The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Port St. Lucie, FL

Port St. Lucie, located on the eastern coast of Florida, is home to 195,000 people, nearly 1 in 5 of whom are seniors aged 65 or above.

Seniors who love warm weather will like the city's 238 days of sunshine, much higher than the national average of 205 sunny days per year. Port St. Lucie has temperatures that range between 56 and 90 degrees, which is typical of its tropical location. In June and July, seniors can join turtle walks to spot sea turtles building their nests in the sand.

At 107, Port St. Lucie's cost of living is 17.5% higher than the national median and 3% lower than the state average. If you or a loved one are seeking assistance with the tasks of daily living, such as hygiene and medication management, assisted living facilities may cost you about $3,500 per month, which is about $500 lower than the U.S. average. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2019, adult daycare and in-home care cost less in Port St. Lucie than in the nation as a whole. However, nursing home costs are $500 more for a semi-private room than the national mean. Florida has no state income tax, which may help seniors save money for assisted living.

Please view our guide to the 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Port St. Lucie to find one that speaks to your needs.

Atria Port St. Lucie

9825 S. US Highway 1

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

(772) 236-6243

Atria Port St. Lucie is set among the scenic waterways and nature preserves of St. Lucie County. The facility is a vibrant senior living community offering assisted living and memory care to residents who want to spend more time doing what they love without worrying about the obligations of home maintenance. Studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments are offered with housekeeping and laundry services covered. We included this facility on our list because of its many senior-friendly offerings, including a calendar full of engaging events, and a team of dedicated staff available 24/7 to help with cooking, transportation, event coordination and medication management.

• Salon parlor and barbershop
• Wellness center on-site

The Brennity at Tradition

10685 SW Stony Creek Way

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34987

(772) 252-1900

The Brennity at Tradition offers independent living, assisted living and memory care in a natural, carefree setting within a charming master-planned community along Florida's Treasure Coast. Residents benefit from a continuum of care when transitioning from independent living to assisted living and memory care at the facility. Seniors are encouraged to stay active and social through a number of programs, group activities and special outings. With the facility's community clubhouse with a pub, Internet café, game and activity rooms and wellness center, residents have plenty to explore and enjoy. The staff is available 24/7 and handles meal preparation, cleaning and event planning.

• On-call nursing staff
• Apartments, detached homes and cottages offered

Vitality Resort ALF

1258 SW Ermine Avenue

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953

(772) 359-6192

Vitality Resort ALF is a senior care community located in a serene and quiet neighborhood with easy access to I-95, Tradition of Port Saint Lucie and the Florida Turnpike. Residents at the facility enjoy the perfect balance of care and hospitality designed to meet each of their needs. Experienced, compassionate staff is available on-site and on call to assist seniors around-the-clock, handling everything from meal preparation and housekeeping to pet walking, vital sign monitoring and transportation to physician appointments. Seniors who need special care receive assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, grooming and medication management.

• On- and off-site recreational activities
• Three meals daily and snacks available all day

Palms at St. Lucie West

501 NW Cashmere Boulevard

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

(772) 344-7441

Residents at the Palms at St. Lucie West enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in a senior care facility nestled among picturesque palm trees and with a warm ocean breeze. Seniors have a choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments featuring modern luxuries and with housekeeping and laundry services included in the base fee. Services and amenities residents benefit from include restaurant-style dining, regular outings, a library, game rooms, in-house beauty salon/barbershop and fitness and wellness programs. The friendly 24-hour staff takes care of all residents' needs, including meal preparation, home maintenance and transportation to medical appointments or nearby attractions and shopping areas.

