Compare Assisted Living around Lake County
The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
| The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community | AL HC IL MC NC RC NH | Mt Dora | 100
Facility
100
FL AVG
89
Rank
#442 / 1074 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
FL AVG
40
Rank
#590 / 1486 | Waterman Communities, Inc | 89
Facility
89
FL AVG
83
Rank
#342 / 876 | 24 | 58.3%
Facility
58.3%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#501 / 919 | 25
Facility
25
FL AVG
33
Rank
#401 / 919 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#167 / 919 | Not-For-Profit | $5,625 | Ingrid Piedrahita | - |
| Lakeside at Waterman Village Retirement Community | AL HC IL MC NC RC NH | Mt Dora | - | No |
50
Facility
50
FL AVG
40
Rank
#524 / 1486 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Madison at Ocoee | AL MC RC | Ocoee | 105
Facility
105
FL AVG
89
Rank
#410 / 1074 | Yes |
37
Facility
37
FL AVG
40
Rank
#787 / 1486 | Ocoee1818 Opco LLC | 61
Facility
61
FL AVG
83
Rank
#853 / 876 | 70 | 88.6%
Facility
88.6%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#883 / 919 | 112
Facility
112
FL AVG
33
Rank
#904 / 919 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#740 / 919 | For-Profit | $30,650 | Javier Espinosa | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Overview of The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community
The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community in Mount Dora, FL offers exceptional care services, including memory care, assisted living, post-hospital rehab, and long-term care nursing. Enjoy luxurious accommodations tailored to your individual needs and benefit from our dedicated staff’s personalized attention.
With amenities like two heated pools, multiple fitness centers, and six diverse dining venues, The Oaks provides endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation. The quality and choice of food are hard to top, offering a delightful dining experience. Engage in social activities like poker, water volleyball, or casino gaming, or unwind in one of our two spas. From woodworking to meditation, there’s always something to enrich the mind, body, and spirit. With The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community, every day is an opportunity to live life to the fullest.
Overview of Lakeside at Waterman Village Retirement Community
Lakeside at Waterman Village Retirement Community in Mount Dora, FL, redefines senior living with a blend of care services, including memory Care, assisted living, post-hospital rehab, and long-term care nursing services. Residents enjoy well-appointed accommodations tailored to their needs and experiences with personalized attention from a dedicated team.
With two heated pools, state-of-the-art fitness centers, and six exquisite dining venues, every day at Lakeside offers luxury and leisure at its finest. The top-tier food choices enhance the dining experience, while activities like poker, water volleyball, and woodworking keep residents engaged. Explore its beautifully created shared spaces and meet new companions along the way. Whether it is unwinding in the spa or meditating, Lakeside nurtures the mind, body, and spirit, making every moment meaningful.
Overview of Madison at Ocoee
Uncover the essence of vibrant living at Madison at Ocoee, FL, where personalized care meets endless possibilities for joy and independence. The team specializes in assisted living, memory care, and respite care, focusing on empowering residents to embrace their independence and passions. The highly equipped and dedicated team, available 24/7, provides attentive support, from medication management to daily assistance with personal care and services. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can receive individualized care, purpose, and engagement from an expert and specialized team.
Engage in a dynamic array of activities designed to inspire and entertain, from competitive games to invigorating exercise classes. Meet new companions and create unforgettable memories within the beautifully created spaces of this community. With Madison at Ocoee, every day is an opportunity for meaningful connection and joyful living.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Lake County, FL
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Florida?
Assisted living in Florida supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Florida?
Assisted living in Florida is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Florida Medicaid cover assisted living?
Florida Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Florida) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 3 assisted living facilities in Lake County, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Lake County, FL?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Lake County, FL, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Lake County, FL?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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