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1810 SE 16th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
4.8
(27 reviews)
"My father is in Hampton Manor at Deerwood. They're very one-on-one, very caring and there's no smell or anything like that. The staff is very nice, very understanding and very helpful. He eats everything on his plate, and he has no complaints. It's v..."
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11311 SW 95th Circle, Ocala, FL 34481
4.5
(43 reviews)
"I liked Pacifica Senior Living Ocala a lot. What I didn't like was that they had mentally challenged people living among the other people. They didn't have them separated. They had the memory care, and they might have another section, but they still ..."
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1801 SE 24th Road, Ocala, FL 34471
4.4
(67 reviews)
"I went to look at Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle. It was a short distance from me, and I liked it. It was on my top three lists. It was very spacious. It met all the criteria. They have on-site nursing. They offered assistance if my father needed a ri..."
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4511 SW 48th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34474
4.4
(42 reviews)
"We will move into Brentwood at Fore Ranch. They have a nurse on staff and they seem to offer a lot of advantages for my partner if he needs help. They have a tiny refrigerator, a tiny microwave, no stove at all, and one bathroom that we're going to s..."
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2650 Southeast 18th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
4.4
(22 reviews)
"My husband moved into The Windsor of Ocala. They've got so much going on every day. Different things, like they were playing upbeat music. And then they move their hands and their feet keeping time with the music, and they have different memory games..."
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1601 SE 24th Road, Ocala, FL 34471
4.0
(33 reviews)
"We visited Brookdale Paddock Hills and it was very nice. The facility was very comfortable, spacious, and clean and that's one thing we are looking for. The cost was a little higher. The staff was very good, clean, and polite. They were good people. ..."
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9070 SW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34481
4.0
(34 reviews)
"I like Brookdale Canopy Oaks. The location is awesome because I could walk there if I needed to. It's a small facility, and I like that. It had a good atmosphere when I walked in the door. It was very friendly. They gave me a good tour. The staff s..."
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9589 SW Highway 200, Ocala, FL 34481
4.2
(11 reviews)
"Canterfield of Ocala was a brand-new facility. It was very nice. It was better priced than the other place. The apartments were very nice and modern. Everything was new. The cafeteria was beautiful. The dining area was very nice. The lounge area was ..."
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1831 Southeast Lake Weir Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
4.0
(7 reviews)
"I toured Camelot Chateau Assisted Living. It's very nice. They're very nice people and very courteous. My husband's grandmother was there before she passed. I toured a little apartment. It looked clean. It looks like it has all the necessities for a ..."
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4100 SW 33rd Ave., Ocala, FL 34474
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Hawthorne Inn of Ocala was an average facility, but the interaction I saw between the residents was excellent. They were interactive. It's good. We were in the dining area because it was around lunchtime, and Dad got to see the interaction of people ..."
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2800 SW 41st Street, Building 200, Ocala, FL 34474
4.4
(17 reviews)
"We helped our parents move in due to her declining health (due to cancer). Tho we've had problems with our father wanting to leave, Lori, Susie, and staff have been amazing! They have offered suggestions, options, and whatnot. They take their time to..."
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3590 SW 137th Loop, Ocala, FL 34473
4.4
(9 reviews)
"Marion Oaks is extremely clean. My father is upstairs on the second floor and we liked the layout, and there are two people on constantly for the 10 residents that are up there 24/7. He is always clean when we go in. They take him downstairs to the a..."
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9174 SW 81st Court, Ocala, FL 34481
4.0
(19 reviews)
"I went to Bridgewater Park. I was impressed with the staff and ratio because they only have 20 people in the whole facility. It's a very large facility because they have all levels. They have independent living, assisted living, and memory care. And ..."
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4100 SW 33RD AVE, Ocala, FL 34474
4.0
(18 reviews)
"My grandfather has Alzheimer’s and is now a long term pt at Hawthorne the 2-10 (Lourdes) CNA I can’t thank enough she is great with him the nursing staff is good with the patients and as we all know the medical field is changed since the pandemic but..."
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2800 SW 41st St., Ocala, FL 34474
3.6
(10 reviews)
"My husband was at Life Care Center for rehabilitation for 2 months and got excellent care. The staff is wonderful with many shining stars in all departments and job descriptions. Our very favorite Nurse is Melissa G. who went above and beyond in her..."
READ MORE9174 SW 81st Court, Ocala, FL 34481
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My aunt loved Bridgewater Park when she was there for rehab. She would love to go back, so I was going to go and talk with them to see if they have a bed for her in their long-term care facility. It was wonderful. I went on a weekend and they took ti..."
