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Page Reviewed / Updated – July 18, 2022

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The coastal city of Miami is a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network, indicating its local government has taken steps to make it a safe, comfortable environment for residents of all ages. It’s home to over 440,000 year-round residents and has a large senior community that makes up nearly 17% of the population. While Miami’s overall cost of living is about 20% higher than state and national averages, the state’s lack of income tax may help those with limited resources afford local living expenses. Despite higher living costs, health care costs are consistent with the national average, and assisted living is relatively affordable at $4,385 per month.  

Through this guide, seniors can get more information on assisted living costs in Miami and options that may help them pay for care. The guide also features some rules assisted living facilities follow and a list of the top facilities in Miami. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Miami, FL

According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Miami area seniors pay $4,385 per month for assisted living.   

In Miami, assisted living costs are several hundred dollars higher than the state median of $4,000 but affordable compared to the national rate of $4,500 per month. While Miami is a relatively budget-friendly option, Florida seniors may find cheaper care in Sebring, where rates are among the lowest in the state at $3,436. In Port St. Lucie, seniors pay $3,763 per month for care, and in Orlando, care costs are consistent with the state median at $4,000. Panama City is among the costliest surveyed cities in Florida for assisted living, with local facilities charging $5,081 per month. 

  • Miami: $4,385    
  • Florida: $4,000    
  • United States: $4,500   
  • Port St. Lucie: $3,763  
  • Sebring: $3,436  
  • Orlando: $4,000 
  • Panama City: $5,081  

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care in Miami, FL  

In Miami, adult day health care costs $1,517 per month for services, making this the cheapest long-term care option in the city. In-home care costs $4,195 per month, and home health care is a little costlier at $4,385. Assisted living is comparably priced at $4,385 but includes most living expenses, making it affordable for many. Nursing home care is several thousand dollars more per month at  $9,019 for shared rooms and $10,904 for private accommodations.

  • In-Home Care: $4,195    
  • Home Health Care: $4,385    
  • Adult Day Health Care: $1,517   
  • Assisted Living Facility: $4,385    
  • Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room): $9,019 
  • Nursing Home Facility (private room): $10,904 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Miami, FL

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Other Ways To Pay for Assisted Living in Miami, FL

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For additional information and planning, read our comprehensive guide to paying for senior care in Florida.

Free Resources for Seniors in Miami, FL

Long-term care can be expensive. Fortunately, seniors in Miami have access to several nonprofit agencies and programs that can help them find the best solutions for their care needs and budgets. This table highlights free and low-cost resources in the region that help older adults compare facilities, find ways to pay for care and connect with free activities and programs in the community.

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Alliance for Aging, Inc.   (305) 670-6500     Alliance for Aging, Inc., is the Area Agency on Aging for the Miami region. This private nonprofit organization oversees a range of programs and services for area residents aged 60 and over, including information and referral services, health insurance options counseling and recreational programming. It operates the Elder Helpline, which seniors can call toll-free at (800) 963-5337 for one-on-one assistance with finding the best long-term care solutions for their needs.  
Veteran Services Program (305) 270-2940   The county’s Veteran Services Program division helps veterans and their qualifying family members obtain veteran benefits, file claims and appeal denied benefits. Through this office, seniors can apply for Aid and Attendance, which provides funds that may be used to cover long-term care, as well as assistance with hospitalization, pension and disability compensation. All services are free of charge. 
Mayor’s Initiative on Aging 

(305) 375-5648  

The Mayor’s Initiative on Aging promotes access to information regarding long-term care services in Miami, helping seniors make informed decisions. Through this program, older adults can get help with determining whether they qualify for Medicaid, which may help cover care and medical expenses. The program also connects individuals with the Department of Public Housing and Community Development, which provides assisted living to income-qualifying individuals.  
SHINE 

(800) 963-5337 

SHINE is a statewide program that provides access to free Medicare options counseling for beneficiaries. This program is staffed primarily by trained volunteers who meet with seniors over the phone and in person to help them understand their benefits, review medical and long-term care bills and determine whether they qualify for programs such as Medicaid and Medicare Savings Programs.  
Senior Volunteer Programs  

(786) 469-4851  

Miami residents aged 55 and over can donate their time through three senior volunteer programs, the Foster Grandparent Program, the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program and the Senior Companion Program. Seniors may serve as little or as much as they want and get free placement assistance and training. In exchange, they may get benefits such as tax-free stipends and transportation reimbursement.  

Rules and Regulations for Assisted Living Facilities in Miami, FL

Assisted Living Communities in Miami are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined by the state. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Miami, FL

The Palace Renaissance

The Palace Renaissance offers 198 beds in its spacious studio apartments. With a 24-hour staff that's trained in the special needs of seniors with Alzheimer's, The Palace Renaissance holds a current certification from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for dementia care. Residents are served breakfast, lunch and dinner daily in the elegant dining room, or in their room. In addition to the normal activities of daily living, certified caregiver staff assist residents with medication management and monitoring. A doctor's office and physical therapy room are available on-site, and a licensed nurse is on call 24 hours a day. Rooms at The Palace Renaissance have a 24-hour emergency call system for safety.

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Imperial Club Independent and Assisted Living Community

Imperial Club Independent and Assisted Living Community has spacious apartment living for active older adults. Each unit in the assisted living wing of the community has its own kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, ample closet space and a view of either the water or the surrounding cityscape. Assisted living residents carry emergency alert pendants, and all bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and walk-in showers for seniors with limited mobility. Residents of this highrise community near the beach have daily room service, morning newspaper delivery and all-inclusive living with free basic cable TV. Religious services are provided in the chapel, including weekly Shabbat. Imperial Club Independent and Assisted Living Community is a pet-friendly community.

