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The cost of independent living in Mossy Head is about $4,123 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 58 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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Photo of Sodalis DeFuniak Springs
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22 Floor plans available
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[name removed] has been so helpful regarding placement for my MIL. She was so informative when we were researching options. Her facility by far was the cleanest and best smelling facility. The rooms surround...
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.
Engaged living, a tranquil setting, and compassionate care are hallmarks of Sodalis Defuniak Springs, a community that encourages an active lifestyle and daily activities for residents, both on campus and throughout the Defuniak Springs area. With our “residents first” philosophy, our team...
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Photo of The Opal at Bluewater Bay
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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24 reviews
9.7
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This is our first experience and it seems like a nice unit. With her being in respite care it's different than if she were long term. Overall very friendly staff and clean facility!
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.
Our assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
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55 Floor plans available
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I have lived at American House BWB for 2 1/2 years and I pretty much love it here! The staff is friendly and the residents are ok as well. I really like all the amenities, food and social hour. [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.
When considering an Independent Living community, you are choosing a lifestyle. With resort-style living for the active senior, residents live life by their own design. Our community offers condominium style living with a host of services and amenities along with an engaging entertainment...
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Things seem to be going very well at Crestview Manor! My loved one has settled in well, and I haven't heard a single negative word from any of my family members! The place seemed very clean and well kept...
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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They need to make it clear understanding that when you sign the lease that you have to give them a 30 day notice. They want their money! My dad fell there and has ended up in a skilled facility due to his...
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, 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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Cost of independent living in Mossy Head, FL

The average cost of senior living in Mossy Head is $4,123 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paxton, FL with an average of $2,947 per month.

Independent living costs in Mossy Head, FL, vs. nearby cities

Mossy Head, FL
$4,123/mo
$3,983/mo

Independent living costs in Mossy Head, FL, vs. state and national averages

Mossy Head, FL
$4,123/mo
$4,196/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Mossy Head, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,251/mo
Independent Living
$4,123/mo

Independent living costs in Mossy Head, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,325/mo
Studio
$4,550/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,109/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,193/mo

Senior living costs in Mossy Head vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Mossy Head, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMossy Head, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$4,123/mo$4,196/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,296/mo$4,082/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,251/mo$4,528/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Mossy Head, FL:$4,123/mo
Florida:$4,196/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Mossy Head, FL:$4,296/mo
Florida:$4,082/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Mossy Head, FL:$4,251/mo
Florida:$4,528/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mossy Head

Recent reviews for independent living in Mossy Head

The Opal at Bluewater Bay in Niceville, FL

5.0
My Dad was welcomed by friendly, caring, professional Staff! Everyone went above and beyond the normal to make my Dad feel welcome and wanted in his new apartment. I cannot thank the staff enough, from the contract and welcome with [name removed], to the wonderful, compassionate, professional, ...
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Sodalis DeFuniak Springs

5.0
The facility is clean, comfortable and the staff is friendly and kind. My mom is very comfortable in her room and it's nice to know she is being taken care of.

Eden at Crestview

5.0
Eden has continued to be amazing! My mom has been at Eden for a year now . The staff has gone above and beyond to make sure my mom is well and as happy as she can be . Their communication on issues is excellent and prompt whenever there is an issue . My mom cannot do activities much given her ...
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Mossy Head independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mossy Head independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mossy Head, 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 Mossy Head 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 Mossy Head partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mossy Head, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mossy Head 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 Mossy Head communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mossy Head, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mossy Head 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 Mossy Head offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mossy Head, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.4%
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Sodalis DeFuniak Springs, The Opal at Bluewater Bay and American House Bluewater Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mossy Head, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Mossy Head, Florida. See the full list.
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