Assisted Living in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Located along Florida’s picturesque Treasure Coast, Port Saint Lucie is home to nearly 205,000 people. Considered one of the best places to retire in all of the United States, the city has gained popularity with seniors for its warm year-round climate, low crime rates, affordable living costs and abundance of recreation. In fact, adults aged 65 and older account for 20.5% of this population.
To serve the needs of this demographic, the city offers a variety of long-term care options, including assisted living care. Assisted living facilities provide a safe, welcoming environment where residents receive assistance with day-to-day tasks and personalized care services, often accompanied by daily meals, social activities and wellness programming. In Port Saint Lucie, these communities typically cost $3,763 per month, making it an affordable option compared to both the statewide and national averages.
The following guide offers an overview of assisted living in Port Saint Lucie, including a breakdown of care costs, how seniors can access financial assistance and what local resources are available to support seniors’ needs as they age. It also features a list of some benefits and drawbacks seniors can expect when choosing to retire to Port Saint Lucie.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Port Saint Lucie, FL
The Brennity at Tradition
10685 SW Stony Creek Way, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
I went to The Brennity at Tradition. I looked at assisted living because I found out that independent living is similar to what my mother is doing now. It was like a high-end place; it was like a more
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I went to The Brennity at Tradition. I looked at assisted living because I found out that independent living is similar to what my mother is doing now. It was like a high-end place; it was like a more expensive place. The rooms were a lot bigger, so the prices were a lot higher. The staff was nice. I was able to look at the dining area, but because of COVID or whatever, they would still say you are not allowed to enter the dining facility. They have the same activities. They have a game room, a room where they play things and stuff, and a TV room. It was a very nice place, but it was out of my paying range.
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I went to The Brennity at Tradition. I looked at assisted living because I found out that independent living is similar to what my mother is doing now. It was like a high-end place; it was like a more
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I went to The Brennity at Tradition. I looked at assisted living because I found out that independent living is similar to what my mother is doing now. It was like a high-end place; it was like a more expensive place. The rooms were a lot bigger, so the prices were a lot higher. The staff was nice. I was able to look at the dining area, but because of COVID or whatever, they would still say you are not allowed to enter the dining facility. They have the same activities. They have a game room, a room where they play things and stuff, and a TV room. It was a very nice place, but it was out of my paying range.
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Baxter’s Adult Living Facility
1092 SW Majorca Ave, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34953
This is a small well run facility that provides personal comprehensive care. Communication is excellent. This "home" is very clean and every resident is given close personal attention.
This is a small well run facility that provides personal comprehensive care. Communication is excellent. This "home" is very clean and every resident is given close personal attention.
Sunny Days ALF II
4645 SW Vahalla Street, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34953
I might have put my mother in Sunny Days if I haven’t found another community. Sunny Days is just a house, so it is small. My only complaint is that they have all the people sitting around their dinin
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I might have put my mother in Sunny Days if I haven’t found another community. Sunny Days is just a house, so it is small. My only complaint is that they have all the people sitting around their dining room table so it’s really crowded. It would have annoyed my mother. Otherwise, the people were nice. They weren’t doing any activity that day, but on the wall, they had something coming up.
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I might have put my mother in Sunny Days if I haven’t found another community. Sunny Days is just a house, so it is small. My only complaint is that they have all the people sitting around their dinin
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I might have put my mother in Sunny Days if I haven’t found another community. Sunny Days is just a house, so it is small. My only complaint is that they have all the people sitting around their dining room table so it’s really crowded. It would have annoyed my mother. Otherwise, the people were nice. They weren’t doing any activity that day, but on the wall, they had something coming up.
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Wickshire Port St. Lucie
9825 South US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34952
My mom moved into Wickshire Port St. Lucie last month. Everybody was saying good things about it, and I talked to a couple of the tenants, and they were happy. Everybody seems really, really good espe
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My mom moved into Wickshire Port St. Lucie last month. Everybody was saying good things about it, and I talked to a couple of the tenants, and they were happy. Everybody seems really, really good especially the head guy, Glen. All the administrators seemed good, and I only got to meet one guy that worked there, and that was on the day we moved her in. His grandma and his aunt both stayed there. Mom’s not happy with the food. There are about eight things every day that they can do, some are repeated, some are once a week, but it was more than enough to do, activity wise.
