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Bridgewater Park Assisted Living

4.5 (45 reviews)

Ocala, FL

Independent Living and Assisted Living in Ocala, with spaces to feel at home and support for your next chapter.

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About this community

Bridgewater Park Assisted Living in Ocala, Florida, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Its care options include daily-living support, a separate secured memory care area, and skilled nursing for people who require round-the-clock nursing care. Memory care programs and care plans are tailored to residents’ needs and abilities. The community describes families as partners in care, activities, events and services.

Assisted living residents can receive help with bathing, grooming, mobility and medication reminders, with trained caregiver support available at all hours. Individual care plans reflect each resident’s needs. Apartment choices include studios, one-bedroom/one-bath units and two-bedroom/two-bath units, ranging from 370 to 842 square feet. Features include zero-entry walk-in showers, full-size refrigerators with freezers and ice makers, and in-unit washers and dryers. Some apartments may have a private patio or balcony. Emergency call systems are provided in the apartments, along with weekly housekeeping and personal laundry service.

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Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational and speech-language therapy, and the community has a rehabilitation gym and offers short-term rehabilitation. Physical therapy addresses movement, strength, balance and physical function. Therapy is organized around specific functional goals; physical therapists may also work on pain, limited range of motion and coordination. Occupational therapy works on everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, grooming, meal preparation and medication management, as well as other independent living skills. Speech-language pathology addresses speech, language, cognitive and swallowing difficulties, including communication needs and swallowing concerns. The rehabilitation service page also describes multiple service levels. Rehabilitation accommodations include private rooms with walk-in showers, and laundry service is available.

Dining and shared spaces offer options for meals, activities and time outdoors. Dining includes chef-prepared meals made fresh daily, restaurant-style service, an always-available menu and dietary accommodations. Listed dining spaces include a restaurant-style dining room, formal and private dining areas, and a bistro/pub. Other amenities include a beauty salon and barbershop, fitness center, private movie theater, indoor garden and lounge, spa or salon, and life enrichment center. The courtyard has a koi pond, a waterfall feature and motion-sensor lighting.

Assisted-living activities include a Veterans Club, Resident Council, happy-hour socials, coffee meetups, bridge groups and hobby clubs. Outings may include day trips to casinos, museums and local restaurants. Nearby destinations named by the community include Sholom Park, the Ocala Historic Downtown Square and the Appleton Museum of Art. Its area information also names On Top of the World, Stone Creek and Oak Run among nearby 55+ communities, along with local golf courses and cafés. Nearby medical facilities include AdventHealth Ocala, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital. Well-behaved visiting pets with current vaccinations are permitted, though pets may not live on campus full-time.

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Key amenities

Dining

Meal preparation and service

Pool & outdoor spaces

Garden

Fitness & wellness

Fitness programs

Housekeeping

Housekeeping and linen services

Transportation

Community operated transportation

Social activities

Community-sponsored activities

Staff & support

12-16 hour nursing

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  • 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Air-conditioning
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Beauty salon
  • Cable
  • Community operated transportation
  • Community-sponsored activities
  • Computer center
  • Concierge services
  • Diabetes diet
  • Dining room
  • Fitness programs
  • Fitness room
  • Fully furnished
  • Gaming room
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping and linen services
  • Kitchenettes
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management
  • Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space
  • Planned day trips
  • Private bathrooms
  • Resident-run activities
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Small library
  • Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming
  • Telephone
  • Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Wellness center
  • Wifi

Care options available

Independent Living

Independent residences with community amenities and opportunities to stay active and connected.

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Assisted Living

Support with everyday routines and personal care in a community setting.

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Memory Care

Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

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Skilled Nursing

Nursing and rehabilitation services for people who need a higher level of care.

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“Beautiful assisted living and rehabilitation facility. The staff is incredibly friendly. I visited my Aunt here and enjoyed a good snack at the little shop near the entrance. Every single staff member was helpful and kind during the day.”
Community review · 2026

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4.5 · 45 reviews

Beautiful assisted living and rehabilitation facility. The staff is incredibly friendly. I visited my Aunt here and enjoyed a good snack at the little shop near the entrance. Every single staff member was helpful and kind during the day.