• Regular community events
• Beautiful courtyard for outdoor relaxation

Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie

3700 SE Jennings Road

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

(772) 337-4330

Harbor Place at Port St. Lucie offers senior citizens a beautiful retirement community with all the comforts of home along with resort-like amenities. Offering both independent and assisted living, the community's services include household chores such as housekeeping and laundry, as well as assistance with activities of daily living for residents in need of more extensive care. The community is ideal for active and adventurous seniors with its full calendar of events and activities, including regular outings to nearby golf courses, shopping centers and scenic nature trails. We included this facility on our list because of its wide range of services and senior-friendly amenities, including a putting green.

• 24-hour concierge service
• Gift shop

The Gardens of Port St. Lucie

1699 SE Lyngate Drive

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

(772) 335-9990

Residents at the Gardens of Port St. Lucie enjoy comfortable furnishings and beautifully landscaped grounds in a safe, easily accessible senior care community. Located just minutes from St. Lucie Regional Medical Center, residents at the facility have easy access to external health care services. There's also a nurse on-call 24/7 and frequent in-house doctor visits to ensure residents' wellness. Seniors have access to numerous services and amenities such as a beautiful protected garden with walkways and a gazebo, game rooms, a full-service beauty salon and barbershop, transportation to appointments and a full slate of social and recreational activities both on- and off-site.

• Housekeeping and laundry services provided
• Resident clubs and committees

Watercrest St. Lucie West

279 NW California Boulevard

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

(772) 539-4560

Watercrest St. Lucie West senior living community offers senior citizens a beautiful, luxurious residence to call home during their retirement years. Residents enjoy resort-style services and amenities, and caregivers are always on standby to help with personal care, medication management and physician appointments. Seniors can opt to participate in the facility's life-enriching activities such as board games, exercise sessions and outings to nearby attractions, or just relax at the facility's outdoor pool or fireplaces. Accommodation is provided in studio apartments featuring in-room kitchenettes and housekeeping services. Three chef-prepared meals are served daily with snacks provided in between.

• Pet-friendly environment
• 24-hour concierge service

Lake Forest Park

2909 S. 25th Street

Fort Pierce, FL 34981

(772) 783-9978

Lake Forest Park is a senior care community that emphasizes the health and wellness of its residents. It encourages fitness, healthy habits and proper nutrition for all seniors to help boost their mind and body well-being. The facility provides independent and assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and short-term care by a team of experienced, compassionate staff who are available day and night. The staff assists with housekeeping, meal preparation, personal hygiene, medication management and transportation to appointments. Residents enjoy a variety of housing options that include studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, featuring full kitchens, wheelchair accessibility and paid utilities.

• Community features include a pool, fitness center, pharmacy and beauty parlor/barbershop
• Pet-friendly environment

American House Stuart Lodge

1301 SE Palm Beach Road

Stuart, FL 34994

(772) 324-3124

Situated on the Treasure Coast, American House Stuart Lodge provides senior living care within the scenic surroundings of historic Stuart. The facility is only a few minutes away from an airstrip, golf courses and shopping and dining areas. Residents enjoy a full calendar of activities, from creative pursuits and group games to live music events and regular excursions to nearby attractions. Numerous indoor and outdoor areas provide the perfect relaxation hub for residents seeking quiet reflection while reading a book or listening to soothing music. We included this facility on our list because of its resort-style amenities, including a billiards room, arts and crafts studio, bistro, sports lounge and garden room/conservatory.

• Meetings rooms available
• Religious services offered

Brookdale Jensen Beach

1700 NE Indian River Drive

Jensen Beach, FL 34957

(772) 497-0298

Residents at Brookdale Jensen Beach experience a unique retirement lifestyle in a community that's more of a resort than a senior living facility. The community offers assisted living and memory care, with residents receiving assistance from compassionate caregivers available on-site 24/7. Its calm setting, restaurant-style dining and extensive list of engaging activities and events are just some of the benefits residents enjoy. The staff handles housekeeping and laundry services as well as meal preparation, medication management, transportation, mobility assistance and daily help with personal hygiene. Amenities include a game room, outdoor pool, guest suites and scenic walking paths.

• Studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments offered
• Ice-cream parlor on-site