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My mom moved into Wickshire Port St. Lucie last month. Everybody was saying good things about it, and I talked to a couple of the tenants, and they were happy. Everybody seems really, really good espe
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My mom moved into Wickshire Port St. Lucie last month. Everybody was saying good things about it, and I talked to a couple of the tenants, and they were happy. Everybody seems really, really good especially the head guy, Glen. All the administrators seemed good, and I only got to meet one guy that worked there, and that was on the day we moved her in. His grandma and his aunt both stayed there. Mom’s not happy with the food. There are about eight things every day that they can do, some are repeated, some are once a week, but it was more than enough to do, activity wise.
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Palms at St. Lucie West
501 NW Cashmere Boulevard, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986
I went to The Palms at St. Lucie West. The tour was very nice. The lady was very informative. She showed me around and everything. The facility was old-fashioned and that’s what my mother probably wou
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I went to The Palms at St. Lucie West. The tour was very nice. The lady was very informative. She showed me around and everything. The facility was old-fashioned and that’s what my mother probably would like. They offered food, but I wasn’t hungry at the time. They gave me some homemade cookies, which were good. The staff showed me everything like the sitting area, the place where they eat, the place where they watch TV, and the place where they play games and stuff like that. The rooms were tiny, but you don’t want them to stay in the room and you want them to get out. That’s the whole idea, not to stay in the room. The tour was very good. The staff was very nice.
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I went to The Palms at St. Lucie West. The tour was very nice. The lady was very informative. She showed me around and everything. The facility was old-fashioned and that’s what my mother probably wou
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I went to The Palms at St. Lucie West. The tour was very nice. The lady was very informative. She showed me around and everything. The facility was old-fashioned and that’s what my mother probably would like. They offered food, but I wasn’t hungry at the time. They gave me some homemade cookies, which were good. The staff showed me everything like the sitting area, the place where they eat, the place where they watch TV, and the place where they play games and stuff like that. The rooms were tiny, but you don’t want them to stay in the room and you want them to get out. That’s the whole idea, not to stay in the room. The tour was very good. The staff was very nice.
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Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie
3700 Southeast Jennings road, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34952
Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie was a very beautiful place. I liked it. They had little apartments. When you walk in, there’s a bathroom to the right, the bedroom was straight ahead, the little kitchen
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Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie was a very beautiful place. I liked it. They had little apartments. When you walk in, there’s a bathroom to the right, the bedroom was straight ahead, the little kitchen area to the left, and a little outdoor balcony. They were small, but nice and had just enough space. The food was excellent. The staff was very informative and very helpful. They had an arts and crafts room, a lot of activities going on, a lot of trips to go shopping, lunches, and day trips. The grounds, the lobby area, and common areas were beautiful. My friend was very happy there.
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Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie was a very beautiful place. I liked it. They had little apartments. When you walk in, there’s a bathroom to the right, the bedroom was straight ahead, the little kitchen
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Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie was a very beautiful place. I liked it. They had little apartments. When you walk in, there’s a bathroom to the right, the bedroom was straight ahead, the little kitchen area to the left, and a little outdoor balcony. They were small, but nice and had just enough space. The food was excellent. The staff was very informative and very helpful. They had an arts and crafts room, a lot of activities going on, a lot of trips to go shopping, lunches, and day trips. The grounds, the lobby area, and common areas were beautiful. My friend was very happy there.
