15 Nursing Homes near New Port Richey, FL
New Port Richey is a city in Pasco County located along the Gulf of Mexico just minutes from downtown Tampa. Seniors retiring in the area have access to several medical facilities for chronic conditions and illnesses, including the Morton Plant North Bay Hospital and the Medical Center of Trinity.
Seniors who need 24-hour medical support can choose a nursing home for long-term care. These facilities provide a range of personal and medical services, including grooming, dressing, help getting in and out of the bed, medication administration and rehabilitation services like physical and speech therapy. The average monthly cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home in New Port Richey is $9,946. Those who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing may opt for assisted living or home health care.
This guide covers the cost of nursing homes in New Port Richey, including prices for a private or semiprivate room. It also covers the cost of other types of care and includes a list of free and low-cost services and programs to help seniors improve their quality of life.
Directory of Nursing Homes in New Port Richey, FL
Heather Hill Healthcare Center
6630 Kentucky Ave, New Port Richey, FL, 34653
My mother is at Heather Hill Healthcare Center. We chose them because they had long-term care and they had what we needed. They were close to us and they seemed very accommodating. We have since found
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My mother is at Heather Hill Healthcare Center. We chose them because they had long-term care and they had what we needed. They were close to us and they seemed very accommodating. We have since found their level of service is beyond what we’ve ever experienced with my mother. They are excellent. She’s been there for over a week.
I actually haven’t been inside because of COVID. I’ve seen the outside and they let you see your loved one from a window in their courtyard. It’s just as pleasant as any other. I like the courtyard. The staff bent over backwards to service both her and her loved ones.
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My mother is at Heather Hill Healthcare Center. We chose them because they had long-term care and they had what we needed. They were close to us and they seemed very accommodating. We have since found
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My mother is at Heather Hill Healthcare Center. We chose them because they had long-term care and they had what we needed. They were close to us and they seemed very accommodating. We have since found their level of service is beyond what we’ve ever experienced with my mother. They are excellent. She’s been there for over a week.
I actually haven’t been inside because of COVID. I’ve seen the outside and they let you see your loved one from a window in their courtyard. It’s just as pleasant as any other. I like the courtyard. The staff bent over backwards to service both her and her loved ones.
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Mitchell Rehabilitation Hospital At Morton Plant North Bay
6600 Madison Street, New Port Richey, FL, 34652
My elderly father was told that he would never walk again after breaking his hip. My Daddy and I did not want to accept this without trying everything that we could. He stayed at this rehab center
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My elderly father was told that he would never walk again after breaking his hip. My Daddy and I did not want to accept this without trying everything that we could. He stayed at this rehab center for a month receiving therapy 7 days a week. My Daddy walked out with the aid of a walker after his stay. The staff here is excellent and extremely caring. They gave my Daddy the wonderful gift of hope and they were his cheerleaders.
They gave back his independence and great quality of life. My Daddy could not have walked again without their help and love. I highly recommend them in every possible way! Excellent facility.
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My elderly father was told that he would never walk again after breaking his hip. My Daddy and I did not want to accept this without trying everything that we could. He stayed at this rehab center
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My elderly father was told that he would never walk again after breaking his hip. My Daddy and I did not want to accept this without trying everything that we could. He stayed at this rehab center for a month receiving therapy 7 days a week. My Daddy walked out with the aid of a walker after his stay. The staff here is excellent and extremely caring. They gave my Daddy the wonderful gift of hope and they were his cheerleaders.
They gave back his independence and great quality of life. My Daddy could not have walked again without their help and love. I highly recommend them in every possible way! Excellent facility.
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Southern Pines Healthcare Center
6140 CONGRESS ST, New Port Richey, FL, 34653
My mother never wanted to go to a nursing home. After a previous stroke, she went to a different facility and was absolutely miserable. After this stroke, she said that she was happy here and wanted
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My mother never wanted to go to a nursing home. After a previous stroke, she went to a different facility and was absolutely miserable. After this stroke, she said that she was happy here and wanted to stay.
That made me happy that she was being well taken care of and more importantly, happy that she was there.
She really enjoys the socialization, dancing, and activities that they do.
Keep up the great job, guys.
