The Harmony House of Ocala

Overview of The Harmony House of Ocala

The Harmony House of Ocala is a 54-bed for-profit assisted living facility located in Ocala, Florida. Operated by Harmony House Alf LLC and managed by administrator Katherine Hack Earnest, the residential community offers a small-scale living layout. The property functions as an option for seniors requiring standard personal care, short-term respite stays, or post-acute physical rehabilitation tracks.

Government compliance profiles tracked by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration reflect an intensely scrutinized history, registering 84 total deficiencies across 59 inspection cycles over 13 years. This operational frequency averages 5.6 citations annually, a metric that sits 22% worse than the standard Florida state baseline.

State field logs identify an ongoing compliance pattern: 58 of the 59 historical reviews resulted in citations, establishing a 98% citation rate with only one error-free audit since 2012. Historical records document major deficiency clusters, including an 11-citation audit in November 2014 and an 8-citation review in November 2020, with recurrent themes spanning physical plant safety, medication assistance, food service standards, resident rights, admissions paperwork, background screening, and employee certifications in CPR and Alzheimer’s care. While recent reviews in March 2024 and March 2025 indicated smaller findings restricted to staffing levels, physical plant maintenance, and elopement standards, the property has been assessed 11 administrative fines totaling $30,100.

Regarding daily facility operations, around-the-clock staffing incorporates licensed nursing oversight to handle medication tracking and health monitoring. The culinary department prepares chef-style meals daily, while a multilingual staff base accommodates residents communicating in English, Spanish, German, Hebrew, Korean, and Sign Language. For peer socialization, internal teams execute a weekly recreational agenda featuring arts and crafts, physical exercise classes, musical programs, table games, and organized social outings. Financial access is supported through the integration of Medicaid waiver plans alongside private pay.

Prospective representatives evaluating long-term care options should carefully examine the provider’s persistent 98% citation history and direct remediation logs before coordinating placement. The 54-capacity residential framework is designed for individuals who require routine physical assistance or specialized multi-language support within a smaller community environment.

(352) 237-4544

54-bed community

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

Walk Score: 0 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 30, 2024

ExpirationNovember 29, 2026

CountyMarion

License Number5828

RCFE NumberALF# 5828

The Harmony House of Ocala is legally operated by Harmony House Alf Llc, and administrated by Katherine Hack Earnest.

Management CompanyAURORA CARE MANAGEMENT LLC

Owner NameHarmony House Alf LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Optional State Supplement

44 units

Private

10 units

Total beds

54 units

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety Features24/7 staffing and emergency systems in place.

Staffing

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

English German Hebrew Korean Sign Language Spanish

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Food DescriptionEnjoy three chef-prepared meals each day, plus snacks available throughout the day to keep residents energized and satisfied.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 84 citations 59 inspections 11 fines $30.1K fined

Inspection Score

20 points below 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.
11
vs 5 avg
↑ 120% higher than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$30.1k
vs $11.6k
↑ 159% higher than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 14 years (since 2012).

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 2012 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection March 12, 2025 Routine

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.	84	33	This facility has 155% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (84 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 155% worse Rank #865 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 865th 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 2012.	6	2.4	This facility has 150% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (6 vs. FL avg 2.4).↑ 150% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.4	1.3	This facility has 8% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.4 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 8% worse Rank #633 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 633rd 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.	59	26	This facility has 127% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (59 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 127% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	42	16	This facility has 163% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (42 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 163% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	71%	62%	This facility has 9 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (71% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 9% worse Rank #716 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 716th 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 routine inspection cited two Class 3 deficiencies for staffing standards and physical plant safety.
Recent deficiencies consistently involved resident care supervision, staffing, and physical plant safety across multiple inspections since 2012.
November 10, 2020 routine inspection found eight Class 3 deficiencies including admissions, training, records, dietary standards, and resident contracts.

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Activities in this home

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

4.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ocala's city center to The Harmony House of Ocala's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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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What languages are spoken at The Harmony House of Ocala?

The team at The Harmony House of Ocala speaks English, German, Hebrew, Korean, Sign Language, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of The Harmony House of Ocala?

The legal owner and operator of The Harmony House of Ocala is Harmony House Alf Llc.

What is the license number of The Harmony House of Ocala?

According to FL state health department records, The Harmony House of Ocala's license number is 5828.

When does The Harmony House of Ocala's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, The Harmony House of Ocala's license expires on November 29, 2026.

What payment types does The Harmony House of Ocala accept?

The Harmony House of Ocala accepts Medicaid.

Does The Harmony House of Ocala operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Harmony House of Ocala is registered as a for-profit in FL.

Who is the administrator of The Harmony House of Ocala?

Katherine Hack Earnest is the administrator of The Harmony House of Ocala.

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