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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ocala Ridge, FL
Assisted living costs in Ocala Ridge average about $4,134 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in Ocala Ridge. Our detailed directory has 661 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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My mom has been there a year and I can't say enough good things about this facility. It provides excellent service beyond normal expectations. My mom is 100, in a wheelchair and moves effortlessly around...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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56 reviews
The staff was very helpful The facility was well kept. The rooms were nice and my mother enjoyed all the things the staff planned on a daily basis. The move in was easy I only wish they were closer to where...
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 Ocala is a licensed assisted living and memory care residence committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We have been serving the needs of...
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9.4
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95 reviews
It is a wonderful place, my family member is happy there, food is "excellent", staff is friendly and nice. It is very clean smelling and well kept.
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.
A Community That Feels Like Home Sweet HomeChoosing a senior living community means trading the worries and stress that often come from life at home for the safety and security that comes from living in a place built specifically for you. It also means trading the isolation that often comes from...
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9.4
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14 reviews
The staff is extremely kind and caring, From the moment we visited they have been upfront about anything that we questioned. The residents are cared for according to their needs. Everyone is treated as a...
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.
The Bridge at Ocala, Florida, offers an abundant lifestyle for seniors looking for a dynamic assisted living community to call home.Professional and caring associates provide a full range of services and amenities including personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, nutritious...
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9.2
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89 reviews
What we like the most about Brookdale Canopy Oaks is the friendliness of the staff - Keeping people current on activities - Willingness to help and serve. Based on the experience we have had, yes we 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.
Quiet Senior Living, Full of LifeYour senior years should be full of life, not full of chores like cooking and cleaning. Your days should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people. That’s what you’ll find at this premier assisted living and memory care community in picturesque...
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8.9
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197 reviews
Our loved one is a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Ocala. We have been very pleased. We are now confident that our questions and ideas are followed up in a timely and caring manner! Every department has...
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Ocala is a quaint community nestled amongst the quiet of oaks of Ocala. We are near two hospitals, select rehabs, and only minutes away from On Top of the World. Our community is also within walking distance to shopping, popular restaurants, financial institutions, and...
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8.0
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68 reviews
Brentwood at Fore Ranch presents very well. Great sales manager, very clean facility, nice dining hall. Mom was able to move in quickly and received a nice incentive package. Residents are friendly. As of...
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.
Situated in the “Horse Capital of the World” close to natural springs and lakes, Brentwood at Fore Ranch is a rustic, suburban senior living community located near West Marion Community Hospital, Advent Health and Ocala Regional Medical Center as well as Shoppes at Heathbrook, Appleton Museum of...
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7.9
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67 reviews
My mother has been very pleased with the facility, staff, meals, activities and services offered. She is enjoying the socialization she was missing by living alone in her house. They also welcomed and...
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.
Here you can do more of what you love.With independent living, assisted living or memory care all on one campus, our community has care options to meet your changing needs. Here you’ll have the worry-free lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it.Maybe it’s time to let someone else do the...
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3.0
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9 reviews
Superior has been a wonderful experience. although it was difficult to place my mom in an assisted living facility, i believe this is the place for mom. She no longer lives alone with no one to talk to, she...
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.
Superior Residences offers three levels of care in a secured, warm, and inviting memory care community. These levels are called “neighborhoods” and involve one Enhanced Assisted Living (EAL) neighborhood and two Memory Care neighborhoods. EAL is for folks with mild memory loss but who are still...
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1 review
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
At Hawthorne Estates you will meet old friends and make new ones. You can start enjoying a life free from building and grounds maintenance. Imagine the convenience of no utility bills, taxes, or ongoing home repairs. More importantly, all you pay is an affordable monthly rent for your studio,...
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6.0
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14 reviews
5 on all areas. Sometimes not always thrilled with the food, but that is the case at most facilities. The staff always seemed friendly and helpful. Sometimes at night hard to get ahold of someone on the...
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.