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My mother never wanted to go to a nursing home. After a previous stroke, she went to a different facility and was absolutely miserable. After this stroke, she said that she was happy here and wanted
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My mother never wanted to go to a nursing home. After a previous stroke, she went to a different facility and was absolutely miserable. After this stroke, she said that she was happy here and wanted to stay.
That made me happy that she was being well taken care of and more importantly, happy that she was there.
She really enjoys the socialization, dancing, and activities that they do.
Keep up the great job, guys.
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Madison Pointe Rehabilitation and Health Center
6020 INDIANA AVENUE, New Port Richey, FL, 34653
I spent 6 wks here after a horrible car accident. The staff was helpful and took care of my needs. Without them I don’t know what I would have done.
I spent 6 wks here after a horrible car accident. The staff was helpful and took care of my needs. Without them I don’t know what I would have done.
Life Care Center of New Port Richey
7400 Trouble Creek Road, New Port Richey, FL, 34653
I was in Life Care Center New Port Richey for rehab after I had my stroke two years ago. They were very good. They had good, nutritious food and portions that was right for you. You wouldn’t be hungry
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I was in Life Care Center New Port Richey for rehab after I had my stroke two years ago. They were very good. They had good, nutritious food and portions that was right for you. You wouldn’t be hungry there. There was a lot of physical activity. I did some weight lifting and walked a lot. They had markers to tell you how much walking you’ve done. It was a very good place that didn’t smell and was very clean and very nice. I was a cook for 25 years, and they actually let me help out with cooking a couple of times one day they were shorthanded. The staff was very good and very helpful. When you call, they come; I did not have to wait. My daughter asked if my little dog could visit me, and they said as long as he had his rabies shots and he wasn’t aggressive, she could bring him in to visit. There were plenty of activities. The grounds were beautiful, so you could walk around outside.
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I was in Life Care Center New Port Richey for rehab after I had my stroke two years ago. They were very good. They had good, nutritious food and portions that was right for you. You wouldn’t be hungry
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I was in Life Care Center New Port Richey for rehab after I had my stroke two years ago. They were very good. They had good, nutritious food and portions that was right for you. You wouldn’t be hungry there. There was a lot of physical activity. I did some weight lifting and walked a lot. They had markers to tell you how much walking you’ve done. It was a very good place that didn’t smell and was very clean and very nice. I was a cook for 25 years, and they actually let me help out with cooking a couple of times one day they were shorthanded. The staff was very good and very helpful. When you call, they come; I did not have to wait. My daughter asked if my little dog could visit me, and they said as long as he had his rabies shots and he wasn’t aggressive, she could bring him in to visit. There were plenty of activities. The grounds were beautiful, so you could walk around outside.
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Consulate Health Care Of New Port Richey
8417 Old Country Road 54, New Port Richey, FL, 34653
At age 89 my mother’s residency went from her home to Consulate of NPR in August 2018. She was so blessed to have a variety of wonderful care takers for the last 2 years. From RN’s ( Barbara, Josh
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At age 89 my mother’s residency went from her home to Consulate of NPR in August 2018. She was so blessed to have a variety of wonderful care takers for the last 2 years. From RN’s ( Barbara, Josh, Lenny etc) to CNA’s (Tony, Jessica, Melissa, Roy, Patty, Ann, and many more) they all treated mom like family. Mom was always, always clean, dressed nicely, and they even did her hair up with a ribbon/Bow, sometimes braiding it. Everyone. Was so helpful, and kind to all our family as well.” Any time” we came to visit we were always welcomed. I thank these hero’s for their love and support to her. She passed in August and will be missed by family and her good friends from Consulate.
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At age 89 my mother’s residency went from her home to Consulate of NPR in August 2018. She was so blessed to have a variety of wonderful care takers for the last 2 years. From RN’s ( Barbara, Josh
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At age 89 my mother’s residency went from her home to Consulate of NPR in August 2018. She was so blessed to have a variety of wonderful care takers for the last 2 years. From RN’s ( Barbara, Josh, Lenny etc) to CNA’s (Tony, Jessica, Melissa, Roy, Patty, Ann, and many more) they all treated mom like family. Mom was always, always clean, dressed nicely, and they even did her hair up with a ribbon/Bow, sometimes braiding it. Everyone. Was so helpful, and kind to all our family as well.” Any time” we came to visit we were always welcomed. I thank these hero’s for their love and support to her. She passed in August and will be missed by family and her good friends from Consulate.
