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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Assisted living costs in Fort Walton Beach average about $4,384 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Fort Walton Beach. Our detailed directory has 263 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Fort Walton Beach Assisted Living Facilities | 263 Reviews

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Photo of Bayport of Fort Walton Beach
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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27 reviews
8.9
Review score
27 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
30%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
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frequent turnover so hard to answer the staff question. There are some lovely people that work there. The activity ladies [name removed] and [name removed], [name removed] in sales and the kitchen manager...
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.
Locally owned and managed by SRI, LLC who have 30 communities in their portfolio. This one of kind community in Fort Walton Beach brings a new concept to senior living. The concepts has 4 buildings at which each are connected by an interior hall and can be also entered from exterior. Inside...
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Photo of Meridian at Westwood
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
182 reviews
8.8
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182 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
20%
3 star
3%
2 star
1%
1 star
4%
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I give it a 10 if that was available. I would give the friendliness a 10. The meals and dining services is a tough one because so many of the chefs didn't stay very long. I understand the latest chef who...
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.
Meridian at Westwood provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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Photo of Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach
22 Photos available
8.5
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33 reviews
8.5
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33 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
36%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
18%
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It's a really good place and my numbers don't do it justice. Management seems to have a high turnover but the regular staff (med techs, nursing, kitchen, maintenance, etc.) are all pretty stable and really...
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.
Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach is an elegant assisted living and memory care community in southern Okaloosa County, Florida. Uniquely placed in a beautiful residential setting near the Emerald Coast along the northern Gulf of Mexico, Belvedere Commons is a warm, vibrant and supportive...
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Photo of Brookdale Fort Walton Beach
1212 Photos available
8.0
Review score
21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
38%
3 star
19%
2 star
5%
1 star
0%
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The management and staff are considerate, welcoming, friendly, caring, and professional. The facility has a homey feel. The facility is all one level, making it easier on the residents.
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.
When you’re ready to enjoy your well-deserved retirement and leave the laundry, housekeeping and daily chores to someone else, our community in Fort Walton Beach, on Florida’s magnificent Emerald Coast, is waiting for you. We offer assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Fort Walton Beach, FL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Walton Beach is $4,384 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pine Level, FL with an average of $2,969 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Walton Bch, FL vs. nearby cities

Fort Walton Bch, FL
$4,384/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Walton Bch, FL vs. the state and national average

Fort Walton Bch, FL
$4,384/mo
$4,023/mo
U.S. national average
$4,679/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Walton Bch vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,384/mo
$4,363/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fort Walton Bch, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,642/mo
Studio
$4,323/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,855/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,320/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Fort Walton Bch over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Walton Beach, 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 Fort Walton Beach.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Walton Bch

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Walton Bch

Brookdale Destin

4.1
My only negative comment is that the management, while doing a lot to help my Mom and we're very grateful to them, were a little pushy about trying to get my Mom to stay there, rather than leave and go to her home in Wisconsin, where she is now and is very happy. I understand they need and want ...
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Partin Place Senior Living in Niceville, FL

4.1
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 found Superior Residence for us.

Navarre Gardens

5.0
Great place for your family member. Great staff and amazing management. They were so kind to us and helpful. Thanks to the amazing staff members who helped my grandma and I while we were there. It was a great place to see

Fort Walton Bch review score based on 41 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 5 Fort Walton Bch assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Walton Bch 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

Fort Walton Bch review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Fort Walton Bch 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 41 reviews of 5 Fort Walton Bch assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Walton Bch 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.
Fort Walton Bch, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.2
4.6
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Fort Walton Bch assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Walton Bch assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Walton Bch, 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 Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
52.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Walton Bch, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Walton Bch, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
35.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Walton Bch, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Walton Bch 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 Fort Walton Bch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Walton Bch, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
35.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47%
Dances
Dances
80%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Walton Beach

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 Fort Walton Beach protect seniors.

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