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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ocean City, FL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Ocean City, 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 Ocean City or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Ocean City.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Ocean City for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 6 assisted living facilities in the Ocean City 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 Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Niceville.
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9.3
Review score
178 reviews
Friendly and accommodating. They all really want to see the residents comfortable and their needs taken care of. Very approachable for any reason.
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.
Meridian at Westwood provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
Review score
33 reviews
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.
Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach is an elegant assisted living and memory care community in southern Okaloosa County, Florida. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting near the Emerald Coast along the northern Gulf of Mexico, Belvedere Commons is a warm, vibrant and supportive...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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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7.0
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19 reviews
We picked this community, because it was close to my house, I liked that it's secure-locked doors, and it was smaller. There are some things that they stated that they would provide, but they couldn't do...
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.
When you’re ready to enjoy your well-deserved retirement and leave the laundry, housekeeping and daily chores to someone else, our community in Fort Walton Beach, on Florida’s magnificent Emerald Coast, is waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing...
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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, 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 Ocean City, FL
The average cost of senior living in Ocean City is $4,225 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pine Level, FL with an average of $2,945 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ocean City, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ocean City, FL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ocean City vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ocean City, FL by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ocean City, FL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ocean City
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ocean City
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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Navarre Gardens
5.0
Great place for your family member. Great staff and amazing management. They were so kind to us and helpful. Thanks to the amazing staff members who helped my grandma and I while we were there. It was a great place to see
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.
Ocean City review score based on 45 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 45 reviews of 6 Ocean City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ocean City 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
Ocean City review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ocean City 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 45 reviews of 6 Ocean City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ocean City 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.Ocean City, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Ocean City assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocean City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocean City, 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 Ocean City 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 Ocean City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ocean City, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
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
83.3%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ocean City 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 Ocean City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ocean City, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ocean City 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 Ocean City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ocean City, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean City 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 Ocean City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ocean City, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
66.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean City 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 Ocean City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ocean City, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ocean City
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 Ocean City protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Bayport of Fort Walton Beach and Navarre Gardens North are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ocean City, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 6 assisted living facilities near Ocean City, Florida. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Ocean City, Florida is Meridian at Westwood. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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