
83 Assisted Living Facilities near Sanford, FL
There are 83 Assisted Living Facilities in the Sanford area, with 7 in Sanford and 76 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Sanford is $2,526 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 545 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Sanford. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Sanford 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Longwood with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 11 families in Sanford find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Sanford, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Sanford, FL
Atria Park of Lake Forest
Renaissance Retirement Center
Hope Assisted Living Facility
Four Seasons ALF
Guardian Home Alf
Gracious Age ALF
Cascade Heights
Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs
Madison at Oviedo
Brookdale Altamonte Springs
Brookdale Wekiwa Springs
Summerhaven Assisted Living
Brookdale Lake Orienta
Wayman Place
Wellsprings Residence
Brookdale Lake Mary
Oakmonte Village - Cordova
Palmetto Landing
Bridgeport Senior Living- Port Springs
Gold Choice Deltona
Memoirs Assisted Living & Memory Care
Pendry Estate, LLC.
The Springs of Parc Hill
Green Tree of Orlando
Panorama Living
Lakeview Manor Assisted Living Community
Ajr Loving Care Assisted Living
Strive at Fern Park
Sweet Home At Last
Southern Home Care
Bridgeport Senior Living - Port Cardi...
Bridgeport Senior Living - Port Margate
Bridgeport Senior Living - Port Maitland
Savannah Court of Maitland
Spring Hills Lake Mary
Monastery Oaks, LLC
Winter Park Towers
The Bridge at Orlando
Savannah Court and Cottage of Oviedo
Oak View Assisted Living
Grand Palms Assisted Living And Memor...
Lutheran Haven Assisted Living & Nurs...
American House Orange City
Savannah Grand of Maitland
Red Bug Lake Manor
Mi Casita
Pathways to Care
Life Care Center of Orlando
The Palms of Longwood
Americare Assisted Living - Water's Edge
AdventHealth Care Center Apopka South
Westchester of Winter Park
Savannah Court of Orange City
Bear Lake Retirement Home
Faith House Assisted Living
Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs
Summer Time Retirement
The Mayflower
Aasbury Manor Assisted Living
Azalea Manor
Citrus Garden ALF
Fremont Manor
Grace Manor Retirement
Eden Manor
The View - Winter Park
English Estates
Sunny Days Retirement Home Inc
Dolphin Paradise
Smallville I
Smallville II
All Stars Assisted Living Inc.
Marie's Manor Assisted Living
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Sanford
Known as the "Historic Waterfront Gateway City," Sanford, Florida, is on the southern shore of Lake Monroe and features a downtown river walk where seniors can peruse antique and collectible shops before heading home to one of seven assisted living facilities in Sanford or one of 50 in nearby Lake Mary, Deland and other Orlando-area towns. Florida’s Department of Elder Affairs oversees the state’s many assisted living facilities, or ALFs. The state defines an ALF as any licensed residential care facility that provides food, personal care and other supportive services.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Sanford
- Thanks to its location in central Florida, Sanford boasts warm temperatures throughout the year. Winter months feature comfortable highs in the 70s. However, temperatures and humidity levels soar in the summer months, when average high temps exceed 90 degrees from June through September.
- Living in Sanford is slightly cheaper than the Florida and U.S. average with housing costs about 15 percent lower than the state average and 17 percent below the national average.
- Crime is a concern in Sanford. The city is safer than just 4 percent of U.S. cities. Violent crime rates are twice as high as the state average. Likewise, property crime rates in Sanford are higher than other Florida cities.
- Orlando’s Lynx public transportation system reaches Sanford as well. This system includes fixed-route buses as well as Access Lynx, a valuable asset for seniors. Access Lynx is a shared door-to-door service available to individuals with a disability or other limitations.
- The Sanford area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Central Florida Regional Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Sanford has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Golden Age Games, the nation’s oldest senior games competition as well as one senior center.
Paying for Assisted Living in Sanford
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Sanford start around $2,626 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 Sanford 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sanford
Eligible seniors in Sanford can apply for two state programs. The need-based Optional State Supplementation program provides extra income that seniors can use toward room and board at an assisted living facility. Two other programs, Medicaid Long-Term Care and Assistive Care Services, can help low-income seniors with the cost of services as ALFs.
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 Sanford
Sanford 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 Sanford, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sanford
Sanford-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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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Sanford
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Review of Atria Park of Lake Forest
I had a very good visit with Atria Park of Lake Forest. They had an enclosed outdoor area for the residents, a cafe patio, and they had more than one dining area, and I was impressed with that. The... Read more
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Review of Renaissance Retirement Center
I visited Renaissance Retirement Center and the price was $2,150 or something. That was just OK, but I we went to the cafeteria and it seemed like a nursing home. I'd be the youngest one there at 7... Read more
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Review of Atria Park of Lake Forest
In Jan. 2018, Atria changed direction. It no longer allows “aging in place.” It says it is due to state law, but directors of other Assisted Living homes believe the cited law only applies to resid... Read more
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