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Best Assisted Living in Jacksonville, Florida

42 communities found

Jacksonville has 43 assisted living communities, all residential in style, and 39 of them carry enough reviews to be rated. Across those communities, 1,644 reviews were read, giving an average rating of 4.2 out of 5.

  • 42communities
  • 4.2average rating, 38 rated
  • 2,155family reviews read
  • 2small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated assisted living in Jacksonville

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Discovery Commons San Pablo

    4.8 (60 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 67 units

    Families describe Discovery Commons San Pablo as warm and family-like, with attentive caregivers and clean grounds, though some report memory care staffing concerns.

  2. 2

    Sodalis Jacksonville

    4.7 (42 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care

    Sodalis Jacksonville holds a 4.7 average rating from 42 Google reviews, though no individual review comments were provided.

  3. 3

    Discovery Village Deerwood Independent Living

    4.7 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care

  4. 4

    Her Heart Village Assisted Living Facility (Autumn)

    4.7 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living

    Her Heart Village Assisted Living Facility holds a 4.7 rating from 31 Google reviews, with no individual comments available to detail specifics.

  5. 5

    Ingleside ALF Home, LLC

    4.8 (17 reviews)· Assisted Living· 18 units

    Families describe Ingleside ALF Home as small and home-like, praising cleanliness, food quality, and the owner's direct involvement in medical care coordination.

  6. 6

    L'Arche Jacksonville

    4.8 (17 reviews)· Assisted Living· 7 units

    L'Arche Jacksonville III is a very small home built on adults with and without disabilities living together, praised for warmth and genuine care.

  7. 7

    Starling at San Jose

    4.6 (75 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

  8. 8

    Porter's Adult Care and Training

    5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living· 10 units

    Families describe Porter's Adult Care as small and home-like, with owner Mrs. Porter personally involved, calling the atmosphere caring and welcoming.

  9. 9

    Camellia at Deerwood

    4.5 (96 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care

    Camellia at Deerwood is an assisted living and independent living community in Jacksonville, Florida, that has earned a strong 4.5 out of 5 rating from 96 Google reviews. Beyond the rating itself, no detailed review…

  10. 10

    HarborChase of Mandarin

    4.5 (46 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care

    HarborChase of Mandarin holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating based on 46 Google reviews, but no individual review comments or amenity details were provided here, so specific feedback from families about daily life, staff, or care…

What families say about assisted living in Jacksonville

Counted across the review summaries of 41 Jacksonville communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted in 57% of 42 communities, along with activities and social life and the building and grounds, each cited in 40%. Cleanliness comes up in 38% and memory care in 33%. On the concern side, cost and billing is raised in 62% of communities, communication with families in 60%, building and upkeep in 29%, and staff attitude in 21%.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 59%
  • Activities and social life 46%
  • Building and grounds 44%
  • Cleanliness 37%
  • Memory care 34%

Concerns raised

  • Cost and billing 61%
  • Communication with families 59%
  • Building and upkeep 32%
  • Staff attitude 20%

“I have never seen a facility with the quality of food served here. It is impressive by any standard. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Highly recommended if you're looking for a place for a loved one. My father loves it here and we couldn't see him anywhere else.”

“Amazing facilities and a wonderful memory care department. My great aunt was very comfortable and well taken care of. Every visit we had with her she was in good spirits. Thanks again to the team at discovery commons and especially the memory care staff.”

“Beth and the entire team at alto have been so good with my mom always tending to her needs want to give a huge shout out to the nursing staff on the memory side top notch team.”

Assisted Living in Jacksonville: the figures

  • •Of the 21 with a known size, 2 have ten residents or fewer, 10 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60.
  • •Among the 7 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,520 a month with a median of $4,580.
  • •Most common amenities: housekeeping (37), medication management (37), 24-hour staff (37), wheelchair accessible (36), emergency call system (36), social activities (36).

How families pay for assisted living in Florida

In Florida, as elsewhere, most families start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care or independent living, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years earlier, can also help cover these costs, though the specifics of what's covered vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care.

The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Florida.

Assisted Living near Jacksonville

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Orange Park9.9 mi284 / 5
Ponte Vedra Beach17.6 mi54.6 / 5
Fernandina Beach29.2 mi54.7 / 5
St. Augustine30 mi334.4 / 5

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About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 42 communities listed in Jacksonville, 2,155 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.

Reading on this

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Assisted Living in Jacksonville: Common Questions

How many assisted living communities are in Jacksonville, Florida?

MyLivingChoice lists 42 assisted living communities in Jacksonville, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

How much does assisted living cost in Jacksonville?

Among Jacksonville communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $2,520/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,548/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.

Which assisted living communities in Jacksonville are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Porter's Adult Care and Training (5★, 6 ratings), Discovery Commons San Pablo (4.8★, 60 ratings), Ingleside ALF Home, LLC (4.8★, 17 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Jacksonville?

Beyond assisted living, Jacksonville has skilled nursing / long term care (38 communities), home health (36 communities), memory care (21 communities), independent living (18 communities), at-home care (14 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate assisted living in Jacksonville?

Families rate Jacksonville assisted living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 2,155 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Jacksonville assisted living communities?

Across the review summaries of 41 Jacksonville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 59%), activities and social life (mentioned for 46%), building and grounds (mentioned for 44%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (61%), communication with families (59%), building and upkeep (32%).

Are there small assisted living homes in Jacksonville?

Yes. Of the 21 Jacksonville communities with a known size, 2 have ten residents or fewer, 10 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.