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Assisted Living Communities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Steve

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Review of Meridian at Westwood

The tour I did of Meridian at Westwood's assisted living was very nice. They have very nice accommodations and it's a huge place. It has its own little world there because it has everything. It has...

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Steve

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Review of Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach

Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach is a little smaller than the other assisted living places I have visited. It also has smaller meeting or gathering areas for the residents so it was a little bit more...

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Christine

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Review of Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach

I toured Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach. It was a decent community. I wasn't crazy about the layout of the studios because there was too many bedrooms and not enough living space, but the facility...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Fort Walton Beach, FL and Nearby Cities

Assisted living care in Fort Walton Beach costs $924 more than the state average and is $424 over the national average, but it's comparable to nearby cities. When looking at other cities along the panhandle, Fort Walton Beach is a little less expensive than Panama City, which costs $157 more. The other two closest cities are Pensacola, which is $600 less, and the capital city of Tallahassee, which is lower than Fort Walton Beach by only $274.

Fort Walton Beach

$4,924

Florida

$4,000

United States

$4,500

Panama City

$5,081

Pensacola

$4,323

Tallahassee

$4,650

Paying for Assisted Living in Fort Walton Beach

 

The current cost of assisted living services in Fort Walton Beach, FL, is $4,924 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fort Walton Beach

The Statewide Managed Medicaid Care Long-Term Care program offers financial assistance to individuals who require an AFL. The Assistive Care Services program is another state program that is available to eligible individuals. A person may qualify for one or both programs, but those who utilize both programs must have a service plan in place that dictates which program pays for each service.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Fort Walton Beach, FL

When it comes to long-term care in Fort Walton Beach, assisted living is the most affordable option. For seniors who wish to remain in their own homes, they can choose from nonmedical in-home care at $5,005 per month or home health care provided by licensed medical professionals at $5,053 per month. The highest-cost option is a semiprivate nursing home room for $7,908 per month, but this includes 24/7 skilled nursing care.

In-Home Care

$5,005

Home Health Care

$5,053

Assisted Living Facility

$4,924

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,908

Note: Data for Fort Walton Beach was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Crestview, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Fort Walton Beach, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.

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