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Reviewed by Victoria Collier, VA-Accredited Attorney Patriot Angels has helped 37 families in Orlando access the VA benefits they've earned.
Assisted Living in Orlando by the Numbers
Veteran-Approved Assisted Living in Orlando
Each of these Orlando communities provide daily personal care and work with Patriot Angels to help veteran families with the Aid & Attendance claim.
Paying for Assisted Living in Orlando
Assisted living in Orlando averages $5,394 a month, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. That is $216 below the Florida median of $5,610 (CareScout 2025). For current rates and rules in one place, see the Aid & Attendance fact sheet. Ask each Orlando community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando assisted living average | $5,394 | $1,549 |
| Florida assisted living median | $5,610 | $1,765 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Florida in-home care | $6,101 | $2,256 |
Check Aid & Attendance Eligibility in Orlando
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. An Orlando veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. A spouse of a living veteran can sometimes qualify too; see whether a spouse of a living veteran can get Aid & Attendance.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
How Many Veterans Live in Orlando
About 11,807 veterans live in Orlando, and 4,796 of them are 65 or older. Across Orange County, there are 60,655 veterans, 23,960 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Orlando Communities
Dementia down the road
1 of the 3 Orlando partners also runs memory care, so a resident whose memory declines can often stay on the same campus.
Staffing at night
Ask Orlando communities how many caregivers are on duty overnight and how fast they answer a call button.
Visiting distance
An Orlando community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Check the state record
Look up any Orlando community’s inspection history with AHCA before you sign.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Orlando
Other Florida assisted living pages within driving distance of Orlando.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Orlando Assisted Living Questions
Can an Orlando veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Orlando who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Orlando?
About $5,394 a month on average for the Orlando area, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters.
How many assisted living partners are in Orlando?
3 in Orlando, plus 209 across Florida.
Which Orlando communities also offer memory care?
1 of our 3 Orlando partners does. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Does an Orlando community have to accept VA benefits?
No. Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward the bill at any private Orlando community.
More Care Options in Orlando
Memory care in Orlando
Secure dementia care in Orlando, offered by one of our partners here.
In-home care in Orlando
Caregivers who come to the house, for Orlando veterans staying home longer.
Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking beyond Orlando? See Assisted Living in Florida or the national guide.
