-hour certified caregivers, homecooked meals and snacks, attention to detail when it comes to individualized are, our residents feel safe and supported, and part of a family. We understand what it's like to be responsible for taking care of an elderly person. One's entire world can change in an instant when you are charged with becoming a caregiver to mom or dad, and it can take its toll very quickly. We provide you with peace of mind, you will always have our contact details, giving you first-hand access to your loved one's care. Our personal monitoring systems are in place to ensure our residents have the utmost safety and care provided. You will have the comfort of knowing that your loved one is content, healthy and secure - 24Hr CCTV Security - Whole Home Backup Generator - personal monitoring and door/window monitoring devices - thanks to everything we have in place in our care home, and our amazing staff who are dedicated to our resident's well-being 24Hrs a day.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration
$4,500
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2674 Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers, FL 33901
4.5
(65 reviews)
"My aunt moved to The Palms of Fort Myers. They have many activities. There are five different floors. Three rooms on each floor are designated for things like arts and crafts, reading, board games, and card games. They have a little happy hour twice ..."
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36 Barkley Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33907
4.5
(31 reviews)
"Merrill Gardens at Barkley Place was nice. The food was good. They have pretty decent pricing. The pool location was nice. They have a nice bar there. They have activities and a nice gym. They also have happy hours four times a week. The facility was..."
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2117 Earl Road, Fort Myers, FL 33901
4.5
(25 reviews)
"We toured The Rose Garden of Fort Myers assisted living and that was nice. Priscilla, the one that handles admissions, was awesome and helpful. The patients were happy and they all were interacting with one another. That's where we were looking to pu..."
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9731 Commerce Center Court, Fort Myers, FL 33908
4.4
(33 reviews)
"Barrington Terrace of Fort Myers was the best one that I visited. The people that worked there, the facility, and the amount of care needed for my mom would have been perfect, because she was an in-between. They could have provided everything she nee..."
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2619 Forum Boulevard,, Fort Myers, FL 33905
4.3
(62 reviews)
"My husband has moved into Discovery Village at the Forum. He's still in independent living so far. The main issue is that it looks like a hotel. It does not look like a nursing home. It's very nice. The accommodations are very nice. Everyone's quite ..."
$3,720
CARING STARS WINNER
2525 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
4.2
(66 reviews)
"I'm already at Calusa Harbour. It's very well run. The price is good, which is a big deal. It's right on the river. And if there's a problem in the building, they will help you and take care of you. During Hurricane Ian, all the people who were livin..."
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13921 Shell Point Plaza, Fort Myers, FL 33908
4.3
(39 reviews)
"Shell Point Retirement Community is excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and I highly recommend it to anybody that is thinking about a retirement community. I think it's one of the best you can find anywhere. They have all different room styles..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
10200 Cypress Cove Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908
4.3
(31 reviews)
"I would like to thank Robert and the entire staff for taking care of my mother Patricia. Top notch facility!!! The rooms and food were exceptional, and the therapist were awesome too. These individuals deserve so much credit. All of these caregivers..."
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12780 Kenwood Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33907
4.5
(9 reviews)
"Springwood Court is a very small, homey residence with around 85 patients. The unit was one large room with a little kitchen and a bath. The place was very clean, and it smelled fresh. The people in the community seemed very happy, and the workers we..."
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15101 SHELL POINT BLVD., Fort Myers, FL 33908
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother moved in Shell Point Larsen Pavilion in August of 2006 and died in December of 2010. My father and I liked them very much and I give them two thumbs up. We thought they did a good job. They had activities there. I liked that there were faci..."
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6722 WINKLER RD., Fort Myers, FL 33901
3.6
(5 reviews)
"This is the closest thing to family living that I have seen. ..."
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15800 Beachwalk Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33908
3.4
(7 reviews)
"Great community- caring staff and wonderful amenities. everything about this place screams high end senior living. More than that, they actually care for the people who call this place home..."
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2580 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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 facilities . The rooms are clean and cozy . The reside..."