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The Gardens of Port St. Lucie
1699 SE Lyngate Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34952
The staff is very caring and learn what each resident needs and wants. The rooms are a good size enough room for a bed, chairs or a couch and a small table. The room has a small refrigerator and a g
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The staff is very caring and learn what each resident needs and wants. The rooms are a good size enough room for a bed, chairs or a couch and a small table. The room has a small refrigerator and a good size bathroom. The building and rooms are not fancy by any means but they comfortable, well lit and windows with a view. The food is very good again not fancy but many of the residence are not into eating fancy. My mother is very comfortable here. What i like best is how much the staff cares about the residents and how well they take care of them
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The staff is very caring and learn what each resident needs and wants. The rooms are a good size enough room for a bed, chairs or a couch and a small table. The room has a small refrigerator and a g
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The staff is very caring and learn what each resident needs and wants. The rooms are a good size enough room for a bed, chairs or a couch and a small table. The room has a small refrigerator and a good size bathroom. The building and rooms are not fancy by any means but they comfortable, well lit and windows with a view. The food is very good again not fancy but many of the residence are not into eating fancy. My mother is very comfortable here. What i like best is how much the staff cares about the residents and how well they take care of them
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Treasure Coast Alf Inc
642 Sw Jacoby Ave, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34953
Devoline, owner of Treasure Coast AL and her staff have taken wonderful care of my 97-year old mother, Frances, for over two years.
My mother receives continuous excellent care in a friendly, family-
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Devoline, owner of Treasure Coast AL and her staff have taken wonderful care of my 97-year old mother, Frances, for over two years.
My mother receives continuous excellent care in a friendly, family-like surrounding. She is always groomed and dressed each day and encouraged to participate in activities and conversation. On the occasions when I plan an outing for her, Devoline and her staff always have her dressed and ready,
The meals served are delicious and nutritional. In fact, when visiting around meal time, the meal often smells so good and I think about how nice it would be to stay and join them.
One of the things that offer me the most assurance about the care Mom is getting si that I am able to visit any time. No matter what time I arrive, the house is always neat, clean and free of unpleasant odors normally associated with nursing and assisted living homes. The atmosphere is always warm, caring and serene; I believe it contributes to the ability of the residents to adapt to their new surroundings more easily.
I am very comfortable knowing that my mother is receiving the very best of care and that I don’t have to worry about her when I travel or away from home.
I am also pleased with the fact that doctors and medical care are performed at the residence and that all medications are delivered by a local pharmacy.
During my mother’s tenure at Treasure Coast AL, I have no complaints but have lots of praises. Therefore, I highly recommend Devoline and her staff at Treasure Coast AL as providers of the very best care and quality of life as possible.
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Devoline, owner of Treasure Coast AL and her staff have taken wonderful care of my 97-year old mother, Frances, for over two years.
My mother receives continuous excellent care in a friendly, family-
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Devoline, owner of Treasure Coast AL and her staff have taken wonderful care of my 97-year old mother, Frances, for over two years.
My mother receives continuous excellent care in a friendly, family-like surrounding. She is always groomed and dressed each day and encouraged to participate in activities and conversation. On the occasions when I plan an outing for her, Devoline and her staff always have her dressed and ready,
The meals served are delicious and nutritional. In fact, when visiting around meal time, the meal often smells so good and I think about how nice it would be to stay and join them.
One of the things that offer me the most assurance about the care Mom is getting si that I am able to visit any time. No matter what time I arrive, the house is always neat, clean and free of unpleasant odors normally associated with nursing and assisted living homes. The atmosphere is always warm, caring and serene; I believe it contributes to the ability of the residents to adapt to their new surroundings more easily.
I am very comfortable knowing that my mother is receiving the very best of care and that I don’t have to worry about her when I travel or away from home.
I am also pleased with the fact that doctors and medical care are performed at the residence and that all medications are delivered by a local pharmacy.
During my mother’s tenure at Treasure Coast AL, I have no complaints but have lots of praises. Therefore, I highly recommend Devoline and her staff at Treasure Coast AL as providers of the very best care and quality of life as possible.