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Orchard Ridge Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
4927 Voorhees Road, New Port Richey, FL, 34653
I was a rehab patient there recovering from toe amp surgery and IV infection prevention. First night there, I thought I might die from infection, the room was that filthy and disgusting, as was the fo
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I was a rehab patient there recovering from toe amp surgery and IV infection prevention. First night there, I thought I might die from infection, the room was that filthy and disgusting, as was the foul slop they served as editable nutrition. The bathroom was covered with urine and feces! My roommate was suffering and crying and warned me to protect my belongings from theft! The staff was rude and didn’t care about my medical needs! The public shower area was filthy and very poorly lit. It remained empty because it felt like a horror movie scene in there! And all this was BEFORE covid! I nicknamed the place "house of horrors"!
I demanded to be transferred somewhere else, when I called my insurance case worker, then, they transferred me to a private room that was clean. The Hispanic, Christian, house keeping ladies, on the private room wing were very kind to me. And the young, mild special needs, girl who brought my breakfast a few times was sweet, kind, and more professional than the horrible medical staff! The night I left that hole, I was having chest pains, so I informed the nurse. By the way it took an hour for her to answer my call button. I told her I was having chest pains and if they didn’t call for an ambulance transport back to the hospital I was going to call 911 from my cell phone. I still waited an hour after that! It wasn’t until my husband showed up and demanded to know what was going on that they called for transport! House of horrors! This place needs an overhaul!!!
They need Gordon Ramsay or Robert Irvine to get in there and set things right!!!
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I was a rehab patient there recovering from toe amp surgery and IV infection prevention. First night there, I thought I might die from infection, the room was that filthy and disgusting, as was the fo
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I was a rehab patient there recovering from toe amp surgery and IV infection prevention. First night there, I thought I might die from infection, the room was that filthy and disgusting, as was the foul slop they served as editable nutrition. The bathroom was covered with urine and feces! My roommate was suffering and crying and warned me to protect my belongings from theft! The staff was rude and didn’t care about my medical needs! The public shower area was filthy and very poorly lit. It remained empty because it felt like a horror movie scene in there! And all this was BEFORE covid! I nicknamed the place "house of horrors"!
I demanded to be transferred somewhere else, when I called my insurance case worker, then, they transferred me to a private room that was clean. The Hispanic, Christian, house keeping ladies, on the private room wing were very kind to me. And the young, mild special needs, girl who brought my breakfast a few times was sweet, kind, and more professional than the horrible medical staff! The night I left that hole, I was having chest pains, so I informed the nurse. By the way it took an hour for her to answer my call button. I told her I was having chest pains and if they didn’t call for an ambulance transport back to the hospital I was going to call 911 from my cell phone. I still waited an hour after that! It wasn’t until my husband showed up and demanded to know what was going on that they called for transport! House of horrors! This place needs an overhaul!!!
They need Gordon Ramsay or Robert Irvine to get in there and set things right!!!
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Trinity Regional Rehab Center
2144 WELBILT BLVD, Trinity, FL, 34655
My Mom was a resident of Trinity Regional for four years. She was treated with dignity and kindness by the staff. The facility was clean and quite pleasant. The food was not terrible just typical i
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My Mom was a resident of Trinity Regional for four years. She was treated with dignity and kindness by the staff. The facility was clean and quite pleasant. The food was not terrible just typical institution food. I’m not sure we can expect better than that unless the facility has an executive chef. LOL
Seriously, I would recommend this facility to any one who wants good care.
Sadly, my Mom has passed away at 94, but I will always be grateful for the care she received at Trinity Regional.
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My Mom was a resident of Trinity Regional for four years. She was treated with dignity and kindness by the staff. The facility was clean and quite pleasant. The food was not terrible just typical i
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My Mom was a resident of Trinity Regional for four years. She was treated with dignity and kindness by the staff. The facility was clean and quite pleasant. The food was not terrible just typical institution food. I’m not sure we can expect better than that unless the facility has an executive chef. LOL
Seriously, I would recommend this facility to any one who wants good care.
