The Windsor of Ocala

Offering both Assisted Living and Memory Care residences, The Windsor of Ocala, located in Ocala, Florida is dedicated to providing the highest levels of personal service and a warm, comfortable and actively social environment that will enrich your life. Our approach to care celebrates your unique personality and lifestyle with services designed especially for your needs, so you’ll thrive in an environment of friendship, family and robust support that values and respects your privacy, dignity and independence.

At The Windsor of Ocala, you’ll find a vibrant atmosphere that values both residence and individuality. Gathering areas are purposefully designed to make life more engaging, convenient and social, while a variety of residential floorplans offer comfortable, private retreats in which you can express your individual taste and lifestyle. Even the services we provide are personalized to your unique needs and wishes, and delivered discreetly so that lifestyle always remains at the heart of your experience.

Here, at The Windsor of Ocala you’ll feel your world grow as you meet new neighbors, get involved and take advantage of the many opportunities we offer to learn, grow and indulge your interests. With a wide range of convenient amenities and activities only steps from your door, life will become more vibrant, and your days will fill with laughter, friendship and an ever-changing calendar of fun and interesting things to do.

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Legend Senior Living® Names Wendy Dotson Regional Director of Sales – North Florida 09 Sep 2022

WICHITA, KS (September 7, 2022) – Wendy Dotson, a Corporate Sales Specialist for Legend Senior Living, has been promoted to Legend’s Regional Director of Sales – North Florida. Dotson will…
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Legend Senior Living® Named Great Place to Work® 10 Jun 2022

Great Place to Work Institute has honored Legend Senior Living® with certification as a Great Place to Work for its fourth year. The certification process considered more than 1,000 employee…
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Residence Awards

Residence Events

Beware: New Tactics in Online Scams and Phone Scams 01 Feb 2023 2:30 PM

Each year, millions of older Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud or internet scheme. In fact, in 2021, there were 92,371 older victims of fraud resulting in $1.7 billion in losses. Join your friends at The Windsor of Ocala to learn how to protect your money by understanding the latest scam-busting techniques and how you can spot a scam. RSVP today to save your spot at this very important event.
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How To Protect Your Financial Wellness 19 Jan 2023 11:30 AM

If you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another chronic illness, it’s never too early – or too late – to begin making savvy financial decisions. The right information can help you evaluate your spending and saving habits so that you can continue on the same path or alter course. Join us at The Windsor as a local expert gives you the guidance you need to begin your journey to economic security. GUEST EXPERT: Connie Storm, MS, MA, Program Manager, Alzheimer’s Association Central and North Florida Chapter, Specialties include Financial Management
How To Protect Your Financial Wellness 19 Jan 2023 3:30 PM

If you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another chronic illness, it’s never too early – or too late – to begin making savvy financial decisions. The right information can help you evaluate your spending and saving habits so that you can continue on the same path or alter course. Join us at The Windsor as a local expert gives you the guidance you need to begin your journey to economic security. GUEST EXPERT: Connie Storm, MS, MA, Program Manager, Alzheimer’s Association Central and North Florida Chapter, Specialties include Financial Management
Twelve Days of Christmas 20 Dec 2022 2:00- 3:00 PM

Take a stroll through our display, “Twelve Days of Christmas,” as you fill up a Christmas stocking with goodies from our community partners! H2 Health, Encompass Rehab Hospital, Trilogy, Discount Daze, One Health Center, Absolute Law, Mobile Medical, Avante Rehab, LifeForce, The Lodge, Ocala Health & Rehab, Concierge Home Care Candy Canes provided by Fathom Realty. EVENT LOCATION: ONE HEALTH CENTER BALLROOM, 1714 SW 17TH STREET, OCALA, FL
Take A Tour, Take A Pie To Go 22 Nov 2022 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM

Visit us and then take home a delicious pie as our gift to you! Choose from apple, pumpkin or pecan pie.
The Hidden Benefit: Veteran Aid and Attendance 17 Nov 2022 10:30 AM

Are you getting the most out of your VA benefits? Most Veterans and their spouses aren’t sure about how their Aid & Attendance benefit can help offset the cost of senior living. Be sure you know the facts! We’ll be learning about the benefit as well as who is eligible and how much you might be able to use for your senior living monthly fees. Special Guest Speaker: Sarah K. Elyaman, Executive Director, Absolute Law Group
The Hidden Benefit: Veteran Aid and Attendance 17 Nov 2022 2:30 PM

