Nestled along the Gulf of Mexico, Naples is home to more than 19,000 residents. From its sunny year-round climate to its beautiful sandy beaches, historic downtown and access to world-class health care, this high-end resort town has plenty to offer seniors, who make up over half the city’s population.
To serve this demographic, the city offers an abundance of resources and living options for seniors of every level of need. One option is an assisted living facility. These communities provide a safe and comfortable environment where seniors receive help with daily tasks, health care services and therapies to improve their quality of life. In Naples, these communities cost an average of $5,300 per month. While these rates are higher than both the statewide and national averages, financial supports are available to help supplement these costs.
This guide contains information for seniors currently living in or considering moving to an assisted living facility, including the average cost of care, how these costs compare to other cities across the state and where to go for financial assistance. It also features a list of local resources available where seniors can access services to support their needs.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Florida. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors can expect to pay an average of $5,300 per month for assisted living services in Naples. This rate may differ slightly based on the services and amenities offered by an individual facility.
While care costs in Florida are generally lower than the national average, rates in Naples are much higher. At $5,300 per month, they’re $1,300 above the statewide median and $800 more than the U.S. national average.
The cost of assisted living is often influenced by a facility’s location and can vary greatly from city to city. The Naples area has some of the highest care costs in all of the state. Jacksonville and Tallahassee are also more expensive options, averaging $4,650 and $4,650 per month, respectively. Rates in Orlando are comparable to the state median of $4,000 and only slightly higher in the North Port area ($4,145). Florida’s most affordable cities for assisted living are Tampa ($3,350) and Gainesville ($2,350).
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:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Florida.
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(866) 413-5337 |
The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida helps connect seniors with resources and support services in their local community. It also functions as the region’s Aging and Disability Resource Center. Designed for seniors age 60 and older and adults with disabilities, the nonprofit organization operates in seven counties across southwestern Florida, including Collier County. Some of the services available through the AAASWFL include care coordination, benefits counseling, legal aid services, caregiver support and wellness programming. | |
(239) 252-4541 |
The Collier Senior Center provides an array of free resources and services to older adults and their caregivers. The center runs over 100 monthly activities and programs to help seniors stay engaged in mind, body and spirit, including movement classes, arts and crafts, hot lunches, local excursions and educational seminars. It also administers programs such as direct assistance and offers counseling, support groups and complementary health screenings. Membership is free and open to seniors living in Collier County who are 60 and older. | |
(239) 325-4444 |
The Naples Senior Center supports the needs of seniors in communities across Collier County and southern Lee County. The center offers a safe space to socialize, learn and stay active with programs such as art classes, book clubs, educational lectures and discussion groups. It also provides a wide range of tools, programs and social services, including geriatric case management, emotional support services, dementia respite support and a food pantry. | |
(866) 413-5337 |
The Elder Helpline helps seniors and their families locate aging, disability and caregiver resources in their community. Available to Southern Flordinians age 60 and older, this toll-free helpline is staffed by trained specialists who can answer questions, provide referrals and help individuals access local services and programs to suit their needs. This service is operated by the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida. | |
(239) 775-4555 |
Legal Aid Services of Collier County’s Senior Law Unit offers free legal advice and representation to Collier County residents who are age 60 and older, specifically those who demonstrate an economic or social need. Some of its services include informing seniors of their legal rights, preventing economic exploitation and assisting seniors with SSI and Social Security, health coverage programs, long-term care issues and assisted living care. | |
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Step Smart is volunteer-run nonprofit that provides fall prevention education and awareness to seniors in Southwest Florida. Its presentations are tailored to each audience and may feature Tai Chi demonstrations, complimentary balance testing, vision and hearing screenings, medication management and health evaluations. Step Smart can also provide information on local health and wellness programs available to seniors. | |
(239) 403-2377 |
The Naples Vet Center can help veterans and their dependents understand and apply for the benefits they’re entitled to. These may include health care services, pensions, disability compensation and Aid and Attendance payments. It also offers counseling services, support groups and educational programming. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Naples area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. 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.