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Riverview is situated on Central Florida’s Gulf Coast and is sought out for its warm year-round weather and high access to health care. This growing community has over 107,000 residents, and seniors account for a tenth of the population. On average, health-related costs such as dental care and doctors’ office visits cost about 4% less here than in the typical U.S. city, and there are about 243 doctors per 100,000 people compared to the national rate of 210. While there are no hospitals within Riverview, Brandon Regional Hospital is located just 7 miles north of the city center. The city also has a range of amenities to meet the social and recreational needs of its older population, including the Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative, which allows cardholders to check out books and DVDs via the mail.
There are nine assisted living facilities in Riverview ranging in size from as few as six residents to over 100. On average, seniors in this region pay $3,225 per month for assisted living.
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The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey indicates that seniors in Riverview pay $3,225 per month for assisted living. Local rates are $475 lower than the state median of $3,700 and over $1,000 lower than the national average of $4,300. Rates in Riverview are competitive compared to average care costs across state lines, including in Georgia and Mississippi, where respective monthly fees average $3,500 and $3,713. In South Carolina, facilities charge higher fees of $3,988 per month. Seniors may find more affordable care in Alabama, where monthly rates average $3,150.
Riverview is among the most economical cities in Florida for seniors seeking assisted living. Sebring is among the few surveyed cities with more affordable care, with rates averaging $2,895. In the Lakeland area, rates exceed the state median at $3,945, and in Jacksonville, facilities charge $4,150. Sebastian and The Villages are pricier at $4,500 and $4,950, and rates in Tallahassee are the highest in the state at $5,506.
Note: Data for Riverview was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tampa Area, was used instead.
While assisted living in Riverview is relatively affordable, many older adults use public benefits to cover care costs. The Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program covers assisted living services for qualifying individuals. Covered services include attendant care, homemaker services, intermittent and skilled nursing, personal care, therapy and transportation, depending on what’s medically necessary for the individual.
For information on this program’s eligibility requirements and other options for paying for local assisted living expenses, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Brandon Senior Center | (813) 635-8066 | The closest senior center, Brandon Senior Center, is about 8 miles away in Tampa. At this location, those aged 50 and over can enjoy congregate meals and participate in a range of social and recreational activities, including virtual wellness classes, bingo and age-friendly fitness programs. The center can also help older adults connect with services in the community, such as transportation and financial counseling. |
| Aging Services | (813) 272-5250 | Aging Services is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Riverview region. It has a broad range of services to complement or supplement what assisted living residents receive through their facilities, including information and referrals for community-based services, door-to-door transportation and options counseling. |
| Florida SHINE | (800) 963-5337 | SHINE is a statewide program that offers health insurance options counseling for those aged 65 and over. By calling the toll-free line, seniors can speak with trained volunteers who help them understand their Medicare benefits, assess available Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans and compare long-term care insurance policies. All services are free and confidential. |
| Office of Veterans Services | (813) 635-8316 | The county’s Office of Veterans Services connects veterans and their families with services in the community such as transportation, counseling and financial assistance. The office can also help veterans determine whether they qualify for VA programs that can help them pay for assisted living. |
| Bay Area Legal Services | (800) 625-2257 | Bay Area Legal Services provides free civil legal aid to qualifying individuals in Riverview and the surrounding region. Its legal professionals provide in-person and over-the-phone assistance with issues such as denied Medicare claims or canceled policies, assisted living facility billing errors and Social Security overpayment. |
| West Central Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (888) 831-0404 | The long-term care ombudsman advocates on behalf of those in assisted living, ensuring residents understand their rights and receive the quality of care they deserve. The ombudsman can help seniors and families research local facilities, identify options for paying for care and resolve problems with intake and discharge procedures, care planning or resident treatment. |
| Seniors in Service | (813) 932-5228 | Seniors in Service is a local nonprofit organization that provides volunteer opportunities for older adults. Volunteer opportunities include teaching music classes in local schools, making friendly phone calls to housebound members of the community and being a classroom tutor and mentor. |
Assisted living facilities in Riverview follow regulations and guidelines set by the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation. This governing body has rules regarding the required scope of care, medication management, nutrition services and care planning. Specific information on licensing requirements is available on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
