AdventHealth Care Center Apopka South
3355 E Semoran Boulevard, Apopka, FL, 32703
4.5
(4 reviews)
"Just awesome, caring people..."
READ MOREGiven the area’s numerous amenities and attractions, it’s not surprising that Mount Dora is a retirement hot spot where seniors represent almost 34% of the population. This also means that there’s increased demand for assisted living and other forms of care. According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the median cost of assisted living in the area is $4,950, higher than the national average and well above other parts of the state.
If you’re interested in assisted living, this guide features information about local providers, average prices and community amenities that make Mount Dora a smart choice for retirees. We’ve also included a directory of local agencies that can accommodate your changing needs.
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3355 E Semoran Boulevard, Apopka, FL, 32703
4.5
(4 reviews)
"Just awesome, caring people..."
READ MORE1215 Lasalida Way, Leesburg, FL, 34748
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother is at Heidis Haven Lasalida. They had good reviews so I called the number, I talked to the guy in charge, and I went out there to walk around and talk to the other people there. There were four other women who were about my mother's age, an..."
READ MORE35525 County Road 473,, Leesburg, FL, 34788
4.2
(5 reviews)
"My family loves this facility it’s amazing!!they give home cook meals so much love and care for the residents it’s the best facility I recommend they took great care of my aunt their family is so loving the rooms are very nice!How the staff interact ..."
READ MORE1027 West Main Street, Leesburg, FL, 34748
4.0
(6 reviews)
"I want everyone to know the great care they gave my Mom while at Savannah Manor. Great and caring staff and management. I greatly recommend this facility for care of your love ones. ..."
READ MORE1030 Balmy Beach Drive, Apopka, FL, 32703
3.5
(10 reviews)
"I visited Panorama Living. It was very nice and they really seem to care for their patients. They had a garden that they all worked in, they had arts and crafts, and they had therapy. I like the fact that the staff lives there 24 hours, it's great. T..."
READ MORE2402 Greenacre Rd, Apopka, FL, 32703
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad will be moving into Sunny Days in Apopka. One of the things I liked most about it is Linda, the owner, and her strong faith to her employee. The price is also better, though I wish I could get it cheaper. The property was really nice and homey..."
READ MORE34017 S. Haines Creek Rd., Leesburg, FL, 34788
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The best care in a home like setting. So much better than a "facility" where there are many residents and few caregivers. Personalized care to the highest degree is found at TLC...."
READ MORE201 Rosefield Avenue, Leesburg, FL, 34748
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Shady Lane Retirement Home was nice and everything, but my mother has dementia so she can't go there. They've been working on the appearance of the community. It was nice, kept up well, and clean. It's an older house that they turned into a nursing h..."
READ MORE15340 Mallory Ln, Clermont, FL, 34715
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I went to Country Comfort Care. The staff was a young girl, a nurse, running the place, and her mom. It seemed OK, the ladies in there were OK, the outdoors weren't set up to be anything; she said she was going to be fixing that because of the weathe..."
READ MORE750 Alabama Ave, Apopka, FL, 32703
907 E. ORANGE AVENUE, Eustis, FL, 32726
2808 Ruleme Street, Eustis, FL, 32726
"The Future of Senior Care … Today ocated in the friendly hometown community of Eustis, in the heart of Lake County, Florida, Ruleme Place..."
READ MORE1691 Parkglen Cir, Apopka, FL, 32712
900 East Alfred Street, Tavares, FL, 32778
"The Gardens is focused on providing high-quality care - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations. Our caring, professional ..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Mount Dora are licensed by the Assisted Living Unit of the Bureau of Health Facility Regulation, which is part of the Agency for Health Care Administration. Facilities may qualify for a standard or specialty license depending on the level of care that they provide.
Assisted living in Mount Dora costs $4,950 per month, significantly higher than the state and national averages.
Data from Genworth’s annual Cost of Care Survey shows that seniors in Mount Dora pay $650 more per month for assisted living compared to the national average of $4,300. Local rates are $1,250 higher than the state median of $3,700, and the community is more expensive than neighboring metropolitan areas. Monthly rates in Homosassa Springs are approximately $425 lower, and other cities offer more substantial savings. Seniors in Ocala pay $950 less per month, and prices in Orlando are on par with the state average. Assisted living in Tampa costs about 35% less, saving residents $1,725 per month or about $20,000 per year.
Mount Dora
$4,950
Florida
$3,700
The United States
$4,300
Ocala
$4,000
Tampa
$3,225
Homosassa Springs
$4,527
Orlando
$3,700
Your personal needs and preferences have a significant effect on how much you pay for long-term care. In Mount Dora, prices start at $1,625 per month for daytime recreational programs. Rates increase significantly for in-home care, which costs $4,124. These services are slightly cheaper than the $4,950 average associated with assisted living, but homeowners also need to budget for everyday expenses. Skilled nursing is the most expensive option, with rates that range from $8,973 to $9,551 for semiprivate or private accommodations.
Homemaker Services
$4,124
Home Health Aide
$4,124
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living Facility
$4,950
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,973
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$9,551
Note: Â Data for Mount Dora was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, The Villages, was used instead.
Residents of assisted living facilities in Mount Dora may be eligible for financial assistance through the Medicaid Long Term Care Program and the Assistive Care Services waiver. Additional funding may also be available for the Optional State Supplement for seniors who receive Social Security income.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Florida page.
If you want to learn more about assisted living and ways to maintain your health and independence as you age, the following agencies can help. Most services are free to local residents.   Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Elder Options | (800) 262-2243 | Elder Options, the Area Agency on Aging for Mount Dora and north-central Florida, is a one-stop-shop for information about healthy aging, long-term care, government benefits and community-based services. Its Elder Helpline provides information, advice and referrals to seniors, disabled adults, caregivers and family members. Seniors aged 60 and older can also sign up for free telephone wellness checks and friendly calls through Tele-Talk. |
Martin Luther King Center Senior Club | (352) 729-6394 | Mount Dora's Martin Luther King Center on Florida Avenue hosts a free Senior Club on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seniors can meet new friends and enjoy a complimentary meal while participating in games, trying their hand at arts and crafts and listening to educational guest speakers. |
Florida Ombudsman Program, North Central District | (352) 620-3088 | Based in Ocala, Florida's long-term care ombudsman for the North Central District serves seniors and families in Mount Dora and 16 surrounding counties. It's dedicated to enhancing the quality of the state's long-term care system by advocating for residents, helping them understand their rights and ensuring that facilities comply with health and safety regulations. It also accepts complaints and refers consumers to relevant regulatory agencies. |
Lake County Veterans Services Office | (352) 742-6585 | The Lake County Veterans Service Office has been serving military families since 1945. It helps veterans and dependents access health care, pensions, disability benefits and survivor's compensation. Accredited service officers can also help qualifying pension recipients apply for Aid & Attendance stipends that can be used to pay for personal care at home or in an assisted living facility. |
We Care of Lake County | (352) 742-0021 | We Care of Lake County operates a medical equipment lending bank that distributes more than 600 pieces of medical equipment to seniors, veterans and other needy residents annually. It supplies hospital beds, CPAP machines, nebulizers, walkers, rollators, crutches, shower chairs, bedside commodes and other items to aid in mobility, continence and hygiene. |
Mount Dora-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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Carol
5
Review of Bridgewater Assisted Living at Waterman Village
I'm living at The Bridgewater at Waterman Village. I can't say enough good about it. I am in a studio apartment. The facilities are maintained constantly. The outside of the buildings is maintained...
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5
Review of Elders of Mount Dora
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Review of Kiva of Mount Dora
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