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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dunnellon, FL

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Assisted living costs in Dunnellon average about $5,030 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 130 communities in Dunnellon. Our detailed directory has 2604 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Inverness, Lecanto and Summerfield.

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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Dunnellon, FL

The average cost of senior living in Dunnellon is $5,030 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $4,539 per month.

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

Dunnellon, FL
$5,030/mo
$4,892/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,030/mo
$5,544/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,102/mo
Studio
$4,149/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,825/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,395/mo

Senior living costs in Dunnellon 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: Dunnellon, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDunnellon, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,030/mo$4,892/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$5,544/mo$5,777/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,431/mo$3,625/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Dunnellon, FL:$5,030/mo
Florida:$4,892/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Dunnellon, FL:$5,544/mo
Florida:$5,777/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Dunnellon, FL:$3,431/mo
Florida:$3,625/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dunnellon, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dunnellon 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Dunnellon, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dunnellon 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 average 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
Dunnellon, FL$4,991/mo$4,822/mo+3.5%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Dunnellon, FL
2024 average cost:$4,991/mo
2023 average cost:$4,822/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dunnellon, 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 Dunnellon.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dunnellon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dunnellon

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

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.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Dunnellon review score based on 394 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 394 reviews of 130 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

8.2
Dunnellon, FL130 facilities
8.3
The Villages, FL270 facilities
8.4

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 394 reviews of 130 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
3.2
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.4
Care services
3.0
3.1
Staff
3.1
3.3
Meals & dining
2.9
3.0
Activities
2.9
3.0
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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.
Dunnellon, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
100%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
53.1%
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 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
100%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
75%
33.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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
50%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
42.3%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
38.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
100%
37.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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.
Dunnellon, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
75%
18.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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.
Dunnellon, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
47.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
39.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
47.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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 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 Dunnellon protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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The best assisted living facility near you in Dunnellon, Florida is Vitality Living Spring Hill. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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