Hello, I am writing this on behalf of my mother Rosemarie. The Bridgewater Park facility in Ocala, Florida has been a great comfort for my mother making this big change and adjustment in her life. Moving her into a assisted living facility after living in her own home was a very big change for my her. Kim Muse is very honest and true to her word while showing and explaining Bridgewater Park facility and services. The service that my mother receives is top grade service! Zachary Gray has been available to me if I have any questions even after hours and on his personal time. This is much…

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Hello, I am writing this on behalf of my mother Rosemarie. The Bridgewater Park facility in Ocala, Florida has been a great comfort for my mother making this big change and adjustment in her life. Moving her into a assisted living facility after living in her own home was a very big change for my her. Kim Muse is very honest and true to her word while showing and explaining Bridgewater Park facility and services. The service that my mother receives is top grade service! Zachary Gray has been available to me if I have any questions even after hours and on his personal time. This is much appreciated! The people in the service departments are a pleasure and quick to assist. The maintenance team have made mother very happy. Dan Albo and his Partner Jeff are there for any of my mothers needs. The transportation person Jeff is a gentlemen and a great reflection of the team. The rest of the staff are also great the ladies that clean and care for my mothers room, the dinning area and staff are all great. I am glad I picked this facility to care for my mother.

BPAL is excellent & I think the staff is outstanding. My mom moved to BPAL over 5 years ago after I researched numerous AL facilities in the area. She had a wonderful apartment with a balcony. She has been treated with dignity, care and compassion. The facility is clean, well maintained, and has ample activities to keep the residents involved. It has a lovely courtyard with a pond where mom liked to watch the fish and birds. I’ve eaten there several times with mom – whether for just a lunch or a holiday party and the food was delicious. Recently she moved into their Memory Care unit. I was…

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BPAL is excellent & I think the staff is outstanding. My mom moved to BPAL over 5 years ago after I researched numerous AL facilities in the area. She had a wonderful apartment with a balcony. She has been treated with dignity, care and compassion. The facility is clean, well maintained, and has ample activities to keep the residents involved. It has a lovely courtyard with a pond where mom liked to watch the fish and birds. I’ve eaten there several times with mom – whether for just a lunch or a holiday party and the food was delicious. Recently she moved into their Memory Care unit. I was stressed about this move, but the staff made the transition seamless. She is well cared for and there are numerous activities to keep her engaged. She is always happy when I visit – whether it is singing or playing “kick ball” or dominos (Susan and Teresa do a phenomenal job!). I am grateful to Zach and Pablo and their exceptional team (too many to name) for taking care of my mom with kindness and compassion. I would give BPAL 100 stars if I could!

More recent reviews

We been very happy with the care our parents have received. Staff are wonderful, knowledgeable and the food is delicious too.

This is THE highest rated ALF in the Ocala area. From the great food to the fun activities, its like a cruise ship on land. I would definitely recommend considering them for your loved one.

Zachary does an excellent job managing Bridgewater Park Assisted Living. He is professional, approachable, and truly cares about the residents. His leadership creates a welcoming and well-organized environment where everyone feels supported.

What a joke this place is!! If you’re even thinking about this place best think again. Don’t let the looks fool You as it did me. Nobody knows anything when you ask. I mean not even the case worker. This place is a joke to be brutally honest. I feel for those who get sucked in by the nice approach to get you in. Once you let your parent in it’s like a nightmare you wish you never had.

The whole crew here is outstanding. I have lived here for one year and love the activities team. Sarah, Kerrie, and Teresa go above and beyond ! Zachary runs tight ship

What families highlight

  • Compassionate, attentive caregiving team
  • Knowledgeable nursing and clinical staff
  • Strong on-site leadership and accessible management
  • Consistent staff continuity
  • Seamless memory-care and rehabilitation transitions

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Location & neighborhood

9174 SW 81st Ct, Ocala, FL 34481
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