Oak Hammock at the University of Florida
The only university-affiliated Life Plan Community in the region, set on 136 acres adjacent to UF.
Type
Life Plan Community (CCRC)
Age Requirement
55++
Address
2680 SW 53rd Lane, Gainesville, FL 32608
Overview
About Oak Hammock at the University of Florida.
Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is a Life Plan Community (also called a Continuing Care Retirement Community, or CCRC) located on 136 wooded acres in Southwest Gainesville, adjacent to the UF campus. Founded with a formal University of Florida affiliation, it is the only university-based Life Plan Community in the region.
The community offers 212 independent living apartments and 57 independent living villas and homes, along with 52 assisted living units, 12 memory care units, and a 73-bed Health Pavilion for skilled nursing and rehabilitation, all on a single campus. This means residents can transition between levels of care as needs change without leaving the community or their social network.
The UF affiliation distinguishes Oak Hammock from other senior communities in meaningful ways: residents have access to the UF Institute for Learning in Retirement, UF Health’s medical network, UF sporting events, performances, and lectures. The campus also maintains its own extensive walking and biking trail network, dining venues, fitness facilities, and social programming calendar.
Why it stands out
The only university-based Life Plan Community (CCRC) in the Gainesville area. Residents enjoy ongoing access to UF academic and cultural programming alongside a full continuum of on-site care.
Living Options
Types of residency available.
Independent Living
Private residences with access to amenities and programming; residents are largely self-sufficient.
Assisted Living
Support with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, medications) for residents who need some care.
Memory Care
Specialized environment for residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Skilled Nursing
24-hour medical care and rehabilitation services (also called a Health Pavilion or nursing facility).
Amenities
What’s included.
- ✓136-acre wooded campus
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Fitness center
- ✓Walking and biking trails
- ✓Library
- ✓Multiple dining venues
- ✓Pet-friendly
- ✓On-site barbershop & salon
- ✓Arts & crafts studio
- ✓Woodworking shop
Programming
Social & activity highlights.
- ✓UF Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) courses in history, politics, philosophy, science, and technology
- ✓Access to UF lectures, performances, and athletic events
- ✓Fitness classes including water aerobics, yoga, and strength training
- ✓Weekly cultural and social programming
Healthcare
Healthcare proximity & on-site care.
Oak Hammock maintains a formal affiliation with the University of Florida and UF Health, giving residents access to UF Health / Shands medical network and on-site health services through the on-campus Health Pavilion (73 skilled nursing beds). UF Health is consistently ranked among Florida’s top hospitals.
Pricing
Approximate pricing.
Oak Hammock uses an entrance-fee model with multiple plan options: a Standard Plan, a 50% Refundable Plan, and a 95% Refundable Plan. Monthly service fees cover housing, meals, utilities, and access to all amenities and care levels. Contact the community directly for current fee schedules.
Pricing is approximate and subject to change. Contact Oak Hammock directly for current entrance fees and monthly service rates.
Location
What’s nearby.
- UF Campus (main entrance)~1 mi
- UF Health / Shands~3 mi
- Haile Plantation Village Center~3 mi
- Butler Plaza (shopping & dining)~4 mi
- I-75 (Exit 384)~5 mi
Flood Zone
What the FEMA flood map shows.
The Oak Hammock campus sits in Southwest Gainesville at moderate elevation. Most of the campus is in FEMA Zone X (minimal flood risk). Check the specific parcel for any individual units near retention areas.
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