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Partin place was great for my Dad. They worked well with my father and I about his care. I loved how the staff helped the residents and entertained them. If I have to go in a facility I want to go there. I'm...
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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Things seem to be going very well at Crestview Manor! My loved one has settled in well, and I haven't heard a single negative word from any of my family members! The place seemed very clean and well kept...
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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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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They need to make it clear understanding that when you sign the lease that you have to give them a 30 day notice. They want their money! My dad fell there and has ended up in a skilled facility due to his...
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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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
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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 Forest Highlands, FL

The average cost of senior living in Forest Highlands is $5,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Navarre Beach, FL with an average of $4,621 per month.

Assisted living costs in Forest Highlands, FL, vs. state and national averages

Forest Highlands, FL
$5,025/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Highlands, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,025/mo
$5,184/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Highlands, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,943/mo
Studio
$4,181/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,772/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,496/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Highlands 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: Forest Highlands, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Highlands, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,025/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,184/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,067/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Highlands, FL:$5,025/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Forest Highlands, FL:$5,184/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Forest Highlands, FL:$4,067/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Forest Highlands, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Forest Highlands 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 average 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
Forest Highlands, FL$4,619/mo$4,613/mo+0.1%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Forest Highlands, FL
2024 average cost:$4,619/mo
2023 average cost:$4,613/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Highlands, 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 Forest Highlands.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Highlands

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Highlands

Eden at Crestview

5.0
Eden has continued to be amazing! My mom has been at Eden for a year now . The staff has gone above and beyond to make sure my mom is well and as happy as she can be . Their communication on issues is excellent and prompt whenever there is an issue . My mom cannot do activities much given her ...
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Brookdale Fort Walton Beach

4.0
[name removed] - The Director, [name removed]- Sales and [name removed] RN - Head Care Support are all AWESOME!! The RN [name removed] is amazing with Mom. The thing that stands out the most is the turnover of assistants , but they are all very caring. Mom says the food on most days is good. She ...
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Sodalis DeFuniak Springs

5.0
[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 a beautiful courtyard which not only provides cool outdoor access but also a beautiful ...
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Forest Highlands review score based on 455 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 455 reviews of 14 Forest Highlands assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest Highlands 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

Forest Highlands review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Forest Highlands, FL14 facilities
8.7
Crestview, FL0 facilities
8.7
Crestview, FL70 facilities

Review subcategories for Forest Highlands 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 455 reviews of 14 Forest Highlands assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Highlands 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.
Forest Highlands, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.1
4.2
Activities
4.2
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
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Forest Highlands assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Highlands assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Highlands, 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 Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Highlands, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.1%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.3%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.3%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.5%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.2%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Highlands, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.8%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.5%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.4%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Highlands, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.5%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.8%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.4%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Highlands, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.5%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
50.1%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Highlands 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 Forest Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Highlands, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.3%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.1%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.6%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.5%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.7%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest Highlands

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 Forest Highlands protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Superior Residences of Niceville, Crestview Manor and Twin Cities Pavilion are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest Highlands, Florida. See full list of communities.
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