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Southwest Retirement senior care home is located in Gainesville, Florida near clothing, grocery and convenience stores. Loved ones praise the well-guided tours, home-style atmosphere, welcoming environment and caring, patient staff. Visitors mention the fully furnished rooms and nutritious chef-prepared meals. Loved ones mention the exceptional medication management, the on-site house doctor, daily laundry service and rooms which are cable ready for entertainment and the different exercise and wellness activities that are available. Residents appreciate the transportation service provided for shopping, day trips and medical appointments.

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An explanation of retirement living costs. Visit to learn more about finding the right retirement community or to find a retirement community near you.

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As the population ages and Baby Boomers face the realities of paying for care for their parents and for themselves, it becomes clear that the biggest hurdle to senior care is paying for it.

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According to <a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Genworth&rsquo;s&nbsp;2018 Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study, assisted living costs in Gainesville&nbsp;are slightly lower than the national average of $4,000, and $275 higher than the state average of $3,500. Costs for assisted living in Gainesville&nbsp;are comparable to Deltona ($3,850) and the North Port Area ($3,874), while assisted living in both Naples ($5,448) and The Villages ($5,031) is more costly than Gainesville.&nbsp;

Assisted Living Costs in Gainesville

Costs for senior care vary based on the location, level of care and type of service. In Gainesville,&nbsp;nursing home care in a semiprivate room is more than double the cost of assisted living. In-home health aide and homemaker services cost about the same as assisted living. When comparing the true cost of residential services with nonresidential care options, it’s important to&nbsp;consider&nbsp;daily living expenses such as property taxes, utilities, maintenance and food that are usually included with residential care services for seniors.&nbsp;&nbsp; Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart 
<li>Assisted living: $3,775</li>
<li>Homemaker services: $3,813</li>
<li>Home health aide: $3,813</li>
<li>Adult day health: $1,387</li>
<li>Nursing home care (semiprivate room): $8,060</li>

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Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Gainesville

Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension Supplement 
 
Veterans who have been honorably discharged and their surviving spouses may be eligible for a VA pension top-up benefit if they have a disability that impacts their ability to care for themselves.&nbsp; 
 
Known as the <a href="https://www.va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">VA Aid and Attendance</a>&nbsp;benefit, this pension top-up is open to veterans who are already receiving a regular VA pension. Note that this program excludes&nbsp;veterans who receive a VA disability pension. 
 
To qualify for these benefits, applicants must have at least one of the following conditions:&nbsp;

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	<li>Be bedridden for a significant portion of the day due to permanent disability or illness</li>
	<li>Require assistance from a caregiver to complete daily living tasks such as bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding and managing a prosthetic device</li>
	<li>Have corrected vision in both eyes that tests at 5/200 or worse</li>
	<li>Suffer from concentric contraction of the visual field measuring 5 or fewer degrees</li>
	<li>Currently reside in a nursing home or skilled nursing facility as a result of decreased mental or physical abilities</li>
	 
	 
	 
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	<li>VA Housebound Pension Top-Up&nbsp; 
	 
	Veterans and their surviving spouses who are restricted to their primary residence the majority of the time as a result of a permanent disability may qualify for the VA Housebound pension top-up benefit.&nbsp; 
	 
	Note that this benefit is available for applicants who have been assessed at 100 percent disabled according to VA guidelines, and the disability does not need to be service-related.&nbsp; 
	 
	Qualified applicants may apply to both the VA Aid and Attendance and the Housebound Benefits program; however, they can collect benefits from only one program at a time.&nbsp; 
	 
	To learn more about these pension top-up programs for veterans, contact the Gainesville&nbsp;Vet Center at (352) 331-1408.&nbsp;</li>
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Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

The average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,775 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 Assisted Living Community in Gainesville and several in surrounding areas. <ul><li>Assisted living: $3,775</li><li>Nursing home semi-private room: $8,060</li><li>In-home care: $3,813</li><li>Adult day health services: $1,387</li></ul>

Assisted Living in Gainesville, FL

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Medicaid is a nationwide health coverage program that provides low-income, low-asset children, adults and seniors with a range of preventative health services such as screening for chronic diseases. Medicaid is a joint federal-state program that most states opt to administer through a branch of the state government, although some states contract out Medicaid administration to a private insurance company.&nbsp; 
 
The services provided through Medicaid vary from state to state, and some states offer extended coverage that includes funding for assisted living.&nbsp; 
 
Florida residents age 65 and older may qualify for Medicaid if both their income and assets fall within the maximum limits of the Medicaid program. Single applicants can earn no more than $2,313 per month, and their total countable assets must not exceed $2,000 in value, while married couples applying for Medicaid together cannot have a monthly income greater than $4,626 and own countable assets valued at more than $3,000.&nbsp; 
 
Seniors who meet the income and asset qualifications for Medicaid in Florida are eligible for enrollment&nbsp;in the <a href="http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/smmcltc.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Statewide Medicaid Managed&nbsp;Care program</a>&nbsp;administered by the <a href="http://ahca.myflorida.com/Medicaid/statewide_mc/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Florida Agency for Health Care Administration</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 
The <a href="https://www.flmedicaidmanagedcare.com/ltc/programinformation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Long-Term Care&nbsp;Managed Care Program</a>&nbsp;provides seniors with access to a wide range of long-term care services including assisted living facility services.&nbsp; 
 
For more information about Medicaid in Florida, contact the Department of Elder Affairs at (850) 414-2000.&nbsp; 
 
To apply to the&nbsp;SMMC&nbsp;program, contact <a href="https://agingresources.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Elder Options in Gainesville</a>&nbsp;at (800) 963-5337.&nbsp;

Medicaid in Florida

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Assisted Living Resources in Gainesville

