.png&w=256&q=75){kind=small}
Sun City Senior Living
3855 Upper Creek Dr, Sun City, FL 33573
"They are the best. they are so caring, compassionate, kind. I have say that this place has no only become my pops new...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,500
Assisted Living Communities in Ruskin, FL
Ruskin sits south of Tampa, on Florida's Gulf Coast. The city features 240...
assisted living communities, and seniors can find an additional in surrounding areas. Residents of these communities pay a median monthly rate of $4,145. In comparison, Florida's typical price ranks $145 cheaper, but the national norm is $355 more expensive.
Our directory includes reviews of Ruskin's assisted living communities, which have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars. Explore the reviews below to learn more.
Our directory includes reviews of Ruskin's assisted living communities, which have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars. Explore the reviews below to learn more.
240 Providers
Freedom Plaza Sun City Center
1010 American Eagle Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573
"Freedom Plaza at Sun City Center was beautiful. We're in Florida, so it's hot, but their facilities were all indoors...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+3
$6,930
Jenlee Living Facility LLC
16661 Carlton Pond St, Wimauma, FL 33598
"Jenlee Living Facility LLC was very nice and clean. I felt like it would be a good place for my mom because it has a...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,000
Caring Stars Winner
The Crossings at Riverview
8451 US Highway 301 S, Riverview, FL 33578
"I love the tour at the Crossings. The facilities were great, beautiful, and pristine. The residents were very happy...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,500
Twin Creeks
13470 Boyette Road, Riverview, FL 33569
"Twin Creeks was dark, and it didn't seem clean. The other thing is the director was not there. There was someone else...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,425
Caring Stars Winner
Brookdale Bayshore
4902 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
"We went to Grand Court Tampa. The visit went great. They overlook water, so it's a beautiful bay view. It was a very...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$5,070
Promotion!
Bayou Palms
435 42nd Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
Bayou Palms, nestled at 435 42nd Avenue South in St. Petersburg, Florida, offers compassionate assisted living and...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,800
Angels Senior Living at South Tampa
3330 S. Macdill Ave., Tampa, FL 33629
"Great medium-sized community in the heart of South Tampa. Top quality care for my grandmother and the management staff...
Assisted Living
$3,400
The Meridian at Brandon
9215 Causeway Blvd., Tampa, FL 33619
"I toured The Meridian at Brandon. It was very overwhelming. It's a very large facility and it's incredible. It's...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,040
Hawthorne Inn of Brandon
859 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511
"The staff was very nice and friendly. The food was good, and they have different things going on that day. The people...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,055
Addington Place at College Harbor
4600 54th Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33711
"I will be moving in to Allegro-St Petersburg. The grounds are beautiful, and the facility is very nice. It's very...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$3,250
Villages Senior Living
3479 54th Avenue N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714
"I went to tour here. It was nice, but not someplace that we would put my mom because it was sort of dingy. It wasn't...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,500
Caring Stars Winner
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living
3800 62 Avenue North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
"I am going to go to Magnolia Gardens. The people and the building are nice. If you have additional needs, it will not...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities
$3,150
Savannah Court of Brandon
824 N. Parsons Avenue, Brandon, FL 33510
"We toured Savannah Court of Brandon. Everything was nice. It's a little bit older but it was in very good condition. The...
Adult Day CareAssisted Living
$4,195
Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch
5424 Lena Rd, Bradenton, FL 34211
"We saw Inspired Living at Lakewood Ranch. It was bright and clean. The staff was friendly. However, they did not have...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,695
Toby Weinman Residence
240 59th St. North, Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
"A beautiful, well-cared for building that feels like home. The staff are friendly, responsive, and compassionate. Chef...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,960
Elan Manatee Assisted Living & Memory Care
7375 Stone River Rd., Bradenton, FL 34203
"What I liked the most about Elan Manatee Assisted Living & Memory Care was the staff. They were amazing to work with and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,530
Promotion!
Wentworth Central Avenue
6280 Central Avenue, Saint Petersburg, FL 33707
"Wentworth Central Avenue was very nice and very welcoming. I was very impressed with the staff. The sales guy was very...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,450
Best Care Senior Living at Saint Joseph
4406 North Melton Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614
"The staff is excellent and very personal and caring toward my mother and myself. Christine the manager goes out of her...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,500
Best Care Senior Living at Central Tampa
5010 N. 40 St, Tampa, FL 33610
"Currently John is in Central Tampa Assisted Living. The staff keeps me informed, but I am there very often. The rooms...
Assisted Living
$2,500
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Vee P
5.0
Review of Mercie's Place
Small one on one care, I have no regrets trusting this home/facility. I highly recommend this place. Natacha and the rest of the caregivers are not just wonderful but indeed human and they showed...
Assisted Living
Patricia V. R.
5.0
Review of Mercie's Place
When the time came to find long term care placement for my mother, I immediately knew we found the PERFECT place @ Mercie's Place! The provider makes my mom feel at home and our family feel...
Assisted Living
Brenda K.
5.0
Review of Mercie's Place
Lamercie HC is a wonderful home to place your family member. Natasha is a warm and loving individual. She goes over and above to make sure her residents get the best care. She cared for my sister...
What you can do with Caring
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Ruskin's median assisted living price ranks $355 cheaper than the U.S. norm. However, the city's rate is $145 costlier than Florida's statewide price, and many nearby areas have lower fees. Seniors in Tampa pay about $795 less for assisted living, and those in Lakeland pay around $845 less. Similarly, Sebring's median price ranks $709 cheaper.
Ruskin
$4,145
Florida
$4,000
United States
$4,500
Tampa
$3,350
Lakeland
$3,300
Sebring
$3,436
Paying for Assisted Living in Ruskin
Assisted living communities in Ruskin charge a median fee of $4,145 per month.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Ruskin
Low-income seniors may apply for help to pay for an assisted living facility in Ruskin through the statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program. The state also has an additional program that covers services in assisted living facilities under a Medicaid State Plan called the Assistive Care Services Waiver. Eligibility is determined by the Department of Children and Family Services.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living stands as one of the cheapest senior care options in Ruskin. Adult day health care is the only cheaper option, costing about $2,065 less per month. However, this service includes only daytime supervision in a communal setting and doesn't account for other expenses, such as housing. In contrast, in-home care costs about $1,575 more than assisted living, providing seniors with personal care assistance in their private residences. Home health care also costs $1,575 more, offering personal support alongside light medical care. Similarly, nursing home care costs about $5,345 more than assisted living due to its inclusion of 24/7 medical monitoring.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$2,080
Assisted Living Facility
$4,145
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,490
Note: Data for Ruskin was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, North Port, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Ruskin
Ruskin 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 Ruskin, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ruskin
Ruskin 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 ourAssisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