Are you getting the most out of your VA benefits? Most Veterans and their spouses aren’t sure about how their Aid & Attendance benefit can help offset the cost of senior living. Be sure you know the facts! We’ll be learning about the benefit as well as who is eligible and how much you might be able to use for your senior living monthly fees. Special Guest Speaker: Sarah K. Elyaman, Executive Director, Absolute Law Group
Medicare: What You Need to Know for 2023 20 Oct 2022 2:00-3:30pm

It is now open enrollment season for Medicare! If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or confused with the options available, you aren’t alone. Let an expert help you navigate through your choices and make your best decision. RSVP today to save your seat for this informative presentation.
Cooking With Chef Paul 12 Oct 2022 11:30am

Get in the kitchen with The Windsor’s very own Chef Paul as he demonstrates how to make one of his favorite seasonal dishes. His homemade butternut squash ravioli with a fresh sage sauce gives the perfect glimpse of autumn flavors with fresh and healthy ingredients. After the demonstration, enjoy tasting the finished dish. Bon appetit!
Hawaiian Luau 25 Aug 2022 2:00-3:30pm

You don’t have to visit Hawaii to say aloha to new friends and a good time. Enjoy an interactive experience as we transform our beautiful residence into an island paradise complete with fun drinks and Hawaiian fare. Join the fun, and dress like you’re headed to the tropics - the best dressed wins a Paradise Prize Basket! It wouldn’t be a party without you, so be sure to RSVP so we can save you a spot.
Is it Alzheimer’s or Another Dementia? 11 Aug 2022 2:30pm

Not all types of dementia are Alzheimer’s disease, and not all forgetfulness can be attributed to normal aging. Join us as we learn the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease, including common symptoms, and how those are different from other types of dementia. Bring along your questions!
Is it Alzheimer’s or Another Dementia? 11 Aug 2022 10:30am

Not all types of dementia are Alzheimer’s disease, and not all forgetfulness can be attributed to normal aging. Join us as we learn the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease, including common symptoms, and how those are different from other types of dementia. Bring along your questions!
Staying Socially Active as You Age 22 Jun 2022 2:30pm

Did you know that your social calendar can affect your health almost as much as keeping up with physician appointments or getting your steps in each day? It’s true! Social connections are a crucial piece of the wellness puzzle. Learn more about the health benefits of being socially connected and how to make it happen in your life from Dr. S. Pares of Ocala Health Systems.
Gardener's Paradise 19 May 2022 1:00-2:30pm

There’s just something about getting your hands in the dirt and nurturing a plant to live. Join us at The Windsor of Ocala for a spring gardening class. Growing your do-it-yourself herb garden can bring you joy and health this summer. Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, we encourage you to give it a try!
Gardener's Paradise 19 May 2022 10:30-11:30am

There’s just something about getting your hands in the dirt and nurturing a plant to live. Join us at The Windsor of Ocala for a spring gardening class. Growing your do-it-yourself herb garden can bring you joy and health this summer. Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, we encourage you to give it a try!
Spring Break for the Young at Heart 28 Apr 2022 2:00-3:30pm

Join us at The Windsor of Ocala for an afternoon of “fun in the sun!” Participate in a variety of stimulating and entertaining activities while learning about how to stay fit and healthy. Enjoy a refreshing treat and make new friends!

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Enjoy great company, great food and the services you need to stay independent.

Assisted Living

Designed for those who need assistance with life’s daily tasks, Assisted Living at Legend^® offers a personalized approach that tailors services to your unique needs, delivering only those you need and desire. You pay only for the services you choose.

Residents benefit from health care services delivered in a satisfying, comfortable environment that encourages individuality, independence and social interaction. Caring associates are there 24 hours a day to assist with the activities of daily living, including:

Bathing and dressing
Mobility
Medication management

What can I expect from a move to Assisted Living?

