Mount Dora sits on a plateau in the heart of Florida, overlooking Lakes Dora, Beauclair and Gertrude. In 2024, the local monthly rate for assisted living comes to roughly $3,823, putting costs well below the respective state and national medians of $4,750 and $5,350. Seniors considering residential care in this region have 5 facilities to choose from in the city proper and 208 more within driving distance.
Our directory includes 1772 reviews reviews of assisted living centers in the Mount Dora region to help you assess local care options. These facilities garner an average quality score of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars.
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Welcome 1039 Harley Strickland Blvd Ste 600, Orange City, FL 32763
"The Springs Of Parc Hill is a resort-style retirement community in balmy Florida's Orange City. This lavish facility is only minutes away fr..."
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715 Hull Island Dr, Oakland, FL 34787
"The Gardens at Oakland senior community is located in Oakland, a small water-bordered suburb of Orlando. Living here, seniors have the oppor..."
READ MORE2560 Shady Ln, Orange City, FL 32763
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
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3447 Alissa Court, Orlando, FL 32808
""A Place Where Seniors Are Loved". Our philosophy at Ionie's Assisted Living homes is to provide personalized resident centered care in orde..."
READ MORE1385 Hibiscus Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
"Hibiscus Oaks is an assisted living home located in Winter Park, Florida, less than a 30 minute drive from Orlando that's known for its abun..."
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1315 Devon Road, Winter Park, FL 32789
"At Prevail Homes, our mission is to provide residents with a comfortable world-class lifestyle of autonomy, security, dignity and independen..."
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957 Rock Creek St, Apopka, FL 32712
"Marcia Bryan Afch is located in Apopka, FL, which has plenty of attractions for seniors and their families to explore. The Lake Apopka Wildl..."
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907 E. ORANGE AVENUE, Eustis, FL 32726
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE12195 SE 135 TH AVE, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
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533 E Citrus St, Kissimmee, FL 32701
"Nadine McDaniel, RN, BSN, MPH is our facilities administrator. She is a licensed Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience in long ..."
READ MORE1783 State St, Tavares, FL 32778
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE2700 Conway Gardens Rd, Orlando, FL 32806
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE7050 Bramlea Ln, Windermere, FL 34786
"Windermere Assisted Living is located in the town of Windermere, Florida. With a population of just 3,500, seniors can enjoy the peace and t..."
READ MORE1401 Dixie Way, Sanford, FL 32771
"Hope Assisted Living has a wide range of services, provides a senior housing solution for adults who can live independently, but also requir..."
READ MORE750 Alabama Ave, Apopka, FL 32703
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE647 So. Woodland Blvd., Deland, FL 32720
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Florida Agency of Health Care Administra..."
READ MORE3708 Meadowbrook Ave, Orlando, FL 32808
"Assisting Hands Home Care, located in Orlando, FL, provides Memory Care and Assisted Living services for seniors. The community features apa..."
READ MORE1525 Palmer Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
"Palmer Oaks is located in Winter Park, a suburban city in Orange County, FL. Winter Park is known for its beautiful parks, and the city is h..."
READ MORE1644 Alanson Dr, DELAND, FL 32724
"Alanson Acres Active Senior Living is located in DeLand, Florida. The Volusia County city is home to more than 33,000 people. Retiring senio..."
READ MOREAssisted living communities in Mount Dora charge around $3,823 monthly, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This rate runs about $930 below the Florida median and compares favorably to costs in many nearby communities. For example, in Deltona, seniors pay higher rates of roughly $4,000, and in Tampa, fees fall near $4,213. Costs in Lakeland trend even higher at around $5,292.
Mount Dora
$3,823
Florida
$4,750
The United States
$5,350
Ocala
$3,969
Deltona
$4,000
Lakeland
$5,292
Tampa
$4,213
Residents of assisted living facilities in Mount Dora may be eligible for financial assistance through the Medicaid Long Term Care Program and the Assistive Care Services waiver. Additional funding may also be available for the Optional State Supplement for seniors who receive Social Security income.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Assisted living communities in Mount Dora levy a monthly fee of around $3,823. Although adult day health care facilities charge lower rates of approximately $1,322 for care, other long-term care solutions typically cost more. For example, seniors spend about $4,004 on in-home care and approximately $5,911 on home health care, and nursing homes charge about $9,201.
In-Home Care
$4,004
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,322
Assisted Living Facility
$3,823
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,201
Note: Since data for Mount Dora is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Orlando, instead.
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If you want to learn more about assisted living and ways to maintain your health and independence as you age, the following agencies can help. Most services are free to local residents.   Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Elder Options | (800) 262-2243 | Elder Options, the Area Agency on Aging for Mount Dora and north-central Florida, is a one-stop-shop for information about healthy aging, long-term care, government benefits and community-based services. Its Elder Helpline provides information, advice and referrals to seniors, disabled adults, caregivers and family members. Seniors aged 60 and older can also sign up for free telephone wellness checks and friendly calls through Tele-Talk. |
| Martin Luther King Center Senior Club | (352) 729-6394 | Mount Dora's Martin Luther King Center on Florida Avenue hosts a free Senior Club on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seniors can meet new friends and enjoy a complimentary meal while participating in games, trying their hand at arts and crafts and listening to educational guest speakers. |
| Florida Ombudsman Program, North Central District | (352) 620-3088 | Based in Ocala, Florida's long-term care ombudsman for the North Central District serves seniors and families in Mount Dora and 16 surrounding counties. It's dedicated to enhancing the quality of the state's long-term care system by advocating for residents, helping them understand their rights and ensuring that facilities comply with health and safety regulations. It also accepts complaints and refers consumers to relevant regulatory agencies. |
| Lake County Veterans Services Office | (352) 742-6585 | The Lake County Veterans Service Office has been serving military families since 1945. It helps veterans and dependents access health care, pensions, disability benefits and survivor's compensation. Accredited service officers can also help qualifying pension recipients apply for Aid & Attendance stipends that can be used to pay for personal care at home or in an assisted living facility. |
| We Care of Lake County | (352) 742-0021 | We Care of Lake County operates a medical equipment lending bank that distributes more than 600 pieces of medical equipment to seniors, veterans and other needy residents annually. It supplies hospital beds, CPAP machines, nebulizers, walkers, rollators, crutches, shower chairs, bedside commodes and other items to aid in mobility, continence and hygiene. |
Mount Dora-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Bob Agee
5.0
Review of Elders of Mount Dora
Rooms are very adequate in size and allow individuals to hang pictures and even decorate within reason. Plenty of good lighting, large closet, drawers are adequate, bathroom/ shower facilities...
Assisted Living
Valerie
5.0
Review of Waterman Village
I toured Waterman Village for Mom. It was very nice. The one that is an expensive side, but they include a lot in their main payment. The person I met seemed very nice and they may care very much...
Assisted Living
Carol
5.0
Review of Bridgewater Assisted Living at Waterman Village
I'm living at The Bridgewater at Waterman Village. I can't say enough good about it. I am in a studio apartment. The facilities are maintained constantly. The outside of the buildings is maintained...
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