For Kissimmee 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 26 licensed assisted living communities serving Kissimmee from Florida AHCA records.
What's below: the licensed providers, 2026 Kissimmee 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 Kissimmee specifically, that means weighing the licensed options against Kissimmee's cost range and your family's timeline. The right choice balances care level, budget, location near Osceola Regional Medical Center (HCA), and how quickly you need a spot.
Kissimmee assisted living: by the numbers
26 licensed assisted living communities on file in Kissimmee; about 680 total licensed beds; averaging 26 beds per community; the largest at 200 beds. These numbers reflect actual AHCA-licensed providers on file, not modeled averages.
Licensed assisted living providers in Kissimmee
Selected by licensed bed capacity. Pulled from Florida AHCA / FloridaHealthFinder (2026). We recommend re-checking each license at quality.healthfinder.fl.gov before signing anything.
| Provider | City | Licensed beds | AHCA license # |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrill Gardens At Solivita Marketplace | Kissimmee | 200 beds | 12834 |
| Providence Living At Hunter'S Creek | Kissimmee | 138 beds | 13241 |
| Greenleaf Assisted Living, Llc | Kissimmee | 75 beds | 8051 |
| Amber Lake Assisted Living Facility | Kissimmee | 55 beds | 7215 |
| Good Samaritan Society-Kissimmee Village | Kissimmee | 44 beds | 11484 |
| Compassionate Care Sanctuary Llc | Kissimmee | 14 beds | 13194 |
| The Courtyard At Granada | Kissimmee | 14 beds | 13276 |
| Merlox Haven Llc | Kissimmee | 13 beds | 12291 |
| Rose'S Terrace Inc | Kissimmee | 11 beds | 13184 |
| Aum Haven Alf | Kissimmee | 10 beds | 13361 |
| Golden Age At Rodeo Drive Llc | Kissimmee | 10 beds | 12838 |
| Silver Crest Home | Kissimmee | 9 beds | 12867 |
Senior care in Kissimmee, Osceola County
Kissimmee is the Osceola County seat just south of Orlando, a diverse, fast-growing city of about 80,000 with a large Hispanic community and an affordable housing market that draws working families and value-seeking retirees. Anchored by Osceola Regional Medical Center and AdventHealth Kissimmee, this is one of the metro's most affordable senior markets, with a deep base of assisted-living and home-health providers and strong demand for bilingual care.
Nearby hospitals: Osceola Regional Medical Center (HCA), AdventHealth Kissimmee, Orlando Health - St. Cloud (nearby). Being near a hospital helps with post-rehab follow-up, sudden memory-care needs, and routine specialist care, so Kissimmee families weigh drive time to these closely.
Areas families ask about: Downtown Kissimmee, Buenaventura Lakes, Poinciana, Lake Tohopekaliga waterfront, Mill Run.
What assisted living costs in Kissimmee (2026)
Kissimmee pricing runs $3,150–$4,950/month, below the metro average for Central Florida — a reflection of local real-estate and the mix of small residential homes versus larger communities.
- Assisted living (standard): $3,150–$4,950/month
- Memory care: $4,300–$6,350/month
- In-home care: $24–$35/hour
To trim cost in Kissimmee, families commonly choose a companion (shared) suite, favor a small residential home over a big campus, pay only for the care level actually needed, and tap VA Aid & Attendance or the Florida SMMC Medicaid waiver where eligible.
How we vet Kissimmee providers
- Verified active AHCA licensure and disciplinary status
- Recent survey and complaint history reviewed
- Candid references from families who live it daily
- Itemized monthly cost shared before any tour
- In-person walkthrough notes from our local team
Questions to ask on a tour
- How fast can staff respond to a call button at night?
- What would trigger a move to a higher care level?
- What's the true all-in monthly cost for our parent's needs?
- How are falls and med changes communicated to family?
- How long have caregivers worked here on average?
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. Get every Kissimmee option's pricing in writing, itemized, before you compare them.
How fast you can move in Kissimmee
Most Kissimmee 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 Kissimmee communities have current openings.
Worth knowing in Kissimmee: the strongest assisted living options aren't always the ones with the biggest marketing budgets. We weigh license standing, staffing, and family feedback over advertising, which is how families here avoid a polished tour that hides a thin overnight staff.