Brookdale Tequesta
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tequesta, FL

Brookdale Tequesta

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tequesta, FL

Overview of Brookdale Tequesta

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Tequesta provides exceptional memory care living and assisted living for seniors. The home strives to enhance the quality of life of seniors needing quality assistance. They offer options that cater to each individual’s needs. As a Brookdale Senior Living Group member, Tequesta guarantees a resident-centered atmosphere for seniors, promoting a comfortable living situation.

The lifestyle at Brookdale is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone. Its all-inclusive assisted living amenities and services include apartments, spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, specialized memory care activities, and transportation services. Management prides itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, which is unparalleled thanks to its remarkable care staff that never fails to offer compassionate care.

Bed community size
55-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
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: 55 / 100
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
IssuanceMarch 5, 2025
ExpirationApril 3, 2027
CountyPalm Beach
License Number8833

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Tequesta is legally operated by Als North America Inc, and administered by Daniela Gonzalez-Aguilar.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
55 units
Total beds
55 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

Creole English Spanish

Leadership

ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Concierge Service
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening / Greenhouse
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts Studio
Game Room
Theatre
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Screened Lanai
Clinic
Piano
ActivitiesDaily activities calendar includes technology tips, local excursions, and book clubs
Branded ProgramsBrookdale HealthPlus
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$3,430 per month
Memory Care$4,565 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals in an elegant dining room.
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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 24 citations 18 inspections 4 fines $1.9K 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Inspection score: 87 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 4 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 2012 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg)
4 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (27% below)
• Citations per year (29% below)
• Inspections with citations (31% below)
• Inspection citation rate (2% below)
Latest Inspection May 17, 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. 2433 This facility has 27% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (24 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 27% better Rank #374 / 907 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 374th out of 907 homes in Florida for Total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 907 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 2012. 1.72.4 This facility has 29% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.7 vs. FL avg 2.4).↓ 29% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.31.3 This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg Rank #545 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 545th out of 907 homes in Florida for Citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 907 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. 1826 This facility has had 31% fewer total inspections than the Florida average (18 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 31% fewer
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 1116 This facility has 31% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (11 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 31% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 61%62% This facility has 1 percentage point lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (61% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 1% better Rank #539 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 539th out of 907 homes in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 907 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.

  • The most recent inspection on May 17, 2025 cited deficiencies that were corrected on site, continuing a pattern of timely resolution.
  • The March 17, 2025 inspection found one Class 4 deficiency in training documentation and monitoring.
  • The December 14, 2016 inspection cited eight deficiencies, including one Class 4 and seven Class 3 related to medication, staffing, training, and background screening.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Suite
Suite
1 / 4
Suite
1
288 - 410 sq. ft

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tequesta's city center to Brookdale Tequesta's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Jupiter Medical Center)

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

Tequesta Terrace
AL
MC
Tequesta106Yes 75 Tequesta Opco, LLC8334
55.9%
Facility 55.9%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #440 / 907
41
Facility 41
FL AVG 33
Rank #620 / 907
1.2
Facility 1.2
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #446 / 907
For-Profit$2,500Crystal Collier1 bed / 2 bedA+
Brookdale Tequesta
AL
MC
Tequesta55Yes 55 Als North America Inc8718
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #539 / 907
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 33
Rank #374 / 907
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #545 / 907
For-Profit$1,875Daniela Gonzalez-AguilarSuiteA+
Brookdale Tequesta
AL
MC
Tequesta50No 7 Als North America Inc7045
80%
Facility 80%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #807 / 907
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 33
Rank #679 / 907
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #158 / 907
For-Profit$13,875Daniela Gonzalez-Aguilar--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Brookdale Tequesta is located in Tequesta, 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 Tequesta

What languages are spoken at Brookdale Tequesta?

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

Who is the owner of Brookdale Tequesta?

Brookdale Tequesta is legally operated by Als North America Inc, and administered by Daniela Gonzalez-Aguilar.

Is Brookdale Tequesta in a walkable area?

Brookdale Tequesta has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brookdale Tequesta?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Tequesta's license number is 8833.

When does Brookdale Tequesta's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Tequesta's license expires on April 3, 2027.

Does Brookdale Tequesta have different floorplan options?

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

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Tequesta?

Yes, Brookdale Tequesta allows residents to bring their pets.

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