Sadly, my Mom has passed away at 94, but I will always be grateful for the care she received at Trinity Regional.
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Bayonet Point Health & Rehabilitation Center
7210 Beacon Woods Dr, Hudson, FL, 34667
My wife was in Solaris Bayonet Point for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. They have marvelous, well-trained, educated, and skilled staff members. It’s clean, pleasant, and nicely decorated.
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My wife was in Solaris Bayonet Point for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. They have marvelous, well-trained, educated, and skilled staff members. It’s clean, pleasant, and nicely decorated. I was very satisfied. They have a library, TV room, and different activities like Bingo. They have people supervising them when they are in those areas. They have a very high therapist to patient ratio, they have fairly new and nice equipment, and they’re always changing and getting better ones. They have shared and private rooms. The food is very good, imaginative, and very well-presented.
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My wife was in Solaris Bayonet Point for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. They have marvelous, well-trained, educated, and skilled staff members. It’s clean, pleasant, and nicely decorated.
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My wife was in Solaris Bayonet Point for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. They have marvelous, well-trained, educated, and skilled staff members. It’s clean, pleasant, and nicely decorated. I was very satisfied. They have a library, TV room, and different activities like Bingo. They have people supervising them when they are in those areas. They have a very high therapist to patient ratio, they have fairly new and nice equipment, and they’re always changing and getting better ones. They have shared and private rooms. The food is very good, imaginative, and very well-presented.
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Peninsula Care And Rehabilitation Center
900 Beckett Way, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689
Peninsula is very clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. Alissa the social worker goes far beyond her duties to help you and your family member. She is one amazing lady and very caring and comp
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Peninsula is very clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. Alissa the social worker goes far beyond her duties to help you and your family member. She is one amazing lady and very caring and compassionate.
I am the sister of Linda, who was a resident there and was having physical therapy until she had to go to the hospital for a medical issue. Everyone who works there is caring and helpful. Since I live so far, Alissa helped transfer her closer to me to one of their sister facilities in Port Charlotte. Thank you all for all you have done to help Linda. Business office also was very helpful. Rooms are very pleasant and clean.
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Peninsula is very clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. Alissa the social worker goes far beyond her duties to help you and your family member. She is one amazing lady and very caring and comp
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Peninsula is very clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. Alissa the social worker goes far beyond her duties to help you and your family member. She is one amazing lady and very caring and compassionate.
I am the sister of Linda, who was a resident there and was having physical therapy until she had to go to the hospital for a medical issue. Everyone who works there is caring and helpful. Since I live so far, Alissa helped transfer her closer to me to one of their sister facilities in Port Charlotte. Thank you all for all you have done to help Linda. Business office also was very helpful. Rooms are very pleasant and clean.
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Bear Creek Nursing Center
8041 State Road 52, Hudson, FL, 34667
As we were driving in, we commented on the manicured lawn. The next thing that was great – you walk in the front doors and you do not smell the “nursing home” odor that we have noticed in her fa
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As we were driving in, we commented on the manicured lawn. The next thing that was great – you walk in the front doors and you do not smell the “nursing home” odor that we have noticed in her facilities. The colors were happy. That for me is a real plus. We continued our tour and the common areas were clean and residents were utilizing the activity area. As we were walking around, the residents were speaking to the staff member conducting our tour. We did not eat but the food smelled delicious. The rooms were clean and again, they did not have a stale odor. We thought residents and staff were friendly and happy to meet us.
Looking into the near future, I am planning on this being my next home.
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As we were driving in, we commented on the manicured lawn. The next thing that was great – you walk in the front doors and you do not smell the “nursing home” odor that we have noticed in her fa
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As we were driving in, we commented on the manicured lawn. The next thing that was great – you walk in the front doors and you do not smell the “nursing home” odor that we have noticed in her facilities. The colors were happy. That for me is a real plus. We continued our tour and the common areas were clean and residents were utilizing the activity area. As we were walking around, the residents were speaking to the staff member conducting our tour. We did not eat but the food smelled delicious. The rooms were clean and again, they did not have a stale odor. We thought residents and staff were friendly and happy to meet us.
Looking into the near future, I am planning on this being my next home.
