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10 Best Nursing Homes in Vernon, FL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Vernon 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 Vernon, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Vernon, FL

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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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31 reviews
9.8
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31 reviews
5 star
62%
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Our loved one seems to be happy there, and that is what is important. Oh yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. I know a handful of people whose...
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.
Find Your Perfect Senior Living LifestyleRemember that retirement lifestyle you used to dream about? It’s not too late to find it, and we have just the place to do it. At our premier assisted living community, seniors trade cares and stress that comes from homeownership for a relaxed lifestyle...
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Photo of The Opal at Bluewater Bay
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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9.7
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22 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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My Dad was welcomed by friendly, caring, professional Staff! Everyone went above and beyond the normal to make my Dad feel welcome and wanted in his new apartment. I cannot thank the staff enough, from the...
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.
Our assisted living community, located in Niceville, Fla., a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Destin, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, art and other creative projects, lively meals,...
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Photo of The Landing
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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17 reviews
9.6
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17 reviews
5 star
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Overall, I was happy with my mom's care. Like all facilities, they struggled at times with staffing. Some of the ratings of 4 were because I wasn't there enough to fully observe all the daily activities....
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.
Introducing Panama City Beache's only stand-alone memory care community.Seagrass Village is nestled on 22 acres of lush preserve in Panama City Beach, Florida. We are just minutes from casual and fine dining, shopping, and medical clinics. Additionally, we are a five minute drive to the most...
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2525 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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34 reviews
9.4
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34 reviews
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I would say all 5s. We are very happy. My momma is very happy. It is expensive but compared to the others in the area it seems comparable. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend Superior...
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.
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77 Photos available
9.3
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9 reviews
9.3
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9 reviews
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When it comes to the activities and value for cost - that is to new to evaluate. However, what I like the most about The Terrace's is that they have quality cottages, I feel like I did when I was at my home,...
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 Terrace at Grove Park Located in the charming city of Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, The Terrace at Grove Park is an assisted living community where you can feel safe and cared in a dignified environment. Known as 'The Peanut Capital of the World', Dothan is an active city, with many...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach
1111 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.8
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20 reviews
8.8
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20 reviews
5 star
80%
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15%
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5%
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The care given by the caregivers is above and beyond excellent. The facility treats patients as if they were relatives. They have activities keeping patients active. I am pleased and relieved having selected...
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.
Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach is an independent, assisted living and memory care community. Whether it is the independent living villas; the roomy assisted living apartments; or the specialized Legacy memory care neighborhood, Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach provides a...
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Photo of Sodalis DeFuniak Springs
1414 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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12 reviews
8.5
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12 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
42%
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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
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.
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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Photo of Madison Heights/Kelley Place Memory Care Communities
2222 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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13 reviews
8.4
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13 reviews
5 star
54%
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Kelly's place has been a great experience so far! My mom is settled in & we get to FaceTime & she her on Facebook with activities. I would recommend to another family seeking a home for their loved one
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.
Madison Heights/Kelley PlaceMadison Heights/Kelley Place is a residential care home located in the serene and tranquil town of Enterprise, in the southeastern part of Coffee County, and the southwestern part of Dale County, in Alabama. Our picturesque town has a rich heritage and beautiful...
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Photo of Somerby of Santa Rosa Beach
2323 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
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14 reviews
8.2
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14 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
21%
3 star
0%
2 star
7%
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This community is the best in the area! As a nurse myself I have toured all of the communities and chose to put my mom in here because staffing was great, food was delicious (really good food), the...
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.
Imagine yourself in a sparkling new community that’s just minutes from the beach, shopping, entertainment venues, and restaurants. That’s what you’ll find at Somerby Santa Rosa Beach. This community also features a partnership with the Sacred Heart Health System to offer a variety of health...
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Photo of Superior Residences of Niceville
1818 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.1
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22 reviews
8.1
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22 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
41%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
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14%
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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
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.
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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Photo of Twin Cities Pavilion
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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.
Photo of Brookdale Destin
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
34 reviews
7.5
Review score
34 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
35%
3 star
3%
2 star
12%
1 star
3%
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The staff is very caring and you could tell that they loved my dad. Some of them attended my dad's funeral nearly 2 hours away.
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.
If you’re ready to enjoy life and leave the housekeeping, laundry and daily chores to someone else, then our community on Florida’s Emerald Coast, in Destin, is ready and waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences...
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We are very happy with Summer’s Landing! The staff are helpful, understanding and caring. They take a personal interest in their residents and family members. They have already improved by having medical...
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.
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Somerset was wonderful to our family. We did have to end up moving them out because this facility is assisted living only and my mom needed memory care. We were never disappointed with the food and they had...
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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2.0
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2.0
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4 reviews
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3 star
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2 star
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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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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
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
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
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.
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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.
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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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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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Vernon, FL

The average cost of senior living in Vernon is $4,524 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caryville, FL with an average of $3,067 per month.

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

Vernon, FL
$4,524/mo

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

Vernon, FL
$4,524/mo
$4,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$4,524/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,524/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,866/mo
Studio
$5,010/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,882/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,634/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,295/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Vernon over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Vernon

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Vernon

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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Charter Senior Living of Panama City Beach

5.0
place is spacious and open compared to others but still a shock when you have to downsize. food staff, activities, housekeeping and all is adequate considering the amount of people and the care they require.. the price is a shock no matter what to person who has always paid their own way in life ...
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Brookdale Panama City

5.0
The staff at Brookdale was very kind and took care of our grandmother until the end. During her time there she enjoyed the meals and friends she did make. The nurses were very helpful. We always felt like we could ask them questions

Vernon nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vernon nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vernon, 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 Vernon 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 Vernon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Vernon, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.8%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
31.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.8%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Vernon 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 Vernon Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Vernon, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.9%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vernon 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 Vernon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vernon, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Vernon 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 Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vernon, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vernon 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 Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vernon, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
0.4%
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Brookdale Panama City, The Opal at Bluewater Bay and The Landing are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Vernon, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 73 nursing homes facilities near Vernon, Florida. See the full list.

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