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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dorcas, FL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dorcas nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dorcas, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dorcas or another care type is right for you. Browse 16 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dorcas.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Cannon Town, Nubbin Ridge and Galliver.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Cannon Town, Nubbin Ridge and Galliver.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Dorcas, FL
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12 reviews
There could be improvements with the care staff and the meals/dining, even though we, and our mom have no complaints about either, but there is always room for improvement. As a matter of fact, my sister has...
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.
Likened to finding a rare treasure, you really must discover the beauty of Stanley House. It lies beyond the walls and decor. The team of exceptional service and care providers has been assembled. They have been carefully screened for exemplary credentials. Simply put, it takes a special person...
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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
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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.
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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Things seem to be going very well at Crestview Manor! My loved one has settled in well, and I haven't heard a single negative word from any of my family members! The place seemed very clean and well kept...
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
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of nursing homes in Dorcas, FL
The average cost of senior living in Dorcas is $3,749 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pine Level, FL with an average of $2,963 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dorcas, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dorcas, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dorcas
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dorcas
Sodalis DeFuniak Springs
4.8
Sodalis is a great place! My grandmas health and energy has improved. They really care about the residents. They always have some kind of activity throughout the day. They schedule weekly Walmart trips and other outings periodically. They have a very nice doctor that comes in to see the ...
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The Opal at Bluewater Bay in Niceville, FL
5.0
Brookdale was a fabulous facility with really caring staff members and nursing. It is small and a great deal of attention is provided to their residence. It was a great final place for my mom to be before she passed away.
Superior Residences of Niceville
4.0
What our family likes the most about the Superior Residences of Niceville community is the staff members. They are great and provided excellent communication. The community is also very clean and very well kept.
Dorcas nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorcas nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorcas, 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 Dorcas nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dorcas 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
44.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
22.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dorcas nursing homes
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 Dorcas Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorcas, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorcas nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dorcas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorcas, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorcas nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dorcas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorcas nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dorcas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Sodalis DeFuniak Springs and Twin Cities Pavilion are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dorcas, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 16 nursing homes facilities near Dorcas, Florida. See the full list.
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