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Deer Creek Senior Housing
Senior Living & Independent Living · Gainesville, FL
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Deer Creek Senior Housing

Senior Living & Independent Living · Gainesville, Florida
2166 Nw 55Th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Deer Creek Senior Housing

Spend your golden years at Deer Creek Senior Housing, a purposely built 62+ community in Gainesville, FL, offering independent living. Specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are available in a vibrant and friendly environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay. The community also provides income restrictions to ease financial burdens.

Residents gain easy access to unending leisure and wellness opportunities with thriving shops and recreational spaces nearby. Delightful restaurants also surround the area, providing residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include an entertainment room, a game room, a craft room, a fitness center, and an outside picnic area, creating the ideal setting for a vibrant lifestyle.

(352) 364-4977
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Types of Care at Deer Creek Senior Housing

Independent Living
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100 Rank #683 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 683rd 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSecured Entrance

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Facility
Cyber Lounge
Game And Craft Room
Multipurpose Entertainment Room
Picnic Area
24 Hour Maintenance
Resort Style Pool
Walking Trail
Pet Friendly

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$1,088 - $1,315 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Gainesville's city center to Deer Creek Senior Housing's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Senior Living in Florida

Deer Creek Senior Housing is located in Gainesville, Florida.
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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).
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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
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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.
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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).
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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).
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Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Deer Creek Senior Housing

Is Deer Creek Senior Housing in a walkable area?

Deer Creek Senior Housing has a walk score of 42. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Deer Creek Senior Housing?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Deer Creek Senior Housing in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Deer Creek Senior Housing?

Deer Creek Senior Housing is located at 2166 NW 55th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653.

What is the phone number of Deer Creek Senior Housing?

(352) 364-4977 will put you in contact with the team at Deer Creek Senior Housing.

Is Deer Creek Senior Housing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Deer Creek Senior Housing is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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