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Consulate Health Care of Bayonet Point
8132 Hudson Avenue, Hudson, FL, 34667
Do not bring your loved one to this facility. My Mom was there for 3 weeks today. She was there for rehab as she had a big toe amputated, The food is horrible. The cleaniness is fair. Mom would put he
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Do not bring your loved one to this facility. My Mom was there for 3 weeks today. She was there for rehab as she had a big toe amputated, The food is horrible. The cleaniness is fair. Mom would put her light on for help it would take very long for them to answer her. Any time I would go there her water cup was empty. They never anser the phone in the evening, after 6 it takes forever to get in the building, I brought my Mom home for Thanksgiving.When I brought her back at 545, we waited outside for 15 minutes for them to let us in. Once inside my Mom needed her pain pill there was no nurse around to help her. I waited 45 minutes no one every was around. I spoke to my Mom that night she never got her pain pill until 10;30, this is uncalled for. The final straw came this past Saturday they called me to say they were sending my Mom to the hospital cause she was very confused and out of it..After running test hospital found my Mom to be very dehydrated and malnourished there is no excuse for this..Stay far away from this facility,
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Do not bring your loved one to this facility. My Mom was there for 3 weeks today. She was there for rehab as she had a big toe amputated, The food is horrible. The cleaniness is fair. Mom would put he
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Do not bring your loved one to this facility. My Mom was there for 3 weeks today. She was there for rehab as she had a big toe amputated, The food is horrible. The cleaniness is fair. Mom would put her light on for help it would take very long for them to answer her. Any time I would go there her water cup was empty. They never anser the phone in the evening, after 6 it takes forever to get in the building, I brought my Mom home for Thanksgiving.When I brought her back at 545, we waited outside for 15 minutes for them to let us in. Once inside my Mom needed her pain pill there was no nurse around to help her. I waited 45 minutes no one every was around. I spoke to my Mom that night she never got her pain pill until 10;30, this is uncalled for. The final straw came this past Saturday they called me to say they were sending my Mom to the hospital cause she was very confused and out of it..After running test hospital found my Mom to be very dehydrated and malnourished there is no excuse for this..Stay far away from this facility,
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Solaris HealthCare Bayonet Point
7210 Beacon Woods Dr, Hudson, FL, 34667
Solaris Healthcare Bayonet Point doesn’t have a memory care unit, which is kind of a concern. They have people there that have Alzheimer’s or dementia but they don’t have a locked unit. It was nice, b
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Solaris Healthcare Bayonet Point doesn’t have a memory care unit, which is kind of a concern. They have people there that have Alzheimer’s or dementia but they don’t have a locked unit. It was nice, bright, and clean. I like it. The rooms were nice, bright, and clean. From what I understand, for somebody who has real problems, memory problems and so forth, they like to put somebody else in the room with them that is a little bit more mentally with it, so that if anything goes wrong, that person can let them know, so I like that.
My next-door neighbor is in there with dementia and she has a lady in there with her that if anything goes wrong or if there’s a problem, that lady can get a hold of somebody, so that helps. The nice thing is it’s just bright and cheery. There’s a window. You can see out the window in that particular room there. They’ve gone out and put planter outside and so forth outside the window and it’s nice and bright with flowers and stuff hanging out there. It’s nice that they can do that.
The people that I talked to there were very good and very helpful. I was having a problem personally handling going in and they took care of me and my concerns very well. They have all sorts of activities. They also have the physical therapy room and occupational therapy room where they can go and take them and try to keep them in shape. Whatever a nursing home has, that’s what they’ve got. The people were very nice. The nurses I met in the hall and so forth were very nice. They were very good people.
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Solaris Healthcare Bayonet Point doesn’t have a memory care unit, which is kind of a concern. They have people there that have Alzheimer’s or dementia but they don’t have a locked unit. It was nice, b
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Solaris Healthcare Bayonet Point doesn’t have a memory care unit, which is kind of a concern. They have people there that have Alzheimer’s or dementia but they don’t have a locked unit. It was nice, bright, and clean. I like it. The rooms were nice, bright, and clean. From what I understand, for somebody who has real problems, memory problems and so forth, they like to put somebody else in the room with them that is a little bit more mentally with it, so that if anything goes wrong, that person can let them know, so I like that.
