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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Citronelle, FL

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Assisted living costs in Citronelle average about $3,801 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Citronelle. Our detailed directory has 136 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of The Reserve at Citrus
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9.4
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The staff knows the residents really well and can assist them on a personal basis so their needs are met in a companion and timely mannor.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Safe, Secure, Perfect for a Satisfying LifeTucked away in a quiet, cultured corner of Citrus County called Lecanto, Florida, your future favorite community provides a special brand of assisted living and memory care services. Days are spent maxing out social calendars, exploring old hobbies and...
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Photo of Best Care Senior Living at Lecanto
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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Best Care is a great place to have a loved one with memory loss be a part of, though as with the rest of the country the "staff-to-patient grid" in healthcare facilities is subpar, there not being enough...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Best Care Senior Living at Lecanto is a pleasant, home-like memory care community located in Lecanto, Florida, a serene and peaceful town about 14 miles from Fort Island Gulf Beach. Implementing individualized care plans, extensive signature programs, and stellar service from staff and caregivers...
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Photo of The Gardens Assisted Living Facility and Memory Care
33 Photos available
2.0
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3 reviews
2.0
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3 reviews
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3 star
67%
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Always There Assisted Living
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My mother has been there for a little over a month and it has been a good experience so far. The home is in a quiet culdidsac, and they only have 13 residents. It is more of a family approach and they have...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
ALWAYS THERE isn't just our name. Not only are we family-owned and operated, but our family is ACTIVELY involved in your loved ones' daily care and assistance. Our Mission: To build a reputation of providing quality personal care for our residents. To do this takes warmth, patience and...
Photo of Brentwood Retirement Community
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1.0
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brentwood Retirement Community and the experience has been very good overall. The cleanliness and friendliness are very good! The staff, quality of care, meals and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brentwood is an assisted living community tucked away cozily between Beverly Hills and Citrus Hills, Florida. The calm, tree-lined community is perched close to major shopping centers, health centers and a lush golf course, providing a variety of recreational options to visiting families....
Photo of Compass Rose of Lecanto
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My mother has recently made the move into this community and so far we are very happy with how things are going for her. The facility is brand new and I like that there is a fresh smell throughout the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We welcome you to Rosecastle of Citrus Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lecanto, Florida. Our nurturing and care-free community rests on 15 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and rolling hills in the center of Citrus County, convenient to numerous medical facilities and only minutes from...
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They always had 24 hour nurse on the floor. 3 nurses full time on 3 shifts. The food was mediocre but could have changed by now. The kitchen staff continued tried to make food to their liking. The activities...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of River Oaks Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Sunshine Gardens/ Crystal River LLC
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I am the daughter of the new resident. I moved my Mother from Chicago to Crystal River just 9 days ago. She had a stroke 2 months ago. The staff and individual care is unbelievable. The concept is more...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Sunshine Gardens Crystal River LLC
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Life Care Ctr of Citrus County
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of assisted living in Citronelle, FL

The average cost of senior living in Citronelle is $3,801 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,455 per month.

Assisted living costs in Citronelle, FL, vs. nearby cities

Citronelle, FL
$3,801/mo
$3,827/mo

Assisted living costs in Citronelle, FL, vs. state and national averages

Citronelle, FL
$3,801/mo
$4,082/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Citronelle, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,801/mo
$3,957/mo

Assisted living costs in Citronelle, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,446/mo
Studio
$4,445/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,751/mo

Senior living costs in Citronelle vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Citronelle, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCitronelle, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,801/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,957/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,059/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Citronelle, FL:$3,801/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Citronelle, FL:$3,957/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Citronelle, FL:$4,059/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Citronelle, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Citronelle and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Citronelle, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Citronelle, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Citronelle have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Citronelle, FL$4,530/mo$4,160/mo+8.9%
Florida$4,354/mo$4,048/mo+7.6%
National$5,167/mo$4,875/mo+6.0%
Citronelle, FL
2024 average cost:$4,530/mo
2023 average cost:$4,160/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,354/mo
2023 average cost:$4,048/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,167/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Citronelle, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Citronelle.

What families are saying about assisted living in Citronelle

Recent reviews for assisted living in Citronelle

Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL

3.9
The community is very nice. I feel relieved knowing she is taken care of and is starting to get acclimated. I would highly recommend this community to others. The only thing I think could improve is the variety of food offered.

The Harmony House of Ocala

4.5
I cannot say enough about how wonderful Harmony House is. During the past year all of the employees I interacted with - from the Executive Director to line staff, were helpful, warm, caring and friendly. Calls were always returned in a timely manner, and the couple of concerns I had during my ...
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Sunflower Springs LLC in Homosassa, FL

5.0
Definitely a 5 in all categories. Staff is always responsive to my questions, attentive to my mother's concerns and wishes, and the food is very good. My mom is encouraged to participate in activities but as a whole, she prefers the company of the staff.

Citronelle review score based on 28 family reviews

5.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 11 Citronelle assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Citronelle review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Citronelle review score compared against nearby cities

5.7
Citronelle, FL11 facilities
6.1
Crystal River, FL13 facilities
5.7
Inglis, FL9 facilities

Review subcategories for Citronelle assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 28 reviews of 11 Citronelle assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Citronelle resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Citronelle, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Citronelle assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Citronelle assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Citronelle, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Citronelle assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Citronelle that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Citronelle, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Citronelle assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Citronelle Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Citronelle, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Citronelle assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Citronelle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Citronelle, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Citronelle assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Citronelle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Citronelle, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Citronelle assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Citronelle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Citronelle, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Citronelle

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Citronelle protect seniors.
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The Reserve at Citrus, Best Care Senior Living at Lecanto and The Gardens Assisted Living Facility and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Citronelle, Florida. See full list of communities.
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