You may be surprised by the positive impact a move to a Legend community can have on your life. You’ll feel your world grow each day as you meet new neighbors and take advantage of opportunities to learn and grow. We focus on meeting all your needs — physical, mental and spiritual — with:

Gold Leaf Dining – Restaurant-style dining created with your nutrition needs in mind
Cultural and residence events
Education programs
Religious services
Entertaining outings
Scheduled transportation to appointments
Housekeeping services
24-hour staff and licensed nursing associates

You’ll also enjoy a private apartment where you can express your individual tastes. With one and two bedroom floorplans, you’re sure to find the perfect residence for your lifestyle. Each apartment features:

Kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, sink and cabinetry
Spacious bathroom with walk-in shower and photocell night light
Telephone and cable connections
Individually controlled heating and air conditioning systems
Emergency call system with speaker response and water-resistant pendants

Our trained, friendly and compassionate staff are here to help you live life to the fullest. At a Legend Assisted Living community, there's always someone nearby to help when you need it.

How much does Assisted Living cost?

Because our services are personalized to fit your needs, Assisted Living rates can vary. We encourage you to contact us for assistance in determining monthly costs based on your unique situation.

To learn more about monthly rates in your area, find a Legend community, schedule an appointment and visit the community. We can help you estimate costs and make an informed decision.

In addition, there are several funding solutions you may wish to consider. We encourage you to fully explore the options, and would be happy to assist you with that process, if needed.

Memory Care

Living with Alzheimer’s or other memory related impairments is an intensely personal journey. While the loss of memories can be one part of that journey, too many people become disconnected from their lives, loved ones and themselves along the way. At Legend Senior Living®, we strive to reinforce your loved one’s sense of self. Specially trained associates will leverage years of experience with memory related impairments to identify where your loved one is on their journey, and use that knowledge to meet them at their point of need with caring support and comfort.

Your loved one will experience a unique blend of homelike comfort, innovative care and experienced, personal attention. Services are tailored to their unique needs, providing the support they need to thrive. Base services include:

24-hour, specially trained staff
Licensed nurse
Medication assistance
Tailored therapeutic and recreational experiences
Individualized service planning
All meals and snacks, with assistance if needed, through Gold Leaf Dining
All laundry and housekeeping services
Family and residence support groups

Upon request, additional services can provide personal assistance with:

Bathing
Dressing
Hygiene
Incontinence management

What can I expect moving my loved one to Memory Care?

We’ll engage your loved one in meaningful activities that will lift their spirits, stimulate memories and provide a sense of value, connection and purpose. Activities are based on your loved one’s unique life experiences, and combined with therapeutic activities and exercises that preserve sensory skills, mobility and motor function.

Innovative therapies such as our award-winning Paro Seal program, which combines robotics and bio-feedback technologies to deliver the proven benefits of animal therapy, provide powerful experiences that will help keep your loved one engaged and fulfilled. Plus, they’ll be surrounded with ever-changing interactive vignettes designed to stir memories and interests.

At Legend® Memory Care, your loved one will also enjoy an atmosphere designed with all the familiar warmth and comfort of home. Cozy common areas, beautiful outdoor spaces and fun activity areas provide opportunities for companionship, while well-appointed suites and secluded quiet rooms satisfy the need for privacy and personal space.

Our award-winning ParoSEAL program is working wonders with residents every day! Our trained and experienced staff get to know each resident, building trusted relationships that last.

Innovative Memory Care.

Legend Senior Living offers innovative therapies for Memory Care residents, including the use of PARO, an FDA-approved therapeutic robotic seal. PARO combines robotics and bio-feedback technologies to respond to human interaction much like a living animal would.

Research shows that petting and interacting with this biofeedback seal helps reduce stress and depression in people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, providing powerful experiences that soothe residents struggling with anxiety, agitation, wandering, loneliness and even physical pain. Interaction with a PARO uses neuroplasticity, or the brain’s ability to adapt by forming new neural pathways, to allow the brain to reconnect old memories and build new ones.

Biofeedback therapy with PARO is only one of many innovative, science-based therapies used at Legend Senior Living, which continues to lead the way in neuroplasticity programming for Memory Care.

Hear a Story, Share a Lifetime.®

At Legend Senior Living, we recognize the importance of a life well lived and the value of those experiences. Each resident in our memory care residences has a book containing their own life story; capturing significant events, personal interests and fond memories. While focusing on the complete wellness of residents in our care, associates and residents will periodically revisit their life story, deepening their shared connections. Our approach to care is based on 20 years of our extensive research, experience and knowledge. You and your family can be sure to find specialized care, comfort and reassurance in an environment that incorporates care and service with the warmth and comfort of home.

How much does Memory Care cost?

Because our services are personalized to fit each individual’s unique needs, Memory Care rates can vary. We encourage you to contact us for assistance in determining monthly costs based on your loved one’s unique situation.

