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Assisted living costs in Waldo average about $4,031 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 121 communities in Waldo. Our detailed directory has 2174 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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Noble house on San Juan Jacksonville is Absolutely awesome , my great auntie is a resident there, and she just turn 100 years old, and they give my family assess of the whole entire facility they allowed us...
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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.
We are located in the wonderful and very pretty area of Jacksonville, Florida, and we at San Juan Retirement Home are proud to offer the best when it comes to real quality health care, as well as really joyous, happy, healthy, and very positive environment and community. We know that we will......Read more
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I love my home. Everyone is willing to go above and beyond to help me. The food is great and I enjoy the activities. All of the other residents look out for each other. It's one big family. I would highly...
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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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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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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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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.
Apple House II is an assisted living community located in the calming town of Crescent City, Florida. Nestled between two lakes in an undeveloped part of Florida, residents of Crescent City enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this naturally beautiful city. Expect to be shaded by the tree-filled......Read more
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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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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...
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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.
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......Read more
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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.
Autumn Village is an assisted living community located at the base of Milton, outside Fife. We are surrounded by lavish landscaping and mature trees that will make you feel peaceful. There are also restaurants, shopping malls and freeway access nearby. Milton is a great place to visit or even......Read more
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Senior citizens wishing to retire in the Sunshine State might want to find out what our Personal Touch ALF has to offer. This assisted living facility works extra hard to make its residents feel at home. After all, they will be spending quite a bit of time here. You can find our center in Ocala,......Read more
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Sweet Alice's Place, Inc. is a residential care home located in the coastal city of Jacksonville, Florida in the county of Duval. Along with beautiful Atlantic coast white sand beaches, Jacksonville boasts many attractions for all ages and personality types. Jacksonville is home to PGA tournament......Read more
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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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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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, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Suwannee Bell Residence & Wellness Center is an alternative, unique luxury riverfront option for senior living. We offer 24/7 care with assistance for personal service needs such as: bathing, dressing, meals, toileting, and medication. Utilize as MUCH care as you need! Amenities include......Read more
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.
Peterson Assisted Living is a retirement home located in beautiful Osage City, KS. This facility is ideal for those who are in late age and have difficult maintaining a healthy level of self-care. This retirement community has a very helpful staff that can assist with daily living tasks and......Read more
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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.
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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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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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.
Cost of assisted living in Waldo, FL
The average cost of senior living in Waldo is $4,031 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Interlachen, FL with an average of $2,202 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waldo, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waldo, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waldo vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Waldo, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Waldo over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Waldo, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Waldo
Recent reviews for assisted living in Waldo
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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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
The Harmony House of Ocala
4.5
I cannot say enough about how wonderful Harmony House is. During the past year all of the employees I interacted with - from the Executive Director to line staff, were helpful, warm, caring and friendly. Calls were always returned in a timely manner, and the couple of concerns I had during my ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the outstanding care and support provided by the staff at various communities, such as Silver Creek, AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge, and The Windsor of Gainesville. Families express appreciation for the long-term relationships developed between residents and caregiver ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the diverse offerings at communities like Silver Creek, Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park, and Camellia at Deerwood. These activities help residents stay engaged and active, promoting socialization and ov ...
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Thoughtfully maintained interior spaces and grounds. Residents and their families consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails. Examples include Brookdale Orange Park, The Bridge at Ocala, and Wyndham Lakes.
Frequent and clear communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the open and consistent communication they receive from staff members, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in their loved one's care. Communities like Brentwood at Fore Ranch, Discovery Village at Deerwood, and Sunrise of Jacksonville are commended for their tran ...
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Individualized care plans for residents. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, tailoring care plans to meet the unique needs and preferences of individual residents. Examples include Plantation Oaks Senior Living, Seagrass Village of Fleming Island, and Brookdale Paddock Hills.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Brentwood at Fore Ranch, , and {{643234}} are commended for their exceptional meals and accommodating dietary needs.
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Waldo review score based on 529 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 529 reviews of 100 Waldo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Waldo 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
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Review subcategories for Waldo 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 529 reviews of 100 Waldo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Waldo 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.Waldo, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Waldo assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waldo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waldo, 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 Waldo 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 Waldo 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
62%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waldo 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 Waldo 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
63%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waldo 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 Waldo 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
38%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Waldo 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 Waldo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
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36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waldo 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 Waldo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Waldo
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 Waldo protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Mandarin Central, Palagio for Seniors at Orange Park and The Addison of St. Johns are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Waldo, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 121 assisted living facilities near Waldo, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Waldo, Florida are The Addison of St. Johns, The Addison of Oakleaf and Sodalis Jacksonville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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