Assisted Living in Lake City, Florida
6 communities found
Families comparing senior living in Lake City, Florida have 6 licensed assisted living communities to consider across Columbia County, with a combined licensed capacity of 495 beds.
Lake City leans toward larger communities: the median facility is licensed for 82 beds, and 2 are licensed for 100 or more.
The largest is Robert H Jenkins Jr Veterans Domiciliary Home Of Florida, licensed for 150 residents.
All listings below come from Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licensing records, so you can compare every licensed option in town — care types, community size, and location — with no sign-up required.
If you're open to a short drive, nearby community in Fort White adds more options within Columbia County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many assisted living facilities are in Lake City, Florida?
There are 6 licensed assisted living facilities in Lake City, Florida (Columbia County), with a combined licensed capacity of 495 beds. All are licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
How much does assisted living cost in Lake City, Florida?
Florida's statewide median for assisted living is $5,610 per month for a private one-bedroom, according to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, below the national median of $6,200. Prices in Lake City vary with apartment size, care level, and amenities, so contact communities directly through this page for current pricing.
How do I choose an assisted living facility in Lake City?
Start by comparing the licensed communities in Lake City on care type, size, and location, then tour your top two or three. On a tour, ask about staff-to-resident ratios, care plans, month-to-month costs, and what happens if care needs increase.
Are assisted living facilities in Lake City small homes or large communities?
The median licensed community in Lake City has 82 beds. None are small homes licensed for six or fewer residents, and 2 are licensed for 100 or more. Small homes tend to offer the same few caregivers every day, while larger communities usually have more activities, amenities, and staff on each shift.
Does Lake City have memory care or other senior care options?
Florida does not yet issue a separate memory care license, so whether a Lake City community offers a secured memory care wing, and which specialty licenses it holds (Extended Congregate Care or Limited Nursing Services), has to be confirmed with each community. You can verify any facility's license on AHCA's FloridaHealthFinder, or contact us and a senior care specialist will help you shortlist options at no cost.