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1715 E. SILVER SPRINGS BLVD., Ocala, FL 34470
3.0
(4 reviews)
"Family owned by a strong Christian family who loves the residents unconditionally. ..."
READ MORE1665 SW 7 Street, Ocala, FL 34471
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Memory Lane did not have an outside area at all. The facility was nice; it was clean, and it was smaller facility. The workers and staff were all extremely friendly. ..."
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20 Fir Trail Course, Ocala, FL 34472
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READ MORE2925 Nw 4Th Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
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READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Ocala typically charge $4,000 per month. Although rates are slightly higher than the state median of $3,700, the community is very affordable for the region. In Gainesville and Homosassa, seniors pay more than $500 extra each month. Prices also increase by $950 or nearly 24% in The Villages, where the going rate is approximately $4,950.
Ocala
$4,000
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Gainesville
$4,571
Homosassa
$4,527
The Villages
$4,950
According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in Ocala typically charge $4,000 per month, depending on the amenities and services that they provide. Rates also vary based on the type of apartment that you select.
Across the state of Florida, qualifying seniors can apply to receive financial assistance for assisted living through the Florida Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program (SMMC LTC). If seniors are not eligible, the state of Florida pays for certain ALF services at specific facilities through a statewide 1915(b)(c) MLTC program.
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 in Ocala provides great value since it includes accommodations, meals, activities and personal care for approximately $4,000 per month. Homemaker services that provide help with chores and errands cost slightly less at $3,813, but home health aides that provide personal care and medical assistance charge $4,576 per month. Adult day health care costs just $1,408 per month. The cost of a nursing home facility jumps to $8,187 for a semiprivate room or $8,973 for a private room, which is more than double the cost of assisted living.
Homemaker Services
$3,813
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Health Care
$1,408
Assisted Living Facility
$4,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,187
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,973
Ocala residents who need more information about assisted living and long-term care can turn to the following organizations for advice. They provide a variety of free services to seniors and their spouses or caregivers.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Elder Options | (800) 262-2243 | This Area Agency on Aging serves seniors and qualifying adults in Ocala and 16 counties across central Florida. Elder Helpline is a free informational service that can direct you to transportation, recreational activities, legal help, housing, insurance counseling and other services. It provides information about assisted living and nursing homes along with care management services for seniors making transitions. |
| Marion County Veterans Services | (352) 671-8422 | Veterans in the Ocala area are entitled to a variety of benefits through the state and federal government, including pensions, health care, long-term care, counseling and transportation. If you need help applying for benefits, accessing services or appealing a decision, a veterans service officer can provide advice and prepare the necessary paperwork. State veterans’ homes provide long-term care, and funding for assisted living may be available through the Aid & Attendance program. |
| Marion Senior Services | (352) 620-3501 | Marion Senior Services is a local nonprofit funded by the Older Americans Act. It supports senior nutrition programs that provide low-cost meals, and it offers in-home supports for seniors and caregivers. Low-cost rides are available in partnership with Marion Transit for just $2 each way. You can also contact this organization for case management services and legal advice. |
| Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program North Central District | (352) 620-3088 | Located in Ocala, the long-term care ombudsman for north-central Florida handles complaints regarding assisted living facilities and nursing homes. Advocates provide confidential, impartial advice and work to ensure that residents understand their rights. They act as a liaison between long-term care providers, seniors and their families and can assist with admissions and evictions when needed. |
Ocala-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
Sue65
5.0
Review of Brentwood at Fore Ranch
We will move into Brentwood at Fore Ranch. They have a nurse on staff and they seem to offer a lot of advantages for my partner if he needs help. They have a tiny refrigerator, a tiny microwave, no...
Provider response
Thank you Sue for your thoughtful review! We're delighted Brentwood at Fore Ranch has made a positive impression with its cleanliness, amenities, and dining experience. We look forward to welcoming...
Assisted Living
Brian
5.0
Review of Hampton Manor at Deerwood
My father is in Hampton Manor at Deerwood. They're very one-on-one, very caring and there's no smell or anything like that. The staff is very nice, very understanding and very helpful. He eats...
Assisted Living
LisaB
5.0
Review of Hampton Manor at Deerwood
Hampton Manor Deerwood greatly benefits from Wendy and Janet's contributions. They identified my struggles and offered support, significantly improving my mental state. Their unwavering commitment...
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