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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Ocala nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Ocala, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Ocala or another care type is right for you. Browse 25 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Ocala.
We are also serving Nursing Homes facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Northeast Ocala, Southwest Ocala and Southeast Ocala.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Silver Springs Shores, Belleview or Camp Roosevelt.
Types of care available in Ocala, FL
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.
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.
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 though she wears many hats and has lots of questions to answer on the phone calls also. We had been told by two sources that this was a good place for dad. It is. We did expect an adjustment period but seems that in two weeks our dad is participating in activities and is happy when we visit. I see lots of smiles there with personnel and tenants.
2650 SE 18th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
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...
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...
4001 SW 33rd Ct, Ocala, FL 34474
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...
1601 Southeast 24th Road, Ocala, FL 34471
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.
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...
2800 SW 41st St, Ocala, FL 34474
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...
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...
9070 Southwest 80th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34481
Everyone, even though short handed, tries to make my Mom happy. They have Bingo and card games and that keeps her active and has the social interaction with others. A lot of the people who work there like...
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...
10590 SE 62nd Ave Rd, Belleview, FL 34420
My Mom was at Hampton Manor of Belleview for the month of [date removed] as I (her son) was recovering from a surgery. My Mom has dementia and she cannot stand up (even with a walker). I checked in on my Mom...
Hampton Manor Belleview is an assisted living community with 42 beautiful apartments located in Belleview. Residents enjoy many outings and onsite activities to enhance their active lifestyle. The community features comfortable accommodations and cozy well-decorated common areas as well as...
11311 SW 95th Circle, Ocala, FL 34481
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...
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...
4511 SW 48th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34474
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...
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...
3590 SW 137th Loop, Ocala, FL 34473
My family is very pleased and grateful with the place we chose for mom. It is a very clean smelling and new establishment. We do see that they offer the residents a varied menu of activities. They do...
Marion Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the peaceful area of Ocala, Marion County, Florida. Our caring community offers care for residents suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's, while still providing them with the quality lifestyle they deserve. We are surrounded...
1801 Southeast 24th Road, Ocala, FL 34471
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...
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...
1810 SE 16th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
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...
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...
2300 SW 21st Cir, Ocala, FL 34471
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...
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...
1500 SE 24th Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
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 ...
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...
3211 SW 42nd St, Ocala, FL 34474
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,...
1831 SE Lake Weir Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
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...
1201 SE 24th Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
My loved one is currently a resident at Ocala Health and Rehabilitation, They are awesome, non private, nothing fancy but worked with us during my mom's rehab to get us a private room where she is right now....
5762 SW 60th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34474
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...
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...
1027 SE Fort King St, Ocala, FL 34471
2021 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
1840 SW 31st Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
3400 SW 27th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474
1715 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
9601 SE US Highway 441, Belleview, FL 34420
9580 SW State Road 200, Ocala, FL 34481
Canterfield of Ocala is Ocala's premier senior community! We will offer 91 assisted living units, as well as independent living villas. Luxury is our standard! Each unit has crown moldings, granite counter tops, beautiful ceramic tile floors and luxurious carpet with ample room for your treasured...
9580 SW State Road 200, Ocala, FL 34481
Canterfield of Ocala is Ocala's premier senior community! We will offer 91 assisted living units, as well as independent living villas. Luxury is our standard! Each unit has crown moldings, granite counter tops, beautiful ceramic tile floors and luxurious carpet with ample room for your treasured...
In Ocala, Florida, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Ocala, Florida, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Ocala, Florida, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Ocala include bus routes and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Ocala has limited biking infrastructure and is not very walkable.
Ocala offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Marion Community Hospital and AdventHealth Daytona Beach.
Ocala, Florida, is an ideal place for arts, culture, and outdoor recreation. With the city’s numerous horse farms and trails, Ocala was actually named the Horse Capital of the World in 2007. Residents and tourists can also visit the city’s many fishing holes, baseball games, and golf courses. For the art enthusiasts and history buffs, be sure to visit the Appleton Museum and Brick City Center, the Dance Alive National Ballet and Reilly Arts Center, and the Historic Ocala Square.