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Loving Care of the Treasure Coast LLC
2102 SW Larchmont, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34984
My friend has moved into Loving Care of the Treasure Coast. I saw the place and decided this would be the best thing for her. She is one of six residents that stay there on a permanent basis. It’s a h
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My friend has moved into Loving Care of the Treasure Coast. I saw the place and decided this would be the best thing for her. She is one of six residents that stay there on a permanent basis. It’s a home residential care, and it has a large master bedroom. My friend shares a bedroom with another woman. There is a large yard. She gets her meals, she gets her meds, and she has somebody come in and check her blood pressure. I have taken her out a couple of times from the place and brought her back. They’re always willing to assist and to help. They’re concerned about her condition and treat her with respect and care.
As far as I know, all of the rooms are shared. There are three shared rooms with two people in each of the rooms. It is a large enough room, that my friend has her own space, her own dresser and her own closet where her things are. Considering the options that I had of putting her into an institutionalized place and putting her into something that was a little more personal, I decided that she would best fit into this kind of setting. They have activities except there’s Covid going on right now. Each has his/her recliner in the living room for a TV. They have bingo and certain other activities, but with Covid, they have a lot of restrictions.
Generally, I was told that the owner takes them out to Olive Gardens once a month. When I go to visit, I have to wear a mask and I’m only allowed in certain parts of the house. They take my temperature each time I come in, so precautions are being taken. My friend has only been in there for three weeks now, so I assume as Covid gets repressed, there will be more things available for her. I was there when they served breakfast to her, I was there when they offered her a bowl of fruits just the other day, and I thought that was fun. I was there when they had a turkey dinner for Christmas. She is not losing weight and she is not gaining weight, so I assume she is being well fed.
The facility itself is fine. It is a home, not a resort. It is for people who cannot take care of themselves and need 24/7 supervision. My friend fits into that category because she has dementia. I’m very pleased with the situation so far and I prefer it to putting her into an institutionalized place where she would get lost in the shuffle. It’s clean and well kept. It is reasonable and comfortable. This is the only one I went into in person and when I saw it, I said this is the best fit and I didn’t have to look further. They are personable and that’s really important when you’re dealing with people.
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My friend has moved into Loving Care of the Treasure Coast. I saw the place and decided this would be the best thing for her. She is one of six residents that stay there on a permanent basis. It’s a h
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My friend has moved into Loving Care of the Treasure Coast. I saw the place and decided this would be the best thing for her. She is one of six residents that stay there on a permanent basis. It’s a home residential care, and it has a large master bedroom. My friend shares a bedroom with another woman. There is a large yard. She gets her meals, she gets her meds, and she has somebody come in and check her blood pressure. I have taken her out a couple of times from the place and brought her back. They’re always willing to assist and to help. They’re concerned about her condition and treat her with respect and care.
As far as I know, all of the rooms are shared. There are three shared rooms with two people in each of the rooms. It is a large enough room, that my friend has her own space, her own dresser and her own closet where her things are. Considering the options that I had of putting her into an institutionalized place and putting her into something that was a little more personal, I decided that she would best fit into this kind of setting. They have activities except there’s Covid going on right now. Each has his/her recliner in the living room for a TV. They have bingo and certain other activities, but with Covid, they have a lot of restrictions.
Generally, I was told that the owner takes them out to Olive Gardens once a month. When I go to visit, I have to wear a mask and I’m only allowed in certain parts of the house. They take my temperature each time I come in, so precautions are being taken. My friend has only been in there for three weeks now, so I assume as Covid gets repressed, there will be more things available for her. I was there when they served breakfast to her, I was there when they offered her a bowl of fruits just the other day, and I thought that was fun. I was there when they had a turkey dinner for Christmas. She is not losing weight and she is not gaining weight, so I assume she is being well fed.
The facility itself is fine. It is a home, not a resort. It is for people who cannot take care of themselves and need 24/7 supervision. My friend fits into that category because she has dementia. I’m very pleased with the situation so far and I prefer it to putting her into an institutionalized place where she would get lost in the shuffle. It’s clean and well kept. It is reasonable and comfortable. This is the only one I went into in person and when I saw it, I said this is the best fit and I didn’t have to look further. They are personable and that’s really important when you’re dealing with people.
