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18 Assisted Living Communities in Pensacola, Florida

The average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,096 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 18 Assisted Living Communities in Pensacola and several in surrounding areas.

  • Assisted living: $4,096
  • Nursing home semiprivate room: $7,817
  • In-home care: $3,575
  • Adult day health services: $1,408

Assisted Living Facilities near Pensacola, Florida

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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in Pensacola

jljones

1

May 15, 2023

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

They ignore their residents. My sister was in this nursing home for a few days. She called and said they were not changing her bed after her colostomy bag had leaked numerous times and was wet. She said she had not had water for days. My wife called the home at 1:00 am to complain and demand they do something after my sister had called us. They hung up on my wife the first time she called. When she called back they said they would get someone in to take care of her. We had to call back twice before they did anything. In the next few days she called her daughter several times for the same thing. When her daughter went to the nursing home my sister was almost dead. Her daughter called for the ambulance for my sister and she was taken to the hospital. She was unconscious and according to the Doctor was dehydrated, and malnourished and her skin was very irritated around the colostomy bag. The Doctor said she wouldn't have made it another day. Please if you care about your loved ones keep them far away from this place.

Leslie

4

February 19, 2021

I visited this facility

I've been to University Pines. They have a lovely dining room with lots of windows and it's very cheerful in their dining room. That gives the place a really nice feel. The dining room is lovely. We just interacted with one person and I've only been in a very limited area of that place. I don't think it's fair to rate 'cause I've not even walked down the hallway. I just saw two rooms, that's the dining room and the entry area. The residents seemed to be happy and participatory. These are folks that don't require as much care, they're more active, and more participatory. It's very clean and very pleasant. Essentially, people just live there and get their meals.

Patrick

4

February 17, 2021

I visited this facility

I went to The Waterford at Creekside. They took me through the facility, and they showed me the main room. It's a consideration for several reasons. It's clean, the staff was very thorough in her description in what they do, and it's also close to my house. The staff members were good. The rooms were individual studio rooms, and each one has its own bath. Then, there's a common area where residents all come and sit down during the day. They had the availability of haircuts and salon there. Their activity area was across the yard in another building, and they had a porch that you could sit down on.

Martha

4

January 19, 2021

I visited this facility

University Pines in Pensacola was very impressive. The size and the layout were fine, but I was only able to see the 1-bedroom. They were clean and well designed, and there's plenty of light. I really didn't get to talk with the staff, I only met with one agent. I saw some of the activities. In fact, I even participated in one and got a tattoo.

John

5

January 14, 2021

I am/was a resident of this facility

University Pines is an excellent place for me, everybody has been courteous, and stayed on top of what's going on with me. They answered my questions, and at this point, I'm very happy with them. I was surprised how much room was in there, it could hold more furniture than I thought it would, and it's a very nice room. So far they've helped me out, taken care of any problems I've come up with so I'm happy with them. They've got a little gym area I'm going to be using that; they've got a pool table I love to play pool. Just walk around the building they have a walking path. The building's clean, my room's clean, everything's clean, I've eaten there a few times, and I've been amazed at how good it is it's been very good, portions are just the right size. I got everything in, except the furniture. They do things to help keep you entertained if you join in with the groups.

Mary

5

October 15, 2020

I visited this facility

University Pines is definitely independent living. Unfortunately, that's going to be scratched off because we need independent/memory. My sister-in-law is probably going to be needing to go to the memory facility more so than independent. The staff members were wonderful. I wished we could have said yes. It was wonderful, really it was, so was the facility. We even saw a resident and it was nice. It was truly a very warm feeling. It wasn't cold. Very nice. Because my sister-in-law is a cancer patient, and she has breast cancer, we had to rush out of there. We couldn't stay longer, but the time that we stayed there, it was very nice. They were warm and welcoming. All our questions were answered. It was really nice. I couldn't complain. The facility was very clean and very nice.

Betty

5

May 26, 2020

I visited this facility

I went to look at University Pines. It was nice and it wasn't a huge facility, which is good because I liked the smaller ones better. Everybody was really nice, the room looked nice, and the dining room, the hair salon, and the swimming pool looked great. Some of the people were doing aerobics.

Donna

5

March 31, 2020

I visited this facility

I enjoyed my tour at The Waterford at Creekside. It was very open and appealing. It's really nice and I like it a lot. The staff was very nice and helpful. They have separate units depending on the disability of the individual. There's a central area and hallways that shoot off into bedrooms. The central unit has the kitchen and the living room. They gave me a list of stuff and activities that they do; they have programs that they do with the individuals. They have television and special shows that pertain to different things. This place was great. It would be at the top of my list if it wasn't so expensive. It's a little pricey.

William

3

February 27, 2020

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

I chose The Waterford at Creekside for my wife mainly because of the cost. She's in a private room, and they have activities for the residents in another building but not in the one she's in. The food is so-so and they serve lots of hamburgers. Their housekeeping service is fine.

Map of Pensacola, Florida

Assisted Living Costs in Pensacola

Based on data from Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care Study, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Pensacola is less than $100 over the national average but substantially higher than the state average of $3,500. Assisted living expenses in Pensacola are comparable to other nearby Florida Panhandle cities, such as Crestview ($4,195) and Panama City ($4,200), sometimes varying by less than $100 per month. Farther east, in Jacksonville ($4,425) costs increase more significantly.

