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Meridian at Westwood
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Assisted Living at Meridian at Westwood

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Assisted living in Fort Walton Beach, FL, where a qualifying veteran or surviving spouse could use up to $3,845 a month in Aid & Attendance toward the bill at Meridian at Westwood.

Address1001 Marwalt Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Phone(850) 662-6186
24/7 care staffYes
CountyOkaloosa County
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01 · Overview

About Meridian at Westwood

Run by Pacifica Senior Living, Meridian at Westwood offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living in the Fort Walton Beach area (Okaloosa County). It is one of 3 Patriot Angels assisted living partners in Fort Walton Beach. More assisted living in Fort Walton Beach.

Location

1001 Marwalt Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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02 · Care offered

Care Offered at Meridian at Westwood

Assisted living

Provides personalized assisted living support with help for daily activities in a welcoming community setting.

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Memory care

Provides compassionate memory care support in a secure and structured environment.

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Independent living

Features independent living designed for seniors who want convenience, comfort, and community.

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03 · Paying for care

Paying for Meridian at Westwood with VA Benefits

Meridian at Westwood is a private community, not run by VA, and that is exactly where Aid & Attendance helps: the benefit pays the veteran or surviving spouse, who can use it toward the monthly bill here. Families usually combine it with savings, retirement income, the sale of a home, or long-term care insurance. Before applying, review VA’s income and asset rules so the assisted living bill is counted the right way.

HouseholdMaximum Aid & Attendance per monthLeft of a $5,610 bill
Two veterans married, both qualifying$3,845$1,765
Veteran married to a non-veteran$2,874$2,736
Single veteran$2,424$3,186
Surviving spouse$1,558$4,052

Compared with the Florida median for assisted living of $5,610 a month (CareScout 2025). That is an area figure, not this community’s price; ask Meridian at Westwood for its rate sheet.

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Could VA Benefits Help Pay for Meridian at Westwood?

A wartime veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward care at Meridian at Westwood. Answer a few questions to find out at no cost. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a assisted living claim.

Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047

PATRIOT ANGELS

VA Benefits to Support Your Next Chapter

Finding the right senior care is a big step. If you or your loved one is a Veteran or surviving spouse, VA Aid & Attendance benefits may help with the cost.

Patriot Angels can help you understand your options—with personal guidance every step of the way.

Could VA benefits help pay for care?

Answer a few quick questions to explore benefits for Veterans and surviving spouses.

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04 · Nearby

Similar Communities Near Meridian at Westwood

Brookdale Fort Walton Beach233 Carmel Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 · about 1 mi from Meridian at Westwood(850) 864-4600View community →
Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach243 Hollywood Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 · about 3 mi from Meridian at Westwood(850) 820-6916View community →
Brookdale Destin2400 Crystal Cove Lane, Destin, FL 32550 · about 20 mi from Meridian at Westwood(850) 267-1600View community →
The Addison of Gulf Breeze4410 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 · about 25 mi from Meridian at Westwood(850) 749-5215View community →

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05 · Families we’ve helped

Veteran Families We’ve Helped

Families considering Meridian at Westwood and others across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google. BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews

06 · Questions

Questions About Meridian at Westwood

Does Meridian at Westwood accept VA Aid & Attendance?

The benefit is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, not the community, so it can be used toward the bill at any private assisted living community, including Meridian at Westwood.

Does Meridian at Westwood offer memory care?

Yes. Meridian at Westwood offers memory care alongside assisted living, independent living.

Can we apply after moving into Meridian at Westwood?

Yes. Many families file after move-in at a community like Meridian at Westwood, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.