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
The median monthly cost for a private room in an Ocala nursing home is about $9,125, and the median monthly cost of a private room in a nursing home in the state of Florida is around $9,387, according to Genworth.
For this type of elder care, Ocala, Florida offers many great options, and A Place for Mom can help you find the right one.
The cost of living in Ocala is pretty close to the national average, and in some cases, even cheaper. Ocala’s proximity to the Tampa/St. Petersburg metropolitan area makes it a great option for those like big city convenience at a fraction of the cost. All index ratings are based on a system where a score of 100 represents the cost of the national average.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Health care index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 99 | 92.7 | $1,125 | 15.2% | $148,200 | $37,422 |
The Ocala area is home to several highly-rated hospitals, and the following are often ranked among the area’s best:
Ocala’s climate is considered humid subtropical, and is characterized by year-round sun, occasional rain, and consistently warm air temperatures. On average, the humidity level for Ocala is roughly 59%. The humidity levels are often highest during the month of August at about 67%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82°F | 93°F (July) | 72°F (June) | 63°F | 74°F (February) | 43°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating |
|---|
| 29 (Good) |
Precipitation and Natural Disasters
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall | Natural Disasters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4” | 9” (June) | 0” | Hurricanes, floods |
Ocala is a small town in north central Florida. A small, agricultural and manufacturing center, Ocala is about halfway between Gainesville to the north and Orlando to the southeast. With its attractive tree-lined streets and Old South–style homes, it more resembles a typical Southern city than a Florida city or beach town. Ocala is the capital of Florida’s thoroughbred industry, and ranching and horse-breeding are popular local endeavors.
2016 Presidential Election for Marion County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 35.3% | 61.3% | 3.4% |
Population Statistics
| Population city proper | Population density | Population trend |
|---|---|---|
| 57,812 | 320 people per square mile | Growing at a rate of 1.1% |
Age
| Median | 18-24 | 25-44 | 45-64 | 65+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38.6 | 10.3% | 24.7% | 20.6% | 23.0% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 86.6% | 23% | 2.6% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8% | 20.1% | 13.3% | <1% | 0.1% | 61.6% | 2.5% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 3,314 | 48.12 | 6.72 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9% | 55% | 15% | 20% | 9% | 10% |
Ocala is considered moderately unfriendly to members of the LGBTQ community, meaning that members of the community may feel somewhat unsafe in certain spaces.
Ocala is an ideal place for outdoor recreation, with a heritage and legacy of equestrian horse breeding, Ocala was named the Horse Capital of the World in 2007. This is very apparent with all of their horse farms and the many champion bred horses such as the 1956 Kentucky Derby winner, Needles, or Triple Crown Winner, Affirmed. There are more horses in Ocala/Marion County than anywhere in the world, along with many horseback trails and competitive racing tracks.
Ocala is also a great place to get out and enjoy the mild climate, birdwatching and cataloging all of the beautiful wildlife. Hunting is also a popular area pastime. Some locals operate a super fun zipline and will rent kayaks and canoes to those who want to enjoy the water. Ocala offers many other outdoors activities too including fishing holes, baseball games, and golf courses.
Lastly, for those looking for arts and culture, there’s the Appleton Museum and Brick City Center for the Arts to see classic and contemporary works art. If you desire something more kinetic, there is the Dance Alive National Ballet and Reilly Arts Center to take in some theatre. Ocala never forgets its history buffs either with such historic locations as Ma Barker House and the Historic Ocala Square.
Transportation
Ocala is serviced by the SunTran, a series of color-themed lines that are planned to get the maximum number of riders throughout the area. Though these are well planned, you’d be better off using private shuttles or rideshares if you needed to be somewhere specific. SunTran does offer charter services that may bridge the gap however.
AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge, The Windsor of Ocala and Waterman Village are the top-rated nursing homes near Ocala, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 25 nursing homes near Ocala, Florida. See the full list.
The best nursing home facilities near you in Ocala, Florida are The Windsor of Ocala, Brookdale Paddock Hills, and Brookdale Canopy Oaks. These nursing home communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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