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Assisted Living Communities in Summerfield, Florida

The Marion County community of Summerfield sits within the Ocala Metropolitan Area, about 15 miles outside downtown Ocala. As of 2024, assisted living residents in this region pay around $3,969 monthly, with local rates running about $780 below the statewide norm. To give prospective residents a variety of options to choose from, Summerfield contains 3 assisted living communities, and 82 more sit within driving distance.

Our guide includes 1031 reviews reviews of local assisted living communities, providing an in-depth analysis of their features. These reviews contribute to an overall quality score of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Summerfield, FL and Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey lists assisted living costs in Summerfield at around $3,969 per month, which runs well below the Florida norm of $4,750 and the national median of $5,350. Costs in nearby cities exceed local rates, with facilities charging about $4,748 in Palm Bay and roughly $8,055 in Gainesville.

Summerfield

$3,969

Florida

$4,750

The United States

$5,350

Gainesville

$8,055

Orlando

$3,823

Deltona

$4,000

Palm Bay

$4,748

Paying for Assisted Living in Summerfield, FL

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Summerfield

Residents of assisted living facilities in Summerfield 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.

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 Summerfield, FL

With rates at around $3,969 per month, assisted living ranks as the most affordable senior care solution in Summerfield. Home health care costs thousands of dollars more at about $8,103. Additionally, assisted living costs a fraction of the fee for nursing home care, which falls near $10,570 for shared units. 

Home Health Care

$8,103

Assisted Living Facility

$3,969

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,570

Note: Since data for Summerfield is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Ocala, instead.

 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Summerfield

Seniors in Summerfield have various free countywide resources that help them remain active, healthy and independent. These government entities and nonprofits offer supportive services to seniors in assisted living and other types of senior care throughout Marion County, often regardless of income.

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Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging(800) 262-2243The Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging, also called Elder Options, is a not-for-profit corporation and the state-designated AAA and Aging & Disability Resource Center for this area. Elder Options helps seniors aged 60 or older in a 16-county service area in North Central Florida, including Marion County. Elder Options strives to strengthen seniors’ support systems by creating new services that enhance seniors’ lives. Its Elder Helpline offers information, assistance and referrals for aging-related programs. Other services include elder abuse prevention, healthy aging classes and other programs that help promote continued independence, regardless of income.
Marion Senior Services(352) 620-3501Marion Senior Services is a nonprofit organization that provides supportive care to elderly residents throughout Marion County. It offers nutrition services, in-home care and transportation services. Transportation is provided by reservation only on handicap-accessible vans and mini buses to go to medical appointments, work, recreational or social events, educational programs and shopping.
Marion County Veterans Services(352) 671-8422Marion County Veterans Services helps residents throughout the county who are military veterans to obtain their Veterans Administration benefits. It helps veterans receive appropriate compensation and pensions, including disability compensation and a non-service-connected disability pension. Veterans Services also helps with obtaining health care, education, death and burial benefits.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Summerfield

Summerfield-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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eacol

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Highpoint at Stonecrest

The rooms are okay - not handicapped designed - kitchen counters higher than usual. Thresholds to hurdle with wheelchair. Near impossible to exit room solo if walker or wheelchair bound as the...

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Kristina

I visited this facility

Review of Highpoint at Stonecrest

I went to Highpoint at Stonecrest for my uncle. The rooms were very nice. I did not necessarily like the location, although it would have been more convenient for his wife to visit. The location...

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Russell

I visited this facility

Review of Highpoint at Stonecrest

I visited Highpoint at Stonecrest. They have a swimming pool, and it's beautiful and new. I liked everything that I saw. The whole facility is a five plus. The staff was wonderful, very friendly...

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