A number of local government and not-for-profit agencies and church groups offer support to seniors, including assistance with transportation to medical appointments, help securing medical coverage and low-cost meal programs.&nbsp;

Community Assistance Agencies

Gainesville&nbsp;is home to a number of social groups geared toward older adults, many of which are based out of the newly constructed Gainesville/Alachua County Senior Recreation Center. This 17,000-square-foot facility offers a wide range of&nbsp;activities for seniors, including exercise classes, health education, lunch clubs and opportunities to connect with the community. The City of Gainesville&nbsp;operates&nbsp;some senior-orientated programs through the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department.&nbsp;

Senior Centers in Gainesville

Gainesville&nbsp;is home to many services and organizations geared toward veterans, including the Malcom&nbsp;Randall VA Medical Center, which provides a complete range of primary and specialty care services. There is also a local Vet Center, an active American Legion Post and a Veterans of Foreign&nbsp;Wars Post.&nbsp;

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Reviews of Gainesville Assisted Living Facilities

Brookdale Gainesville Southwest offers a homelike setting with cheerful smiles and assistance from the professional staff. The community offers respect for independence while providing assistance, while the peaceful setting, restaurant-style dining experience and activities combine to create a wonderful living environment every day. The genuine caring staff, home-style meals, daily activities and ongoing cultural enrichment programs offer unlimited opportunities for residents to get to know one another. With special events and activities clubs, there is always something going on at Brookdale Gainesville Southwest. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://quality.healthfinder.fl.gov/">Florida Agency of Health Care Administration</a>

Charter Senior Living of Gainesville

The newly renovated Holiday Atrium at Gainesville is a pet-friendly, independent senior living community located in Gainesville, Florida, just minutes from Devil's Millhopper Geological State
Park. 

 Atrium at Gainesville features spacious senior apartments available in studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Each unit includes modern amenities like a kitchenette or full kitchen, basic cable TV and individual thermostat control. Covered parking is available. 

 Community grounds are well-maintained and feature a patio area, garden, walking paths, and heated, screened-in swimming pool with clubhouse. Indoor common spaces are designed to
foster engagement and include a bistro, fitness center and game room. A well-stocked library is available for book clubs or solo readers, and residents enjoy the convenience of an on-site
barber shop and beauty salon, along with a large screen TV lounge. 

 The community offers a wide range of all-inclusive services and amenities, such as housekeeping and light linen services, plus a calendar of social events. Three freshly prepared meals are served each day in the dining room, with a variety of menu options crafted by the culinary team. Scheduled transportation is available for appointments, outings and errands. 

 Upon move-in, each resident receives a wearable Lively® Mobile Plus GPS device, which provides 24/7 emergency assistance both within the community and outside it. Physical and occupational therapy and home care services are available on-site from third-party providers for an additional cost. 

 Atrium at Gainesville is less than a 10-minute drive from Publix Grocery, HCA Florida Healthcare North Florida Hospital and the Florida Museum.

 To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://quality.healthfinder.fl.gov/">Florida Agency of Health Care Administration</a>

Atrium at Gainesville

Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place Memory Care is a pet-friendly assisted living community in Gainesville, FL where we put our residents first by providing compassionate care and quality assistance with daily routines. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. With the University of Florida and numerous conservation areas close by, access to top-notch cultural, educational, and recreational activities is easily accessible to our residents. Keeping our residents engaged and offering them the opportunity to thrive in mind and body is essential to our staff. We coordinate fun activities that are as varied as the friends you will meet here. There is something for everyone including Happy Hours, Bingo, and Walking Clubs, and we never miss an opportunity to cheer on the Florida Gators. We have an adjacent sister memory care community for Alzheimer's and Dementia Care. Access to this additional level of care on-site provides comfort and peace of mind that is important to you and your loved ones. Schedule a visit to explore our senior living community in Gainesville Florida.

Radiance of Gainesville

It&#39;s easy to see why Gainesville is recognized as one of Florida&#39;s most livable cities, as it&#39;s found in the heart of beautiful, warm north-central Florida. It offers the perfect setting for Brookdale Hunter&#39;s Crossing II (formerly Clare Bridge of Gainesville), where we provide extraordinary Alzheimer&#39;s and dementia care to seniors. Our community features peaceful surroundings and a homelike ambiance. Combined with individualized care from specially trained staff, our residents feel a sense of reassurance and meaning in their everyday lives.

Our community is proud to be a part of Brookdale. One of the nation&#39;s leading senior living providers, Brookdale has been dedicated to offering superb elderly care and living options since 1978.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

At Brookdale Hunter&#39;s Crossing II, we have incorporated many special features in our unique building design in order to aid those who experience memory loss. Large circular paths and direction cues lead residents to activity areas, and small cozy spaces are decorated like in a private home.

Our community offers a safe living environment, where external doors are alarmed and there are several enclosed walking areas, where residents can safely stroll as they please without fear of danger or getting lost.

Our private and companion suites are comfortable and homey, with private bathrooms and the choice of vinyl or wall-to-wall carpeting. Residential suites are furnished and residents are welcome to decorate them with their own mementos and items so their personal spaces feel like home.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

The Clare Bridge Daily Path allows us to focus on the individual needs of each resident and family we serve. Our services are built around maintaining structure in each day, while still offering the mental and physical stimulation that our residents require for good health. We have specially designed individual and group activities that offer a sense of purpose, meaning and belonging to our residents.

Our dining program includes dementia-friendly menus, individualized dining assistance, consistent seating arrangements and a supportive environment to successfully complete meals.

Brookdale Hunter&#39;s Crossing II is a community that will care for your loved one with understanding, regard and compassion.

Trustwell Living at Hunters Crossing Place

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