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10 Best Nursing Homes in Townsend, FL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Townsend 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 Townsend, 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 Townsend or another care type is right for you. Browse 46 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Townsend.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ebb, Sirmans and Madison.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Ebb, Sirmans and Madison.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Townsend, FL
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Not sure if they do outside activities like trips to a lake/park like the last facility we were a party of. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
The Canopy at Harper Lake is a beautiful community that embodies excellence in every manner. You will feel right at home in one of our spacious apartments with several different floor plans to choose from to fit your needs. From the activities that our residents participate in, like bingo, nail...
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Most of the staff members at Avalon Healthcare Center has a genuine concern for our loved ones well being. The management team is also easily accessible.
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.
Avalon Healthcare and Rehab is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. We strive to motivate each individual and help to rebuild their independence. Our team consists of Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapists along with our skilled nursing staff available 24/7. Our goal is for each...
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A Great find! A home for any situation. Efficiency to single family type homes. Even manufactured home park. Motel and rv park for visitors. Has it's own shopping center and medical center as well as a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The first thing you’ll notice when you visit Advent Christian Village in north Florida is that it’s not your typical retirement community. It’s a rare place — one that embraces community, celebrates living life to the fullest, and dedicates itself to serving others. Whether your lifestyle is...
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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.
WillowBrook is a privately-owned and operated assisted living community located in Lake City, Florida. WillowBrook provides the highest quality of care for our residents while upholding their independence and integrity. Our trained, compassionate, and dedicated staff create a safe, healthy, and...
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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
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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.
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...
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.
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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.
Oakridge has been in business for 16 years. Staff has over 30 years of combined experience in elder care. We are in the quaint town of Mayo Florida. Our facility is surrounded by majestic oaks, we have a walking path in the back courtyard that allows for outdoor walking. Our side yard features a...
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
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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.
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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
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Townsend, FL
The average cost of senior living in Townsend is $2,982 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mayo, FL with an average of $2,982 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Townsend, FL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Townsend, FL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Townsend
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Townsend
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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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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Avalon Healthcare Center in Lake City, FL
4.0
From my conversation with my loved one, the nursing care seems to fine. He is just eager to get back home. When he has to come to Avalon it is because he is usually in not in the best condition. The staff though, they have been cool so far.
Townsend nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Townsend nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Townsend, 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 Townsend 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 Townsend that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Townsend, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.6%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Townsend 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 Townsend Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Townsend, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
23.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.6%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Townsend 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 Townsend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Townsend, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.9%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Townsend 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 Townsend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Townsend, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
5.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Townsend 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 Townsend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Townsend, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.5%
0.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.5%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
5.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
0.4%
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The Canopy at Harper Lake, Avalon Healthcare Center and Mayflower ALF are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Townsend, Florida. See full list of communities.
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