Brookdale Bayshore
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Tampa, FL

Brookdale Bayshore

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Tampa, FL
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Overview of Brookdale Bayshore

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Bayshore is an extraordinary senior living community in Tampa, Florida. It provides distinct opportunities for socialization, finding new interests, and health and wellness for seniors looking for an independent living lifestyle. Vacation-style amenities are available including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, transportation services, and concierge service.

When extra care is necessary to feel secure and fulfill the demands of everyday living, Brookdale Bayshore also offers assisted living options. With an exclusive personalized system in place, customized programs for all residents are created and implemented in this pet-friendly community. The dedicated care associates available 24/7, along with individualized service plans that allow for flexibility, make this senior living community a home like no other.

Bed community size
190-bed community Rank #47 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 1074 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #473 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 473rd out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJanuary 11, 2025
ExpirationJanuary 10, 2027
CountyHillsborough
License Number7565
State License TypesAL7565

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Bayshore is legally operated by Blc Tampa-gc, Llc, and administrated by Anne Giehl.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
190 units
Total beds
190 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Portuguese Spanish

Leadership

ContactMs. Denise Warren, Interim CEO

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Gym
Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Chapel
Dining Room
Restaurant
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Walking Paths
Transportation
Concierge
Wifi
Housekeeping
Laundry
Private Dining
Outdoor Seating
Fire Pit
Wellness Center
ActivitiesThe community offers a variety of activities, including fitness classes, walking clubs, and book clubs, as part of its activity schedule.
Branded ProgramsBrookdale HealthPlus
Wellness ProgramBrookdale HealthPlus offers personalized preventive care, support for chronic conditions management, and continued coordination of care with a dedicated RN Care Manager.
Religious ServicesYes
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,510 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe dining program focuses on healthy and delicious menu options, with meals designed to reflect residents' preferences and dietary needs.
Brookdale Bayshore – Menu
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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 2022 · 4 years of data 47 citations 41 inspections 11 fines $15.5K 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.

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

Rank #756 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 756th out of 876 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 68 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 15 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 2022 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 (58% above)
• Inspections with citations (38% above)
2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (15% below)
• Inspection citation rate (13% below)
Latest Inspection August 27, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4733 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 2022. 11.88.3 This facility has 42% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (11.8 vs. FL avg 8.3).↑ 42% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.11.3 This facility has 15% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 15% better Rank #331 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 331st 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 FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 4126 This facility has 58% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (41 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 58% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 2216 This facility has 38% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (22 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 38% 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 #412 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 412th 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 August 27, 2025, showed one deficiency cited but no complaints or immediate jeopardy findings.
  • The December 12, 2024 inspection cited four Class 3 deficiencies involving medication assistance, staffing, training, and physical plant safety.
  • Deficiency themes consistently included staffing, medication management, and training issues across multiple inspections from 2022 to 2025.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 500 / 750 / 1,000 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: High-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Private Rooms
Private Rooms
Private Rooms
1 / 4
Private Rooms
1 - 2
500 - 1,000 sq. ft

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Bayshore

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Address 6.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tampa's city center to Brookdale Bayshore's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.07 miles to nearest hospital (HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Brookdale Bayshore is located in Tampa, 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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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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IL

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ADC

Adult Day Care Structured weekday daytime programming for seniors who live at home but need supervision, health monitoring, or social engagement. More affordable than full residential care and a key resource for working family caregivers.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

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RC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Bayshore

What languages are spoken at Brookdale Bayshore?

The team at Brookdale Bayshore speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Bayshore?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Bayshore is Blc Tampa-Gc, Llc.

Is Brookdale Bayshore in a walkable area?

Brookdale Bayshore has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brookdale Bayshore?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Bayshore's license number is 7565.

When does Brookdale Bayshore's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Bayshore's license expires on January 10, 2027.

Does Brookdale Bayshore have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Bayshore on this page.

What payment types does Brookdale Bayshore accept?

Brookdale Bayshore accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Other, and VA.

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