The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Florence, OR for 2024

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To help you with your search, browse the 8 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Florence. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Florence 5 out of 5 stars.

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Florence sits right next to the Siuslaw River and is home to the Heceta Head Lighthouse, which is one of nine historic lighthouses on the Oregon coast. The city is a popular destination for retirement and as a result, of the 9,103 people living in the city, 41.4% are seniors 65 and older.

In order to accommodate seniors who need 24-hour assistance with activities of daily living, there are three assisted living facilities within the city. These facilities, as well as all residential care facilities and memory care communities within the state, are regulated and licensed by the Oregon Department of Human Services.

 

• The cost of living in Florence is 1.7% higher than the national average, so seniors may need to be conscious of their budgets when considering assisted living expenses. On the upside, the cost of living is 22.7% lower than the rest of Oregon. 
• Florence is generally a cool place, which is great for seniors who do not enjoy high temperatures. Summer months typically don't get higher than around 70 degrees. The city is very rainy though, as they get an average of 78 inches of rain each year. 
• While the average for violent crime is 11 points lower than the national average and 6 points lower than the state's average, property crime is extremely high, which may be a concern for seniors. Property crime in Florence is 31.9 points higher than the national average and 23.9 points higher than the state's average.
• The Florence area is home to world-class medical facilities, including PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• The Rhody Express is Florence's public transportation provider. It has special accessibility features for those who have mobility equipment, as well as bus buddies who can ride with seniors and offer additional assistance. Fares are set at low prices for either a one-way trip or a day pass.
• Florence has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Senior & Disability Services, an organization that advocates for seniors and provides resources in order to promote a better quality of life, as well as three senior centers.

 

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.

Assisted Living costs in Florence start around $0 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 Florence 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.

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 Oregon page.