Best Senior Living in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 senior living communities in Fort Walton Beach. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 311 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 4.3average rating, 6 rated
- 311family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
The Retreat at Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
4.5(41)
Assisted Living
Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
4.4(54)
Assisted Living
Emerald Coast Health Care
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
4.3(78)
Medicare home health · 4.0★
Brookdale Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
4.3(13)
Assisted Living
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
4.2(41)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
4(84)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Fort Walton Beach
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Retreat at Fort Walton Beach
4.5 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living· 130 units
Families largely praise The Retreat at Fort Walton Beach for its warm, attentive staff—especially the sales director Teresa—and a clean, welcoming environment for both assisted living and memory care residents. However,…
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Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach
4.4 (54 reviews)· Assisted Living· 87 units
Families describe a wide range of experiences at Belvedere Commons, with many praising long-term, compassionate staff relationships that helped residents adjust and thrive for years. However, a notable minority raised…
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4.3 (78 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviewers consistently praise the attentive, compassionate care from nurses, CNAs, and housekeeping staff, along with a smooth admissions process. Families often single out the Admissions Director for making a stressful…
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4.3 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living· 56 units
Families of residents at Brookdale Fort Walton Beach consistently describe attentive, personalized care and a clean, welcoming environment. Reviewers highlight responsive management, communication about resident health,…
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Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
4.2 (41 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Most families describe Westwood's staff as warm, attentive, and genuinely caring for residents, with several praising the facility's cleanliness during visits and tours. However, one detailed report raises serious…
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Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center
4 (84 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center as clean, secure, and staffed by attentive nurses and therapists, with several reviewers noting a smooth transition from hospital to rehab care. Reviewers consistently…
What families say about senior living in Fort Walton Beach
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Fort Walton Beach communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 83%
- Cleanliness 83%
- Building and grounds 83%
- Food and dining 67%
- Activities and social life 50%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 50%
- Staffing levels and turnover 33%
- Management 33%
- Safety 33%
“Amazing experience with Brandon, the Admissions Director. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping us through the admissions process. Highly professional and a pleasure to work with. Five stars.”
“My parents have been residents here since late October. We've been very pleased with the level of care and concern the staff had shown. Any concerns that have come up they have been quickly addressed, communication is key.”
“Jessica is amazing, Karla has a heart of Gold. Daniel is the best nurse assistant hands down. The place was my home for 9 months and helped me recover and I was able to walk out. Thank you to the amazing staff.”
Senior Living in Fort Walton Beach: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 4.7 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (6), wheelchair accessible (6), 24-hour staff (6), medication management (6), emergency call system (6), gathering / activity spaces (6).
Senior Living near Fort Walton Beach
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestview23.9 mi | 7 | 3.9 / 5 | 23.9 mi |
| Gulf Breeze29.2 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 29.2 mi |
| Milton29.3 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 29.3 mi |
| Pensacola34.3 mi | 11 | 4.1 / 5 | 34.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 1, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Fort Walton Beach, 311 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Senior Living in Fort Walton Beach: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 senior living communities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Fort Walton Beach are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Retreat at Fort Walton Beach (4.5★, 41 ratings), Belvedere Commons of Fort Walton Beach (4.4★, 54 ratings), Emerald Coast Health Care (4.3★, 78 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Fort Walton Beach?
Beyond senior living, Fort Walton Beach has assisted living (3 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Fort Walton Beach?
Families rate Fort Walton Beach senior living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 311 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Fort Walton Beach senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Fort Walton Beach communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 83%), cleanliness (mentioned for 83%), building and grounds (mentioned for 83%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (50%), staffing levels and turnover (33%), management (33%).
Are there small senior living homes in Fort Walton Beach?
Of the 6 Fort Walton Beach communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Fort Walton Beach nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Fort Walton Beach carry an overall star rating, averaging 4.7 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.