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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ozello, FL

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Photo of The Reserve at Citrus
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9.3
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5 star
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Staff was caring, helpful, and dedicated. Sometimes it felt like they were short staffed on the weekends but everyone worked really hard. Their community relations director is amazing. Facility is clean,...
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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44 Floor plans available
8.2
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I moved my father into the building about two months ago. [name removed] was great showing us around and really listened to what we needed. My dad was in rehab and [name removed] assured us that we would do...
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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3.0
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8 reviews
3.0
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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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Dad passed away in [month removed], while living at Royal Dalton. I and my siblings would give it a high 4 for cleanliness, care, and overall atmosphere. We always found the staff to be courteous,...
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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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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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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They always had 24 hour nurse on the floor. 3 nurses full time on 3 shifts. The food was mediocre but could have changed by now. The kitchen staff continued tried to make food to their liking. The activities...
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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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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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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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Ozello, FL

The average cost of senior living in Ozello is $3,897 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Inglis, FL with an average of $3,007 per month.

Independent living costs in Ozello, FL, vs. state and national averages

Ozello, FL
$3,897/mo
$3,640/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Ozello, FL, vs. other senior living options

$4,762/mo
Independent Living
$3,897/mo

Independent living costs in Ozello, FL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,726/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,743/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,720/mo

Senior living costs in Ozello 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: Ozello, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOzello, FLFloridaU.S.
Independent Living$3,897/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,770/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$4,762/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ozello, FL:$3,897/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ozello, FL:$4,770/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ozello, FL:$4,762/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Ozello

Recent reviews for independent living in Ozello

Highland Place in Inverness, FL

5.0
5 for everything, I like the Highland Place. All of the staff members from the Director, to the Nurse down, and even the chef have been welcoming, accommodating and friendly It's very family oriented there.

Rosecastle of Citrus in Lecanto, FL

4.0
They offer good food and they are accommodating. My only concern is that sometimes mom is wearing other residents clothes. The community is clean and they do offer activities in the morning. The staff are pleasant, helpful and we have good communication with them. A preacher and his wife come ...
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The Grande in Brooksville, FL

4.5
My Aunt is lucky to call The Grande her forever home. The staff treats her as though she is a part of their immediate family. She has made many new friends which we are so happy about, she was socially isolated living home alone. Even though visits are not allowed right now because of the ...
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Ozello independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ozello independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ozello, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ozello independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ozello partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ozello, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.4%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.8%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Ozello independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ozello communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ozello, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.3%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
33%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ozello independent 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 independent living communities in Ozello offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ozello, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.6%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.5%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.1%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
32.5%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.5%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.7%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Reserve at Citrus, Sunflower Springs LLC and Sugarmill Manor Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ozello, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Ozello, Florida. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Ozello, Florida is Vitality Living Spring Hill. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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