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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alachua, FL

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Assisted living costs in Alachua average about $4,408 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Alachua. Our detailed directory has 114 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Some things are disappointing and others are great. Immediately we discovered that the length of time for the meals was shorter than their brochures and even shorter than what was posted in the hall. Hmmm....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Windsor of Gainesville is an assisted living community located in Gainesville, Florida. We are committed to providing residents with the care and support they need, including memory care. Gainesville is a vibrant city with much to offer to both residents and guests.At The Windsor of...
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Harbor Chase had space available at the time we needed it. If asked, staff at HC is very nice and caring. It's clean and for us it's in a convenient location. I would recommend to others and it really helps...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Experience senior living at its finest at The Gables of Gainesville — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Gainesville, Florida. Our charming community provides residents with a stress-free and peaceful environment where they can age in place. Enjoy the fresh air while...
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From our very first communication with [name removed] we impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and warmth. We have found that extends to executive staff, clinical staff, activities, maintenance and...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Radiance of Gainesville is an exceptional Alzheimer's and dementia care community in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida but is so much more than just another college town. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America as well as one of...
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I would tell a friend: 1. I really like the residents as they all look out for each other. (2 of them told the nurse about my brother's toe but the nurse did nothing - she kept saying I'll call the doctor)...
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.
Hunters Crossing Place - Assisted Living provides exceptional assisted living services in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America and one of the 'best places to live and play.' Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville is more than a college...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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The community is incredible and the staff has been here for a while and you tell. Communication was good between the staff and our family and our family. They kept us well informed and up to date. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Plantation Oaks Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the city of High Springs, Florida in Alachua county. High Springs is located in the northern part of Florida, close to a number of state parks. This locale means that the area is absolutely teeming with interesting types of...
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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.
Offering a variety of retirement lifestyles from independent to assisted living, The Village is Gainesville, Florida's premier rental retirement community. Our property is tucked away on spacious North Florida acreage. The natural beauty of the small ponds, tall pines and native live oaks were...
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The grounds are poorly maintained and it’s kitchen is bad. Overall it shows its age but is still quite nice.. Gainesville is a college town poorly policed, and it lacks many of big box shopping like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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 assisted living in Alachua, FL

The average cost of senior living in Alachua is $4,408 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Branford, FL with an average of $3,121 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alachua, FL vs. nearby cities

Alachua, FL
$4,408/mo
$3,976/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alachua, FL vs. the state and national average

Alachua, FL
$4,408/mo
$3,936/mo
U.S. national average
$4,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alachua vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,408/mo
$4,704/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Alachua, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,753/mo
Studio
$6,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,697/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,320/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Alachua over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alachua, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Alachua.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alachua

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alachua

Radiance of Gainesville

5.0
The staff and everything about our experience here has been great. My mom is doing very well - even experiencing the declines that she is having, overall her physical health has improved and she is in really good spirits. I would definitely recommend Hunter Crossing Place to others who are ...
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Charter Senior Living of Gainesville

4.8
The entire staff was friendly, helpful, answered questions and helped to make my sister comfortable. My sister seems to have adjusted well to the facility thanks to everyone’s efforts. They do not hesitate to contact me if my sister requests it.

Plantation Oaks Senior Living in High Springs, FL

5.0
My mother lived at this facility for over a year and I loved it for her. Before she wasn't a really happy person at the last facility I had her in but once I put her in Plantation Oaks she was always in a great mood. Always !!! My mom passed away on August 26, 2017, due to complications from a ...
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Alachua review score based on 25 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 9 Alachua assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alachua review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Alachua review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Alachua, FL9 facilities
7.1
High Springs, FL9 facilities
7.9
La Crosse, FL82 facilities

Review subcategories for Alachua assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 25 reviews of 9 Alachua assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alachua resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Alachua assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alachua assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alachua, 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 Alachua assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alachua that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
55.6%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alachua assisted living

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 Alachua Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alachua, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alachua assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alachua partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alachua, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Alachua assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alachua communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alachua assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alachua offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alachua, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alachua

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alachua protect seniors.

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There are 9 assisted living facilities near Alachua, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Alachua, Florida is The Windsor of Gainesville. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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