My next-door neighbor is in there with dementia and she has a lady in there with her that if anything goes wrong or if there’s a problem, that lady can get a hold of somebody, so that helps. The nice thing is it’s just bright and cheery. There’s a window. You can see out the window in that particular room there. They’ve gone out and put planter outside and so forth outside the window and it’s nice and bright with flowers and stuff hanging out there. It’s nice that they can do that.
The people that I talked to there were very good and very helpful. I was having a problem personally handling going in and they took care of me and my concerns very well. They have all sorts of activities. They also have the physical therapy room and occupational therapy room where they can go and take them and try to keep them in shape. Whatever a nursing home has, that’s what they’ve got. The people were very nice. The nurses I met in the hall and so forth were very nice. They were very good people.
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Tarpon Bayou Center
515 Chesapeake Dr, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689
The stress of having my mother in a nursing home was nothing compared to the stress of not being able to talk with her 75% of the time. Their phone system/services are archaic!!! It stressed my out mo
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The stress of having my mother in a nursing home was nothing compared to the stress of not being able to talk with her 75% of the time. Their phone system/services are archaic!!! It stressed my out mother & my family.
Then COVID hit! My mother had stopped eating and was never put on feeding tube, etc. Thank God Hospice removed her on Dec 11, 2020… She died 4 days later!!!
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The stress of having my mother in a nursing home was nothing compared to the stress of not being able to talk with her 75% of the time. Their phone system/services are archaic!!! It stressed my out mo
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The stress of having my mother in a nursing home was nothing compared to the stress of not being able to talk with her 75% of the time. Their phone system/services are archaic!!! It stressed my out mother & my family.
Then COVID hit! My mother had stopped eating and was never put on feeding tube, etc. Thank God Hospice removed her on Dec 11, 2020… She died 4 days later!!!
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Nursing Home Costs in New Port Richey, FL
Nursing home costs in New Port Richey are $9,946 per month for a semiprivate room and $11,391 for a private room.
The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
A semiprivate room in a nursing home in New Port Richey is $1,277 more than the state average and $2,190 more than the national average. In the western panhandle in Pensacola, the cost of a nursing home is around $8,517 per month. Along the Atlantic coast in Jacksonville, these facilities cost around $8,638. Near the center of the state in Lakeland, seniors can expect to pay around $8,638, while along the southern coast in Miami, seniors can expect to pay more at $9,095.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
When considering the best level of support for older adults who need help with personal care, it’s important to look at all available options. Homemaker services and home health aides are ideal for those who prefer to age in place at home. These services cost $4,195 and $4,576 respectively. Adult day health is the least expensive option at $1,993, while assisted living communities cost around $3,225. A nursing home is the most expensive and comprehensive option at $9,946 for a semiprivate room and $11,391 for a private room.
Note: Data for New Port Richey was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Tampa, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in New Port Richey, FL
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Free Resources for Seniors in New Port Richey, FL
There are programs and services available to seniors who live in New Port Richey. The following resources help improve the lives of older adults and can delay the need for nursing home care.
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Contact
Service
(727) 863-6868
CARES is a nonprofit organization that provides services to seniors in Pasco County. The agency promotes a higher quality of life and supports independence. It assists with personal and household tasks and offers community activities like computer learning, educational and recreational activities and group travel.
(727) 834-3340
Pasco County Senior Services provides assistance to the elderly, including home-delivered meals, transportation and insurance counseling. Meals are for seniors aged 60 and older who are homebound or unable to cook for themselves. The program also provides nutrition education.
(727) 217-8111
The Area Agency on Aging is an Aging and Disability Resource Center that helps seniors, their caregivers and the disabled. The agency offers programs like transportation, nutrition, case management and caregiving plus information on topics of interest.
(800) 625-2257
Bay Area Legal Services provides legal assistance to low-income seniors who otherwise can’t afford legal representation. Aide is available for issues regarding income, consumer protection, health care, housing, long-term care, elder abuse and neglect.
(850) 414-2323
The long-term care ombudsman works to improve the quality of life for residents in nursing homes and similar facilities. The ombudsman advocates for seniors and works to protect their health, safety, welfare and rights.