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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Yellow Jacket, FL

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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I am the daughter of the new resident. I moved my Mother from Chicago to Crystal River just 9 days ago. She had a stroke 2 months ago. The staff and individual care is unbelievable. The concept is more...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wife has been there for a few years. Staff are great. Keeps her busy. She seem to like it. And has her favorite staff she visits.. daily
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Haven House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living and memory care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to Alzheimer’s care and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Harbor House is an assisted living community located in Dunnellon, FL, the heart of horse country. Nestled in a virtual jungle of tropical trees, Harbor House is a great place to sit outside and just absorb the majesty of the nature. Nearby parks and nature preserves truly make Harbor House an...
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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.
Harbor House is an assisted living community located in Dunnellon, FL, the heart of horse country. Nestled in a virtual jungle of tropical trees, Harbor House is a great place to sit outside and just absorb the majesty of the nature. Nearby parks and nature preserves truly make Harbor House an...
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My brother lives here .The staff truly do care about their residents here . They get daily care at top rate. I recommend this facility to any loved one looking for a place to live. The facility is very...
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.
Conveniently located in beautiful and community-minded Dunnellon, Marion County, Florida, The Harbor House provides one of kind uniquely designed assisted living care. The central Florida backdrop is perfect for a senior care facility and lends itself perfectly to assisted living care in the...
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Cost of assisted living in Yellow Jacket, FL

The average cost of senior living in Yellow Jacket is $3,837 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mayo, FL with an average of $2,952 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Yellow Jacket, FL vs. nearby cities

Yellow Jacket, FL
$3,837/mo
$3,925/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Yellow Jacket, FL vs. the state and national average

Yellow Jacket, FL
$3,837/mo
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Yellow Jacket vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,837/mo
$3,899/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Yellow Jacket, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,907/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,797/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,320/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Yellow Jacket, FL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Yellow Jacket.

What families are saying about assisted living in Yellow Jacket

Recent reviews for assisted living in Yellow Jacket

Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Memory Care in Gainesville, FL

5.0
The staff and everything about our experience here has been great. My mom is doing very well - even experiencing the declines that she is having, overall her physical health has improved and she is in really good spirits. I would definitely recommend Hunter Crossing Place to others who are ...
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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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Charter Senior Living of Gainesville

4.3
The issue our family has had with Charter Senior Living was that the meds were messed up twice and our loved did not want to participate in activities. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Yellow Jacket review score based on 40 family reviews

6.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 27 Yellow Jacket assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Yellow Jacket review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Yellow Jacket review score compared against nearby cities

6.6
Yellow Jacket, FL27 facilities
7.2
Chiefland, FL59 facilities
6.9
Fanning Springs, FL38 facilities

Review subcategories for Yellow Jacket assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 40 reviews of 27 Yellow Jacket assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Yellow Jacket resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Yellow Jacket, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.4
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Yellow Jacket assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yellow Jacket assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yellow Jacket, 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 Yellow Jacket assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Yellow Jacket that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Yellow Jacket, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
24.2%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.5%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.5%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.5%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Yellow Jacket assisted living

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 Yellow Jacket Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Yellow Jacket, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.4%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Yellow Jacket assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Yellow Jacket partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yellow Jacket, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.3%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
30.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.3%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Yellow Jacket assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Yellow Jacket communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yellow Jacket, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.2%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.2%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yellow Jacket assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Yellow Jacket offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yellow Jacket, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.3%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.2%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30.3%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Yellow Jacket

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Yellow Jacket protect seniors.

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The Windsor of Gainesville, Charter Senior Living of Gainesville and The Gables of Gainesville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Yellow Jacket, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 35 assisted living facilities near Yellow Jacket, Florida. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Yellow Jacket, Florida are The Windsor of Gainesville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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