The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lake City, FL for 2023

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Lake City, FL

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Grand Cypress Assisted Living Facility

Provides: Assisted Living
970 SW Pinemount Road, Lake City, FL 32024
"Grande Cypress Assisted Living is a member of the Circle of Life Communities of assisted living facilities. Located on the stunning and serene Jewel Lake in Lake City, FL, Grande Cypress is sure to..." More

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WillowBrook Assisted Living

Provides: Assisted Living
1580 S. Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL 32025
"The tour with WillowBrook Assisted Living was very good. The man took us on a tour and I think he spent an hour and a half with us. He was very, very informational. He was the director. It's very..." More

Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Veterans' Domic...

Provides: Assisted Living
751 SE Sycamore Terrace, Lake City, FL 32025
"My dad has moved to the Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Veterans' Domiciliary Home and it's been great. It's a state-run facility, if you're looking for a place that's strictly for veterans, it's a great..." More

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The Canopy at Harper Lake

Provides: Assisted Living
213 NW Gleason Dr, Lake City, FL 32055
"The Canopy at Harper Lake community is developed to high standards of safety and hospitality. Our facility is specifically designed to meet the needs of all of our residents. Our location was..." More

WillowCreek Assisted Living & Memory ...

Provides: Assisted Living
507 NW HALL OF FAME DRIVE, Lake City, FL 32055
"Stillwaters is an excellent assisted living community. Residents at stillwaters are treated with dignity and respect by a caring and compassionate staff. Activities are provided that do far more..." More

Plantation (THE)

Provides: Assisted Living
147 SW SUMMERS LANE, Lake City, FL 32025
"My brother was a resident in this facility for a few years. The staff appeared very warm and concerned, nevertheless, he died of neglect after contracting a cold which turned into pneumonia and..." More

Eastside Care

Provides: Assisted Living
152 Defender Ave, Lake City, FL 32025
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    What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lake City

    Located in north-central Florida, Lake City's population is 12,163, 20 percent of whom are seniors. As a result, the city is home to four assisted living facilities, with another one nearby.

    The Florida Department of Elder Affairs defines an assisted living facility, or ALF, as a residential care facility that provides housing, meals and personal care services to its residents. ALFs operating in Florida must obtain a standard license. They can also acquire up to three specialty licenses, including extended congregate care, limited nursing services and limited mental health, which allow them to extend their services.

    Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lake City

    • Lake City's location in north-central Florida results in hot, muggy summer months, which are also the rainiest months of the year. Average high temperatures reach 90 degrees in June, July and August. Winter months in Lake City are pleasant, with high temperatures in the mid- and upper 60s, which can be appealing to seniors looking to escape cold and snowy winters.

    • Lake City boasts a low cost of living that's about 14 percent less than the national average. Housing costs, in particular, are an impressive 42 percent lower than average, making the area an affordable option for seniors.

    • Crime rates are high in Lake City, which may be a concern for  seniors. There's a 1 in 14 chance of being the victim of a violent crime in Lake City, compared to 1 in 37 in Florida as a whole. Similarly, property crime rates soar in Lake City, where they are higher than national and state averages.
    • The Lake City area is home to world-class medical facilities, including the Lake City Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

    • Seniors in Lake City can access the Find a Ride Florida program, which connects in-need seniors with safe transportation options.

    • Lake City has an array of community resources for seniors, including Columbia County Senior Services, an organization that offers recreational opportunities, support groups and transportation for seniors, as well as one senior center.


    Paying for Assisted Living in Lake City

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in Florida

    $4,478.00 Gainesville
    $4,275.00 Fleming Island
    $4,000.00 US
    $3,500.00 Middleburg
    $3,500.00 Lake City
    $3,109.00 Live Oak
    $3,000.00 Hilliard
    $2,750.00 High Springs

    Assisted Living costs in Lake City start around $3,500 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

    It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Lake City and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

    Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lake City

    Eligible seniors in Lake City can secure funding for assisted living facility expenses through two state programs. First, the need-based Optional State Supplementation program provides a monthly stipend to income-eligible seniors. Second, the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program is a two-pronged program that includes the Long-Term Care Managed Care Program and Managed Medical Assistance Program. Both of these programs are available to Medicaid-eligible seniors who qualify.

    Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.

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    More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

    While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

    • Veterans Benefits
    • Life Insurance Policy
    • Long-Term Care Insurance
    • Reverse Mortgage

    For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.


    Free Assisted Living Resources in Lake City

    Lake City and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

    To see a list of free assisted living resources in Lake City, please visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.


    Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lake City

    Lake City-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.

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    Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Lake City

    • Review of Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Veterans' Domiciliary Home

      My dad has moved to the Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Veterans' Domiciliary Home and it's been great. It's a state-run facility, if you're looking for a place that's strictly for veterans, it's a great pla... Read more

      Sean
    • Review of WillowBrook Assisted Living

      The tour with WillowBrook Assisted Living was very good. The man took us on a tour and I think he spent an hour and a half with us. He was very, very informational. He was the director. It's very n... Read more

      Roberta
    • Review of WillowBrook Assisted Living

      WillowBrook Assisted Living was nice, but they felt it wasn't secure enough because my mom likes to wander. It was clean, it smells clean, and it looks more contemporary with the log cabin. It look... Read more

      Thomas
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