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Independent living in Tampa, FL

2 independent living communities and continuing care retirement communities from public records.

Independent living communities
2
in Tampa
Units
180
across all 2
Adults 65+
55,192
Census estimate for Tampa
Within 25 miles
8
of the center of Tampa
Independent LivingAssisted Living 173Memory Care 44Home Care 74Nursing Homes 18Senior Apartments 31Care Homes 111
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Source: CMS Care Compare, Nursing Home Provider Information, processed Sep 1, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Tampa (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Independent living communities near Tampa

Counting neighboring towns, there are 8 independent living communities within 25 miles of the center of Tampa, 6 more than in Tampa itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Tampa

See all 8 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Independent living in Tampa at a glance

There are 2 independent living communities in Tampa, FL, according to CMS Care Compare records. No single ZIP code dominates: the independent living communities are spread across 2 ZIP codes, and the busiest, 33613, has 1.1

By ZIP code

  • 336131
  • 336291
Independent living communities in Tampa by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.1

By size

  • Under 50 units1
  • 50 to 149 units0
  • 150 units or more1
Size is the number of units on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How independent living is regulated in Florida

Independent living is housing. Any assisted living, memory care or nursing care offered on the same campus is licensed separately; in Florida, residential care is licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.2

Paying for care

Ways to pay for independent living in Florida

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Florida Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Florida Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.4
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.5 The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (844-693-5838).6
Medicare counseling
Florida’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 18009635337.7

Local resources

Local help for families in Tampa

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Hillsborough County8

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Hillsborough County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    West Central District9

    (813) 558-5591

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Hillsborough County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Florida Adult Protective Services

    800-962-2873

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE)7

    18009635337

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Florida Department of Veterans Affairs6

    844-693-5838

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Florida Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about independent living in Tampa

How many independent living communities are in Tampa, FL?

WeFoundCare lists 2 independent living communities in Tampa, FL, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Tampa there are 8.

How many units can independent living communities in Tampa serve?

2 of the 2 independent living communities report units, for a combined 180 units. The Census Bureau estimates 55,192 adults age 65 and older live in Tampa.

Which Tampa ZIP codes have the most independent living communities?

33613 (1), 33629 (1). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Tampa have at least one.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Tampa?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Hillsborough County, call (813) 558-5591. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Florida Adult Protective Services at 800-962-2873.

Are there independent living communities near Tampa?

Nearby cities with listings include St. Petersburg (2, 17.5 mi), Clearwater (1, 17.8 mi), Sun City Center (1, 18.5 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing independent living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Tampa

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from CMS Care Compare (Nursing Home Provider Information), Sep 1, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Tampa (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.10
  • Units is the figure on the public record; 2 of 2 independent living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Tampa (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Nursing Home Provider Information. data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py Accessed Sep 1, 2026.
  2. Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. quality.healthfinder.fl.gov/Facility-Provider/ALF Accessed .
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.