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Rosecastle of Citrus in Lecanto, FL

Rosecastle of Citrus is an assisted living and memory care community in Lecanto, FL.

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Rosecastle of Citrus in Lecanto, FL

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  • Interior

    A sunlit room with a table and chairs surrounded by plants and large windows.
  • Decor

    An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring decorative elements on the walls.
  • Living Room

    A spacious living room with comfortable seating and a high vaulted ceiling.
  • Building

    A church building with a bright, clear sky and surrounding greenery.
  • Architecture

    Floor plan of a studio apartment approximately 350 sq. ft.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a colorful striped bedspread and decorative pillows, an armchair, a wooden dresser, and a coffee table with decorative items.
  • Windows

    An outdoor patio area with green plastic chairs and tables, adorned with flower boxes on the windowsills.
  • Dining

    An empty dining area with tables and chairs arranged neatly.
  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a microwave, refrigerator, and small sink.
  • Garden

    A patio area with a glass table and chairs under a large umbrella, surrounded by greenery.
  • Floor Plan

    Floor plan of a Studio Deluxe apartment, approximately 330 sq. ft.
  • Bathroom

    Floor plan of a two-person suite featuring one bedroom and deluxe amenities.
  • Game Room

    A billiard table setup with cues and balls in a recreational area.
  • Apartment Design

    A detailed floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment showing layout and room dimensions.

279 North Lecanto Highway, Lecanto, FL 34461

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4.3 from 140 reviews
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4 stars
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Rosecastle of Citrus Costs & Pricing

Rosecastle of Citrus offers competitive pricing across various room types, positioning itself as an attractive option within both Citrus County and the broader Florida market. For semi-private rooms, Rosecastle charges $2,300, which is significantly lower than the county average of $2,673 and the state average of $3,009. The studio apartments are priced at $3,300, closely aligning with Citrus County's average but notably more affordable than the statewide price of $3,823. One-bedroom units are available for $3,900 at Rosecastle, which is slightly higher than the county's average of $3,577 but still comfortably below Florida's overall rate of $3,864. Lastly, their two-bedroom options are priced at $4,200 - again offering a better value compared to both Citrus County's average of $4,532 and the state's average of $4,711. Overall, Rosecastle of Citrus provides a compelling value proposition for potential residents seeking quality accommodations in a welcoming community environment.

Floor plansRosecastle of CitrusCitrus CountyFlorida
Semi-Private$2,300$2,673$3,009
Studio$3,300$3,299$3,823
1 Bedroom$3,900$3,577$3,864
2 Bedrooms$4,200$4,532$4,711

Overall Review of Rosecastle of Citrus

common 45 reviews mention this

Staff support feels personal

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who go out of their way to help.

Many reviews emphasize that the staff is caring, kind, and responsive to families, including when care needs change. Several residents are described as safe, watched with “careful eyes,” and treated with respect and love. Office and healthcare personnel are also described as helpful and understanding, with families feeling supported during move-in and day-to-day needs.

common 22 reviews mention this

Clean, welcoming facility

Reviews frequently mention a consistently clean, welcoming community.

Cleanliness comes up often, including mentions that the building is always clean, no unpleasant smells, and rooms and common areas feel maintained. Multiple reviewers also describe a pleasant arrival experience, such as a welcoming lobby and an overall well-kept look. Cleanliness is paired with the feeling that the facility is comfortable and helps residents and families feel at ease.

common 26 reviews mention this

Activities and outings keep people busy

Residents are described as staying engaged through daily activities and outings.

Reviews frequently mention planned activities, including groups and events like bingo, movies, cards, and happy-hour style gatherings. Families also describe outings and community-sponsored events, with some reviewers saying their loved ones are active and genuinely enjoy participating. The community is also described as having resident-friendly spaces for socializing and events.

common 14 reviews mention this

Food is a common talking point

Dining experiences are often described positively, with residents staying engaged at meals.

Several reviews mention good food and a positive dining experience, including residents enjoying meals and activities around food. Some reviewers also describe dietary attention, like diabetes-related options, as part of the dining setup. Overall, dining comes across as an area where many families feel satisfied.

  • An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring decorative elements on the walls.
  • An empty dining area with tables and chairs arranged neatly.
differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Memory care feels safer and staffed

Families describe memory care as well cared for and able to support wandering needs.

Reviews that focus on memory care describe residents as safe and comfortable, with staff attention that helps families feel reassured. One reviewer notes memory care residents can roam the facility with someone accompanying them, reflecting an approach to maintaining familiarity while still providing supervision. Others describe dedicated memory care programming and that residents appear happy and engaged there.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Care and staffing concerns surface

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing availability and follow-through.

A small set of reviews describe problems with getting help for bathing or showers, including long waits and situations where families felt forced to step in. Other comments also mention canceled or limited activities during a period when an activities director was reportedly unavailable. At least one review also describes communication issues when trying to reach leadership about concerns.

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Features

Housing

  • 80 resident community capacity 80 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • BBQs or picnics BBQs or picnics
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Lecanto, Florida, this neighborhood offers a variety of medical services including family care, allergy and asthma treatment, pediatric care, oncology, and dermatology. There are several pharmacies nearby for convenient access to medications. The area also features hospitals and healthcare facilities within a short distance. Residents can enjoy dining options at various restaurants serving a range of cuisines. For leisure or relaxation, there are parks and places of worship within the vicinity. Additionally, seniors can socialize at local cafes for a cup of coffee or pastry. This neighborhood provides a peaceful and convenient location for senior living with easy access to essential services and amenities.

Physicians

  • Allen Ridge Family Care Center (0.2 miles)
  • Advanced Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (0.2 miles)
  • Nature Coast Pediatrics (0.2 miles)
  • Robert Boissoneault Oncology Institute (0.2 miles)
  • Suncoast Dermatology And Skin Surgery Center (0.3 miles)
  • Citrus Surgery Center (0.3 miles)
  • Cypress Healing Art Center (1.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Brashear's Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (3.4 miles)
  • Drug Dealer's (3.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lecanto Surgery Center (1 miles)
  • Pet Services of Florida (3.2 miles)
  • Bayfront Health Seven Rivers - Wound Care Center (5.9 miles)
  • Laboratory Corporation of America (6.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.7 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.7 miles)
  • World Fusion (1.9 miles)
  • Skyview Clubhouse (2.7 miles)
  • Taverna Manos (2.8 miles)
  • Burger King (3.3 miles)
  • New China Chinese Restaurant (3.5 miles)

Parks

  • Rockwood Park (2.5 miles)
  • Fire Station Park (6.8 miles)
  • Hunter Springs Park (6.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Church of God (3.2 miles)
  • Iglesia Pan De Vida (3.6 miles)
  • St Timothy Lutheran Church (5.9 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church (6 miles)
  • Calvary Church (6 miles)
  • Tree of Life Lutheran Church (6.2 miles)
  • Homosassa Springs Church of Christ (6.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters (3.4 miles)
  • New England Pastry & Cafe (3.8 miles)
  • Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters (6.9 miles)

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