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2.8 from 43 reviews
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Overall Review of Avante At Ocala
differentiator5 reviews mention this
Rehab and therapy can work
Rehabilitation and therapy outcomes are a consistent focus in reviews.
Some residents describe meaningful rehab progress, including regaining the ability to walk and improving during a short stay. Others focus less on improvement and more on gaps in the schedule, including delayed or missing therapy and clinicians not checking in. Even so, multiple reviews tie the experience directly to therapy and rehab rather than just general supervision.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is mixed
Cleanliness shows up in reviews both positively and as a major complaint.
Several reviews say the facility is always clean, tidy, and well kept, with rooms described as neat during stays. Other residents and family members report persistent cleanliness problems, including a dirty or sticky floor and conditions they considered unacceptable. Because the cleanliness feedback swings both ways, it may be something to evaluate during a visit.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Dining quality gets strong reactions
Dining quality is a recurring point of dissatisfaction and praise.
Some reviewers say food is not very good, unappetizing, or served in a way that doesn’t match requests. Others criticize the kitchen specifically, including reports about meals not being prepared as expected and food that residents felt was inadequate. A smaller set of reviews, however, includes positive comments about dining being good, suggesting the experience may vary.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Medication and treatment timing concerns
Reviews frequently mention medication and care timing issues.
A number of family members describe medication arriving late and concerns about whether doctors and therapy visits happened when expected. Other reviews describe problems with nursing coordination around treatment needs, including delayed or inconsistent infusions and missing pain medication after a hospital transfer. At the same time, some residents report more frequent checks by clinicians during their stay, indicating the level of follow-through may differ by situation.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Call light response is inconsistent
Some residents report long waits after using the call light.
A couple of reviews specifically mention that call lights or requests weren’t answered quickly, including situations where help didn’t arrive for extended periods. These accounts also pair with broader concerns about staff being occupied, which can heighten worry when residents are at risk of falls. If you’re considering care for someone who needs timely assistance, it’s worth asking how quickly staff respond during busy hours.
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Features
Housing
133 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Marion Surgery Center (0.1 miles)
Dr Popeil (0.1 miles)
Pain Treatment Centers (0.2 miles)
Dr Seaborn Hunt OBGYN (0.2 miles)
Nagda Medical (0.3 miles)
Recharge Clinic (0.3 miles)
Hearing & Balance Solutions (0.4 miles)
Pharmacies
Rebalance Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
Rebalance Pharmacy & Wellness Center (0.3 miles)
Walgreens (0.4 miles)
Bitting's Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Eastern Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Restaurants
Miller's Ale House - Ocala (0.3 miles)
IHOP (0.7 miles)
Ocala Downtown Market Restaurant (1.1 miles)
Infinite Ale Works (1.1 miles)
Ivy on the Square (1.3 miles)
Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille (1.3 miles)
The Mojo Grill & Catering Co. (1.4 miles)
Hospitals
Lifeline Personal Emergency Response Service (0.5 miles)
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133 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Friendly staff and clean facility with attentive therapists.
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