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Grandparents House ALF Inc
3890 SW Chaffin Street, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34953
The Perfect Place worked out ideally for us because they speak Spanish, so it worked out very well for my dad. Everything is excellent. The cleanliness, the service — they are just outstanding. If I
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The Perfect Place worked out ideally for us because they speak Spanish, so it worked out very well for my dad. Everything is excellent. The cleanliness, the service — they are just outstanding. If I ever become disabled and I need it, this is where I want to go.
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The Perfect Place worked out ideally for us because they speak Spanish, so it worked out very well for my dad. Everything is excellent. The cleanliness, the service — they are just outstanding. If I
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The Perfect Place worked out ideally for us because they speak Spanish, so it worked out very well for my dad. Everything is excellent. The cleanliness, the service — they are just outstanding. If I ever become disabled and I need it, this is where I want to go.
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Avalon Family Resort
160 Southwest Saratoga Avenue, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34953
My friend had stayed at Avalon Family Resort. It was a very nice place, but he could not get along with the help there. I had to take him out of there when he was only there for a week. I am not blami
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My friend had stayed at Avalon Family Resort. It was a very nice place, but he could not get along with the help there. I had to take him out of there when he was only there for a week. I am not blaming the staff, but my friend just did not do well with women taking care of him, he was better off with the men. It was a small community and they only take about six people. The facility was very, very nice and the lady that ran it was excellent and very good to me. She helped me when I had to move Gary and it just did not work out there. When I went there, because of Covid, they would not let me anywhere except for the common area when you walk in, I did not see the bedrooms. It was a nice house. It was very residential and has nice houses around there. I think the staff was fine. Other than the fact that Gary just could not get a long with them, I think they tried to accommodate him, but he just was not cooperative at that point. He was pretty far into his dementia. She gave me a sample of the menu and it looked fine. The dining room was fine, from what I could see from where I was standing at the entry, it was fine. They had a little table where people sat.
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My friend had stayed at Avalon Family Resort. It was a very nice place, but he could not get along with the help there. I had to take him out of there when he was only there for a week. I am not blami
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My friend had stayed at Avalon Family Resort. It was a very nice place, but he could not get along with the help there. I had to take him out of there when he was only there for a week. I am not blaming the staff, but my friend just did not do well with women taking care of him, he was better off with the men. It was a small community and they only take about six people. The facility was very, very nice and the lady that ran it was excellent and very good to me. She helped me when I had to move Gary and it just did not work out there. When I went there, because of Covid, they would not let me anywhere except for the common area when you walk in, I did not see the bedrooms. It was a nice house. It was very residential and has nice houses around there. I think the staff was fine. Other than the fact that Gary just could not get a long with them, I think they tried to accommodate him, but he just was not cooperative at that point. He was pretty far into his dementia. She gave me a sample of the menu and it looked fine. The dining room was fine, from what I could see from where I was standing at the entry, it was fine. They had a little table where people sat.
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Watercrest St. Lucie West
279 NW California Blvd., Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986
What I don’t like about Watercrest St. Lucie West is that it’s like a prison. That’s the only thing I don’t like about it. It’s neat and clean. The food is OK. It’s not bad, it’s not good. It’s right
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What I don’t like about Watercrest St. Lucie West is that it’s like a prison. That’s the only thing I don’t like about it. It’s neat and clean. The food is OK. It’s not bad, it’s not good. It’s right in between. The staff is very helpful and very kind. I’ll be getting a one-bedroom with a bath and a small kitchen. The place is 5 minutes from my house; I could almost walk there. They have a pool, but I don’t know the other amenities at all. They will show all the plans they have for the week, and you can pick one up every day at the desk. They are all pretty nice people. The maintenance of the place is excellent. They need a more male population. It is about 90% females and there are only about 10% males.