Cost of Assisted Living Comparison Chart

Pensacola

$4,096

National average

$4,000

State average

$3,500

Crestview

$4,195

Panama City

$4,200

Tallahassee

$4,339

Gainesville

$3,775

Jacksonville

$4,425

Homosassa Springs

$4,125

Care Cost Comparison

Costs for senior care can vary widely by type, and this is true in Pensacola, where nursing home expenses are nearly double those for assisted living. At an average of $1,408 per month, adult day health care is much less expensive, while costs for homemaker services ($3,575) and home health aides ($3,623) land more in the midrange, costly only slightly less per month than assisted living. Seniors who may be considering nonresidential care options such as adult day health care or in-home services should factor in their monthly costs for housing, transportation, meals and other essentials, which are often included in assisted living and nursing home care. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

  • Assisted living: $4,096
  • Homemaker services: $3,575
  • Home health aide: $3,623
  • Adult day health: $1,408
  • Nursing home care (semiprivate room): $7,817

 

Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

Assisted living

$4,096

Homemaker services

$3,575

Home health aide

$3,623

Adult day health

$1,408

Nursing home care (semiprivate room)

$7,817

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Pensacola

Medicaid in Florida

Florida residents who are 65 years and older and meet specific income and asset requirements can qualify for medical care assistance through SSI-related Medicaid. Single applicants must have no more than $891 in monthly income. For married couples who are jointly applying, both spouses must make no more than $1,208 a month. Seniors who are eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) automatically qualify for Medicaid and can work directly with the Social Security Administration to obtain benefits.

For additional information or to apply, other potential applicants should visit ACCESS Florida or call 866-762-2237.

Seniors who qualify for Medicaid and enroll in the statewide Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) program benefit from comprehensive services, which include primary care, hospitalization, nursing home care, home health care, prescription medications and adult day health care, depending on the individual’s needs. 

For residents who need long-term care, Florida’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care Program (SMMC LTC) provides Medicaid-eligible seniors with community services, in-home programs and assisted living arrangements. After an assessment, a case manager determines care needs and develops a plan for the individual to receive care in the least restrictive environment. Benefits of SMMC LTC may include assisted living, adult foster care and additional services such as home-delivered meals.

To qualify, applicants must be legal Florida residents over the age of 65 (under 64 only if designated as disabled). They must be Medicaid eligible and require a nursing facility level of care. An applicant’s combined income and assets must not exceed $2,313 per month. For couples applying jointly, the limit is $4,626.

If interested, seniors should call the Elder Helpline at 800-262-2243 to request a screening for home- and community-based services. During the screening interview, the primary caregiver will need to provide basic information, including the applicant’s income and required care needs.

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

The Optional State Supplementation (OSS) Program

The Optional State Supplementation (OSS) program provides financial assistance toward room and board for low-income Florida seniors already living in residential care facilities. The program’s payment varies depending on the type of care an individual receives, up to a maximum of $239 monthly for individuals and $487 for couples.

Applicants must be 65 or older (unless disabled) and currently residing in a care facility to qualify. Individual applicants should have a monthly income not exceeding $828.40. For couples, the maximum monthly income is $1,656.80. Income limits are moderately higher for applicants living in mental health care facilities. Asset limits also apply, and applicants will find the guidelines similar to those for Medicaid approval. Interested individuals can visit ACCESS Florida for further information or to apply.

VA Aid and Attendance Program

The VA Aid and Attendance Program provides financial assistance to eligible veterans and surviving spouses in need of assisted living. To qualify, applicants must be over the age of 65 and need help with activities of daily living. The program’s funding is meant to offset the costs of assisted living.

The eligibility requirements are complex, factoring in unreimbursed medical expenses, and application to the program can be confusing. Potential applicants should visit their local VA benefits office for further information and to apply.

Assisted Living Bridge Loans

For individuals or families in need of short-term funding for assisted living, bridge loans can provide up to 12 months of payments and may be ideal for seniors awaiting benefit approval or funds from a home sale. Bridge loans can also be used to cover initial expenses of assisted living, such as move-in costs. 

Because a single loan can have multiple borrowers, the importance of individual creditworthiness diminishes, improving approval odds, and since family members generally apply for bridge loans, the age and health of the senior receiving services don’t impact the chance of approval. Lenders do require information about the anticipated source of permanent funding.

Bridge loans can be taken as lump-sum disbursements or as a line of credit. Once an application is submitted, the loan’s approval time is often very fast. For additional information on assisted living bridge loans, contact Elderlife Financial Services.

Assisted Living Resources in Pensacola

Senior Centers

Older Pensacola residents can choose from several community centers offering senior programming. The city’s senior centers provide education, physical activity and special events to foster socialization and to enhance the overall quality of life for area seniors.

Bayview Senior Resource Center
2000 East Lloyd Street, Pensacola, FL 32503
(850) 436-5190

Wesco Senior Center
904 N. 57th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32506
(850) 453-7431

Beulah Senior Citizens Center and Community Park
7425 Woodside Road, Pensacola, FL 32526
(850) 941-6057

Agencies on Aging

Seniors in need of community resources can contact these local agencies, which specialize in the needs of the aging. Several local agencies provide information, referrals and support to area seniors, as well as their families and caregivers. Council on Aging of West Florida, Inc.
875 Royce Street, Pensacola, FL 32503
(850) 432-1475 Northwest Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
5090 Commerce Park Circle, Pensacola, FL 32505
(850) 494-7101

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