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Assisted living costs in Fort Pickens average about $3,969 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 65 communities in Fort Pickens. Our detailed directory has 1191 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 Huntingdon
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.
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: 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.
Licensed as a specialty care assisted living, The John McClure Snook Regional Center is a 30,500 sq. ft. community located in Daphne, Alabama, on 38 acres adjacent to Catherine Place Assisted Living. The community is owned and operated by Mercy Medical and is Mercy's sixth residential community....
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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I would recommend this community to others. They are cute condos and they are a perfect size and they have a balcony to enjoy also. Communication is good between the staff and our family. They keep us...
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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Fort Pickens, FL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Pickens is $3,969 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Century, FL with an average of $2,848 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Pickens, FL vs. nearby cities

Fort Pickens, FL
$3,969/mo
$3,935/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Pickens, FL vs. the state and national average

Fort Pickens, FL
$3,969/mo
$3,964/mo
U.S. national average
$4,636/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Pickens vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,969/mo
$4,089/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fort Pickens, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,221/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$4,180/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,454/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,276/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,467/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Fort Pickens over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Pickens, 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 Fort Pickens.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Pickens

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Pickens

Haven Memory Care in Gulf Shores, AL

4.0
After looking at different options for my dad this facility had the most to offer in regards to the amount of care my father needed. He is settled in and seems happy. He interacts with the other residents and staff as best as he can. He enjoys the food to where he has put some weight on which is ...
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The Arbors of Gulf Breeze

3.8
They do have social activities but I think that it would be great if they did an orientation for the new residents to get used to the community and have someone that they can speak to if they have some issues. It would be nice to meet monthly and check in with residents for any new things, ...
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Live Oak Village Independent and Assisted Living in Foley, AL

5.0
Extremely friendly and helpful. I picked this community because of the location and price. Close to doctor, cardiologist and retinal specialty institute.

Fort Pickens review score based on 285 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 285 reviews of 57 Fort Pickens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Pickens 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

Fort Pickens review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Fort Pickens, FL57 facilities
6.6
Gulf Breeze, FL14 facilities
7.4
Pensacola, FL23 facilities

Review subcategories for Fort Pickens 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 285 reviews of 57 Fort Pickens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Pickens 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Fort Pickens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Pickens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Pickens, 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 Fort Pickens 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 Fort Pickens 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
47.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.6%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Pickens 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 Fort Pickens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Pickens 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 Fort Pickens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.6%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.8%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
14.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Pickens 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 Fort Pickens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.8%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
47.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Pickens 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 Fort Pickens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.1%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.1%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.1%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50.9%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
42.1%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Pickens

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 Fort Pickens protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Daphne, The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek and Bayport of Fort Walton Beach are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fort Pickens, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 65 assisted living facilities near Fort Pickens, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Fort Pickens, Florida are Gardens of Daphne, The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek and The Beacon at Gulf Breeze. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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