The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake Alfred, FL for 2024
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Lake Alfred, FL below include 31 Assisted Living facilities with 474 reviews. On average in Lake Alfred, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.0 out of 5 stars.
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Assisted Living Facilities in Lake Alfred, Florida
"Southern Gardens have a lot of nurses on staff and everyone worked well together. The facility is very spacious and I didn’t hear anybody complained about the food.
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"I am a friend of a resident here who has been here for a couple years , I visit regularly and all the staff here is friendly and caring , the place always smells good. The staff always try to keep the place clean. The owners are always there and tak..."
"Grand Villa of Lakeland was beautiful. It was more like a cruise ship than a living facility. The staff were very good and very accommodating. The dining area was also beautiful. They would take you off campus (to your doctor's appointment or shoppin..."
"Brookdale Winter Haven was beautiful. It had wide, wide hallways. It was bright, cheerful, clean, and immaculate. It's a little bit pricey. We saw the assisted living. You don't change rooms unless you have to go to memory care. The experience was ve..."
"We looked at Lake Howard Heights. They had plenty of things to do. We like it. The rooms were good size. The people were excellent. The staff who gave the tour were very nice people. They were open to any questions. They were very nice...."
"Brookdale Highlands was new and it looked clean. The staff was very nice and very helpful. They had some options for a one-bedroom or a two-bedroom apartment. I think I prefer the two-bedroom apartment because the bedroom and the living room are sepa..."
"We went to tour and they offered a lot of activities there, but they didn't have a van that would take you to the doctor or the stores if you wanted to go pick up a few things. They showed us a studio room and it was very big. You could put a lot of ..."
"The Club at Bartow was beautiful. The people there were very interested in why we were there. They talked to us. The residents and the staff were very friendly and very informative. Everybody seemed to love everything about it. The apartments were be..."
"I liked Lake Morton Plaza. I didn't like that it was a high rise, but I liked the way the little apartments were set up. They were really spacious. They were set up, so that you could put your furniture or store things. I thought it was really pretty..."
"My sister and I visited best care for my dad, along with 3 other Facilities. Best care had the nicest building, the best prices, and the nicest staff. My dad has been living here for 3 months now and he loves it. Would definitely recommend!..."
"I have been here for about 5 years. I love what I see. I just love the people who care for me. I love the amenities. I love how clean and smooth things are ran. They do a super job of caring for me. The food is great wonder & Phillip are amazing. The..."
"My mother-in-law moved in at Arbor Oaks at Lakeland Hills. Her unit is unfurnished, with 1 bedroom and a nice bathroom. Some units are more spacious than others. Three meals are included per day. They have a lot of activities, like bingo, crafts, hap..."
"My mother-in-law is a resident of Savannah Court of Lakeland, and I'm very happy with it. It is a very nice and very caring environment. The staff is very accommodating, very attentive, and I am very pleased. Her room is very nice, very comfortable, ..."
"My mother has been at Grace Manor Suites for a couple of months now. They're a pretty nice, family-oriented place. It's a good community. My mom's pretty picky with food, so she's always complaining about it, but I've tried their food and I thought i..."
"I was considering Golden Age Senior Living Care of Bristol, but they didn't have an actual memory care facility. It's a very good place, but smaller than the others. If an elderly person no longer wants to stay in their house and just needs assistanc..."
"The Glades at ChampionsGate was very good. We thought it was perfect for us. Everything we needed was there. The problem is, it's a bit expensive, but all these places are. Two meals a day are included in that, plus TV and internet. The staff was goo..."
"We found The Manor at Lake Morton for Mom. It's relatively new and it's beautiful. The facilities and the rooms are beautiful and well maintained. The staff is very caring and helpful. My mother tells me that they are nice to her. She has made friend..."
"Over the years I have had 3 relatives with the New Horizon family. All have have been consistent in kindness and caring from the Administrator, Care staff, Cooks, Housekeeping and Maintenance. The home and units are clean, food tastey and activities ..."
"My cousin has been at The Meadows at Cypress Gardens for a couple of months now. I am happy. The people and the manager are very nice. They clean and wash his clothes. They have Bingo, they play cards, listen to music, and drive to outside entertainm..."
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lake Alfred
The city of Lake Alfred in central Florida is a thriving business hub due to its proximity to the Orlando and Tampa International Airports. Although the city continues to grow, it still retains its friendly, neighborhood charm, making it an attractive place for seniors to live. Prospective senior residents can choose from among the 31 assisted living facilities in the area, two of which are located within city limits. These ALFs, and all others located within the state, are regulated by Florida’s Bureau of Health Facility Regulation.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lake Alfred
Polk Transit Services provides public transportation to residents of Polk County, including those living in Lake Alfred. Passengers aged 65 years and older qualify for discounted fares. Buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts and kneelers for easy boarding.
The state of Florida has a no-income-tax policy. Additionally, it does not deduct taxes on Social Security retirement or pension benefits, which allows seniors living in Lake Alfred to enjoy significant savings.
The Lakeland-Winter Haven area, which includes Lake Alfred, is tied in first place for having the cleanest metropolitan area in the country for 24-hour particle pollution. This translates to healthier air quality for seniors who are dealing with chronic respiratory conditions.
Lake Alfred's climate is conducive for many outdoor leisure activities and the city has mostly sunny days throughout the year. Its comfort index is listed at 76, which is considerably higher than the national average of 54. Average summer temperatures reach the low 90s, which can cause discomfort to seniors who struggle with the heat. Winter months are relatively comfortable, with an average low temperature of 49 degrees, compared to the national average of 23 degrees.
Lake Alfred’s relatively low crime rate makes it one of the safer places in the state for seniors. The property crime index is listed at 35.8, which is lower than Florida’s 45.1 and the national index of 38.1. The violent crime index also shows a lower value at 25.4, which is markedly better than the state’s index of 35.9 and the national index of 31.1.
Compared to Florida’s overall cost of living index of 111, Lake Alfred registers a more favorable reading of 92. The healthcare index at 94 is lower than the national index of 100, allowing for slightly more affordable healthcare costs for seniors living in the area.
Paying for Assisted Living in Lake Alfred
Assisted Living costs in Lake Alfred 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 Lake Alfred 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.
Cities in Florida
US
$4,000
Lake Wales
$3,812
Kissimmee
$3,303
Lakeland
$3,180
Plant City
$2,900
Winter Haven
$2,821
Haines City
$2,795
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lake Alfred
Florida’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care program offers long-term managed care plans, including assisted living facility services, to qualified Medicaid recipients within the state and the city of Lake Alfred. The Agency for Health Care Administration also provides Assistive Care Services to ALF residents with financial limitations.
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 Lake Alfred
Lake Alfred 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 Lake Alfred, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lake Alfred
Lake Alfred-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Review of The Gardens of Lake Alfred
The Gardens of Lake Alfred was the worst place. We had to move my brother out of there. The staff members were awful (from the manager down to the cleaning lady). They were not attentive. From our...
I toured Southern Gardens in Lake Alfred in person. I would not recommend it. I thought it was horrible, and that's my personal opinion. I will never put my father there. It was very depressing....
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Lake Alfred Assisted Living and Retirement
I am a friend of a resident here who has been here for a couple years , I visit regularly and all the staff here is friendly and caring , the place always smells good. The staff always try to keep...