Ocala Senior Living

Overview of Ocala Senior Living

Ocala Senior Living in Ocala, Florida, offers memory care, independent living, respite care, and assisted living services tailored to seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, Ocala Senior Living provides peace of mind to families in the community.

70-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 32 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)

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About this community

AwardsBest Assisted Living in Ocala, FL

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 9, 2024

ExpirationJuly 8, 2026

CountyMarion

License Number9315

State License TypesAL9315

Ocala Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Senior Living Ocala Llc, and administrated by Aaron C Gray.

Management CompanyOcala Mgr. LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

70 units

Total beds

70 units

Secured Perimeter

Grab Bars

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety Featuresemergency response system

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

English Spanish

Accept Medicaid

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Fitness Center

Library

Salon

Barber

Spa

Dining Room

Restaurant

Courtyard

Garden

Patio

Movie Theater

Transportation

Housekeeping

ActivitiesResidents can participate in many scheduled activities and outings to local points of interest.

Wellness ProgramPersonalized care plans tailored to each resident’s unique needs, with 24-hour resident care and assistance with daily living activities.

Specific ProgramsFinancial Planning

Operating HoursMonday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday 00:00-23:59

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy chef-prepared meals in an elegant dining room.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 33 citations 34 inspections 3 fines $6.5K fined

Inspection Score

2 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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

Fines Total number of fines issued.
3
vs 5 avg
↓ 40% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$6.5k
vs $11.6k
↓ 44% 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

Latest Inspection March 12, 2025 Complaint

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	33	33	This facility has total citations in line with the Florida average (33 vs. FL avg 33).— At avg Rank #514 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 514th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2013.	2.5	2.5	This facility has citations per year in line with the Florida average (2.5 vs. FL avg 2.5).— At avg
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1	1.3	This facility has 23% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 23% better Rank #167 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 167th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	34	26	This facility has 31% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (34 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 31% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	19	16	This facility has 19% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 19% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	56%	62%	This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (56% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 6% better Rank #449 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 449th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

March 12, 2025 complaint inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints substantiated.
August 13, 2024 routine inspection cited two Class 3 deficiencies for infection control procedures and reporting requirements.
February 18, 2016 routine inspection cited multiple Class 3 and one Class 4 deficiencies involving admissions, staffing, training, and dietary standards.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Cooking Classes
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies

12.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ocala's city center to Ocala Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.12 miles to nearest hospital (HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, a part of HCA Florida Ocala Hospital)

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).


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What languages are spoken at Ocala Senior Living?

The team at Ocala Senior Living speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Ocala Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Ocala Senior Living is Pacifica Senior Living Ocala Llc.

Is Ocala Senior Living in a walkable area?

Ocala Senior Living has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Ocala Senior Living?

According to FL state health department records, Ocala Senior Living's license number is 9315.

When does Ocala Senior Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Ocala Senior Living's license expires on July 8, 2026.

Does Ocala Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Ocala Senior Living on this page.

What payment types does Ocala Senior Living accept?

Ocala Senior Living accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid.

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