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With 51 miles of waterfront along the scenic Gulf of Mexico, the city of Tarpon Springs offers seniors a sunny and relaxing place to retire. In addition to 23 assisted living facilities, a wide range of essential health services are available to Tarpon Springs residents, almost 30% of whom are aged 65 and older. The city’s location in central Florida means that seniors can expect warm weather year-round, with temperatures averaging between 54 and 89 degrees F. From Fred Howard Park to Sunset Beach, Tarpon Springs is filled with scenic natural attractions. The city is also home to the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, which houses a vast collection of modern and contemporary art.
According to the 2020 Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey, the cost of assisted living in Tarpon Springs is $3,225 per month, which is $1,075 less than the national average of $4,300 per month. Actual pricing varies depending on facility location, amenities offered and services provided to residents.
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With a median assisted living cost of $3,225 per month, assisted living care in Tarpon Springs is more affordable than in many other Florida areas; the statewide median cost is $3,700. Tarpon Springs’ assisted living care costs are a significant $1,075 lower than the national median of $4,300. Tarpon Springs’ median monthly care cost is also lower than that of nearby Georgia ($3,500) or South Carolina ($3,988), though Alabama has a lower median cost than all three states at $3,150.
Throughout Florida, assisted living care costs vary significantly. While Tarpon Springs has lower care costs than retirement hotspots such as Naples ($4,550 per month), care costs are still higher than in certain cities, such as Sebring ($2,895 per month). Moving north to the Florida Panhandle, the capital city of Tallahassee has much higher premiums of $5,506 per month. To the far south, the metropolitan city of Miami has slightly higher care costs than Tarpon Springs, at $3,500 per month.
Note: Data for Tarpon Springs was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tampa, was used instead.
Florida provides financial assistance to low-income seniors to cover the costs associated with assisted living through its Medicaid program, the Florida Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program. Seniors must be aged 65 and older and must meet the financial eligibility requirements determined by the Florida Medicaid program. For more information about the SMMC LTC Program, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas | (800) 963-5337 | Empowering programs and community advocacy are only a small part of what the local Area Agency on Aging does to support older adults as they continue through the aging process. The organization offers nutrition programs and fitness and education classes focused on supporting the physical and mental well-being of older residents. Seniors can also receive Medicare counseling, legal assistance, health screenings and assistance with elder abuse issues and fraud prevention. Detailed information about the resources and services provided by the agency is available via the agency’s helpline. |
| Pinellas County Veteran Services | (727) 464-8460 | In addition to administrative support, Pinellas County Veteran Services helps veterans of the armed services with the application for VA Benefits. Certain health benefits, such as the Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit, provide financial assistance to help cover assisted living costs. Many additional services are offered to veterans, from help obtaining medical records to general counseling. While the Tarpon Springs office is only open on Wednesdays, veterans can also contact the main Veteran Services office in Clearwater for assistance. |
| Gulfcoast Legal Services | (727) 821-0726 | Gulfcoast Legal Services offers free legal advice to low-income seniors in the Tarpon Springs area through its Senior Services initiative. Assistance is provided for legal issues regarding Social Security, medical bills and debt collection defense. Family law assistance is also available. A complete list of the legal issues the organization can assist with is available on the organization’s website. Free legal aid is given at four offices located throughout the Gulf Coast area. |
| Neighborly Care Network | (727) 573-9444 | Since 1966, the Neighborly Care Network has provided nutrition, transportation and adult day care services to residents age 60 and older. In addition to operating Senior Cafes throughout Pinellas County, the organization is also responsible for the local Meals on Wheels program. Neighborly Transportation provides free door-to-door transportation services to medical appointments, group grocery shopping, and group dining events. All appointments must be within a 10-mile radius from the pickup location and rides must be scheduled two days in advance. |
| PSTA- Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority | (727) 540-1900 | Through the PSTA Senior Special Citizen program, local residents aged 65 and older are eligible for reduced fares on all regular bus routes. Seniors must possess a valid Medicare card and complete an online application to qualify for the service. The program provides transportation to seniors with disabilities and all buses are wheelchair accessible. |
The Agency for Health Care Administration regulates assisted living communities in Tarpon Springs. All facilities must comply with the rules and regulations set forth regarding medical management, health and safety, and staffing requirements. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page to learn more about these laws and regulatory measures.