To learn more about monthly rates in your area, find a Legend community, schedule an appointment and visit the community. We can help you estimate costs and make an informed decision.

In addition, there are several funding solutions you may wish to consider. We encourage you to fully explore the options, and would be happy to assist you with that process, if needed.

Contact us to learn more about Memory Care options for your loved one.

Dining at Legend Senior Living is a delicious experience.

Gold Leaf Dining

Lively conversations, rich aromas and exquisite flavors. At Legend^®, dining is an experience that delights all the senses.

Our team of Gold Leaf Chefs painstakingly ensure that every meal is perfect. Enjoy delectable selections from our ever-changing menu.

Legend’s holistic approach to dining is more than just delicious food. We place the highest priority on the nutrition and hydration that nourishes your body and mind. Nutritious, flavorful dishes served in an inviting, enjoyable atmosphere are important to enhancing wellness and adding wholeness to life.

Expertly planned by dieticians and prepared by our team of Gold Leaf Chefs, meals are an experience you’ll want to savor while catching up with friends and neighbors. Choose from a menu of delicious entrees or order something from our Café Menu in the comfort of the main dining room. If you miss a mealtime or just have a craving, order from our Anytime Dining selections. Even submit your own special recipe. At Legend, you’ll gather around our table and enjoy great food and good company every time you dine with us.

Companion Services

With Companion Services, you'll always have someone to talk to, to help and to count on while you enjoy the Legend lifestyle. Just ask, and we'll help you add Companion Services to your list of Tailored Services.

Sometimes, you may need an extra hand or a friendly ear. Our Companion Services provide personal assistance with a wide range of tasks, or simply the company of someone who cares, to promote independence and free up time for family or caregivers.

Companions Services can include:

Socialization and support
Encouraging participation in activities
Helping with correspondence
Reading, visiting
Sharing interests and talents
Participating in hobbies and crafts
Aiding in personal shopping
Escorting for family dinner or social events
Additional housekeeping
Information source
Additional assistance with personal care
Range of motion exercises
Assistance with walking and transfers
Assistance with morning/nighttime routines

They can also provide companionship for a few hours, offering friendly, supportive company and someone to talk to.

There's always something fun and interesting to do at Legend Senior Living.

Life Enrichment

No matter what you love to do, you'll find many new friends who share your interests. Our residents enjoy a wide range of activities and interests.

Whether you’d rather relax or fill your days with fun and rewarding activities, life at Legend^® offers options perfectly suited to your unique style of living. You’ll feel your world grow every day as you meet neighbors and take advantage of opportunities to learn, grow and indulge your interests. Choose from a variety of fun and enriching activities planned by our dedicated Life Enrichment Directors, including:

Group games
Arts and crafts
Musical entertainment
Cultural events
Group outings
Educational sessions

In addition, chapel services, Bible studies and transportation to local worship services provide spiritual guidance and promote growth.

We’re constantly innovating to provide new programs, practices and services to enrich your life and enhance your health and well-being every day.

Wellness

Wellness at Legend Senior Living® is more than just a program. Designed to enhance the overall health and well-being of the residents, resident wellness at a Legend^® residence is our daily focus.

Keeping you well is an important part of everything we do. Staying healthy, both mentally and physically, means you can enjoy life with those you love.

We care for the entire person - mind, spirit, and body. Socialization, physical activity, spiritual and emotional support, medication management, nutritional counseling, and assistance with activities of daily living are all addressed individually for each resident and support is provided for their family.

We customize our services and meet each resident and their families at their personal point of need with care and service plans designed especially for their needs. Our Healthcare staff monitors each resident's progress daily and adjusts the plan and service delivery approach as needed. Resident and family communication and counseling meetings are conducted regularly to ensure that all are confident and secure in their knowledge of the individual care plan, while our nurses act as a liaison with the resident's primary physician to coordinate medical care and integrate their instructions into the resident’s tailored service plan.

Legend offers a variety of programs designed to enhance the well-being of our residents. Fitness and exercise programs offer activities such as chair aerobics, walking clubs and fitness classes designed to enhance balance, ease arthritis pain and more. Our Companion Services provide personal companionship and assistance with tasks, delivering caring support and a friendly ear when needed.

Because at Legend, wellness extends far beyond the physical. It’s a priority that nurtures the mind, body and spirit equally and leads to a more fulfilling lifestyle.