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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wacissa, FL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Wacissa 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 Wacissa, 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 Wacissa or another care type is right for you. Browse 25 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Wacissa.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Four Points.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Spray, Jarrett and Aucilla.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Wacissa, FL
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9.6
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42 reviews
I feel that adding one or two more staff (CNAs) would bring everything up to a "5". We love Brookdale Centre Pointe Boulevard . The nurses on staff are wonderful.
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.
Building Your Best LifeMemory care doesn’t have to mean giving up on having a great quality of life. Instead, it can mean spending days exploring hobbies both old and new, exercising to stay strong mentally and physically, and enjoying life with a luxurious backdrop. That’s what you or your loved...
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9.4
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46 reviews
Mom likes the smaller size of the facility and the friendliness of staff. More personal care. I would recommend Opal to others in a similar situation.
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.
A Great Place to UpgradeIt’s time to upgrade your senior living situation. Retirement should be spent doing interesting things with interesting people, not doing chores and living an isolated life at home. As one of our residents, you’ll have access to a redefined independence. You’ll be living...
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9.4
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12 reviews
We have not yet been inside the community due to COVID, but we really liked how friendly the staff was, they were very accommodating to us, and they seemed to really care about the residents there. We have...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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9.1
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23 reviews
I love the fact that they have a reception desk with somebody who staffed there from early morning until early evening. They are the first impression and they said a very fine standard for how the place...
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.
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore in Tallahassee is a community, made up of individual threads, all woven together with purpose and skill. As a skilled artist can tell an entire story by weaving those threads together, ours are people...nurses, caregivers, doctors, therapists, community leaders,...
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8.8
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25 reviews
I would say a 5 for each of those catgeories. The care and cleanliness has improved substantially since the YourLife management took over from Capital Square. We were not unhappy before but there are more...
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.
Positioned in Tallahassee, Florida, Capital Square at Tallahassee is devoted to residents with impaired memory, offering a unique holistic program designed to celebrate life with residents, while maintaining their safety and comfort.Our Inspiritás “neighborhood” is secured for resident safety yet...
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8.5
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23 reviews
It is memory care and the staff keep you informed of issues as they occur and they will occur. Never during a visit, it always happens at night or early am - the staff will inform you as soon as things are...
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.
At The Gables of Tallahassee residents and their guests enjoy elegant living rooms, a library, salon, spa, hobby rooms, restaurant-style meals in a well-appointed dining room and the lovely weather on our porches and patios. We offer apartments with a variety of floor plans, the convenience of...
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8.4
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29 reviews
I just want to publicly thank [name removed] , the Executive Director, for all the timely updates she shares with residents' family members, both during challenging times (like pending hurricanes!) and in...
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.
Situated on a historic canopy road of majestic oak trees, St. Augustine Plantation is a warm, friendly, and relaxed senior living community located near Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and CRMC Urgent Care as well as Governor’s Square Mall, Midtown Shopping and...
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7.9
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11 reviews
Sodalis Tallahassee is such a beautiful community. My grandmother has lived at Sodalis for a year. The staff are patient and kind. The Residents are happy and enjoy engaging in the daily activities.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Our loved one has been in and out of Westminster Oaks for rehab and we are not madly in love with this community but they are taking much better care of her than the community she normally stays at. They...
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.
Ideally located on a beautifully wooded campus in Florida's capital city of Tallahassee, Westminster Oaks combines established neighborhoods of detached villas with the comfort and luxury of mid-rise and garden apartment homes. All residences feature the highest quality construction, smart...
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3.0
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15 reviews
Azalea Gardens has been a blessing for my mom and our family. Not knowing what to expect when mom became a resident, my family and my mom have been very happy with Azalea Gardens. The staff has been...
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.
At Azalea Gardens in Tallahassee, you’ll experience southern hospitality on a whole new level. Here, we devote ourselves exclusively to the care of those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Located in the vibrant university town and the state capital of Tallahassee, Florida,...
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The staff is just wonderful, they work hard to make the family happy and the resident as well. The rooms are wonderful and are everything they need. The food smells good and my mother-in-law says it's...
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.
At Tapestry Walden, it's all about you.We are delighted that you are interested in Tapestry Senior Living Walden. The area’s NEWEST assisted living and memory care community.At Tapestry, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional living. Our beautiful community offers you an array of...
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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 Wacissa, FL
The average cost of senior living in Wacissa is $4,715 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lee, FL with an average of $3,433 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wacissa, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wacissa, FL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Wacissa, FL by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Wacissa
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wacissa
Tapestry Senior Living Walden in Tallahassee, FL
5.0
This is a gorgeous community with an excellent staff. I'd reccomend it to anyone I know.
Woodmont Senior Living in Tallahassee, FL
3.7
All of the staff members that we came in contact with at Pacifica Senior Living Woodmont were pleasant and accommodating. The only complaints we had was the quality of the food, housekeeping was very poor and the community is showing its age but they were in process of updating the apartments ...
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Sodalis Tallahassee Assisted Living
5.0
[Name removed] was extremely courteous and helpful. Her professionalism is amazing. She gave us a wonderful tour of the whole facility and introduced us to many staff members. [Name removed]was also very helpful and I was very impressed. [Name removed] introduced herself to us and asked my ...
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Wacissa nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wacissa nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wacissa, 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 Wacissa 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 Wacissa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wacissa, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wacissa 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 Wacissa Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wacissa, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.8%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wacissa 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 Wacissa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wacissa, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wacissa 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 Wacissa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wacissa, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wacissa 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 Wacissa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wacissa, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
68.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Centre Pointe Boulevard, The Opal on Hermitage and Sodalis Tallahassee Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Wacissa, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 25 nursing homes facilities near Wacissa, Florida. See the full list.
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