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Reviews for Avante at Ocala are mixed, with an average rating of 2.9 out of 5 from 61 Google reviews. Some families highlight caring staff and a clean, sizable facility, especially for short-term rehab stays, while others report serious concerns about staffing levels, food quality, and billing accuracy.
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Avante at Ocala is a senior living community in Ocala, Florida offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 2.9 out of 5 across 61 reviews.
Avante at Ocala is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Ocala, Florida, with a licensed capacity of 133 residents. The facility serves both rehabilitation and permanent residents.
Family experiences at Avante are markedly uneven. Staffing shortages and inconsistent care quality emerge as the dominant concern, some families report CNAs who are attentive and thorough, while others describe inadequate responsiveness to resident requests and complaints about incontinence care. Food quality is similarly inconsistent; one family brought in all meals for their loved one, while another noted meals are "hit or miss," edible only about 40% of the time. Physical infrastructure includes some dated equipment and aging televisions. Therapy duration has been flagged as limited by at least one family. One family with a short-term rehab stay found staff "very kind and caring" overall, suggesting experience may vary significantly by unit or individual care needs.
Avante at Ocala holds a 2.9 out of 5 rating across 61 Google reviews, reflecting a notably divided picture. Before admission, families should inquire closely about staffing levels, dietary options, and therapy protocols, and consider requesting specific unit or staff assignments if possible.
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Help Me Choose2.9overall · 61 ratings combined
2.9★ on Google (61)
Linda Cleary
Jun 2026
My sister is there and they don’t have enough help the CNA are not caring. I saw 2 standing by the desk and ask them to check on my sister she was complaining her butt hurt from wet dirty diaper. She never came until I press the button. She said she would tell the nurse to put cream on because she changed her about 45 minutes ago She didn’t check the diaper. I was there for another hour and no one came
Debbie Young
Jun 2026
Lack of staff is a huge problem and supplies for them! The food is disgusting ! I actually brought in all meals for my husband! The building is huge, but equipment is old. He only had 20 minutes of therapy a day not enough! The CNA‘s are hit and miss the two that were actually caring and thorough and helpful or SHERKEITA. DAVENPORT and the other wonderful CNA name is Crystal. I don’t know her last name. they were the two I trusted Caring for my husband!! One of the nurses actually put a muscle relaxer in her pocket when I told her he didn’t need the muscle relaxer! I found that quite odd! I feel bad for the people on the nursing home side of it if they don’t have family coming in and checking on them!
evelina kurten
May 2026
I don't understand the low ratings for Avante, the facility is really pretty nice. The staff is very kind and caring. My brother in law is in there and they have been so very nice to him and us. He is in for rehab so he isn't a permanent resident. The tvs in his room are a little out date and in need of repairs but other than that it's nit bad. The director has an order in to maintenance to look into that.
Diana Aston
Mar 2026
Meals are hit and miss. Sometimes they are edible, and about 60% it seems like someone's 16 year old son is assembling the meals. Food is essential for getting stronger and healing.
Doris Harris
Mar 2026
Watch out for bills from this place saying you or a loved one owes them. My aunt Christine Orlandi passed away 1yr ago & has not been in their facility for over 3yrs & recently I am getting a bill saying she owes $3,200. My aunt's medical bills were paid up except the last week she was in the hospital before she passed away. If I could post a Pic of the bill I would. I was told middle of last week to disregard the bill however after speaking with someone I received another bill with no service date on it yet again $3,200.
6 inspection visits in the last three years, 41 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Provide sliding doors free of hazards, operable without special knowledge or effort, and meet weight requirements to set door in motion.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 2, 2025
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 5, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 5, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 9, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 16, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 16, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 16, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 16, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 16, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 7, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 12, 2023
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Avante at Ocala offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Avante at Ocala is located at 2021 Sw 1st Ave in Ocala, Florida.
Reviews for Avante at Ocala are mixed, with an average rating of 2.9 out of 5 from 61 Google reviews. Some families highlight caring staff and a clean, sizable facility, especially for short-term rehab stays, while others report serious concerns about staffing levels, food quality, and billing accuracy.
Avante at Ocala had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 41 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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