Guide
Assisted Living vs Nursing Home Cost in Florida
Families often assume the only option is a nursing home. For seniors who need daily help but not round-the-clock skilled nursing, assisted living can cost far less. Here's how the numbers compare, using published survey data and our own rates.
The numbers
Survey figures are statewide medians; actual prices vary by facility and area.
- Florida nursing home, semi-private room: median $10,342/month ($124,100/year) — CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey
- Florida nursing home, private room: median $12,167/month ($146,000/year) — same survey
- Love ALF assisted living, shared room: $3,200/month, all-inclusive
- Love ALF advanced care (e.g., diabetes management): up to $3,500/month
What's actually different
A nursing home provides licensed skilled nursing care around the clock and is built for residents with complex medical needs. Assisted living provides help with daily living — bathing, dressing, medications, meals — in a residential setting, with medical care coordinated through visiting providers.
At Love ALF that means caregivers 24 hours a day, a manager at each home, a nurse practitioner for medical needs, a podiatrist and a cosmetologist, plus two free doctor rides a day within 10 miles.
Is assisted living enough for my parent?
It's often a fit when someone needs reliable daily help and supervision but is medically stable. It may not be enough for someone who needs continuous skilled nursing. We'll tell you honestly after talking through your loved one's needs — call (239) 544-5928.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing home cost in Florida?
CareScout's 2025 Cost of Care Survey lists a Florida median of $10,342 per month for a semi-private room and $12,167 for a private room.
How much does Love ALF cost?
$3,200 per month for a shared room, all-inclusive; up to $3,500 for advanced care such as diabetes management.
Does Medicaid help with either?
Florida's SMMC Long-Term Care program covers both nursing facility and assisted living services for eligible people. Love ALF accepts Medicaid.
What's included in Love ALF's price?
Help with daily living, medication management, three meals plus a snack, activities, 24-hour care, and two free doctor rides per day within 10 miles.
Learn more
- Assisted living cost at Love ALF
- Services included
- Love ALF — 1711/1713 SW 34th St, Cape Coral (License #13519)
- Love ALF II — 2918/2920 SW 7th Pl, Cape Coral (License #13758)
- Assisted Living Near Fort Myers, FL
- Assisted Living Near North Fort Myers, FL
- Assisted Living for Lehigh Acres Families
- Medicaid for Assisted Living in Lee County, FL
- Dementia-Friendly Assisted Living in Cape Coral, FL
Call (239) 544-5928 to schedule a tour. Se habla español — ask for Cindy Garcia.
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Ready to take the next step?
Call us to schedule a tour or ask about availability. We’re happy to answer questions in English or Spanish.