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9331 Via San Giovanni Street, Fort Myers, FL 33905
5.0
(1 reviews)
"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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Assisted Living
Zan854
4.0
Review of American House Fort Myers
American House Fort Myers felt like being on a cruise ship. We didn't consider it for my brother because that's not his style. It was very fancy. The apartments were big. They all opened up into...
Provider response
Zan854, thank you for taking the time to visit our community! We appreciate your feedback.
Assisted Living
Deanna
4.0
Review of American House Fort Myers
My mom is at American House Fort Myers. We like everything about them, but the price is too high for what my mom makes. If it wasn't so expensive, I would not move her. It was a temporary situation...
Provider response
Thank your for your kind words. We are fortunate to have an opportunity to know your mother and family. She will be missed! We have a napkin ring she made too! Be well!
Assisted Living
Jennifer
5.0
Review of The Palms of Fort Myers
My aunt moved to The Palms of Fort Myers. They have many activities. There are five different floors. Three rooms on each floor are designated for things like arts and crafts, reading, board games,...
Provider response
Thank you, Jennifer, for your detailed and positive review of The Palms of Fort Myers! We’re thrilled to hear that your aunt is enjoying her new home and taking advantage of our many activities and...
Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey states that assisted living communities in Fort Myers charge around $5,675 per month for care and services. Observing other South Florida cities, seniors can save approximately $425 per month in Miami and $600 in Naples. Additionally, Punta Gorda offers significantly lower assisted living rates at $3,724. However, Fort Myers proves affordable when compared to the $5,885 seniors pay in Port St. Lucie.
Fort Myers
$5,675
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Naples
$5,068
Punta Gorda
$3,724
Miami
$5,250
Port St. Lucie
$5,885
In Fort Myers, the average cost for assisted living is $4,334 per month, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey. That rate comes in above the Florida state average of $4,000 but below the national average of $4,500.
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.
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 can choose from many types of care. The most affordable senior care option in Fort Myers is adult day care, at just $867 per month. In-home care sees similar costs to assisted living at $5,720. Home health care rates increase slightly to account for light medical services, settling at $6,292. Offering more comprehensive care and supervision than assisted living facilities, nursing homes have the highest monthly cost of $10,053 for semi-private rooms.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$867
Assisted Living Facility
$5,675
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,053
Note: Since data for Fort Myers is unavailable, we used data from the nearest city, Cape Coral, instead.
Because it can be challenging moving to a new area or finding programs that suit individual needs, seniors and their families can seek assistance from organizations and programs we’ve vetted below.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida | (866) 413-5337 | The AAASWFL serves several counties, including Lee, and focuses on aiding seniors 60 years of age and up. Its Elder Helpline makes it easier for callers to learn about and access useful programs. When appropriate, the AAASWFL also conducts benefit screenings for government-funded services. Its other areas of focus include health and wellness programs and elder abuse prevention. |
| Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (850) 414-2323 | The LTCOP can be an ally for residents of assisted living facilities and their families. Its trained volunteers educate seniors about their rights, and they also help resolve conflicts and complaints. Among other areas, the LTCOP assists with matters concerning medication management issues, housekeeping concerns and a facility's food quality. |
| Lee County Veteran Services | (239) 533-8381 | The Veteran Services office assists senior military veterans and their surviving spouses and dependents with matters such as disability compensation and non-service-connected pensions with and without Aid & Attendance benefits. The office also assists with accessing health care benefits and appeals. |
| Senior Friendship Centers | (239) 275-1881 | There are many Senior Friendship Centers in Lee County that support aging seniors with fun engaging activities and many opportunities to socialize. They also aid caregivers and run educational programs. Case management assistance is available, too. |
| Florida Senior Legal Helpline | (888) 895-7873 | A free service, the Senior Legal Helpline focuses on assisting callers 60 years of age and older. Attorneys and paralegals staff the helpline answering questions about matters such as probate law and advance directives, elder abuse and Social Security. The helpline also makes referrals. The helpline is confidential. |
Fort Myers 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.
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