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22 Floor plans available
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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...
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.
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...
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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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22 Floor plans available
8.9
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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...
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.
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...
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8.0
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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 been there for a little over a month and it has been a good experience so far. The home is in a quiet culdidsac, and they only have 13 residents. It is more of a family approach and they have...
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.
ALWAYS THERE isn't just our name. Not only are we family-owned and operated, but our family is ACTIVELY involved in your loved ones' daily care and assistance. Our Mission: To build a reputation of providing quality personal care for our residents. To do this takes warmth, patience and...
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4.9
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27 reviews
4.9
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27 reviews
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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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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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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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Wife has been there for a few years. Staff are great. Keeps her busy. She seem to like it. And has her favorite staff she visits.. daily
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Haven House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living and memory care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to Alzheimer’s care and...
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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
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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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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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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.
Harbor House is an assisted living community located in Dunnellon, FL, the heart of horse country. Nestled in a virtual jungle of tropical trees, Harbor House is a great place to sit outside and just absorb the majesty of the nature. Nearby parks and nature preserves truly make Harbor House an...
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My brother lives here .The staff truly do care about their residents here . They get daily care at top rate. I recommend this facility to any loved one looking for a place to live. The facility is very...
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Harbor House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to assisted living care in the...
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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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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.
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...
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Tidewater, FL

The average cost of senior living in Tidewater is $3,713 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Weeki Wachee, FL with an average of $3,237 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tidewater, FL vs. nearby cities

Tidewater, FL
$3,713/mo
$3,641/mo
$3,852/mo

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

Tidewater, FL
$3,713/mo
$3,888/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,713/mo
$3,881/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,256/mo
Studio
$4,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,211/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Tidewater over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Tidewater, 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 Tidewater.

What families are saying about assisted living in Tidewater

Recent reviews for assisted living in Tidewater

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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Tidewater review score based on 43 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 18 Tidewater assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tidewater 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

Tidewater review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Tidewater, FL18 facilities
6.0
Inglis, FL10 facilities
7.0
Dunnellon, FL22 facilities

Review subcategories for Tidewater 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 43 reviews of 18 Tidewater assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Tidewater 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.
Tidewater, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.5
Friendliness
3.9
4.6
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.5
Meals & dining
3.5
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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Tidewater assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tidewater assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tidewater, 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 Tidewater 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 Tidewater that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Tidewater, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.2%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.2%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Tidewater 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 Tidewater Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tidewater, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tidewater 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 Tidewater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tidewater, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Tidewater 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 Tidewater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tidewater, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tidewater 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 Tidewater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tidewater, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Tidewater

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 Tidewater protect seniors.

Learn about Florida Assisted Living regulations

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AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge, Sunflower Springs LLC and The Bridge at Ocala are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Tidewater, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 22 assisted living facilities near Tidewater, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Tidewater, Florida is Brookdale Canopy Oaks. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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