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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Ellison Adult Family Care HomeEllison Adult Family Care Home is a residential care home located in the quaint city of Ocala, Florida, in Marion County. Our vibrant community is located in the exclusive subdivision of Marion Oaks. Ocala is an inviting and lively city offering many choices for fun...
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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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The person in charge of the food comes out and mingles with the residents. He asks them for their opinion and if there is anything he could improve. The staff are conscientious, kind, warm and loving. 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.
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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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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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: 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.
Autumn Village is an assisted living community located at the base of Milton, outside Fife. We are surrounded by lavish landscaping and mature trees that will make you feel peaceful. There are also restaurants, shopping malls and freeway access nearby. Milton is a great place to visit or even...
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My parents started out in a [Removed] but after my Dad died, my mom moved to the [Removed]. I cannot stress enough how much we loved the Cloisters. Everyone there is friendly and helpful. The food is great....
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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Our gated community is on 14 acres in a park-like setting. We provide local transportation and housekeeping every other week at no cost. We have fully equipped kitchens, washers and dryers in every unit. Beauty shop and country store for your convenience. Rehabilitative services are provided on...
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Canterfield of Ocala is Ocala's premier senior community! We will offer 91 assisted living units, as well as independent living villas. Luxury is our standard! Each unit has crown moldings, granite counter tops, beautiful ceramic tile floors and luxurious carpet with ample room for your treasured...
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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: 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: 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: 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
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.
To experience assisted living with a difference, come to Ashford Court at Marsh Landing. The Ashford Court family believes in individualized services offered in a caring residential environment. Key to the ongoing success of this community are the concepts of recognizing the individual in order...

Cost of assisted living in Hunter, FL

The average cost of senior living in Hunter is $3,982 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crescent City, FL with an average of $3,245 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hunter, FL, vs. nearby cities

Hunter, FL
$3,982/mo
$3,922/mo

Assisted living costs in Hunter, FL, vs. state and national averages

Hunter, FL
$3,982/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Hunter, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,982/mo
$4,354/mo

Assisted living costs in Hunter, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,806/mo
Private
$3,400/mo
Studio
$4,618/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,730/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,580/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,275/mo

Senior living costs in Hunter 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: Hunter, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHunter, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,982/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,354/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,133/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hunter, FL:$3,982/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Hunter, FL:$4,354/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hunter, FL:$4,133/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hunter, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hunter 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.

Hunter, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Hunter, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hunter 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
Hunter, FL$4,837/mo$4,630/mo+4.5%
Florida$4,519/mo$4,316/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Hunter, FL
2024 average cost:$4,837/mo
2023 average cost:$4,630/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,519/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hunter, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Hunter.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hunter

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hunter

Elan Buena Vista in The Villages, FL

5.0
We chose this community because out of the ones that we looked into for my friend, this one was the best. The room sizes are good and spacious. I have eaten here and the food is very good, they have a lot of variety. I would recommend Elan Buena Vista to a friend or family member.

Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Aventine at DeLand in De Land, FL

5.0
I cannot say enough about this community. My dad likes this community more each day. The housekeeping and dining room staff are friendly. I think the food is excellent. They have amenities such as a heated pool and a full clubhouse. The community is one of the cleanest place I have seen. They ...
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Hunter review score based on 959 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 959 reviews of 169 Hunter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hunter 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

Hunter review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Hunter, FL169 facilities
8.5
Palatka, FL215 facilities
8.2
Interlachen, FL179 facilities

Review subcategories for Hunter 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 959 reviews of 169 Hunter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hunter 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.
Hunter, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.0
Friendliness
4.3
4.1
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Hunter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hunter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hunter, 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 Hunter 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 Hunter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hunter, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.4%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hunter 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 Hunter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hunter, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hunter 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 Hunter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hunter, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Hunter 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 Hunter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hunter, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.6%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hunter 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 Hunter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hunter, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hunter

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hunter protect seniors.
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Vintage Care of Palatka, Benton House at Oakleaf and AdviniaCare at Paddock Ridge are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Hunter, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 210 assisted living facilities near Hunter, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Hunter, Florida are Benton House at Oakleaf, Grand Villa of DeLand and Grand Villa of Palm Coast. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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