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10 Best Nursing Homes in Bayhead, FL

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Bayhead is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 36 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Bayhead, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Bayhead is about $4,797, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 193 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Bayhead, FL

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Photo of Sodalis DeFuniak Springs
1414 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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18 reviews
9.4
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5 star
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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
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.
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 Landing
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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21 reviews
9.4
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21 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
14%
3 star
10%
2 star
10%
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They have treated [name removed] and us very well. I don't have anything bad to say about anyone there. They have worked hard to help us adjust to the circumstances. Would recommend the community to anyone...
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.
Introducing Panama City Beache's only stand-alone memory care community.Seagrass Village is nestled on 22 acres of lush preserve in Panama City Beach, Florida. We are just minutes from casual and fine dining, shopping, and medical clinics. Additionally, we are a five minute drive to the most...
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Photo of Superior Residences of Panama City Beach
2525 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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9.3
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42 reviews
9.3
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42 reviews
5 star
61%
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Compared to other facilities, my mother has been in up to this point I give everything a five except for the food and the outside sitting area that is available to them. It's very loud out there next to the...
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.
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach
1111 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.2
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24 reviews
9.2
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24 reviews
5 star
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13%
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5 for all. What we like the most about the community is that all were welcoming. They always had activities (live music, games and field trips available). They were easy to communicate with
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.
Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach is an independent, assisted living and memory care community. Whether it is the independent living villas; the roomy assisted living apartments; or the specialized Legacy memory care neighborhood, Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach provides a...
Photo of Brookdale Panama City
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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32 reviews
9.0
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32 reviews
5 star
62%
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19%
3 star
13%
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5 for all categories. What we like the most about the community is that the staff is just wonderful. Helpful, courteous, Respectful. The facility is warm, inviting, and organized. My mother in law loves it...
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.
Find Your Perfect Senior Living LifestyleRemember that retirement lifestyle you used to dream about? It’s not too late to find it, and we have just the place to do it. At our premier assisted living community, seniors trade cares and stress that comes from homeownership for a relaxed lifestyle...
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Photo of Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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16 reviews
8.7
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16 reviews
5 star
63%
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31%
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They represented several things in the beginning negotiation that later turned out to not be correct. For instance, they said that the dog would be included, and that care would be provided by their staff....
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.
Imagine yourself in a sparkling new community that’s just minutes from the beach, shopping, entertainment venues, and restaurants. That’s what you’ll find at Somerby Santa Rosa Beach. This community also features a partnership with the Sacred Heart Health System to offer a variety of health...
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Photo of Brookdale Destin
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
36 reviews
7.5
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36 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
36%
3 star
3%
2 star
11%
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Business side feels very corporate with little local control, but some of the staff genuinely cares and is dedicated to taking care of the residence. Though there have been numerous staff changes, it's...
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.
If you’re ready to enjoy life and leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else, then our community on Florida’s Emerald Coast, in Destin, is ready and waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences...
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We are very happy with Summer’s Landing! The staff are helpful, understanding and caring. They take a personal interest in their residents and family members. They have already improved by having medical...
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.
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8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
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The facility looks and feels like a resort. Very clean and nicely decorated. Grounds are beautiful and well maintained. Apartments are spacious. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The dining room is amazing...
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.
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I would recommend this community to others. They are cute condos and they are a perfect size and they have a balcony to enjoy also. Communication is good between the staff and our family. They keep us...
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.
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Photo of Beverly Healthcare
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.
Photo of Garden View ALF
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.
Photo of Lisenby Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Robinson Residential Care
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.
Photo of The Blake at Panama City Beach
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.
Photo of Holmes Creek
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.
Photo of Our Home at Beacon Hill
66 Photos available
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.
Our Home at Beacon Hill - An Assisted Living Facility in Paradise Our unique facility provides a caring and loving home. Our residents are part of a community focused on dignity, respect and purpose for individuals and couples. Our home is a beautiful, safe and active community that promotes...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Broxton's ACLF
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.
Photo of Boswell Manor LLC
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.
Photo of Varnum's Rest Home
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.
Photo of Tuscany Manor
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of The Blake at Miramar Beach
4242 Photos available
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 Blake at Miramar Beach is a distinctive senior living community, offering unparalleled experiences in a luxurious and hospitality-driven environment. With a dedicated and tenured team, enviable amenities, and a vibrant calendar of resident events, we provide a unique space for growth,...
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Bayhead, FL

The average cost of senior living in Bayhead is $4,797 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caryville, FL with an average of $3,517 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Bayhead, FL, vs. nearby cities

Bayhead, FL
$4,797/mo

Nursing homes costs in Bayhead, FL, vs. state and national averages

Bayhead, FL
$4,797/mo
$4,555/mo
U.S. national average
$4,976/mo

Nursing homes costs in Bayhead, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,797/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,797/mo

Nursing homes costs in Bayhead, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,225/mo
Studio
$5,173/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,443/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,723/mo

Senior living costs in Bayhead vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bayhead, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBayhead, FLFloridaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,797/mo$4,555/mo$4,976/mo
Assisted Living$4,634/mo$4,101/mo$4,721/mo
Memory Care$4,797/mo$4,555/mo$4,976/mo
Independent Living$4,431/mo$4,222/mo$4,179/mo
Nursing Homes
Bayhead, FL:$4,797/mo
Florida:$4,555/mo
U.S.:$4,976/mo
Assisted Living
Bayhead, FL:$4,634/mo
Florida:$4,101/mo
U.S.:$4,721/mo
Memory Care
Bayhead, FL:$4,797/mo
Florida:$4,555/mo
U.S.:$4,976/mo
Independent Living
Bayhead, FL:$4,431/mo
Florida:$4,222/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Bayhead, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Bayhead 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.

Bayhead, FLFL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Bayhead, FL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Bayhead 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
Bayhead, FL$5,861/mo$5,665/mo+3.5%
Florida$4,072/mo$4,010/mo+1.5%
National$4,968/mo$4,820/mo+3.1%
Bayhead, FL
2024 average cost:$5,861/mo
2023 average cost:$5,665/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,072/mo
2023 average cost:$4,010/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,968/mo
2023 average cost:$4,820/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Bayhead

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Bayhead

Brookdale Panama City

4.9
Our loved one seems to be happy there, and that is what is important. Oh yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. I know a handful of people whose parents live at a Brookdale.

Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach

4.0
It is such a blessing to be at Somerby. We need assistance with a few things. Everyone who works at Someby is always kind and helpful to both [name removed] and I.

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.

Bayhead nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bayhead nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bayhead, 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 Bayhead nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Bayhead that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bayhead, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bayhead nursing homes

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 Bayhead Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bayhead, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36%
3.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bayhead nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bayhead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bayhead, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Bayhead nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bayhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bayhead, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bayhead nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Bayhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bayhead, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
36%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
24%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
0.4%
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Sodalis DeFuniak Springs, The Landing and Superior Residences of Panama City Beach are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Bayhead, Florida. See full list of communities.
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