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9.6
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132 reviews
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I have been down this road (assisted-living for an 80+ year old family member) twice. I wished I had been able to choose Waterman Village on the first round. Unfortunately, they did not have any...
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.
Waterman Village is Central Florida's TOTAL retirement/senior living community. Not-for-profit, faith-based tradition, locally operated, no off-site management company, no off-site corporate ownership. Truly mission over margin since 1989. Independent living homes and apartments, an assisted...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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17 reviews
9.3
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17 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
18%
3 star
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Certus at Mount Dora was a beautiful place for our parents. They worked with us financially and with their Hospice care. Unfortunately, their stay was cut short due to declining health. Our biggest challenge...
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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88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
9.7
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65 reviews
9.7
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65 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale values their residents. It is evident in the kindness shown from the front desk, to the dining area staff, to the nurses, and management. They maintain communication with family members, and have...
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.
A lakefront home in sunny Florida. It doesn’t get much better than this. Our picturesque lakeside assisted living community is the perfect place to call home. Explore our fully stocked book shelves in the library. Stroll our lakefront walkways. Enjoy the view from the patio. Our community in...
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22 Floor plans available
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9.2
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33 reviews
9.2
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33 reviews
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Very helpful moving resident in and keeping family informed. Staff is courteous and willing to help with resident needs. I would highly recommend this facility be entrusted with the care of a loved one who...
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.
Our assisted living community features an excellent location in Tavares, Fla., known for its famed seaplane base and marina on Lake Dora. Our campus is located in a quiet neighborhood a short drive from downtown Tavares with its quaint local cafes and shops.You’ll find other seniors to bond with...
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8.7
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27 reviews
8.7
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27 reviews
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3 star
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They have in-house therapy occupational and physical therapy they're an excellent group of people. I can feel myself getting better thanks to them. They have excellent equipment and big hearts. I 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.
Discover a place where comfort, care, and community come together. Regency Park Assisted Living Facility offers a warm and welcoming community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support while ensuring a comfortable and...
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8.0
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27 reviews
8.0
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27 reviews
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We had a great first impression with the Osprey Lodge - the community itself is just really pretty and it is always very clean, that stood out to us right away. The staff members and quality of care has been...
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.
Welcome to Osprey Lodge! We are Central Florida's premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our unparalleled reputation is founded on high-quality health care services and exceptional lifestyle amenities. Our standards for these services and amenities are upheld by our dedicated and...
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8.0
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34 reviews
8.0
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34 reviews
5 star
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The experience with The Cove at Tavares Village has been very good. Clean facility, professional staff, and a roomy environment. I would definitely recommend this facility to others.
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.
Less than a mile from Lake Harris in beautiful Tavares FL exists a leisurely life at The Cove at Tavares Village. About 25 miles northwest of Orlando, you will find a group of senior citizens who wake up each morning greeted by sunshine and secure in the knowledge their lives are comfortable in...
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They are doing an excellent job. They go out of their way to work with you. They are constantly coming up with new suggestions. The only thing, if I could say anything is that the rooms are a little small. I...
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.
Eustis Senior Care lies quietly in the small community of beautiful Eustis, Florida. Just a few streets away from the glistening waters of Lake Eustis, warm Florida sunshine and a gentle breeze over the lake help make Eustis Senior Care a tropical lifestyle to sooth the soul. Eustis is known to...
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8.0
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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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8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
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When it came time to look for an Assisted Living facility for my mom I knew what I had envisioned for her. I wanted a Bed and Breakfast type atmosphere with lots of social interaction with other residents...
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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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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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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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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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
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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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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Heritage did wonderfully. We were very happy with them. They were very good to her. She wasn't alone, which is what we wanted. I would recommend their community for sure.
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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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.
The Gardens at TavaresThe Gardens At Tavares is located in the beautiful and peaceful city of Tavares, FL. Our community is family owned and managed, and it offers a safe and serene place for seniors to call home. Family members visiting those who choose to live as a part of our assisted living...
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The community really takes excellent care of my loved one. The communication is very good and they really watch and report to us any changes I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
Pendry Estate is the assisted living solution for you. Our extensive grounds are in a beautiful country setting near the Seminole State Forest. This allows your loved ones a peaceful setting that they can be proud to call home. Our experienced staff provide residents with warm care and peace of...
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Cost of assisted living in Mount Dora, FL

The average cost of senior living in Mount Dora is $4,083 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include DeBary, FL with an average of $3,947 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mount Dora, FL vs. nearby cities

Mount Dora, FL
$4,083/mo
$4,057/mo
$4,127/mo

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

Mount Dora, FL
$4,083/mo
$3,884/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mount Dora vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,083/mo
$4,332/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mount Dora, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,768/mo
Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$4,642/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,931/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,961/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mount Dora over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mount Dora, FL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Mount Dora

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mount Dora

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.

Cascade Heights in Longwood, FL

4.8
I would recommend it to others. I told my mom that if I can live in a place like Cascade Heights when I am old I will be very happy. We picked this community because it was very good. Residents were all very positive about it.

Sonata Windermere

5.0
I would recommend this facility to others. The staff makes you feel comfortable.Very helpful in getting information when needed. I picked this community because the sales representative was a nurse.

Mount Dora review score based on 95 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 95 reviews of 19 Mount Dora assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
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Mount Dora review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Mount Dora, FL19 facilities
8.7
Eustis, FL23 facilities
8.7
Tavares, FL32 facilities

Review subcategories for Mount Dora 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 95 reviews of 19 Mount Dora assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mount Dora 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.
Mount Dora, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Mount Dora assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Dora assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Dora, 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 Mount Dora 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 Mount Dora 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
31.6%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.1%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.6%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.8%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mount Dora 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 Mount Dora Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mount Dora, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.4%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.6%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.6%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mount Dora 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 Mount Dora partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Dora, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.1%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.8%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.3%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Dora 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 Mount Dora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Dora, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Dora 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 Mount Dora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Dora, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.4%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.6%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mount Dora

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 Mount Dora protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

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