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The cost of independent living in Camp Ocala is about $3,910 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 301 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Downsizing from such a large house was difficult but everyone here has gone through it. Lots of neighbors have been very supportive since we moved in and we are trying to learn our way around at this point....
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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[name removed] met us at the apartment after hours due to a delay in loading the truck at the previous residence. She was very kind. The food is very good, diverse and healthy. Their portions are big and...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Lake Ridge Village provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on five acres of stunningly landscaped woods, Lake Ridge Village lies in the heart of Lake County, 'Florida's Natural Playground.' You'll be just steps away from all the shops and dining of Eustis...
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Our experience with Brookdale Deland has been very positive. The staff is very hard working, patient and caring. The attendants, the nursing staff, general administrator and marketing director have all...
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsAbout halfways between Orlando and Daytona Beach is an exceptional community for exceptional seniors. We provide a senior living community that feels just like home sweet home, where seniors receive assisted living and memory care. You and your loved ones can trade the...
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the staff was incredible but the cleanliness not so much. However, I would recommend this community to other families especially those who are lower income
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.
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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The house is spotless, very clean and the view of the lake is breath taking. Loving and caring staff that make you feel like you are family. Meals are delicious and I'm sleeping better here than I was at...
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.
Assisted living at it's finest dedicated to America's BEST!Seniors and Service Veterans optimal holistic & wellness approach. Extraordinary staff!Land of the FREE. Home of the BRAVE!
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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
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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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I visited a friend of mine and this place really goes out of their way to be there for their residents. I would say they go above and beyond with their care. I really am impressed. My friend's mother was...
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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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
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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 independent living in Camp Ocala, FL

The average cost of senior living in Camp Ocala is $3,910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Welaka, FL with an average of $3,652 per month.

Independent living costs in Camp Ocala, FL, vs. nearby cities

Camp Ocala, FL
$3,910/mo
$4,148/mo
$3,800/mo

Independent living costs in Camp Ocala, FL, vs. state and national averages

Camp Ocala, FL
$3,910/mo
$4,198/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Camp Ocala, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,214/mo
Independent Living
$3,910/mo

Independent living costs in Camp Ocala, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,228/mo
Studio
$4,417/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,519/mo

Senior living costs in Camp Ocala 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: Camp Ocala, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCamp Ocala, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,910/mo$4,198/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,145/mo$4,083/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,214/mo$4,530/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Camp Ocala, FL:$3,910/mo
Florida:$4,198/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Camp Ocala, FL:$4,145/mo
Florida:$4,083/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Camp Ocala, FL:$4,214/mo
Florida:$4,530/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Camp Ocala, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Camp Ocala 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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Independent living cost trends in Camp Ocala, FL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Camp Ocala 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 median 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
Camp Ocala, FL$2,296/mo$2,242/mo+2.4%
Florida$3,401/mo$3,305/mo+2.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Camp Ocala, FL
2024 average cost:$2,296/mo
2023 average cost:$2,242/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$3,401/mo
2023 average cost:$3,305/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Camp Ocala

Recent reviews for independent living in Camp Ocala

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.

Aventine at DeLand in De Land, FL

5.0
I cannot say enough about this community. My dad likes this community more each day. The housekeeping and dining room staff are friendly. I think the food is excellent. They have amenities such as a heated pool and a full clubhouse. The community is one of the cleanest place I have seen. They ...
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Brookdale Lake Tavares

4.0
I am doing okay since moving here. The community is very nice clean and well maintained. We lost power during the storm for about a week but the staff had brought in generators so it was okay. I like the food here. I have been doing some of the activities and social events. Everyone has been ...
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Camp Ocala independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Camp Ocala independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Camp Ocala, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Camp Ocala independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Camp Ocala 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
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Camp Ocala independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Camp Ocala communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Camp Ocala, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Camp Ocala independent 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 independent living communities in Camp Ocala offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.4%
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