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10 Best Nursing Homes in West Bay, FL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a West Bay 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 West Bay, 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 West Bay or another care type is right for you. Browse 34 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in West Bay.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bid-A-Wee, Florida Beach and Baker.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Santa Rosa Beach, Miller Bend and Blue Gulf Beach.

Nursing Homes Facilities near West Bay, FL

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Last Updated: 10/3/24
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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: 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: 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.
Photo of Boswell Manor LLC
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.
Photo of Washington Rehab and Nursing
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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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.
Our Home at Beacon Hill - An Assisted Living Facility in Paradise Our unique facility provides a caring and loving home. Our residents are part of a community focused on dignity, respect and purpose for individuals and couples. Our home is a beautiful, safe and active community that promotes...
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.
Photo of Emerald Coast Health 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.
Photo of White Sands Manor
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 West Bay, FL

The average cost of senior living in West Bay is $4,386 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westville, FL with an average of $3,067 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Bay, FL vs. nearby cities

West Bay, FL
$4,386/mo
$4,919/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Bay, FL vs. the state and national average

West Bay, FL
$4,386/mo
$4,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Bay vs. other types of senior living

$4,386/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,386/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in West Bay, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,789/mo
Studio
$4,600/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,893/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,619/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,295/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in West Bay over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in West Bay

Recent reviews for nursing homes in West Bay

Sodalis DeFuniak Springs

4.8
Sodalis is a great place! My grandmas health and energy has improved. They really care about the residents. They always have some kind of activity throughout the day. They schedule weekly Walmart trips and other outings periodically. They have a very nice doctor that comes in to see the ...
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Bayport of Fort Walton Beach

4.9
What has really stood out to us and what we really like most about the Bayport of Fort Walton Beach community is he overall friendliness of the staff. We would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach

5.0
My mom moved into Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach about a year ago. Her health as greatly improved because of the excellent nursing care that is provided here. She hasn’t been this happy in a long time! They always have something going on to help keep her engaged and active. Best ...
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West Bay nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Bay nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Bay, 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 West Bay 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 West Bay 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
44.1%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.1%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.1%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Bay 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 West Bay Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Bay, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Bay 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 West Bay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Bay, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Bay 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 West Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Bay, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Bay 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 West Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Bay, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.2%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Panama City, The Opal at Bluewater Bay and Bayport of Fort Walton Beach are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near West Bay, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 34 nursing homes facilities near West Bay, Florida. See the full list.

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