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Photo of Life Care Ctr of Citrus County
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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5 star
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4 star
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1 star
11%
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Wife has been there for a few years. Staff are great. Keeps her busy. She seem to like it. And has her favorite staff she visits.. daily
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Haven House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living and memory care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to Alzheimer’s care and...
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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.
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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.
Harbor House is an assisted living community located in Dunnellon, FL, the heart of horse country. Nestled in a virtual jungle of tropical trees, Harbor House is a great place to sit outside and just absorb the majesty of the nature. Nearby parks and nature preserves truly make Harbor House an...
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44 Floor plans available
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My brother lives here .The staff truly do care about their residents here . They get daily care at top rate. I recommend this facility to any loved one looking for a place to live. The facility is very...
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Harbor House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to assisted living care in the...
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Cost of assisted living in Vista, FL

The average cost of senior living in Vista is $3,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Branford, FL with an average of $3,062 per month.

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

Vista, FL
$3,856/mo
$3,925/mo

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

Vista, FL
$3,856/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,856/mo
$3,906/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,886/mo
Studio
$4,809/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,100/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,540/mo

Senior living costs in Vista 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: Vista, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVista, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,856/mo$3,893/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,906/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,675/mo$3,981/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Vista, FL:$3,856/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Vista, FL:$3,906/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Vista, FL:$3,675/mo
Florida:$3,981/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Vista, FL, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Vista, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Vista 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
Vista, FL$4,983/mo$5,003/mo-0.4%
Florida$4,519/mo$4,316/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Vista, FL
2024 average cost:$4,983/mo
2023 average cost:$5,003/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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 Vista, 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 Vista.

What families are saying about assisted living in Vista

Recent reviews for assisted living in Vista

Brentwood Retirement Community in Lecanto, FL

3.9
The community is very nice. I feel relieved knowing she is taken care of and is starting to get acclimated. I would highly recommend this community to others. The only thing I think could improve is the variety of food offered.

Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Memory Care in Gainesville, FL

5.0
The staff and everything about our experience here has been great. My mom is doing very well - even experiencing the declines that she is having, overall her physical health has improved and she is in really good spirits. I would definitely recommend Hunter Crossing Place to others who are ...
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Sunflower Springs LLC in Homosassa, FL

5.0
Definitely a 5 in all categories. Staff is always responsive to my questions, attentive to my mother's concerns and wishes, and the food is very good. My mom is encouraged to participate in activities but as a whole, she prefers the company of the staff.

Vista review score based on 50 family reviews

6.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 50 reviews of 30 Vista assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Vista 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

Vista review score compared against nearby cities

6.5
Vista, FL30 facilities
7.2
Chiefland, FL58 facilities
3.0
Horseshoe Beach, FL12 facilities

Review subcategories for Vista 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 50 reviews of 30 Vista assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Vista 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.
Vista, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Vista assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vista assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vista, 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 Vista 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 Vista that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Vista, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Vista 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 Vista Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Vista, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vista 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 Vista partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vista, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
43.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Vista 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 Vista communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vista, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vista 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 Vista offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vista, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Vista

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 Vista protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Reserve at Citrus, The Gables of Gainesville and Charter Senior Living of Gainesville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Vista, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 40 assisted living facilities near Vista, Florida. See the full list.
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