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Photo of Sunflower Springs LLC
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44 Floor plans available
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Definitely a 5 in all categories. Staff is always responsive to my questions, attentive to my mother's concerns and wishes, and the food is very good. My mom is encouraged to participate in activities but...
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.
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Photo of The Reserve at Citrus
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8.9
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My spouse is in the memory care unit. Day staff is excellent, probably due to good leadership. night staff not so good. Clean and upbeat for the most part. Medical staff wants to rely on medication a bit to...
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.
Safe, Secure, Perfect for a Satisfying LifeTucked away in a quiet, cultured corner of Citrus County called Lecanto, Florida, your future favorite community provides a special brand of assisted living and memory care services. Days are spent maxing out social calendars, exploring old hobbies and...
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8.0
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My loved one as previously a resident at Pleasant Grove Manor and the experience was great for her there. The cleanliness and friendliness were great. The staff and care services were also great. The...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Superior Residences at Lecanto
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22 Floor plans available
7.6
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Really, I don’t think anybody wants to place a loved one in an environment outside of the family, but unfortunately in some cases it is necessary. Reluctantly I started looking for a place for my mom. I...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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My mother has recently made the move into this community and so far we are very happy with how things are going for her. The facility is brand new and I like that there is a fresh smell throughout the...
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.
We welcome you to Rosecastle of Citrus Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lecanto, Florida. Our nurturing and care-free community rests on 15 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and rolling hills in the center of Citrus County, convenient to numerous medical facilities and only minutes from...
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27 reviews
4.9
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brentwood Retirement Community and the experience has been very good overall. The cleanliness and friendliness are very good! The staff, quality of care, meals and...
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.
Brentwood is an assisted living community tucked away cozily between Beverly Hills and Citrus Hills, Florida. The calm, tree-lined community is perched close to major shopping centers, health centers and a lush golf course, providing a variety of recreational options to visiting families....
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6.8
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26 reviews
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The staff is friendly. However, the room she moved into had a broken fan in the bathroom before she moved in. We were told it would be fixed shortly, but it's been over a year and it still hasn't been fixed....
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.
Highland Place is located in the lovely town of Inverness, Florida. Inverness is in a beautiful wooded area of Florida and is known for its many festivals and celebrations held throughout the year. Highland Place is located on the east end of town just two miles west of Henderson Lake. Highland...
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Our loved one is very happy at the Royal Dalton House. They have a ton of different activities going on like bingo, board games, and noodle ball. They also have a day where the ladies can have their nails...
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.
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Photo of Sugarmill Manor Assisted Living
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I really liked sugar mill. Staff was great. Place was always clean...unfortunately they did have to evict my dad. He has gotten beyond their scope of care. Thy did recommend a new place that can handle him....
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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Photo of Greene Acres AFCH
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Great family atmosphere. Small 6 bed home like facility, where your loved one is treated like a family member instead of a patient
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Greene Acres AFCH is a residential care home located in the picturesque town of Lecanto, in Citrus County, Florida. Our beautiful home has so much to offer residents and their loved ones. We have a serene and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for seniors looking to relax and spend some quality time...
Photo of Grand Living at Citrus Hills
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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.
Embrace the next chapter of your life while unlocking a world of possibilities. Welcome to Grand Living at Citrus Hills — where the search for a remarkable all-inclusive senior living community ends and the dream continues.Grand Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care...
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I am the daughter of the new resident. I moved my Mother from Chicago to Crystal River just 9 days ago. She had a stroke 2 months ago. The staff and individual care is unbelievable. The concept is more...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Sunshine Gardens Crystal River LLC
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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All the staff were very kind and helped with my mom's move from home to New Horizon. The food is wonderful here. The care is very good, my mother was always clean, and looked good.
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.
New Horizon Senior Citizen Home is located in Inverness, Florida. This quaint town is filled with lush grass and trees, historic buildings, and a tranquil lake. Inverness has a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy, including golf, parks, and fishing. This assisted living community will allow...
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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.
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The community takes excellent care of my loved ones. The communication between the staff and the family could be better. I would recommend this community to others. The community has apts. not just rooms
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.
Photo of Crown Court
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.

Cost of assisted living in Citrus County, FL

The average cost of senior living in Citrus County is $3,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,217 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Citrus County, FL vs. nearby counties

Citrus County, FL
$3,512/mo

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

Citrus County, FL
$3,512/mo
$3,888/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,512/mo
$3,683/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,407/mo
Studio
$4,316/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,706/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,678/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Citrus County over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Citrus County, 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 Citrus County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Citrus County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Citrus County

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.

Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL

3.9
The community is very nice. I feel relieved knowing she is taken care of and is starting to get acclimated. I would highly recommend this community to others. The only thing I think could improve is the variety of food offered.

The Harmony House of Ocala

4.5
I cannot say enough about how wonderful Harmony House is. During the past year all of the employees I interacted with - from the Executive Director to line staff, were helpful, warm, caring and friendly. Calls were always returned in a timely manner, and the couple of concerns I had during my ...
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Citrus County review score based on 35 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 19 Citrus County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Citrus County 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

Citrus County review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Citrus County, FL19 facilities
7.7
Crystal River, FL12 facilities

Review subcategories for Citrus County 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 35 reviews of 19 Citrus County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Citrus County 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.
Citrus County, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.5
Friendliness
3.8
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.8
4.5
Meals & dining
3.2
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Citrus County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Citrus County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Citrus County, 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 Citrus County 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 Citrus County 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
42.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.6%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.9%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Citrus County 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 Citrus County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Citrus County, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Citrus County 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 Citrus County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Citrus County, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Citrus County 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 Citrus County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Citrus County, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
42.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Citrus County 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 Citrus County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Citrus County, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Citrus County

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 Citrus County protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

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Sunflower Springs LLC, Vitality Living Spring Hill and Brookdale Canopy Oaks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Citrus County, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 21 assisted living facilities near Citrus County, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Citrus County, Florida are Vitality Living Spring Hill and Brookdale Canopy Oaks. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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