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Features
  • Individual heating and AC controls in each room
  • On-site parking available

Sterling Aventura

Sterling Aventura residents are served three chef-prepared meals a day in a restaurant-style dining room. Private dining is also available for residents and their guests. The sprawling property around Sterling Aventura is well landscaped and crossed with multiple walking trails that are laid out for seniors who may have limited mobility. Indoors, the community has a well-stocked library and game room, a media room where movie nights are held and a beauty and barber salon. Sterling Aventura residents are protected by 24-hour security and around-the-clock health support and monitoring. Staff assist with medication management, and every room has an emergency call system and walk-in shower.

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Features
  • Amenities include free cable TV, Wi-Fi and most utilities
  • Therapy/wellness programs

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon offers private accommodations for its assisted living residents. Residents and their guests can dine on three meals a day in the large family-style dining room, where staff chefs prepare a variety of menus developed by a certified nutritionist. After meals, residents can stroll through the landscaped terrace and courtyard in the mild Miami evening weather, or stay indoors and read in the library or visit the multi-purpose room for games, crafts and other group fun. Housekeeping, laundry and routine maintenance are provided by the community's caring staff, as are personal care services and medication management. On-site pharmacy services help residents stay current on their prescriptions, while certified case managers help keep care plans current as well.

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Epworth Village Retirement Community

Epworth Village Retirement Community offers 24-hour medical care for the residents who need personal attention, including personal care and medication assistance. Residents' rooms at Epworth Village all have spacious bedrooms and living rooms. Bathrooms include step-in showers with grab bars for extra safety. Weekly housekeeping and linen service is provided, as are chef-prepared meals in the restaurant-style dining room. Residents can keep up their exercise schedules in the state-of-the-art fitness center, or relax in the well-stocked library. Arts and crafts classes are held in the game room, which is also stocked with multiple board games and puzzles. Movie nights are held in the on-site theater, while spiritual services are provided in the chapel.

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The Pointe of North Gables

The Pointe of North Gables has a staff of caregivers who are trained in senior care and assistance with daily activities. Medication management, monitoring and assistance are available, as are weekly linen and laundry services. The Pointe of North Gables community organizes regular movie nights, activities and games, as well as monthly birthday and special holiday celebrations. Residents can stroll outdoors in the large open-air courtyard, or take in a movie on the large-screen TV in the spacious dining room where home-cooked meals are served daily. Private single and double rooms are available at The Pointe, with both smoking and non-smoking spaces available. Daily room cleaning is provided at no additional charge.

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Seasons Gardens

Newly renovated and under entirely new management, Seasons Gardens welcomes new residents in a handsome Spanish Colonial facility across from the Miami Zoo. All residents of Seasons Gardens are served three nutritionally balanced meals a day in the remodeled dining room, with attendant care for meal service if needed. Staff caregivers assist residents with activities of daily living and medication assistance, as well as coordination of medical, dental and other appointments. The updated landscaping around the Seasons Gardens property is lined with comfortable walking paths that pass through several outdoor gardens. Residents are provided with emergency call button pendants that can rapidly summon help if needed.

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Features
  • All-inclusive rates include TV, telephone and Wi-Fi
  • Daily housekeeping and linen services

LiveWell at Courtyard Plaza

LiveWell at Courtyard Plaza offers resort-style assisted living and front-desk concierge service for its assisted living residents. The front hall of the facility is a grand hotel-style lobby area, with spacious living rooms and activity rooms adjacent to it. The maintenance department at LiveWell at Courtyard Plaza is on call 24 hours a day to respond to sudden needs, and care staff at the facility schedule regular cultural and educational programs to help keep residents active in their community. Scheduled transportation is provided at no cost for all trips within a 5-mile radius, which can take residents as far out as the shoreline at Haulover Park. Trips for medical appointments are free out to 10 miles from Courtyard Plaza.

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Normandy Estates

Normandy Estates has a 24-hour staff that offers assistance for residents' daily living, as well as weekly linen and housekeeping services. Meals are served in the restaurant-style dining room, as are round the clock snacks and other refreshments. Community amenities include a private theater and emergency response system. Staff at the community maintain a full schedule of diverse and engaging activities, including educational lectures and classes on arts and crafts. Scheduling assistance is available for medical appointments, as is scheduled transportation to and from office visits. Residents at Normandy Estates have their choice of studio, studio deluxe and one-bedroom apartments, each with plush carpeting and window treatments. 

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Features
  • All-inclusive rates include free utilities except telephone
  • Rooms have kitchenettes and individually controlled thermostats

LiveWell at Grand Court Lakes

The resort-style living offered at LiveWell at Grand Court Lakes includes luxurious dining facilities in both the cafe-style dining hall and private dining rooms for residents and their guests. A well-appointed living room hosts evening get-togethers among residents, as well as regular classes for cultural and educational programs. Residents are frequently invited on group outings and special events, while in-house clubs welcome new residents for card games and other activities of interest. Transportation to medical appointments is free within a 10-mile radius of the facility, and for any destination within 5 miles. Maintenance staff are available 24 hours a day to respond to emergencies and routine repair calls.

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Features
  • Pet-friendly
  • Daily housekeeping, weekly laundry and optional dry cleaning