The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palm Harbor, FL

HarborChase of Palm Harbor is a pet-friendly assisted living, memory care and congregate care community where residents can age in place, even if their needs change over time. The facility's dedicated and caring staff members are on hand around-the-clock to provide supportive services and respectful assistance. Seniors can take part in a wide range of individual and group activities through the Life Enrichment Program, and regular events include visits from local musicians and comedians, chair yoga sessions and holiday parties.

Family-owned and operated, Accordia Woods is a 20-suite assisted living facility where every resident is treated with respect. Each apartment includes a private bathroom and kitchenette, and seniors can have their suite painted and decorated to match their personal tastes. Transportation to local medical appointments and shopping areas is included, and there's a robust wellness program designed to help residents stay active. We featured Accordia Woods on this 10-best list because the facility caters to seniors who prefer to reside in a small, intimate community.

Stratford Court of Palm Harbor is a large, mid-rise continuing care community where seniors enjoy unlimited access to a wide range of recreational programs and amenities. Residents can enjoy peaceful views of the adjacent canal from many of the apartments, and the grounds feature a large swimming pool, manicured lawns and a patio with dining area. There's a full-service barbershop and beauty salon on-site, and meals are served in the restaurant-style dining room.

Coral Oaks is a bright, three-story independent and assisted living facility located just steps from restaurants, shops and public transit. Accommodations range in size from cozy studios to spacious one-bedroom suites with two bathrooms and a den, and each apartment includes a handy kitchenette and en suite laundry center. The community features a year-round heated swimming pool, putting green and movie theater, and snacks and personal items are sold at the on-site general store.

Seniors who prefer a cozy, family-style assisted living experience will feel right at home at Angels Senior Living at Palm Harbor. Nestled in a quiet, tree-lined residential neighborhood, this facility is designed to look and feel like an upscale bed and breakfast. Seniors can choose to enjoy their meals whenever they like with the all-day dining program, and the community-wide Wi-Fi makes it easy for residents to stay connected with their loved ones. Rehabilitation therapies are available, and friendly, compassionate caregivers are on-duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Bayou Gardens Palm Harbor assisted living and memory care community is conveniently situated just off highway 19 near the AdventHealth Palm Harbor ER and Coral Landings shopping center. Purpose-built in 1993, this facility features a number of common areas including a large screened lanai, covered front porch and sitting rooms with televisions. Each semi-private and private room is fully furnished, and staff often bring in their family dogs to visit with the residents. Bayou Gardens is located outside the flood and hurricane evacuation zone, and the staff members include licensed nursing assistants.

Grand Villa of Clearwater is a warm, inviting senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. Caregivers use advanced technologies to ensure each resident receives personalized care, and that any emerging health concerns are quickly identified. The full-time activity coordinator organizes a wide variety of age-appropriate classes, holiday parties and daily events for residents, and the in-house culinary team is happy to take special requests.

Grand Villa of Dunedin is situated just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico and offers a fun-filled lifestyle for its assisted living residents. The facility is equipped with the innovative Villa Care Technology system, which helps to optimize service delivery while providing continuous care updates to residents' loved ones. Meals are served restaurant-style, and the Passport Dining Program ensures that seniors have access to a wide range of menu options.

Bright, modern and spacious, Addington Place of East Lake is a three-story assisted living facility where seniors enjoy a number of hotel-style services and amenities. Each private suite includes a screened-in balcony with views of either the neighboring nature preserve, or the community's heated outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool. In-suite dining is available, and there's a private dining room that can be reserved for family celebrations. We featured Addington Place of East Lake on this 10-best list because it offers extra-large private suites and a number of well-designed common spaces.

Brookdale Tarpon Springs is a peaceful single-story assisted living community nestled on a quiet campus less than a block south of the AdventHealth North Pinellas hospital. Residents of this pet-friendly facility receive around-the-clock support from a team of dedicated caregivers who take the time to get to know each senior and their family members. The activity calendar includes a weekly Wii Bowling league, Sunday crafting group, nature walks and regular excursions to baseball games and nearby shopping areas. There's a handy in-house general store stocked with personal items and treats, as well as clinic space for visiting doctors and rehabilitation therapists.