Canterfield of Ocala is a 93-bed assisted living community with six independent villa units, set in a three-story building, and you'll find all sorts of bright and airy spaces throughout. The community welcomes adults aged 55 and over, with assisted living, independent living, and memory care services available for residents needing different levels of help. You'll see that they cover most needs, like help with bathing, dressing, medication management, transfers, walking, and wheelchair use, and they've got 24-hour nurses and caregivers on site, with emergency alert systems in every room. New residents get move-in coordination to help them settle in, and support services include weekly housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning, concierge services, and family support when needed. Larry lifts help folks who need extra assistance moving around, there's physical and occupational therapy available, and the staff can help set up doctor visits, provide blood work, and even go along to appointments if needed. Residents get transportation services for errands or day trips, free Wi-Fi throughout the community, and there's parking on the grounds, including oversized garages for those who drive.
Bedrooms come in studio, single-room, and larger villa layouts, with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, furnished options, walk-in closets, and washer/dryer units. Most apartments include all utilities except phone and cable, plus air conditioning, cable TV, telephones, and high-speed internet. The community has a focus on regular activities, with a full-time activities coordinator planning group outings, cooking classes, live music or dance, art classes, trivia games, karaoke, happy hours, garden clubs, Wii bowling, water aerobics, and big holiday or birthday parties. Residents can join faith-based and devotional activities offsite if that's important to them.
Meals come from the community dining room or the restaurant-style Paddock Café, and the options cover vegetarian, international, keto, kosher, low-sodium, allergy-friendly, and traditional diets, with all-day dining and food made by professional chefs. Canterfield of Ocala's pet policy allows dogs and cats in certain units, which means some residents can keep their animals with them. Common spaces include outdoor patios, gardens, a secured courtyard, walking paths, a gym, library, arts and crafts areas, movie theater, Canterbury Theatre, Starting Gate Lounge, a piano room, and activity and game rooms. There's a barber and beauty salon offering on-site haircuts and barber services.
For those with greater needs, memory care and skilled nursing services are offered, with programs tailored for residents with memory loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, and respite stays available for short-term care. Canterfield of Ocala is backed by Medical Development Corporation and is part of a larger network across the Southeast, including sister communities in Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina. The community accepts VA benefits, offers assistance for veterans, and provides both short- and long-term care, all while supporting wellness and recreational opportunities to help residents stay active and social. Pricing details, brochures, tours, and answers to frequently asked questions are available by request.
