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The community is incredible and the staff has been here for a while and you tell. Communication was good between the staff and our family and our family. They kept us well informed and up to date. I would...
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.
Plantation Oaks Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the city of High Springs, Florida in Alachua county. High Springs is located in the northern part of Florida, close to a number of state parks. This locale means that the area is absolutely teeming with interesting types of...
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Cost of independent living in Day, FL

The average cost of senior living in Day is $2,928 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chancey, FL with an average of $2,614 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Day, FL vs. nearby cities

Day, FL
$2,928/mo
$2,919/mo
$3,212/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Day, FL vs. the state and national average

Day, FL
$2,928/mo
$3,974/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Day vs. other types of senior living

$3,232/mo
Independent Living
$2,928/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Day, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,025/mo
Studio
$3,576/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,484/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Day

Recent reviews for independent living in Day

Plantation Oaks Senior Living in High Springs, FL

5.0
My mother lived at this facility for over a year and I loved it for her. Before she wasn't a really happy person at the last facility I had her in but once I put her in Plantation Oaks she was always in a great mood. Always !!! My mom passed away on August 26, 2017, due to complications from a ...
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Canopy at Azalea Grove in Valdosta, GA

4.4
We chose Canopy at Azalea Grove because of the interaction we saw between the staff and the residents. They are so professional and answer absolutely any question you might have in a timely manner. Highly recommend.

The Canopy at Harper Lake in Lake City, FL

4.0
I don't see much activities at the Canopy. The only other experience I've had with dementia facilities was top notch. Mom was at a facility in Jacksonville that was Wonderful. Lots of activities. We picked this community because it was a new facility and close to Mom's home so that her husband ...
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Day independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Day independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Day, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Day independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Day partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Day, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Day independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Day communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Day, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Day independent 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 independent living communities in Day offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Day, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
19.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
15.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.4%
46.1%
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The Canopy at Harper Lake, Canopy at Azalea Grove and Advent Christian Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Day, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 26 independent living facilities near Day, Florida. See the full list.

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