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[name removed] has been so helpful regarding placement for my MIL. She was so informative when we were researching options. Her facility by far was the cleanest and best smelling facility. The rooms surround...
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.
Likened to finding a rare treasure, you really must discover the beauty of Stanley House. It lies beyond the walls and decor. The team of exceptional service and care providers has been assembled. They have been carefully screened for exemplary credentials. Simply put, it takes a special person...
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This is our first experience and it seems like a nice unit. With her being in respite care it's different than if she were long term. Overall very friendly staff and clean facility!
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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.
Our assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
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There is a bit of a turn over of staff here at Partin Place as a new company just recently purchased it but what I've seen so far has been great! It is so much better than the facility we were at previously....
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.
Located in the heart of Niceville, Superior Residences has been specifically designed and built for memory care and residents with Alzheimer's. Superior strives to create a special residence that embraces the importance of warmth, acceptance and care. Caring for the special needs of individuals...
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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.
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.
Thank you for the outstanding care you gave mymother. I have never witnessed such outstandingservice in an assisted living facility. Keep up theexcellent work!' Will R.Bee Hive Homes of Niceville is locally owned and operated and has been in operation for 6 years. The franchise, which originally...
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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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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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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 De Funiak Springs, FL

The average cost of senior living in De Funiak Springs is $3,896 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Noma, FL with an average of $3,688 per month.

Assisted living costs in De Funiak Springs, FL, vs. nearby cities

De Funiak Springs, FL
$3,896/mo
$4,385/mo

Assisted living costs in De Funiak Springs, FL, vs. state and national averages

De Funiak Springs, FL
$3,896/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in De Funiak Springs, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,896/mo
$3,695/mo

Assisted living costs in De Funiak Springs, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,265/mo
Studio
$4,350/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,023/mo

Senior living costs in De Funiak Springs vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: De Funiak Springs, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDe Funiak Springs, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,896/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,695/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,224/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
De Funiak Springs, FL:$3,896/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
De Funiak Springs, FL:$3,695/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
De Funiak Springs, FL:$4,224/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in De Funiak Springs, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in De Funiak Springs and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in De Funiak Springs, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in De Funiak Springs have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
De Funiak Springs, FL$3,946/mo$6,334/mo-37.7%
Florida$4,009/mo$3,884/mo+3.2%
National$4,835/mo$4,603/mo+5.0%
De Funiak Springs, FL
2024 average cost:$3,946/mo
2023 average cost:$6,334/mo
Percent change:-37.7%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,009/mo
2023 average cost:$3,884/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$4,835/mo
2023 average cost:$4,603/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in De Funiak Springs, 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 De Funiak Springs.

What families are saying about assisted living in De Funiak Springs

Recent reviews for assisted living in De Funiak Springs

Superior Residences of Niceville

4.1
Superior is a caring environment. The staff are kind and take care of each client’s needs! The facility is clean and has a homey atmosphere. We researched and toured several facilities before A Place for Mom found Superior Residence for us.

The Opal at Bluewater Bay in Niceville, FL

5.0
My Dad was welcomed by friendly, caring, professional Staff! Everyone went above and beyond the normal to make my Dad feel welcome and wanted in his new apartment. I cannot thank the staff enough, from the contract and welcome with [name removed], to the wonderful, compassionate, professional, ...
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Sodalis DeFuniak Springs

5.0
The facility is clean, comfortable and the staff is friendly and kind. My mom is very comfortable in her room and it's nice to know she is being taken care of.

De Funiak Springs assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in De Funiak Springs assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in De Funiak Springs, 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 De Funiak Springs 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 De Funiak Springs 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
37.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in De Funiak Springs 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 De Funiak Springs 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
50%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in De Funiak Springs 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 De Funiak Springs 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
37.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in De Funiak Springs 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 De Funiak Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in De Funiak Springs 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 De Funiak Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in De Funiak Springs

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in De Funiak Springs protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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