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10579 101St Avenue, Seminole, FL, 33772
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READ MORELocated in Pinellas County and with a population of 82,485, Largo is one of the largest cities in the Tampa Bay area. The 2020 census found that almost 26% of its residents are aged 65+, a percentage significantly higher than the national average of 16.5. There are many reasons why Largo is so popular with seniors, such as its wonderful climate, below-average cost of living, free door-to-door transit services and very good air quality. Seniors are also within easy reach of excellent health care facilities, such as Largo Medical Center.
Largo’s numerous assisted living facilities provide safe and comfortable homes for seniors no longer able to perform some activities without support. They’re staffed by housekeepers who take on the cleaning and laundry duties, chefs who prepare nutritious meals and managers who organize social events that enable residents to enjoy their time together. According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the typical monthly fee is $3,225, which is a significant saving on the Florida average of $3,700.
The remainder of this guide considers the benefits and drawbacks of living in Largo and the costs of senior care in the region. It also lists some senior-friendly resources.
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READ MOREThe Bureau of Health Facility Regulation, part of the Agency for Health Care Administration, is responsible for monitoring, regulating and licensing assisted living facilities in Florida. Its work includes inspecting facilities to ensure they continue to abide by the terms of their licenses and working with other departments involved in senior care, such as the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
At $3,225 per month, Largo’s assisted living fees are below the state average of $3,700. The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey also reveals the city’s typical senior pays $1,075 less than the average American for similar assisted living services.
With the exception of Sebring, where seniors expect to pay around $2,895 for assisted living services, Largo is the most affordable city in the region. For example, about 85 minutes south in North Port, average costs leap by $663 to $3,888, while 60 minutes east in Lakeland, they rise further still to $3,945.
Largo
$3,225
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Lakeland
$3,945
North Port
$3,888
Sebring
$2,895
The attraction of assisted living in Largo is best explained by comparing it to the costs for care at home. Agencies providing homemaker services typically charge $4,195 per month — $970 more than assisted living — while the addition of medical care from home health aides sees costs rise by another $381. Adult day care is more affordable for able-bodied seniors, at $1,993, while those who need nursing home care typically pay $9,946 for a semiprivate room and an additional $1,445 for a private one.
Homemaker Services
$4,195
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,993
Assisted Living Facility
$3,225
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,946
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$11,391
Note: Data for Largo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tampa, was used instead.
Residents of assisted living facilities in Largo may be eligible for financial assistance through the Medicaid Long Term Care Program and the Assistive Care Services waiver. Additional funding may also be available for the Optional State Supplement for seniors 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.
Largo’s seniors can access numerous resources dedicated to enriching their lives and providing help when they need it. These resources can help veterans who require medical care, seniors in dispute with their care providers and those who need legal advice. There’s also a resource for seniors who want to give back to their community.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Key Largo VA Clinic | (305) 451-0164 | Open weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4.30 p.m., the Key Largo VA Clinic provides medical support to the city's U.S. military veterans, their spouses and dependents. The clinic's staff can help seniors with speech, balance and hearing issues, while its family doctors can help those who need primary care and its cardiologists are available for those with heart and circulation problems. There's also support for patients struggling with their mental health. Those who need care not provided at the clinic are referred to other facilities within the VA Miami Health Care network. |
Seniors in Service | (813) 932-5228 | Seniors in Service is a Tampa-based nonprofit that specializes in matching adults aged 55 and older who want to help their communities with organizations that require volunteers to serve those most in need in Pinellas County. Volunteers can offer as much time as they can spare and are typically matched with nonprofits who need the volunteer's specific skills; although general help is also in demand, such as delivering meals to homebound seniors. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (888) 831-0404 | Seniors concerned about the quality of their care can raise their concerns with the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The department will investigate the complaint and pursue a resolution with the senior's care provider. Ombudsmen also educate seniors about their rights and provide copies of inspection reports for those comparing assisted living facilities as possible locations for their long-term care. |
Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. | (800) 963-5337 | Although the agency is primarily focused on helping seniors age comfortably in their own homes, it can also support those in residential care facilities. For example, it has counselors who can advise seniors on all matters related to Medicare and victim advocates who can help those who have been scammed. There are also people who can assist seniors diagnosed with age-related conditions, such as Alzheimer's. |
Largo-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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