The Grove at Trelago
901 Vista Trelago, Maitland, FL, 32751
3.3
(4 reviews)
"Nice place for my mom. Only complaint is food is not that great. ..."
READ MOREHome to recreational and cultural amenities, outstanding scenery and high-quality long-term care facilities, Lake Mary is an attractive retirement option. The city has nearly 17,000 residents and a large senior community that makes up about a fifth of the population. Local organizations, such as the senior center, support a social environment for retirees, and benefits such as the lack of state income tax and very low crime rates, appeal to older adults seeking affordability and safety.
Lake Mary also has several assisted living communities to meet the social and recreational needs of older adults. These residential communities feature daily activities programming, meal services and housekeeping, along with individualized care plans for those who need a helping hand throughout the day. Many facilities accommodate pets, and some have resort-style amenities, such as multiple dining options, spas and swimming pools. Assisted living facilities in Lake Mary charge $4,000 per month for care. This is equal to the Florida average and hundreds of dollars below the national norm of $4,500.
Through this guide, readers can find more information on assisted living in Lake Mary, including options for paying for care. It also includes a list of resources that serve area seniors.
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901 Vista Trelago, Maitland, FL, 32751
3.3
(4 reviews)
"Nice place for my mom. Only complaint is food is not that great. ..."
READ MORE1580 Drayton Avenue, Deltona, FL, 32725
"Sweet Home At Last is a premier residential Assisted Living Facility located in Deltona, Florida. Providing exceptional and affordable resid..."
READ MORE906 Spring Valley Road, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32714
"At Bridgeport Senior Living, we believe that there is a better way to provide dementia care than the traditional "institutional model" and w..."
READ MORE955 Stonewood Lane, Maitland, FL, 32751
"At Bridgeport Senior Living, we believe that there is a better way to provide dementia care than the traditional "institutional model" and w..."
READ MORE3441 West 1st Street, Sanford, FL, 32771
"Leave your worries behind and live in a vacation! Our families enjoy exceptional hospitality and care services in a fun, relaxed resort-styl..."
READ MORE413 Clark St, Maitland, FL, 32751
" I, Annastacia, will be caring for my lovely patients, providing compassion and help for those needing assistance with daily activities; pr..."
READ MORE2825 Waldens Pond Cove, Longwood, FL, 32779
"Welcome to Compassionate Care - Nestled in the Heart of Longwood Arrows Senior Care by Majestic Residences is a warm and welcoming 6-bed ..."
READ MORE1301 W. Maitland, Maitland, FL, 32751
3.6
(37 reviews)
"Great community and home for seniors . They have a great and caring team, residents are loved and cared for, activities brings lots of fun and meaningful memories are shared throughout the day. Great environment whenever I visit family and friends th..."
READ MORE700 E. Welch Road, Apopka, FL, 32712
4.5
(19 reviews)
"Mom was at Wellsprings for almost 2years the staff was awesome caring loving and attenative. It was a wonderful experience having mom there. We could rest knowing mom was taken care by the best. It’s more like friends living together under one roof. ..."
READ MORE520 Lanyard Lane, Debary, FL, 32713
5.0
(12 reviews)
"My wife was a resident at Lanyard Manor for more than two years where I visited her almost daily. During these visits (at different times of the day) I never witnessed anything but great care and consideration by Greg and Theresa and the staff. They..."
READ MORE450 Oviedo Blvd., Oviedo, FL, 32765
5.0
(6 reviews)
"Memory Lane Cottage features a unique "Home Based" model, breaking the mold of a typical memory care assisted living facility. Each resident..."
READ MORE1525 HAVEN DR, Oviedo, FL, 32765
4.7
(7 reviews)
"I'm at the Lutheran Haven assisted living right now. I like it very much here because everybody is so friendly and the staff is wonderful. They have three different sizes of rooms: a large room that will accommodate two people, the middle size, and t..."
READ MORE404 Spring Valley Road, Altamonte Springs, FL, 32714
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I like Bridgeport Senior Living and everything is okay. The staff is very nice. My brother is getting occupational and physical therapy. They also do coloring, parties, puzzles, and there's a lady who comes and sings karaoke with them. They also brin..."
READ MORE740 N. Wymore Rd, Maitland, FL, 32751
4.8
(5 reviews)
"A warm cozy homey place with licensed nurses and a loving staff of care..."
READ MORE3601 Red Bug Lake Road, Casselberry, FL, 32707
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Red Bug was very nice to us but it’s a little bit more expensive. The rooms were very nice -- big enough -- and they showed us one that you could share with somebody else. They showed us how people have them all setup, and then there is one that is o..."
