A & J Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Palm Bay, FL

A & J Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Palm Bay, FL

Overview of A & J Assisted Living

Administered by Juliet Pacaldo, A & J Assisted Living in Palm Bay, Florida, is a residential care community operated by Pacaldo Llc. It offers a smaller, intimate setting with 53 beds and maintains a high 98 percent occupancy rate, reflecting consistent demand for the home that’s been serving the area for six years.

The community delivers diligent care through licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, anchored by wide support services including respite care, rehabilitation, and home care coordination. Such services are tailored to meet residents’ everyday health and personal support needs while encouraging independence within the community. Locationally, A & J Assisted Living is in a very walkable neighborhood that carries a Walk Score of 77. This means lots of daily errands can be finished on foot, and the surrounding area is accessible for residents and visiting family. Core amenities include housekeeping and laundry services to bolster daily living.

Bed community size
53-bed community Rank #763 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 763rd 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
6 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #129 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
98%
Rank #158 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 158th out of 1530 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1530. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Florida average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
52 / 53
Average occupied beds in Florida homes 108 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 17, 2020
CountySan Mateo
License Number11643
RCFE Number11643
AccreditationsJoint Commission, AHCA

Ownership & Operating Entity

A & J Assisted Living is legally operated by Pacaldo Llc, and administrated by Juliet Pacaldo.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesDrive by inspections monthly, one inside inspection per year.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

2 services
Rehabilitation
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaQualified tenants must fill out an application and pay a non-refundable application fee.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
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Inspection History

In Florida, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

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.

10 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #724 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 724th 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: 71 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 10 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 2021 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. CA average 5 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (170% above)
• Citations per year (170% above)
• Total visits (138% above)
• Complaint visits (15% above)
• Other visits (171% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (79% below)
Latest Inspection March 26, 2026

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2710 This facility has 170% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (27 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 170% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 5.42 This facility has 170% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (5.4 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 170% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.73.3 This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 3816 This facility has 138% more total visits than a typical Florida assisted living residence (38 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 138% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1513 This facility has 15% more complaint visits than a typical Florida assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 15% worse Rank #1024 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1024th out of 1397 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the Florida average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 197 This facility has 171% more other visits than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 171% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the Florida average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

A & J Assisted Living is located in Florida 32909, 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

Compare Assisted Living around Palm Bay

The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

A & J Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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FL AVG 89
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MC

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RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about A & J Assisted Living

Who is the owner of A & J Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of A & J Assisted Living is Pacaldo Llc.

Is A & J Assisted Living in a walkable area?

A & J Assisted Living has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at A & J Assisted Living?

A & J Assisted Living's occupancy is 98%.

Who is the administrator of A & J Assisted Living?

Juliet Pacaldo is the administrator of A & J Assisted Living.

How many beds does A & J Assisted Living have?

A & J Assisted Living has 53 beds.

Has A & J Assisted Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

A & J Assisted Living has had 27 recently reported deficiencies.

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