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Assisted Living in Bartow, FL

Bartow is located in the heart of Florida, just south of Lakeland. This small city is home to 19,309 residents, 2,896 of whom are seniors over the age of 65. With its low cost of living and warm year-round climate, Bartow is an excellent retirement destination for seniors who enjoy spending time outside year-round. 

Assisted living facilities support seniors with a variety of tasks of daily living, such as personal grooming, housekeeping and transportation. An assisted living facility may be the right choice for seniors who don’t require 24/7 medical support but require a helping hand with day-to-day activities. Seniors in the Bartow area, residents typically paid around $3,300 per month  in 2021for assisted-living care.

This guide offers an introduction to assisted living in Bartow. Read on to learn more about the average prices of care in Florida, ways to pay for care, and about support services available to seniors. 

1 Assisted Living communities in Bartow, FL | 18 nearby communities

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1. The Club at Bartow

290 Idlewood Ave, Bartow, FL, 33830

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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18 matching communities nearby Bartow

1. Grand Villa of Lakeland

2111 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL, 33805

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Brookdale Winter Haven

6120 Cypress Gardens Boulevard, Winter Haven, FL, 33884

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Lake Howard Heights

650 N. Lake Howard Drive, Winter Haven, FL, 33881

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Brookdale Highlands

4250 Lakeland Highlands Rd., Lakeland, FL, 33813

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Hawthorne Inn

625 Overlook Drive, Winter Haven, FL, 33884

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Hawthorne Inn Lakeland

6150 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL, 33813

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Lake Morton Senior Living

400 S Florida Avenue, Lakeland, FL, 33801

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Best Care Senior Living at Winter Haven

1801 Lake Mariam Dr, Winter Haven, FL, 33884

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Ansley Parke at Oakbridge

3110 Oakbridge Blvd East , Lakeland, FL, 33803

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Senior Helpers – Lakeland

2515 Troy Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33803

Home Care, Personal Care

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. The Manor at Lake Morton

534 East Lime Street, Lakeland, FL, 33801

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. New Horizon Share Home

2100 State Road 540 West, Winter Haven, FL, 33880

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. The Meadows at Cypress Gardens

3050 Woodmont Ave, Winter Haven, FL, 33884

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Spring Haven Retirement

1225 Havendale Blvd, NW, Winter Haven, FL, 33881

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Lake Wire Retirement Center

315 WEST PEACHTREE STREET, Lakeland, FL, 33815

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Highlands Lake Center

4240 LAKELAND HIGHLANDS RD, Lakeland, FL, 33813

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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Residence Retirement Center Inc, Lakeland, FL

17. Residence Retirement Center Inc

212 Chestnut Road, Lakeland, FL, 33815

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Wedgewood of Winter Haven Inc

480 Ave E SE, Winter Haven, FL, 33880

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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What is Assisted Living?

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 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Bartow

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.

Paying For Assisted Living in Bartow

The average cost of an assisted living facility in the Bartow area in 2021 was around $3,300 per month. This can vary depending on the location, services and amenities.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Bartow

In Lakeland, FL, the closest community for which collected data is available, the average cost assisted living facility was $700 cheaper than the Florida average and $1,200 cheaper than the U.S. average. 

$3300

Lakeland/Bartow

$4000

Florida

$4500

The United States

The cost of assisted living varies throughout the state of Florida. In nearby Tampa, the cost of care was around the same price at $3,350 per month; in Orlando, seniors paid around $4,000 per month. In the other major cities, care can be more expensive. In Miami in 2021, seniors paid on average $4,385. Jacksonville was one of the most expensive cities in the state for care at $4,660. In Cape Coral and North Port, the average prices were above the state average at $4,334 and $4,145 per month. In Gainesville, seniors paid around $2,350 per month.

$3300

Lakeland/Bartow

$3350

Tampa

$4000

Orlando

$4385

Miami

$4334

Cape Coral

$4660

Jacksonville

$2350

Gainesville

$4145

North Port

Note: Data for Bartow was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lakeland, was used instead.

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bartow

More ways to pay for assisted living in Florida

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Florida.

Bartow Assisted Living Resources

ResourceContactService
Polk County Department of Aging(800) 533-0741The Polk County Department of Aging offers services and programs to senior citizens in Bartow. The department provides a variety of services including elder care, senior transportation, senior companion services and senior citizen assistance programs. 
Heart of Florida Legal Aid Society(863) 519-5663 The Heart of Florida Legal Aid Society provides legal aid to low-income individuals who would not otherwise be able to access legal help. Aid is available to individuals who are at or below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines. The types of cases they handle include housing issues, discrimination, family law and custody issues. There are no fees for qualified applicants. 
Seniors on the Move(863) 534-0161Seniors on the Move is a recreation center that encourages seniors socialization. It takes seniors on trips to local attractions such as movie theaters, boat rides, farm visits and to other special events. It is available to seniors in Polk County. The center is open Tuesday and Thursday 2:30pm to 5:30pm.
Florida Ombudsman Program(863) 413-2764The Florida Ombudsman Program provides seniors in long-term care communities with an advocate. The advocates visit the communities regularly and address any issues that residents may have with the staff or facility and aim to resolve them. The ombudsmen protect the health, safety, welfare and rights of residents and serve as an independent third party who residents can talk to about any problems. All of the services are confidential and free. 
Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (863) 284-0828Volunteers in Service to the Elderly provides a variety of services to seniors. It offers a transportation service to help seniors who can no longer drive get to medical  appointments and to run other errands. It also offers a range of other services, including supplementary groceries and personal care boxes. 

Bartow Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Bartow 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.

Laws and Regulations for Assisted Living in Florida