READ MORE5080 WAYSIDE DRIVE, Sanford, FL, 32771
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at Four Seasons ALF treated my mom like she was a part of their family. Over the years we experienced several ALF facilities and the love and care provided by Four Seasons was superior. From the moment you step in the door the place feels ..."
READ MORE430 Plumosa Ave, Casselberry, FL, 32707
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I was sent to Pathways to Care because my children had many excuses why they could not take me in after a motor vehicle accident. The people were very nice to me. As a vegetarian they always made sure to cook fish for me if there was no item on the..."
READ MORE3355 E Semoran Boulevard, Apopka, FL, 32703
4.5
(4 reviews)
"Just awesome, caring people..."
READ MORE300 W Airport Blvd, Sanford, FL, 32773
4.4
(5 reviews)
"I visited here. The rooms were beautiful. The staff was wonderful. The food looked great. Everything there looked absolutely the way I wanted. They had loads of activities. They had everything that I wanted. They had bingo every day. They had someone..."
READ MORE558 N SEMORAN BLVD, Winter Park, FL, 32792
3.0
(21 reviews)
"I went by to look at Westchester of Winter Park. I didn't talk to anyone about it. I thought that it was very nice and since they're rated as a four, they must be good. It was a nice, large room. I haven't seen any others to compare them, but I liked..."
READ MOREThe Florida Agency for Health Care Administration oversees assisted living facilities in Lake Mary and has rigorous licensing standards in place to ensure consistently high-quality care. It also publishes information on residents’ rights and provides an in-depth look at the rules facilities follow related to staffing, staff training, care planning and nutrition services.
Lake Mary seniors pay monthly assisted living rates of $4,000.
At $4,000 per month, assisted living costs in Lake Mary are comparable to rates in other Central Florida cities. Care costs in Lakeland and Sebring tend to be lower at $3,300 and $3,436, respectively, potentially offering significant monthly savings. In Palm Bay, rates are about $460 higher than in Lake Mary, and in The Villages, care costs are even higher at $5,208. Statewide and nationally, rates average $4,000 and $4,500, respectively.
Lake Mary
$4,000
Florida
$4,000
United States
$4,500
The Villages
$5,208
Lakeland
$3,300
Palm Bay
$4,461
Sebring
$3,436
Assisted living facilities in Lake Mary charge $4,000 per month for services. This is about half the cost of nursing home care, which has base rates of $8,060. Assisted living is also an economical alternative to in-home care and specialized home health care, which average $4,767. Adult day health care costs significantly less than assisted living, with monthly fees averaging $1,463.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,463
Assisted Living Facility
$4,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,060
Note: Data for Lake Mary was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Orlando, was used instead.
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.
Lake Mary residents have access to several local agencies and programs that can help them find the right long-term care options for their needs. The following resource table includes information specialists, legal advisors and veterans’ services officers who can help seniors assess their assisted living options and determine solutions for paying for care.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Lake Mary Senior Center | (407) 585-1466 | The Lake Mary Senior Center is open to city residents aged 55 and over. It hosts social and recreational activities, including yoga and writing workshops. The center is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and it has indoor rental spaces available for private functions. |
Senior Resource Alliance | (407) 514-1800 | Senior Resource Alliance has information specialists who listen to seniors’ needs and make recommendations for community-based resources, such as medical equipment loan programs, prescription drug assistance and transportation. The organization can also provide benefits screening and assistance with filing applications for programs, such as Social Security. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (407) 245-0651 | Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program serves local seniors through the East Central district office in Orlando. Seniors and families can contact the ombudsman for help with understanding residents’ rights and reporting substandard care. The ombudsman can also help seniors review assisted living contracts and find ways to pay for services. |
Stepping Stone Medical Equipment Bank | (407) 649-4100 | The Stepping Stone Medical Equipment Bank provides free medical equipment loans and very low-cost sales of refurbished equipment. Through this nonprofit program, seniors can obtain commode chairs, transfer benches, shower seats, wheelchairs, power scooters and walkers. |
Legal Aid Society | (407) 834-1660 | The local Legal Aid Society provides free advice and assistance with civil legal issues, such as applying for state and federal benefits, disputing denied health insurance claims and assigning powers of attorney. The organization can also help older adults find solutions for paying for long-term care. |
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (407) 298-4180 | RSVP provides volunteer placement services to older adults in the Lake Mary region. Through this program, those aged 55 and over can serve their communities through veterans’ mentorship programs, tutoring in local schools and maintaining community gardens. |
Seminole County Veterans Services | (407) 665-2347 | The county’s Veterans’ Services Office has trained staff members who specialize in screening veterans for eligibility for programs, such as Aid and Attendance and community care. The office can also provide referrals for community-based veterans’ services. |
Lake Mary 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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