The Harbor House of Ocala
Assisted Living · Florida, FL
The Harbor House of Ocala
Assisted Living · Florida, FL
The Harbor House of Ocala accepts Medicaid and Veteran Affairs Benefits.
Harbor House of Ocala Assisted Living is a trusted community located in Dunnellon, Florida. It specializes in providing personalized support in a warm and welcoming environment, helping every resident live life fully at every stage. The community offers expert nursing care, personalized rehabilitation, and compassionate support.
60-bed community Rank #699 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 699th out of 1065 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #336 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 336th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceNovember 30, 2024
ExpirationNovember 29, 2026
CountyMarion
License Number8142
RCFE NumberALF# 8142
The Harbor House of Ocala is legally operated by Harbor House Alf Llc, and administrated by Patricia A. Cook.
Management CompanyAURORA CARE MANAGEMENT LLC
Owner NameHarbor House Alf LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Private
60 units
Total beds
60 units
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesSafe, secure environment with 24/7 staffing and emergency systems.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Creole
English
German
Spanish
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
24/7 Care
Personalized Care Plans
Nutritious Meals
Wellness And Fitness Programs
Safe And Secure Environment
Comfortable Living Spaces
Engaging Community Life
ActivitiesEach day features games, crafts, music, and movies that keep residents engaged and uplifted. Special events and outings offer opportunities for connection and fun.
Food DescriptionEnjoy three chef-prepared meals each day, plus snacks available throughout the day to keep residents energized and satisfied.
Inspection History
In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.
Since 2013 · 13 years of data
44 citations
40 inspections
6 fines
$10.5K fined
Legal Actions
Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.
This Facility
FL Average
vs. FL Avg
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0vs 3 avg↓ 100% fewer than FL avg
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6vs 5 avg↑ 20% higher than FL avg
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$10.5kvs $11.6k↓ 10% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 13 years (since 2013).
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2013 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (33% above)
• Citations per year (36% above)
• Total inspections (54% above)
• Inspections with citations (38% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (15% below)
• Inspection citation rate (11% below)
• Total citations (33% above)
• Citations per year (36% above)
• Total inspections (54% above)
• Inspections with citations (38% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (15% below)
• Inspection citation rate (11% below)
Latest Inspection
May 8, 2025
Complaint
Citations
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This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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44 | 33 | This facility has 33% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (44 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 33% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2013.
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3.4 | 2.5 | This facility has 36% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.4 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 36% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
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1.1 | 1.3 | This facility has 15% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 15% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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40 | 26 | This facility has 54% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (40 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 54% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
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22 | 16 | This facility has 38% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (22 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 38% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
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55% | 62% | This facility has 7 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (55% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 7% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
THE HARBOR HOUSE OF OCALA was last inspected on 2025-05-08, with no deficiencies cited. During the reporting period from 2012-10-08 to 2025-05-08, a total of 39 inspections were conducted, with 43 line items identified as deficiencies across those inspections. The most common themes included building maintenance and physical plant issues, as well as concerns related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, infection control, dietary services, and emergency planning. In response to these findings, the facility has implemented corrections to address the cited deficiencies, ultimately achieving a status of No Deficiencies in its latest inspection.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsActivities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Cooking Classes
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
- Yoga
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The Harbor House of Ocala is located in DUNNELLON, Florida.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Harbor House of Ocala
What languages are spoken at The Harbor House of Ocala?
The team at The Harbor House of Ocala speaks Creole, English, German, and Spanish.
Who is the owner of The Harbor House of Ocala?
The legal owner and operator of The Harbor House of Ocala is Harbor House Alf Llc.
Is The Harbor House of Ocala in a walkable area?
The Harbor House of Ocala has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of The Harbor House of Ocala?
According to FL state health department records, The Harbor House of Ocala's license number is 8142.
When does The Harbor House of Ocala's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, The Harbor House of Ocala's license expires on November 29, 2026.
What payment types does The Harbor House of Ocala accept?
The Harbor House of Ocala accepts Medicaid, Other, and VA.
Does The Harbor House of Ocala operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Harbor House of Ocala is registered as a for-profit in FL.
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