Best Senior Living in Merritt Island, Florida
8 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 senior care options in Merritt Island: 8 communities and 1 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 251 public reviews.
- 9options listed
- 4.2average rating, 8 rated
- 251family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
La Casa Assisted Living Community
Merritt Island, Florida
5(6)
Assisted Living
Hampton Manor of Merritt Island
Merritt Island, Florida
4.5(38)
Assisted Living
Cedar Creek Assisted Living
Merritt Island, Florida
4.5(32)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Sodalis Merritt Island
Merritt Island, Florida
4.4(29)
Assisted Living
The Terrace At Courtenay Springs
Merritt Island, Florida
4.2(39)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Space Coast Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Merritt Island, Florida
4(3)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island
Merritt Island, Florida
4(100)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Tropical Living Club 2
Merritt Island, Florida
3.3(3)
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Merritt Island
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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La Casa Assisted Living Community
5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living· 36 units
Families describe La Casa as a small, boutique assisted living community in Merritt Island where staff know residents and families personally. Reviewers highlight attentive, compassionate staff members by name and…
- 2
Hampton Manor of Merritt Island
4.5 (38 reviews)· Assisted Living· 140 units
Families describe Hampton Manor of Merritt Island as a clean, well-run assisted living community with a dedicated memory care section, where staff members are frequently praised by name for going above and beyond during…
- 3
4.5 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 78 units
Families frequently praise the warmth and attentiveness of the staff at Cedar Creek, along with the clean, well-kept building and active social calendar. At the same time, several reviewers describe…
- 4
4.4 (29 reviews)· Assisted Living· 95 units
Families describe Sodalis Merritt Island as a warm, attentive assisted living community where staff are consistently praised for kindness, communication, and low turnover. A few reviewers raised concerns about a…
- 5
The Terrace At Courtenay Springs
4.2 (39 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Families and rehab patients at The Terrace At Courtenay Springs speak highly of the nursing and therapy staff, especially praising individual caregivers for compassion and skilled wound care. Reviewers describe a strong…
- 6
Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island
4 (100 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
Reviewers largely describe Solaris Healthcare Merritt Island as a caring, family-like skilled nursing and rehab community, praising specific nurses, CNAs, and therapists by name. A few reviews mention inconsistent…
What families say about senior living in Merritt Island
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Merritt Island communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Activities and social life 75%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Communication with families 38%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 63%
- Staff attitude 38%
- Communication with families 38%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
“We feel this is the best place for our grandmother with a competent and caring staff. We never worry about her. She is well taken care of!”
“This place is wonderful as a resident myself, they have a absolutely wonderful staff. The best activites crystal is wonderful and fun. You will not be disappointed.”
“Jeff N was exceptional during our whole process for helping get our mom settled at Hampton Manor. The staff is so kind and caring to my mom. The entire staff genuinely cares and it truly shows! Thank you! 💕💕”
Senior Living in Merritt Island: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: social activities (6), medication management (6), housekeeping (6), private rooms (6), emergency call system (6), gathering / activity spaces (6).
Senior Living near Merritt Island
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockledge5.8 mi | 10 | 4.1 / 5 | 5.8 mi |
| Titusville16.7 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 16.7 mi |
| Melbourne17.6 mi | 35 | 4.2 / 5 | 17.6 mi |
| West Melbourne22.3 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 22.3 mi |
| Palm Bay26.7 mi | 10 | 4.5 / 5 | 26.7 mi |
| St. Cloud33.2 mi | 11 | 4.7 / 5 | 33.2 mi |
| Orlando33.5 mi | 14 | 4.4 / 5 | 33.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Merritt Island, 251 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Merritt Island ask about.
- Home Care in Florida: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Merritt Island: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Merritt Island, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 senior living communities in Merritt Island, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Merritt Island are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include La Casa Assisted Living Community (5★, 6 ratings), Hampton Manor of Merritt Island (4.5★, 38 ratings), Cedar Creek Assisted Living (4.5★, 32 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Merritt Island?
Beyond senior living, Merritt Island has assisted living (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Merritt Island?
Families rate Merritt Island senior living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 251 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Merritt Island senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Merritt Island communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), activities and social life (mentioned for 75%), cleanliness (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (63%), staff attitude (38%), communication with families (38%).
Are there small senior living homes in Merritt Island?
Of the 8 Merritt Island communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Merritt Island nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Merritt Island carry an overall star rating, averaging 3 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.