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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Vista, FL
Assisted living costs in Vista average about $3,905 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Vista. Our detailed directory has 292 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 Trenton, Chiefland and Cedar Key.
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The grounds are poorly maintained and it’s kitchen is bad. Overall it shows its age but is still quite nice.. Gainesville is a college town poorly policed, and it lacks many of big box shopping like...
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.
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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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.
Oakridge has been in business for 16 years. Staff has over 30 years of combined experience in elder care. We are in the quaint town of Mayo Florida. Our facility is surrounded by majestic oaks, we have a walking path in the back courtyard that allows for outdoor walking. Our side yard features a...
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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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
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.
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...
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Vista, FL
The average cost of senior living in Vista is $3,905 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Branford, FL with an average of $3,033 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Vista, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Vista, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Vista vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Vista, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Vista over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Vista, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Vista
Recent reviews for assisted living in Vista
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.
Radiance of Gainesville
5.0
The staff and everything about our experience here has been great. My mom is doing very well - even experiencing the declines that she is having, overall her physical health has improved and she is in really good spirits. I would definitely recommend Hunter Crossing Place to others who are ...
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Sunflower Springs LLC in Homosassa, FL
4.9
The staff are wonderful! Very caring and respectful to the residents and the family members who visit. My parents were made welcome from the first day!
Vista review score based on 79 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 79 reviews of 32 Vista assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Vista 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
Vista review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Vista 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 79 reviews of 32 Vista assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Vista 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.Vista, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.5
Meals & dining
3.4
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Vista assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vista assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vista, 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 Vista 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 Vista 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
40.6%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Vista 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 Vista 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
56.3%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.4%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vista 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 Vista partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vista, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.4%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Vista 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 Vista communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vista, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vista 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 Vista offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Vista
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 Vista protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Windsor of Gainesville, Sunflower Springs LLC and The Reserve at Citrus are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Vista, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 40 assisted living facilities near Vista, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Vista, Florida is The Windsor of Gainesville. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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