Brookdale Southside
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Jacksonville, FL

Brookdale Southside

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Jacksonville, FL

Overview of Brookdale Southside

Nestled in a quiet area of Jacksonville, Florida, Brookdale Southside is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. The community features a selection of floor plans, including villas with garages and private patios, as well as restaurant-style dining and 24/7 staff availability for emergencies. Independent living at Brookdale Southside is ideal for self-sufficient seniors, providing access to amenities and fewer chores. Assisted living offers personalized care in a warm environment, with programs to keep residents engaged.

The memory care program features specially designed spaces and trained associates who gently guide residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Brookdale Southside is located near attractions like the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, the Riverwalk, and local beaches, while also offering on-site amenities like a fishing pond and billiards. The community provides the comforts of home combined with the services of a vacation resort.

Bed community size
87-bed community Rank #557 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 557th 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 1 / 100 Rank #1428 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1428th 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 19, 2025
ExpirationDecember 18, 2027
CountyDuval
License Number7464

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Southside is legally operated by American Retirement Corporation, and administered by Salvatore Decaria.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
87 units
Total beds
87 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsEmergency alert system available.
Safety Featuressecured entrances and exits.

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

Creole English Spanish

Leadership

ContactMs. Stephanie Muller / Complaint Handlers., Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Outdoor Pool
Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Chapel
Arts & Crafts Studio
Game Room
Billiards
Theatre
Walking Paths
Putting Green/Outdoor Sports Activities
Landscaped Grounds
Business Centers/Computers
Golf Course
Snack Shop
Community Kitchen
Meeting Rooms
Pharmacy
Bank
Clinic
General Store
Guest Suite(S)
Ice Cream Parlor
Piano
Fishing Pond
ActivitiesEngaging activities such as crafting, book discussions, and water aerobics
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsClare Bridge®
Specific ProgramsAt Home Service
Religious Services
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$3,295 per month
AL$3,635 per month
MC$5,990 per month

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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 2013 · 13 years of data 16 citations 17 inspections
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.

14 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #68 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 68th 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 97 out of 100. Letter grade A+. 14 points above 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 2013 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Citations per year (52% below)
• Citations per inspection (31% below)
• Total inspections (35% below)
• Inspections with citations (69% below)
• Inspection citation rate (53% below)
Latest Inspection February 4, 2025 Routine

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. 1633 This facility has 52% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (16 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 52% better Rank #232 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 232nd 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2013. 1.22.5 This facility has 52% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.2 vs. FL avg 2.5).↓ 52% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.91.3 This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better Rank #64 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 64th 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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. 1726 This facility has 35% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (17 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 35% better
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 516 This facility has 69% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (5 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 69% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 29%62% This facility has 33 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (29% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 33% better Rank #142 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 142nd 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

  • February 4, 2025 inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints were reported.
  • Past deficiencies involved staffing standards and recordkeeping, but none appeared in inspections since 2019.
  • Complaint investigations from 2014 to 2024 resulted in no deficiencies or substantiated issues.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
646 sq. ft

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Address 8.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Jacksonville's city center to Brookdale Southside's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Brookdale Southside is located in Jacksonville, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Southside

What neighborhood is Brookdale Southside in?

Brookdale Southside is in the Baymeadows neighborhood of Jacksonville.

What languages are spoken at Brookdale Southside?

The team at Brookdale Southside speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Southside?

Brookdale Southside is legally operated by American Retirement Corporation, and administered by Salvatore Decaria.

Is Brookdale Southside in a walkable area?

Brookdale Southside has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Brookdale Southside?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Southside's license number is 7464.

When does Brookdale Southside's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Southside's license expires on December 18, 2027.

Does Brookdale Southside have different floorplan options?

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

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