Bayou Gardens Assisted Living

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Bayou Gardens Assisted Living accepts Medicaid and Veteran Affairs Benefits.

Overview of Bayou Gardens Assisted Living

Situated in the neighborhood of Palm Harbor, FL, Bayou Gardens Assisted Living is a remarkable senior living community that provides residents with excellent assisted living services. The community features a remarkable team of caregivers that provide residents with compassionate care and assistance with their daily living activities. Bright and fully furnished accommodations are available to give residents a comfortable environment for resting or hosting their friends and families over.

Daily activities and monthly events are available to residents, giving them opportunities to make new friends, learn new things, and create enriching experiences. Three delicious meals are served daily to give residents proper nourishment. Housekeeping and laundry services are also offered to free residents from their common tedious chores and enjoy more time for themselves.

Bed community size
41-bed community Rank #809 / 1073Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 809th out of 1073 homes in Florida for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #406 / 1485Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 406th out of 1485 homes in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 15, 2025
ExpirationDecember 14, 2027
CountyPinellas
License Number8104

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bayou Gardens Assisted Living is legally operated by H51 Bayou Gardens, Llc, and administrated by Carrie Helm.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
41 units
Total beds
41 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsEmergency call buttons in each room.
Safety FeaturesFire sprinklers, Secured, ADA compliant building.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fully Furnished Rooms
Bright Common Areas
Community Library
Dining Room
Full Service Kitchen
Communal Phone Access
Cable And Private Phone Options
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Staffed With Licensed Certified Nurse Assistants And Trained Caregivers
Large Screened In Patio Area
Outside Fenced In Yard
ActivitiesDaily activities and monthly events.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree delicious meals served daily plus snacks prepared under licensed dietitian guidelines.

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Inspection History

In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 47 citations 37 inspections 11 fines $24.4K fined
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

17 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection score: 66 out of 100. Letter grade D. 17 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2012 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 4 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (42% above)
• Citations per year (42% above)
• Total inspections (42% above)
• Inspections with citations (25% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Inspection citation rate (13% below)
Latest Inspection April 14, 2025 Monitor

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 47 33 This facility has 42% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (47 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 42% worse Rank #700 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 700th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2012. 3.4 2.4 This facility has 42% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.4 vs. FL avg 2.4).↑ 42% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.3 1.3 This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg Rank #557 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 557th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 37 26 This facility has 42% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (37 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 42% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 20 16 This facility has 25% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (20 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 25% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 54% 62% This facility has 8 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (54% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 8% better Rank #417 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 417th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on April 14, 2025 found no deficiencies and no complaints.
  • The May 31, 2022 inspection cited four deficiencies involving medication assistance and background screening compliance.
  • Deficiencies over time focused mainly on resident care supervision, medication management, and background screening, with some corrected in subsequent inspections.

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Bayou Gardens Assisted Living is located in Palm Harbor, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bayou Gardens Assisted Living

What languages are spoken at Bayou Gardens Assisted Living?

The team at Bayou Gardens Assisted Living speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Bayou Gardens Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Bayou Gardens Assisted Living is H51 Bayou Gardens, Llc.

Is Bayou Gardens Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Bayou Gardens Assisted Living has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Bayou Gardens Assisted Living?

According to FL state health department records, Bayou Gardens Assisted Living's license number is 8104.

When does Bayou Gardens Assisted Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Bayou Gardens Assisted Living's license expires on December 14, 2027.

What payment types does Bayou Gardens Assisted Living accept?

Bayou Gardens Assisted Living accepts Medicaid and VA.

Does Bayou Gardens Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Bayou Gardens Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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