Adult-day
Empath Dementia Adult Day Center
Adult-day in Ocala, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 2897 SE 62ND ST |
| City | Ocala |
| State | Florida |
| ZIP code | 34480 |
| Phone | 352-293-7901 |
| Website | https://hospiceofmarion.org/ |
| License number | 9702 |
| License type | Adult Day Care Center — Florida license, Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Capacity | 24 |
| Care types | adult day |
| Services offered | adult day care program, dementia-specific day program, structured supervised daytime care, caregiver respite, dementia education programs |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. |
Empath Dementia Adult Day Center is in 2897 SE 62ND ST, Ocala, FL 34480. Phone: 352-293-7901. It holds Florida Adult Day Care Center license 9702 (status LICENSED, licensed capacity 24), issued by the Agency for Health Care Administration.
The Empath Dementia Adult Day Center in Ocala is described on the Hospice of Marion County site as a licensed clinical care program for individuals living with dementia who need structured, supervised care during the day, giving caregivers respite. It sits on the same campus as a free dementia education center offering Memory Cafes, caregiver workshops, and support groups.
More about this provider
| The Empath Dementia Adult Day Center in Ocala is a licensed, dementia-specific day program on the Hospice of Marion County campus, offering structured, supervised daytime care and respite for caregivers. | |
| Services and programs | A licensed dementia-specific adult day program providing structured, supervised daytime care for individuals living with dementia and respite for caregivers; the same campus offers free dementia education programs including Memory Cafes, caregiver workshops, a caregiver support group, the Virtual Dementia Tour, and first responder and community training |
| Who it serves | Individuals living with dementia who need structured, supervised care during the day, and their caregivers |
| Visiting and contact details | 2897 SE 62nd Street, Ocala, FL 34480; call (352) 291-5138, as the site states for the center |
| Website | https://hospiceofmarion.org/ |
Common questions about Empath Dementia Adult Day Center
Where is Empath Dementia Adult Day Center located?
Empath Dementia Adult Day Center is at 2897 SE 62ND ST, Ocala, Florida 34480.
What care and services does Empath Dementia Adult Day Center offer?
Empath Dementia Adult Day Center offers adult day, adult day care program, dementia-specific day program, structured supervised daytime care, caregiver respite, dementia education programs.
How do I contact Empath Dementia Adult Day Center?
Call Empath Dementia Adult Day Center at 352-293-7901.
How much does adult day care cost?
The national median cost of adult day health care is $95 a day (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). At 5 days a week, that is about $24,700 a year. Costs in Florida can be higher or lower.
Does Medicare pay for adult day care?
No. Medicare does not pay for adult day care on its own. One exception is PACE, a program run by Medicare and Medicaid together. PACE covers adult day health care for people who join it. Most adult day care is paid by Medicaid, the VA, or the family.
What is the difference between adult day care and home care?
Adult day care is a day program outside the home. It gives meals, activities, health checks, and rides to and from the center. Home care sends a caregiver into the home to help one person. Adult day care also gives family caregivers a break during the day.
Who else pays for adult day care besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for adult day care in many states for people who qualify. The VA covers adult day health care for many veterans. Some long-term care insurance plans pay for it. The rest is paid out of pocket.