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6 Best Nursing Homes in Jefferson County, FL

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Jefferson County 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 6 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Jefferson County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Jefferson County is about $5,071, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 65 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Jefferson County, FL

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9.0
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27 reviews
9.0
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27 reviews
5 star
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4 star
22%
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19%
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11%
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Very large staff turnover, but we would recommend Sodalis Tallahassee Assisted Living to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Whether you enjoy the freedom of personal independence or the comfort of being catered to, Sodalis Tallahassee is tailored to meet your personal needs and preferences. Our community offers a wide range of options and services for seniors who want to enjoy a carefree lifestyle, providing...
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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8.5
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The staff was more than accommodating, from moving in assistance to someone helping to hang pictures. My mom is greatly enjoying the cafeteria and feels happy, safe and comfortable. They have been most...
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.
Ideally located on a beautifully wooded campus in Florida's capital city of Tallahassee, Westminster Oaks combines established neighborhoods of detached villas with the comfort and luxury of mid-rise and garden apartment homes. All residences feature the highest quality construction, smart...
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22 Floor plans available
6.9
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28 reviews
6.9
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28 reviews
5 star
75%
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18%
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The staff gets to know the resident and their family. I wish the price was more affordable but I am very happy with the care we are receiving.
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.
Positioned in Tallahassee, Florida, Capital Square at Tallahassee is devoted to residents with impaired memory, offering a unique holistic program designed to celebrate life with residents, while maintaining their safety and comfort.Our Inspiritás “neighborhood” is secured for resident safety yet...
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The staff is just wonderful, they work hard to make the family happy and the resident as well. The rooms are wonderful and are everything they need. The food smells good and my mother-in-law says 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.
At Tapestry Walden, it's all about you.We are delighted that you are interested in Tapestry Senior Living Walden. The area’s NEWEST assisted living and memory care community.At Tapestry, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional living. Our beautiful community offers you an array of...
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Following an accident, Big Bend Hospice staff assisted us step-by-step in moving my Mother from the hospital to their facility. Once there she received what can best be described as concierge care of the...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Jefferson County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson County is $5,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lee, FL with an average of $2,704 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Jefferson County, FL, vs. nearby counties

Jefferson County, FL
$5,071/mo

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

Jefferson County, FL
$5,071/mo
$5,341/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

$4,424/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,071/mo

Nursing homes costs in Jefferson County, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,350/mo
Studio
$4,244/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,887/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,358/mo

Senior living costs in Jefferson County 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: Jefferson County, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJefferson County, FLFloridaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,071/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,277/mo$4,639/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,424/mo$5,341/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,879/mo$4,993/mo$4,203/mo
Nursing Homes
Jefferson County, FL:$5,071/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Jefferson County, FL:$4,277/mo
Florida:$4,639/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Jefferson County, FL:$4,424/mo
Florida:$5,341/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Jefferson County, FL:$3,879/mo
Florida:$4,993/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Jefferson County, FL, over time

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

Jefferson County, FLFL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Jefferson County, FL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Jefferson County 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
Jefferson County, FL$3,015/mo$2,876/mo+4.8%
Florida$4,088/mo$4,021/mo+1.7%
National$4,970/mo$4,812/mo+3.3%
Jefferson County, FL
2024 average cost:$3,015/mo
2023 average cost:$2,876/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,088/mo
2023 average cost:$4,021/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$4,970/mo
2023 average cost:$4,812/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Jefferson County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Jefferson County

Tapestry Senior Living Walden in Tallahassee, FL

5.0
This is a gorgeous community with an excellent staff. I'd reccomend it to anyone I know.

Big Bend Hospice in Tallahassee, FL

5.0
They've scheduled their personel to make sure somebody is going to be with my mom every single day at least twice a day so they'll have someone there. They're fabulous, fabulous, there's not one negative things I could say about hospice, they're why we haven't made any move from where she is ...
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Azalea Gardens Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tallahassee, FL

4.9
Azalea Gardens has been a blessing for my mom and our family. Not knowing what to expect when mom became a resident, my family and my mom have been very happy with Azalea Gardens. The staff has been wonderful to work with, and the level of care mom has received has been outstanding. There is a ...
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Jefferson County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson County, 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 Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Jefferson County, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Jefferson County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jefferson County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
80%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
0.4%
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