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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dorcas, FL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dorcas nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dorcas, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dorcas or another care type is right for you. Browse 16 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dorcas.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dorcas, FL

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22 Floor plans available
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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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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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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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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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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: Nursing Homes
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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
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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: Nursing Homes
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Dorcas, FL

The average cost of senior living in Dorcas is $3,749 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pine Level, FL with an average of $2,963 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Dorcas, FL, vs. nearby cities

Dorcas, FL
$3,749/mo
$4,119/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dorcas, FL, vs. state and national averages

Dorcas, FL
$3,749/mo
$4,276/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dorcas, FL, vs. other senior living options

$3,875/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,749/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dorcas, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,998/mo
Studio
$4,033/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,300/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,800/mo

Senior living costs in Dorcas vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dorcas, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorcas, FLFloridaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,749/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,905/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,875/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,604/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Dorcas, FL:$3,749/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Dorcas, FL:$3,905/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Dorcas, FL:$3,875/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dorcas, FL:$3,604/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Dorcas, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Dorcas 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Dorcas, FL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Dorcas 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dorcas, FL$3,822/mo$4,098/mo-6.7%
Florida$4,078/mo$4,027/mo+1.3%
National$4,904/mo$4,812/mo+1.9%
Dorcas, FL
2024 average cost:$3,822/mo
2023 average cost:$4,098/mo
Percent change:-6.7%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,078/mo
2023 average cost:$4,027/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,904/mo
2023 average cost:$4,812/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Dorcas

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dorcas

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.

Dorcas nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorcas nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorcas, 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 Dorcas nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dorcas 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
44.4%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.8%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.2%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorcas nursing homes

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 Dorcas Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorcas, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorcas nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dorcas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorcas, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorcas nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dorcas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorcas, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorcas nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dorcas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorcas, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sodalis DeFuniak Springs, Twin Cities Pavilion and Superior Residences of Niceville are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dorcas, Florida. See full list of communities.
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