For Apollo Beach families, assisted living comes down to a handful of practical questions — who's licensed nearby, what it costs in 2026, and how fast a spot can open. We answer those here. We currently track 2 licensed assisted living communities serving Apollo Beach from Florida AHCA records.
What's below: the licensed providers, 2026 Apollo Beach cost ranges, the local hospital and neighborhood context, what to ask on a tour, and how to act fast if a hospital discharge is looming. Prefer to talk it through? Get matched with a free local advisor — no fees, ever.
What assisted living means — and who it's for
Assisted living fits an older adult who needs daily help — bathing, dressing, medication reminders, meals — but does not require round-the-clock skilled nursing. It's the most common first move when living alone stops being safe.
How Florida regulates it: In Florida, assisted living is licensed by AHCA under Chapter 429, F.S. Communities hold a Standard license, or an Extended Congregate Care (ECC) or Limited Nursing Services (LNS) license that lets residents stay as needs increase, plus a Limited Mental Health (LMH) designation where relevant. Always verify the exact license type — it determines how long your parent can remain as care needs grow.
In Apollo Beach specifically, that means weighing the licensed options against Apollo Beach's cost range and your family's timeline. The right choice balances care level, budget, location near South Bay Hospital (HCA, nearby), and how quickly you need a spot.
Apollo Beach assisted living: by the numbers
2 licensed assisted living communities on file in Apollo Beach; about 11 total licensed beds; averaging 6 beds per community; the largest at 6 beds. These counts come from current Florida AHCA licensing data, not estimates.
Licensed assisted living providers in Apollo Beach
Selected by licensed bed capacity. Source: Florida AHCA / FloridaHealthFinder, current 2026. Always confirm a current license at quality.healthfinder.fl.gov before signing.
| Provider | City | Licensed beds | AHCA license # |
|---|---|---|---|
| Person To Person Care Center, LLC | Apollo Beach | 6 beds | 12770 |
| Shekinah Glory | Apollo Beach | 5 beds | 14050 |
Senior care in Apollo Beach, Hillsborough County
Apollo Beach is an affluent waterfront community in south Hillsborough, popular with active retirees near Sun City Center's services. Waterfront south-county living with higher-end assisted-living options and quick access to Sun City Center's senior-care continuum.
Nearby hospitals: South Bay Hospital (HCA, nearby), St. Joseph's-South (nearby). For Apollo Beach families, quick hospital access shapes the shortlist — it eases discharges, emergencies, and the steady rhythm of specialist appointments.
Areas families ask about: MiraBay, Symphony Isles, Andalucia.
What assisted living costs in Apollo Beach (2026)
Apollo Beach pricing runs $3,700–$5,800/month, above the metro average for Tampa Bay — a reflection of local real-estate and the mix of small residential homes versus larger communities.
- Assisted living (standard): $3,700–$5,800/month
- Memory care: $5,050–$7,350/month
- In-home care: $27–$40/hour
Ways Apollo Beach families reduce the monthly figure: sharing a room, picking an intimate board-and-care house, avoiding bundled care tiers they don't need yet, and using veterans' Aid & Attendance or Florida's Medicaid long-term-care waiver when they qualify.
How we vet Apollo Beach providers
- Current Florida AHCA licensure confirmed against the state Health Facility Finder
- Inspection and complaint history checked through AHCA's public records
- Direct conversations with current resident families where possible
- Clear, itemized pricing before any tour — no surprise fees
- Firsthand advisor walkthroughs, not just brochures
Questions to ask on a tour
- How many caregivers are on at night per resident?
- Which conditions can you not care for here?
- What's included in the base rate, and what's billed separately?
- What happens if our parent's needs increase next year?
- How long have your director and head nurse been here?
What's included — and what costs extra
Usually included: housing, three meals daily, 24/7 awake staff, housekeeping, laundry, scheduled transportation, social and wellness programming, and a basic care plan. Typically extra: medication management above a basic tier, two-person transfers, incontinence care, on-site hospice coordination, and one-on-one aide hours. Ask any Apollo Beach provider for an itemized rate sheet so you can compare apples to apples.
How fast you can move in Apollo Beach
Most Apollo Beach moves come together in 7–14 days once the health assessment, finances, and a physician's order are in hand; a hospital discharge can compress that to 24–72 hours when a bed is open. A free local advisor can tell you which Apollo Beach communities have current openings.