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2222 John Moore Rd, Brandon, FL, 33511
Assisted living facilities offer limited care services in a residential setting. These communities are ideal for retirees who would like to maintain their independence while ensuring that their needs are met as they age. With a median cost of $3,225 per month, Valrico is one of the most affordable areas for assisted living in Florida.
This guide looks at some of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Valrico, assisted living costs in nearby cities and some free resources for seniors in the area.
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The state’s Long Term Care Services Division, managed by Florida’s Agency for Healthcare Administration, is the regulatory body that sets all the rules and laws assisted living communities in Valrico need to follow.
At an average of $3,225 per month, Valrico is a very affordable option for seniors seeking assisted living accommodations. According to Genworth’s Cost of Care 2020 Survey, the median price in Valrico is $475 and $1,075 below the state and national averages, respectively.
Assisted living rates in Valrico are substantially lower than in its surrounding cities. Further north, in Homosassa Springs, the average cost soars to $4,527 per month. While south of Valrico in North Port and Punta Gorda, costs are significantly higher, at $3,888 and $3,938. Inland, in the city of Lakeland, the median cost of $3,945 is much higher than in Valrico.
Valrico
$3,225
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Homosassa Springs
$4,527
North Port
$3,888
Lakeland
$3,945
Punta Gorda
$3,938
Assisted living in Valrico is among the most affordable types of senior care available in the area, only surpassed by adult day health care at $1,993, on average per month. While receiving in-home care may be more convenient for many older adults, in Valrico, the costs for both homemaker services ($4,195) and home health aides ($4,576) are significantly higher than for assisted living. The highest-priced care option in Valrico is nursing homes, which have an average cost of $9,946 for a semiprivate room and $11,391 for a private room.
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
Residents of assisted living facilities in Valrico 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.
There are many programs and resources created to help and improve the lives of seniors in Valrico. We’ve put together a list of relevant resources that can assist seniors currently residing in an assisted living community or thinking about transitioning to one.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Senior Connection Center | (800) 963-5337 | As the Area Agency on Aging serving seniors in the Valrico area, the Senior Connection Center offers a comprehensive range of free, useful services. Seniors can contact the Elder Helpline, an information and referral service, for help with Medicare counseling and assistance with their long-term care options. |
Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (850) 414-2323 | This statewide program aims to ensure that seniors in assisted living communities and other long-term care facilities have their needs and rights upheld. Volunteer ombudsmen help seniors locate suitable residential care and, in some cases, investigate and mediate complaints. Additionally, ombudsmen regularly visit assisted living communities to make sure they are providing services in line with state standards. |
Florida Senior Legal Helpline | (888) 895-7873 | The Florida Senior Legal Helpline serves adults aged 60 and over. Seniors can call the helpline for free advice and certain services on civil law topics, including family law, health insurance, social security and elder abuse. |
Hillsborough County's Veterans Services | (813) 635-8316 | Former members of the U.S. military and their family members can contact the county’s veterans services for assistance in an array of issues. Senior veterans can get assistance with applying for benefits and pensions they may be entitled to. The agency also offers information and outreach services to older veterans in assisted living communities. |
Brandon Senior Center | (813) 635-8066 | Adults aged 50 and can choose from many fun and engaging activities at their local senior center. Members can take part in exercise classes, bingo, baking lessons and much more. |
Valrico-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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