Lutz is a midsize community located just 15 miles north of Tampa, Florida. It has a population of more than 23,700 residents, of which 18.7% are aged 65 and over. Seniors living in Lutz have access to a variety of health care facilities, including Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa and St. Joseph’s Hospital – North. There are also several top-rated hospitals in nearby Tampa, including Tampa General Hospital and AdventHealth Tampa.
Nursing homes provide seniors with a high level of medical care and supportive services that include around-the-clock skilled nursing supervision and assistance with activities of daily living, such as grooming, dressing and bathing. Due to the type of care required, nursing homes tend to have higher monthly costs. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average nursing home costs in Lutz are $8,927 per month for a semiprivate room. Seniors who don’t require 24/7 support may opt for more affordable options, such as home health care or assisted living.
This guide discusses nursing home costs in Lutz and nearby cities and compares various senior care options. It also provides a list of free resources available to seniors living in the Lutz area.
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19091 North Dale Mabry Highway,, Lutz, FL, 33548
2.8
(6 reviews)
"My brother-in-law was in Luxe Rehabilitation Center at Lutz. It's clean, the people were very personable, professional, caring, and helpful. It was a small space but it was nice. Everything was updated, maintenance was good, and the upkeep was good. ..."
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750 HAYES RD, Lutz, FL, 33549
2.8
(6 reviews)
"My family transferred me to Tampa Lakes from another facility to continue my rehab for a broken neck and multiple thoracic fractures. I love it here. The facility is beautiful, clean, bright, and the rehab gym is out of this world. The staff to patie..."
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3030 Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL, 33618
"The people at Northdale always take great care of us and are always there for us and I could not ask for a better facility to be at. i enjoy the activities, the activities staff are always great and fun to be around...."
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3612 E 138thAve, Tampa, FL, 33613
3.4
(25 reviews)
"A very clean facility with a professional and caring staff. Physical therapy is engaging and do there best to motivate the patients...."
READ MORE5085 Eagleston Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL, 33544
4.8
(4 reviews)
"Best decision I ever made. Fractured my shoulder and live alone so came to the Blue Heron Re-habilitation center. The rooms were spacious with a private bath and shower. The EVS team kept the room spotless. PT and OT were amazing. Jordan and Janine w..."
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6919 Parkway Boulevard, Land O' Lakes, FL, 34639
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Baldomero Lopez State Veterans is wonderful to my dad. He has been there for about 2 months. It’s beautiful. The food is surprisingly very good. The staff there is very caring. There have been a few little incidents -- most of them minor -- and they ..."
READ MORE15002 Hutchinson Rd, Tampa, FL, 33625
"My friend has moved into Carrollwood Care Center. It's clean and it's run very closely. The people, the nurses, and the staff there are excellent with the patients. They interact and talk to them. They're trying to get acquainted with my friend and t..."
READ MORE2811 Campus Hill Drive , Tampa, FL, 33612
2.9
(10 reviews)
"I am very pleased with the care my mother gets at Excel, and would recommend them highly. The staff is friendly and good with the patients. And the place is clean and orderly whenever I visit. My mother loves the activities and the food. ..."
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13806 NORTH 46TH ST, Tampa, FL, 33613
3.1
(7 reviews)
"My mom has been here for 7 years. We are very please most of the time. Few issues when new staff come in. Fairway fixes everything quickly. The place is very clean. The staff in my mom's area are very friendly and helpful. During Covid they call with..."
READ MORE1818 E Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33612
3.3
(4 reviews)
"My mom was in Accentia for a period of time in rehab because she fell and broke her ribs. She’s back home now. Accentia worked with us well and everything seemed to be in good order. Of course, my mom had to be in the locked down section because she ..."
READ MORE4100 E FLETCHER AVE, Tampa, FL, 33613
3.0
(6 reviews)
"My father was in rehab at John Knox. This facility was a combination of rehab and a living facility. It was a very good facility though. At first, my father was not crazy about having to share a room there, but the room was very clean. They were very..."
READ MORE518 W Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL, 33612
1.8
(19 reviews)
"My grandmother is at Fletcher Health and Rehabilitation Center. They seem to have all the things that she needs like round-the-clock care, cleanliness, and well-trained staff. Also if she needs to go to the bank or wherever, she could ask for transpo..."
READ MOREAverage monthly nursing home costs in Lutz are $8,927 for a semiprivate room and $9,885 for a private room.
Nursing home costs in Lutz average just over $1,000 more per month than the national average of $7,908 and $273 higher per month than the Florida state average of $8,654.
When comparing nursing home costs in cities around the state, average monthly fees in Lutz are on par with, or slightly higher than, many nearby cities. Average monthly nursing home costs in Lutz are $563 lower than in North Port ($9,490), but $258 higher than in The Villages ($8,669), $867 higher than in Orlando ($8,060) and $1,627 higher than in Sebring ($7,300)
Lutz
$8,927
Florida
$8,654
The United States
$7,908
North Port
$9,490
The Villages
$8,669
Orlando
$8,060
Sebring
$7,300
Nursing home costs in Lutz are among the highest of all senior care options. Seniors who don’t require 24/7 skilled nursing care may save money by opting for assisted living care, which averages $3,350 per month. Other senior care options, such as home care ($4,767) and home health care ($4,862) are over $4,000 per month lower than the average nursing home costs in Lutz. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $2,123 per month.
Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$4,862
Adult Day Health Care
$2,123
Assisted Living
$3,350
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,927
Nursing Home (private room)
$9,885
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The following free resources can help seniors and their family members understand all senior care options available in Lutz. These programs can also provide legal assistance and Medicare counseling services as well as assist with the senior care placement process.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Department of Elder Affairs | (813) 740-3888 | The Florida Department of Elder Affairs provides seniors living in the state with information and referral services. It can provide Medicare counseling as well as assist with the long-term care placement process. The agency also offers free online Medicare-related classes to help educate seniors. |
| Ombudsman Program | (888) 831-0404 | The Ombudsman Program of Florida serves as an advocate for seniors living in nursing homes and assisted living communities. It helps seniors and their family members understand their rights and works to resolve issues. Its staff members investigate and help resolve nursing home complaints and conduct annual assessments of all licensed senior care centers. |
| SHINE Program | (800)963-5337 | Florida’s SHINE, or Service Health Insurance Needs of Elders, Program provides one-on-one Medicare counseling services. The agency helps seniors understand their rights, explains benefits options to them and answers any questions they have. |
| Florida Elder Law | (888) 895-7873 | The Florida Elder Law program provides free legal services to seniors aged 60 and over. It can provide legal advice regarding civil issues, such as health care expenses or long-term care visitation rights. The agency can also refer seniors to local legal services through the Bay Area Legal Services program when necessary. |
Nursing Homes
randy t
1
Review of Luxe Rehabilitation Center at Lutz
My mother has been at the Lutz facility for 9 months. Recently they called me but I'm like most people and don't answer the phone if it doesn't show caller ID. They left a message. I tried to call...
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PhoenixPalm
4
Review of TAMPA LAKES HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER
My husband was at Tampa Lakes for a month in December and January, for rehab after a hospitalization. Overall, it was a very good facility. They were short-staffed like all places now, yet this did...
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Sheniah
2
Review of TAMPA LAKES HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER
I have a family member who has been a longtime resident. If you can find another facility for your loved one do not place them at Tampa Lakes! There are many issues at this nursing home. They...
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