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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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My mom came to live at the Beehive in the first week they opened in Lynn Haven. I had been waiting on them to finally open because I knew it was a great fit for my mom with dementia. They have taken really...
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 my mother. I have never witnessed such outstanding service in an assisted living facility. Keep up the excellent work!' Will R. Bee Hive Homes of Niceville has been in operation for almost 6 years, our Lynn Haven location opened in 2015. The...
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Somerset was wonderful to our family. We did have to end up moving them out because this facility is assisted living only and my mom needed memory care. We were never disappointed with the food and they had...
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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 Ponce De Leon, FL

The average cost of senior living in Ponce De Leon is $5,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Miramar Beach, FL with an average of $4,763 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ponce De Leon, FL, vs. state and national averages

Ponce De Leon, FL
$5,025/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Ponce De Leon, FL, vs. other senior living options

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

Assisted living costs in Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ponce De Leon, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typePonce De Leon, 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 Livingunavailable$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ponce De Leon, FL:$5,025/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ponce De Leon, FL:$5,184/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ponce De Leon, FL:unavailable
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ponce De Leon, FL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ponce De Leon 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ponce De Leon, 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%
Ponce De Leon, 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%
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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 Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ponce De Leon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ponce De Leon

Brookdale Panama City

4.9
Our loved one seems to be happy there, and that is what is important. Oh yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. I know a handful of people whose parents live at a Brookdale.

Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach

4.0
It is such a blessing to be at Somerby. We need assistance with a few things. Everyone who works at Someby is always kind and helpful to both [name removed] and I.

Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach

5.0
They are GREAT!! Facility/staff communicate with family. Keep family posted on how their family members is doing. Welcome family members to participate in activities.

Ponce De Leon review score based on 455 family reviews

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

Ponce De Leon review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Ponce De Leon, FL14 facilities
8.7
Miramar Beach, FL0 facilities
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Westville, FL39 facilities

Review subcategories for Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ponce De Leon 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.
Ponce De Leon, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
3.6
Friendliness
4.4
3.6
Care services
4.3
3.3
Staff
4.5
3.5
Meals & dining
4.1
3.2
Activities
4.2
3.2
Value for cost*
4.2
3.2
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Ponce De Leon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponce De Leon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon

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 Ponce De Leon protect seniors.
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