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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dunnellon, FL
Assisted living costs in Dunnellon average about $3,873 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in Dunnellon. Our detailed directory has 430 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Ocala, Inverness and Crystal River.
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9.8
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My mom has been there a year and I can't say enough good things about this facility. It provides excellent service beyond normal expectations. My mom is 100, in a wheelchair and moves effortlessly around...
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.
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9.2
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What we like the most about Brookdale Canopy Oaks is the friendliness of the staff - Keeping people current on activities - Willingness to help and serve. Based on the experience we have had, yes we would...
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.
Quiet Senior Living, Full of LifeYour senior years should be full of life, not full of chores like cooking and cleaning. Your days should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people. That’s what you’ll find at this premier assisted living and memory care community in picturesque...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
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48 reviews
My spouse is in the memory care unit. Day staff is excellent, probably due to good leadership. night staff not so good. Clean and upbeat for the most part. Medical staff wants to rely on medication a bit to...
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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197 reviews
Our loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Ocala. We have been very pleased. We are now confident that our questions and ideas are followed up in a timely and caring manner! Every department has...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Ocala is a quaint community nestled amongst the quiet of oaks of Ocala. We are near two hospitals, select rehabs, and only minutes away from On Top of the World. Our community is also within walking distance to shopping, popular restaurants, financial institutions, and...
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7.6
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17 reviews
Really, I don’t think anybody wants to place a loved one in an environment outside of the family, but unfortunately in some cases it is necessary. Reluctantly I started looking for a place for my mom. I...
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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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...
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4.9
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27 reviews
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....
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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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3 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Wife has been there for a few years. Staff are great. Keeps her busy. She seem to like it. And has her favorite staff she visits.. daily
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Haven House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living and memory care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to Alzheimer’s care and...
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4 reviews
My brother lives here .The staff truly do care about their residents here . They get daily care at top rate. I recommend this facility to any loved one looking for a place to live. The facility is very...
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Harbor House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to assisted living care in the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Canterfield of Ocala is Ocala's premier senior community! We will offer 91 assisted living units, as well as independent living villas. Luxury is our standard! Each unit has crown moldings, granite counter tops, beautiful ceramic tile floors and luxurious carpet with ample room for your treasured...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Citrus Hills — where the search for a remarkable all-inclusive senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care...
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Great family atmosphere. Small 6 bed home like facility, where your loved one is treated like a family member instead of a patient
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.
Greene Acres AFCH is a residential care home located in the picturesque town of Lecanto, in Citrus County, Florida. Our beautiful home has so much to offer residents and their loved ones. We have a serene and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time...
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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.
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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The community is lovely and a small community. The staff communicates very well and really accommodates my loved one. I know my loved one is safe. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
Harmony House is an assisted living community that is specially designed to offer excellent memory care services to individuals in Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Staff are on service 24 hours a day. The small town feel of Ocala is a perfect backdrop for the individualized memory care and elder...
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Cost of assisted living in Dunnellon, FL
The average cost of senior living in Dunnellon is $3,873 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,318 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dunnellon, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dunnellon vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dunnellon, FL by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dunnellon, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dunnellon
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dunnellon
Pacifica Senior Living Ocala
5.0
I would recommend Pacifica to others, and I have. They work hard to make sure your loved one is taken care of. My brother doesn't have long to live, and they do everything they can to keep him comfortable.
Superior Residences at Cala Hills in Ocala, FL
4.9
My dad has only been at SR for a month now. Each visit we have made has been met with interest, care, and helpfulness from each individual we have dealt with. This is from the housekeeping personnel to the Executive Director. Laverne at the front desk is always helpful with a smile even ...
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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.
Dunnellon review score based on 48 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 48 reviews of 16 Dunnellon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dunnellon 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
Dunnellon review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dunnellon 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 48 reviews of 16 Dunnellon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dunnellon 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.Dunnellon, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.5
Friendliness
3.8
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.5
Meals & dining
3.4
4.1
Activities
3.4
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Dunnellon assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunnellon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunnellon, 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 Dunnellon 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 Dunnellon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
81.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
87.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dunnellon 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 Dunnellon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dunnellon, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunnellon 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 Dunnellon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunnellon, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunnellon 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 Dunnellon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunnellon 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 Dunnellon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dunnellon
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dunnellon protect seniors.
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AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge, The Windsor of Ocala and Highpoint at StoneCrest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dunnellon, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 17 assisted living facilities near Dunnellon, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dunnellon, Florida are The Windsor of Ocala, Brookdale Paddock Hills and Brookdale Canopy Oaks. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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