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What I don’t like about Watercrest St. Lucie West is that it’s like a prison. That’s the only thing I don’t like about it. It’s neat and clean. The food is OK. It’s not bad, it’s not good. It’s right
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What I don’t like about Watercrest St. Lucie West is that it’s like a prison. That’s the only thing I don’t like about it. It’s neat and clean. The food is OK. It’s not bad, it’s not good. It’s right in between. The staff is very helpful and very kind. I’ll be getting a one-bedroom with a bath and a small kitchen. The place is 5 minutes from my house; I could almost walk there. They have a pool, but I don’t know the other amenities at all. They will show all the plans they have for the week, and you can pick one up every day at the desk. They are all pretty nice people. The maintenance of the place is excellent. They need a more male population. It is about 90% females and there are only about 10% males.
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Vitality Resort ALF
1258 Sw Ermine Ave, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34953
I didn’t like Vitality Resort at all. The bathroom was filthy and had mold on it. The kitchen was clean, but it was like nobody tried to cook in it, and it didn’t look like people were using it. Inste
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I didn’t like Vitality Resort at all. The bathroom was filthy and had mold on it. The kitchen was clean, but it was like nobody tried to cook in it, and it didn’t look like people were using it. Instead of doors, they had curtains. The rooms were even smaller than the other rooms. The person who assisted us was OK.
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I didn’t like Vitality Resort at all. The bathroom was filthy and had mold on it. The kitchen was clean, but it was like nobody tried to cook in it, and it didn’t look like people were using it. Inste
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I didn’t like Vitality Resort at all. The bathroom was filthy and had mold on it. The kitchen was clean, but it was like nobody tried to cook in it, and it didn’t look like people were using it. Instead of doors, they had curtains. The rooms were even smaller than the other rooms. The person who assisted us was OK.
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Life Care Center Of Port Saint Lucie
3720 Southeast Jennings Road, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34952
my wife came here with no hope from other internes from tradition hospitale, she was in and out of other facilitys and when coming to life care ! she receaved the best care a person could want, with t
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my wife came here with no hope from other internes from tradition hospitale, she was in and out of other facilitys and when coming to life care ! she receaved the best care a person could want, with the help of Gielia and Remmie , in such a short time she was talking and geting up on her own, and in about two weeks so far has become a whole person esptialy after having brain surgery. i owe so much to the excelant care to life care for giving me my wife carmella back to me, also all of the finest aid’s doctors , nurces and Penny and all the staff, thank you , your place has to be the finest there is in port saint lucie, you also treated me and my faimily with the best respect any one could get. if you have a loved one that needs the best of care , look no further, this place is a second home for loved ones. god blees all the staff at LIFE CARE, there is no better than this place!!! one happy husband.
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my wife came here with no hope from other internes from tradition hospitale, she was in and out of other facilitys and when coming to life care ! she receaved the best care a person could want, with t
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my wife came here with no hope from other internes from tradition hospitale, she was in and out of other facilitys and when coming to life care ! she receaved the best care a person could want, with the help of Gielia and Remmie , in such a short time she was talking and geting up on her own, and in about two weeks so far has become a whole person esptialy after having brain surgery. i owe so much to the excelant care to life care for giving me my wife carmella back to me, also all of the finest aid’s doctors , nurces and Penny and all the staff, thank you , your place has to be the finest there is in port saint lucie, you also treated me and my faimily with the best respect any one could get. if you have a loved one that needs the best of care , look no further, this place is a second home for loved ones. god blees all the staff at LIFE CARE, there is no better than this place!!! one happy husband.
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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Port Saint Lucie
Since most COVID-19 rules for Assisted Living Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Assisted Living in FL. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Port Saint Lucie
Florida’s long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities, are all licensed and regulated under the direction of the Agency for Health Care Administration, Bureau of Health Facility Regulation. An initial inspection is conducted prior to licensure, with follow-up inspections carried out every 2 years to ensure a facility is operating in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Port Saint Lucie
- Seniors of all interests can enjoy a fulfilling retirement in Port Saint Lucie. Active seniors have access to miles of beaches, numerous golf courses and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The city is also home to cultural destinations such as museums, galleries and Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens.
