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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Citra, FL
The cost of independent living in Citra is about $4,113 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 104 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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54 reviews
I love The Windsor of Ocala. Having my sister there assures me she is living the best life considering her mental health. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families. All the staff I have...
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.
The Windsor of Ocala is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review score
15 reviews
I've never felt more welcome and at home at another community. They always make me feel so welcome and at home when I come in to see my mom. When I have any concerns they are very responsive and tentative.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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92 reviews
I believe all categories would score a 5. All he folks we've met there are very friendly and helpful. Mom says the meals are wonderful. The facility is always clean, I think the floors of individuals '...
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.
A Community That Feels Like Home Sweet HomeChoosing a senior living community means trading the worries and stress that often come from life at home for the safety and security that comes from living in a place built specifically for you. It also means trading the isolation that often comes from...
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
14 reviews
The staff is extremely kind and caring, From the moment we visited they have been upfront about anything that we questioned. The residents are cared for according to their needs. Everyone is treated as a...
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 Bridge at Ocala, Florida, offers an abundant lifestyle for seniors looking for a dynamic assisted living community to call home.Professional and caring associates provide a full range of services and amenities including personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, nutritious...
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8.1
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64 reviews
All of the staff and residents at Brentwood Fore Ranch have been very friendly. My mother likes more simple meals. Less sauces, more fresh veggies and fruit. I highly recommend this facility to others...
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.
Situated in the “Horse Capital of the World” close to natural springs and lakes, Brentwood at Fore Ranch is a rustic, suburban senior living community located near West Marion Community Hospital, Advent Health and Ocala Regional Medical Center as well as Shoppes at Heathbrook, Appleton Museum of...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
7.5
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65 reviews
I picked this community because, It met my needs with neurological problems, I had many friends in town, and the price was right. The residents are friendly, staff are supberb, and the facility is excellent.
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.
Here you can do more of what you love.With independent living, assisted living or memory care all on one campus, our community has care options to meet your changing needs. Here you’ll have the worry-free lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it.Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
7.2
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56 reviews
Mom is enjoying her new home/life. Overall, she is happy and busy. I feel this was a great place to put her. New management is listening to their needs and making an effort to take care of those needs. [Name...
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.
Marion Woods provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Bathed in the warm Florida sun, Marion Woods is an inviting and friendly place to come home to. We're also just a short drive from Gainesville and Orlando. You'll be happy every day with your decision to join...
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6.0
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14 reviews
5 on all areas. Sometimes not always thrilled with the food, but that is the case at most facilities. The staff always seemed friendly and helpful. Sometimes at night hard to get ahold of someone on the...
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.
Hampton Manor at Deerwood is an assisted living community in southeast Ocala. This exquisite building boasts 34,000 square feet, containing 43 elegant apartments. The property features plantation-style architecture, as well as beautifully appointed rooms and common areas, creating a warm, yet...
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1.0
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1 review
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.
At Hawthorne Estates you will meet old friends and make new ones. You can start enjoying a life free from building and grounds maintenance. Imagine the convenience of no utility bills, taxes, or ongoing home repairs. More importantly, all you pay is an affordable monthly rent for your studio,...
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16 reviews
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...
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.
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
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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Cost of independent living in Citra, FL
The average cost of senior living in Citra is $4,113 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Interlachen, FL with an average of $2,534 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Citra, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Citra, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Citra vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Citra, FL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Citra
Recent reviews for independent living in Citra
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
Brookdale Paddock Hills in Ocala, FL
4.9
We’ve had an excellent experience. People have been extraordinarily kind, helpful, supportive and informative. We get emails often from staff about my mother, and we get phone calls when there have been problems. I like the facility because it is small, and the community is solid. The staff ...
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Hampton Manor at Deerwood in Ocala, FL
4.5
We moved my aunt into HMD about 1 l/2 years ago. Of course at age 95 l/2 she was not happy the first few months. All of the staff made her feel at home and helped her work through the move and new chapter in her life.
She loved sitting out side on the front porch and in the front area near ...
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Citra independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Citra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Citra, 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 Citra 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 Citra 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
30.8%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Citra 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 Citra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Citra, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.2%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Citra 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 Citra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC, The Windsor of Ocala and AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Citra, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Citra, Florida. See the full list.
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