Hampton Manor at Deerwood is an assisted living community in southeast Ocala. This exquisite building boasts 34,000 square feet, containing 43 elegant apartments. The property features plantation-style architecture, as well as beautifully appointed rooms and common areas, creating a warm, yet...
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wow after reading the reviews i was cautious to say the least. We are so glad we went and saw for ourselves. The facility was clean did not have the odor we were expecting. The residents all looked clean ...
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.
Hampton Manor at 24th Road is a beautiful community with 42 apartments located in southeast Ocala. The property offers extraordinary care in a cozy homelike atmosphere. Hampton Manor at 24th Road is fully licensed for extended congregate care, which provides extended nursing services not...
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The community is lovely and a small community. The staff communicates very well and really accommodates my loved one. I know my loved one is safe. I would recommend this community to others based on my...
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.
Harmony House is an assisted living community that is specially designed to offer excellent memory care services to individuals in Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Staff are on service 24 hours a day. The small town feel of Ocala is a perfect backdrop for the individualized memory care and elder...
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I love my home. Everyone is willing to go above and beyond to help me. The food is great and I enjoy the activities. All of the other residents look out for each other. It's one big family. I would highly...
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Ocala Ridge, FL
The average cost of senior living in Ocala Ridge is $4,134 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crystal River, FL with an average of $3,570 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ocala Ridge, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ocala Ridge, FL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ocala Ridge, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Ocala Ridge over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ocala Ridge, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ocala Ridge
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ocala Ridge
Pacifica Senior Living Ocala
5.0
I would recommend Pacifica to others, and I have. They work hard to make sure your loved one is taken care of. My brother doesn't have long to live, and they do everything they can to keep him comfortable.
Superior Residences at Cala Hills in Ocala, FL
4.9
My dad has only been at SR for a month now. Each visit we have made has been met with interest, care, and helpfulness from each individual we have dealt with. This is from the housekeeping personnel to the Executive Director. Laverne at the front desk is always helpful with a smile even ...
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Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL
5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed
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Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff across various communities, including Pacifica Senior Living Ocala, The Bridge at Ocala, and The Windsor of Ocala. Families express appreciation for the staff members' willingness to go above and beyond in their care and com ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at different communities, such as Brentwood at Fore Ranch, AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge, and The Windsor of Ocala. Activities include bingo, field trips, arts and crafts, and more, providing opportunities for socialization and engagement ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, including common areas and residents' private rooms, at communities like Brookdale Paddock Hills, Brentwood at Fore Ranch, and The Windsor of Ocala.
Attentive care for residents' needs. Several reviews highlight the attentiveness of staff to residents' needs, such as at Hampton Manor at Deerwood and Brookdale Paddock Hills, ensuring that care is tailored to each individual.
Frequent communication with families. Communication between families and staff is a priority at several communities, as mentioned in reviews for Brentwood at Fore Ranch, The Windsor of Ocala, and Pacifica Senior Living Ocala, with regular updates on residents' well-being and care.
Diverse dining options. Reviews often mention the quality and variety of meals provided at different communities, including Brookdale Paddock Hills, Brentwood at Fore Ranch, and The Windsor of Ocala, making mealtimes an enjoyable experience for residents.
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Ocala Ridge review score based on 99 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 99 reviews of 15 Ocala Ridge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ocala Ridge 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
Ocala Ridge review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ocala Ridge 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 99 reviews of 15 Ocala Ridge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ocala Ridge 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.Ocala Ridge, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Ocala Ridge assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocala Ridge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocala Ridge, 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 Ocala Ridge 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 Ocala Ridge 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
86.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
86.7%
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
93.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ocala Ridge 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 Ocala Ridge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ocala Ridge 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 Ocala Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocala Ridge 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 Ocala Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocala Ridge 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 Ocala Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ocala Ridge
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 Ocala Ridge protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge, The Windsor of Ocala and Highpoint at StoneCrest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ocala Ridge, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 17 assisted living facilities near Ocala Ridge, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ocala Ridge, Florida are The Windsor of Ocala, Brookdale Paddock Hills and Brookdale Canopy Oaks. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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