- The average cost of living in Port Saint Lucie is comparable to the U.S. average, which means it’s slightly more affordable than the average city in Florida. While seniors may save on housing and utilities, they may find the cost of their health care services, groceries and transportation to be a bit higher.
- Living in one of the country’s most tax-friendly states for retirees, Florida seniors are not subject to state sales or inheritance tax. The state also doesn’t levy a tax on retirement accounts, meaning all income from Social Security benefits, pensions, IRAs and 401(k)s is tax-free.
- Port Saint Lucie’s subtropical climate brings warm, sunny weather all year long. Winters are snow-free, with temperatures above 53 degrees. It is important to note that the area does experience stormy weather during hurricane season and very hot temperatures in the height of summer that could put seniors at risk for heatstroke.
- Port Saint Lucie is one of the safest cities in the country, which should be reassuring to seniors and their family members. Violent crime rates are especially low, scoring 9.1 out of 100 compared to the U.S. average of 22.7. Property crime rates also fall below the national average of 35.4, scoring 22.3.
- Seniors can easily navigate Port Saint Lucie using the Area Regional Transit (ART) system. In addition to its eight fixed bus routes, the system also offers ART On-Demand, its free, award-winning micro-transit service.
- Port Saint Lucie’s elderly residents are fortunate to have access to world-class health care facilities, including Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital, HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, and Port St. Lucie Hospital, which offers highly specialized geriatric care through its Senior Adult Mental Health Program.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Seniors also have other care options to choose from. The most affordable option is adult day health care. It provides seniors with part-time care and costs an average of $1,517 per month. In-home care and home health care services are great options for seniors who want to age in place at home. They’re a little more expensive than assisted living, at $4,671 per month. Those requiring higher levels of care are best suited to a nursing home, where a semiprivate room costs $8,164 per month.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Port Saint Lucie
Eligible seniors can receive financial aid for paying for assisted living in Port St. Lucie via the Florida Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program (SMMC LTC). Additionally, the state of Florida also pays for certain ALF services through a statewide 1915(b)(c) MLTC program.
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 Port Saint Lucie
There are a number of resources available to seniors in Port Saint Lucie, ranging from care management and benefits counseling to legal aid, caregiver support and wellness programming. These programs and services are facilitated by government-sponsored agencies and local non-profits, so they’re available at little to no cost to seniors.
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(866) 684-5885
The Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach/Treasure Coast is a non-profit organization that connects seniors and their caregivers to the services they need. It operates a helpline where trained specialists can provide information about long-term care, health care referrals and assistance with locating services that offer case management, Medicaid enrollment counseling, prescriptions savings and legal aid.
(772) 336-8608
Since 1973, the Council on Aging of St. Lucie has been providing services to help seniors age with grace in their local communities. The non-profit's programming includes, care management, nutrition services, social activities, caregiver respite and community transportation. Programs are open to elderly residents of St. Lucie County who are aged 60 and older.
2-1-1
211 Palm Beach Treasure Coast serves as a community helpline and crisis hotline for seniors and caregivers living in Port Saint Lucie. In addition to information and referral offered through its helpline, the organization operates specialized programs for seniors, including an elder crisis outreach program and Sunshine Calls free telephone reassurance program.
(772) 337-5670
St. Lucie County Veteran Services assists veterans, surviving spouses and dependents with accessing and applying for benefits such as pensions, Aid and Attendance payments, disability compensation and burial benefits. The agency also offers counseling services, support groups, transportation and referrals to other VA services.
(888) 582-3410
Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) offers free legal services to low-come and vulnerable individuals across 13 counties in south central Florida. The non-profit organization provides information, counsel and representation on a variety of issues, including elder law. Areas of expertise include wills and trust, elder abuse, guardianship and long-term care planning.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Port Saint Lucie
Port Saint Lucie Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in FL are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in FL page for more information about these laws.
