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10 Best Nursing Homes in Phifer, FL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Phifer 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 Phifer, 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 Phifer or another care type is right for you. Browse 14 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Phifer.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lincoln Estates.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hollister, Martin and Hampton.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Phifer, FL

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Last Updated: 12/25/24
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Gainesville
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44 Floor plans available
8.8
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38 reviews
8.8
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38 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
37%
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5%
2 star
11%
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3%
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We chose this facility because of the location. ratings and cost. The staff have been very responsive to family. One challenge has been coordinating medication management with the facility's doctor who...
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.
Full Days, Full HeartsLife is lived to the fullest here. In fact, each day brings a brand new list of activities that add to life’s richness in some way, with dementia-friendly activities chosen for our memory care residents. Each day also brings time spent with a community of seniors who are...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Memory Care
88 Photos available
8.0
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8 reviews
8.0
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8 reviews
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87%
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13%
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From our very first communication with [name removed] we impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and warmth. We have found that extends to executive staff, clinical staff, activities, maintenance and...
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.
Hunters Crossing Place - Memory Care is an exceptional Alzheimer's and dementia care community in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida but is so much more than just another college town. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America as well...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Assisted Living
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7.0
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18 reviews
7.0
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18 reviews
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17%
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I would tell a friend: 1. I really like the residents as they all look out for each other. (2 of them told the nurse about my brother's toe but the nurse did nothing - she kept saying I'll call the doctor)...
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.
Hunters Crossing Place - Assisted Living provides exceptional assisted living services in Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has been ranked as the #1 place to live in North America and one of the 'best places to live and play.' Home to the University of Florida, Gainesville is more than a college...
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Our loved one came to Palm Garden from another community and our experience has been so much more positive. The cleanliness of Palm Garden has really stood out to our family as well as the attentiveness from...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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My loved one was previously a resident at North Florida Special Care Center and the overall experience was good for him there. Based on our experience, I would recommend North Florida Special Care Center to...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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The grounds are poorly maintained and it’s kitchen is bad. Overall it shows its age but is still quite nice.. Gainesville is a college town poorly policed, and it lacks many of big box shopping like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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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: 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 Phifer, FL

The average cost of senior living in Phifer is $4,645 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Interlachen, FL with an average of $2,534 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Phifer, FL vs. nearby cities

Phifer, FL
$4,645/mo
$4,937/mo
$4,488/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Phifer, FL vs. the state and national average

Phifer, FL
$4,645/mo
$4,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Phifer vs. other types of senior living

$4,645/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,645/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Phifer, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,240/mo
Studio
$5,780/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,057/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Phifer over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Phifer

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Phifer

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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Charter Senior Living of Gainesville

4.8
The entire staff was friendly, helpful, answered questions and helped to make my sister comfortable. My sister seems to have adjusted well to the facility thanks to everyone’s efforts. They do not hesitate to contact me if my sister requests it.

The Gables of Gainesville

4.3
I am so happy the legacy therapist were & are here to work with me. I came here with having broken femur bone of my left leg. I am able to be quite independent, caregivers have been very helpful.

Phifer nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Phifer nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Phifer, 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 Phifer 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 Phifer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Phifer, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
62.5%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
62.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
62.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Phifer 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 Phifer Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Phifer, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Phifer 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 Phifer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Phifer, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Phifer 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 Phifer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Phifer, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Phifer 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 Phifer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Phifer, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
0.4%
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There are 14 nursing homes facilities near Phifer, Florida. See the full list.

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