Independent Living Communities in Leesburg, FL

"The staff at Carriage House was absolutely fabulous. What we didn’t like there was that the community was really elderly. I know my parents are also old, but they were elderly elderly. There was no kitchen in any of the apartments; they have a refrigerator and a microwave. They have a big modern kitchen downstairs, so if you wanted to cook for your family, you could go downstairs and cook, and they would give you the pans and dishes and everything else. The people who were there really liked it, but it was not for my parents. "

"I toured Steeplechase Retirement Residence. It was just very nice. We were greeted by very nice, friendly, informative people. We ate in the dining area and each table is served by a waiter or waitress and they have at least two to three things for you to choose from to eat, as well as salads. They have ice cream if you want one to sneak down at night, and they have popcorn. So that's kind of good. I walked in there and I felt it was very homey. People were gathered in the main eating area, and it was full. They have a pool, a library, and a place where you could get internet on your computer. The food was a little too good. The layout was very good. They had the middle where there was like a rotunda, and then off to it they had the large eating area with the tables and chairs. From there you could go up on the elevators or you could use the stairs if you're able. You could go out to the pool, too. Everything came off of that center area, which you can reach easily from each apartment. They have a laundry area with washers and dryers on every floor. They also have a place for your trash. They take people to doctors and to shop."

"My parents moved to Highpoint at Stonecrest. It's very nice, but just like any place, there are certain things that aren't great, but it's still a good facility. They need more organization over issues and taking care of different things as they happen, so that everybody's on the same page with care and everything. The meals are very good. They have an everyday menu with 10 different items on it, and then each day they have two or three items that are specials. So, there are plenty of choices. The rooms are clean and well taken care of. They have a lot of different activities like live entertainment, bingo, social events, trips to different places, and movies."

"The Oaks at Waterman Village in Mt Dora was the perfect place for my parents to retire. They moved to the community 12+ years ago. Mom lived there another 10 years after my dad passed. She had a wonderful villa with an outdoor bird-watching space and a beautiful garden with her favorite plants. The two-bedroom offered space for our out-of-town family to visit, a fully equipped kitchen, and a covered space for her car. She loved the convenience of shopping, her church, and her local family. Community activities, home health care, and friendly faces, both staff and management, were available when needed. It was a wonderful place to make friends and live your best life."

"Lakeside Retirement Community has a variety of different buildings with different styles and home sizes. It also has separate houses or villas, and those are on the waterfront of a lake. They have great dining options and amenities. They will also be able to share the amenities over on the other side; another community, they have multiple choices. What's nice is it's in the process of being built, so they're all brand new. They have a pool in construction and an exercise area. They're also going to be building a pickleball court, a bocce ball, and a shuffleboard on the other side. They're going to have a sports bar along with their dining options."

Apopka Life Care Center, located at 1443 Clarcona Road in Apopka, Florida, is a welcoming senior living community dedicated to providing both assisted living and memory care services. Nestled in the heart of Central Florida, the community offers a homelike environment where residents can feel safe, comfortable, and respected while receiving the personalized support they need. Its focus on balancing independence with compassionate care makes it an ideal choice for families seeking a secure and nurturing setting for their loved ones. The community is designed to support daily living with professional caregivers available around the clock to assist with personal care, medication management, and other individualized needs. Residents can enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals in a communal dining setting, participate in engaging activities that encourage socialization, and relax in inviting common spaces that feel both comfortable and familiar. The combination of supportive services and a warm atmosphere ensures that seniors can continue to lead fulfilling lives while maintaining their dignity and autonomy. Apopka Life Care Center stands out for its specialized memory care program, which provides a secure environment tailored to those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The staff is trained to deliver care with patience and respect, offering reassurance and stability for residents and peace of mind for their families. Conveniently located near local attractions such as Magnolia Park and Lake Apopka, the community also offers opportunities for safe outings and visits in a beautiful natural setting. With its commitment to safety, compassion, and quality of life, Apopka Life Care Center creates a supportive home where seniors can thrive. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administration

"I went to The Summit of Winter Garden. The staff takes the time to talk to you and explain everything to you. The people working there, I feel more comfortable talking to them. They really care. They have a gym and they have an outside where you can sit down, and it's really good."

"I loved Brookdale Wekiwa Springs. It was welcoming and very homey, even though they were doing some renovations at the time. It was something that we'll look into when the time comes for my mom to actually move into a senior living place. The amenities looked very nice and very well put together. The staff was very kind, very considerate, and very attentive."

"Inspired Living at Windermere is excellent, they have great activities, and the price is reasonable. "

"My wife and I moved in at Arya windermere few days ago. we are here almost for a week. we are very comfortable and feel very safe. The staff is very helpful and our check in process was very smooth. Catherine, leasing consultant was extermely helpful . she walked us thru every step very patiently. They have numerous activities. This is our first experience to live in a independent living. The apartment is beautiful, it's one of the nicest places I've been to. we are close to our grandchildren and they can visit us anytime. They have a library, swimming pool, massage parlor, a sauna or steam room, and they have a workout room.Everyone I have met so far is very very nice."

"I went to Florida Golden Adult Care yesterday and I like it. The home was very clean and very clean smelling. It was a spacious home. The caretakers seemed very nice. They had a large living room with a big TV for the patients, and they had an outdoor patio and a big yard in the back, which was nice. The room they showed me was just a small bedroom with two twin beds, so it was for two patients. They had a TV though. It's a very nice home."

"Every time we (my family) walked in to the facility we were very kindly greeted and they would take all of our information for the security of there patients. The nursing assistants where very caring and gentle which meant a lot to our family. They do a very good job of creating a safe enjoyable environment for our elderly, because of the size of the facility they can walk trails around nice ponds and enjoy having lots of room inside the facility. They have all levels of ALF care and I had a good experience while my great-grandmother was staying in that facility. Furthermore Every facility is going to have its lazy workers which there was definitely a few at this facility but the pros outweigh the cons. I would recommend this facility to someone in the Ocala area that is looking to put a loved one in an ALF... "

"Hawthorne Estates of Ocala was nice. The rooms were nice and very spacious. I liked the screened patios for two reasons. It keeps bugs out and also, we have a family cat. They're very friendly and very knowledgeable staff. The food they were serving looked really good. We didn't have time to sit down and taste it, but it seemed like the crowd of residents were enjoying the food. The atmosphere was very open and less restrictive which is what is being recommended by mom's guardianship plan. The rooms are nice. It has a lot of what we were looking for in terms of the little patios that are screened in. It's a very small patio, but it was done very nicely. The care given to the actual rooms looked good. We just toured a model room, but it looked very top-notch."

"I was able to visit and I think the rooms are very good for what they were intended to be. The place is clean too. The staff are very helpful, personable, and very knowledgeable. "