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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Destin, FL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Destin, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Destin or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Destin.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Destin for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 10 assisted living facilities in the Destin area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Fort Walton Beach, Freeport and Niceville.
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9.7
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22 reviews
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...
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 assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
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9.4
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24 reviews
I would rate everything a 5 except for the food. I was frequently there with my mom for breakfast and lunch and my brother for dinner. The food left a lot to be desired. I would rate it a 2 - and that...
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.
Locally owned and managed by SRI, LLC who have 30 communities in their portfolio. This one of kind community in Fort Walton Beach brings a new concept to senior living. The concepts has 4 buildings at which each are connected by an interior hall and can be also entered from exterior. Inside...
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8.1
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22 reviews
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...
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.
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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7.1
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34 reviews
The staff is very caring and you could tell that they loved my dad. Some of them attended my dad's funeral nearly 2 hours away.
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.
If you’re ready to enjoy life and leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else, then our community on Florida’s Emerald Coast, in Destin, is ready and waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Thank you for the outstanding care you gave mymother. I have never witnessed such outstandingservice in an assisted living facility. Keep up theexcellent work!' Will R.Bee Hive Homes of Niceville is locally owned and operated and has been in operation for 6 years. The franchise, which originally...
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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: 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Destin, FL
The average cost of senior living in Destin is $4,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garcon Point, FL with an average of $3,881 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Destin, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Destin, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Destin vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Destin, FL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Destin over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Destin, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Destin
Recent reviews for assisted living in Destin
Brookdale Destin
4.1
My only negative comment is that the management, while doing a lot to help my Mom and we're very grateful to them, were a little pushy about trying to get my Mom to stay there, rather than leave and go to her home in Wisconsin, where she is now and is very happy. I understand they need and want ...
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Bayport of Fort Walton Beach
5.0
My mom is currently a resident at Bayport of Fort Walton Beach and the experience has been great. Everyone is really friendly at this facility. The housekeeping is good. I would recommend Bayport of Fort Walton Beach to others.
Meridian at Westwood in Fort Walton Beach, FL
4.6
We gave the overall experience a 4 because of the many staff changes. However, what we like the most about the Meridian at Westwood is the friendliness of the staff and we would recommend them to other families.
Destin review score based on 40 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 7 Destin assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Destin 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
Destin review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Destin 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 40 reviews of 7 Destin assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Destin 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.Destin, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Destin assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Destin assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Destin, 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 Destin 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 Destin 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
57.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
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
85.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
57.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
85.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Destin 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 Destin Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Destin, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Destin 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 Destin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
71.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Destin 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 Destin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Destin, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Destin 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 Destin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
71.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
71.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
85.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Destin
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 Destin protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Bayport of Fort Walton Beach and Meridian at Westwood are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Destin, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Destin, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Destin, Florida is Meridian at Westwood. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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