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Cloudberry Lodge
Located just east of downtown Tampa, Florida, Cloudberry Lodge at Brandon emerges as a cherished haven for those searching for comfort, companionship, and dedicated care, specializing in assisted living, respite, and adult day care. At Cloudberry Lodge, the atmosphere radiates warmth, and the concept of family embraces everyone who steps through its doors. Assisted Living here is more than a service; it’s a personalized journey. Whether residents seek independence or require assistance with daily activities, compassionate caregivers offer support whenever needed. Within this vibrant community, each day unfolds as a tapestry of activities catering to diverse tastes. Yet, solitude is equally cherished, with residents encouraged to savor quiet moments within their personal space. Cloudberry Lodge extends beyond the present, offering a continuum of care that evolves with residents’ needs, ensuring a consistent level of support. Nestled in the heart of Brandon, Florida, Cloudberry Lodge at Brandon eagerly awaits, ready to embrace new chapters and create lasting memories for those who choose to make it their home.
Community insights.
About this community
Cloudberry Lodge is legally operated by Caring Heart Tampa LLC, and administered by Gamze Belli-King.
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.
The figures below cover inspections recorded since July 19, 2012.
Legal Actions
Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.
This Facility
FL Average
vs. FL Avg-
7vs 5 avg↑ 40% higher than FL avg
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$24.7kvs $11.6k↑ 112% higher than FL avg
Inspection Scorecard
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.
• Total citations (38% above)
• Inspection citation rate (13% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Inspections with citations (at FL avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (19% below)
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total citations
| 33 | 24 | This facility has 38% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (33 vs. FL avg 24).↑ 38% worse Rank #644 / 853 Total citations — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 644th out of 853 assisted living communities we track in Florida for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among the 853 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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Citations per inspection
| 0.8 | 0.99 | This facility has 19% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.8 vs. FL avg 0.99).↓ 19% better Rank #398 / 853 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 398th out of 853 assisted living communities we track in Florida for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among the 853 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 44 | 26 | This facility has had 69% more total inspections than the Florida average (44 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 69% more |
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Inspections with citations
| 16 | 16 | This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Florida average (16 vs. FL avg 16).— At avg |
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Inspection citation rate
| 36% | 32% | This facility has 4 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (36% vs. FL avg 32%).↑ 4% worse Rank #548 / 853 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 548th out of 853 assisted living communities we track in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among the 853 assisted living communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Places of interest near Cloudberry Lodge
4.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Brandon's city center to Cloudberry Lodge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
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Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| Tessera of Brandon | AL MC | Brandon | 146
Facility
146
FL AVG
85
Rank
#117 / 890 | No |
58
Facility
58
FL AVG
40
Rank
#254 / 1,002 | Brandon Almc Operator, LLC | 34 | 41%
Facility
41%
FL AVG
32.4%
Rank
#665 / 853 | 26
Facility
26
FL AVG
33
Rank
#537 / 853 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
FL AVG
1.0
Rank
#398 / 853 | For-Profit | $5,650 | Wanda-Sue Blakey | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Aldea Green | AL | Brandon | 120
Facility
120
FL AVG
85
Rank
#214 / 890 | Yes |
42
Facility
42
FL AVG
40
Rank
#453 / 1,002 | American Eagle Brandon LLC | 40 | 25%
Facility
25%
FL AVG
32.4%
Rank
#254 / 853 | 27
Facility
27
FL AVG
33
Rank
#550 / 853 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
FL AVG
1.0
Rank
#350 / 853 | For-Profit | $2,500 | Odalys Rodriguez | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed | - |
| Cloudberry Lodge | AL | Brandon | 79
Facility
79
FL AVG
85
Rank
#476 / 890 | No |
11
Facility
11
FL AVG
40
Rank
#860 / 1,002 | Caring Heart Tampa LLC | 44 | 36%
Facility
36%
FL AVG
32.4%
Rank
#548 / 853 | 33
Facility
33
FL AVG
33
Rank
#644 / 853 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
FL AVG
1.0
Rank
#398 / 853 | For-Profit | $24,650 | Gamze Belli-King | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other FL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida
Cloudberry Lodge is located in Brandon, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cloudberry Lodge
What languages are spoken at Cloudberry Lodge?
The team at Cloudberry Lodge speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.
Who is the owner of Cloudberry Lodge?
Cloudberry Lodge is legally operated by Caring Heart Tampa LLC, and administered by Gamze Belli-King.
Is Cloudberry Lodge in a walkable area?
Cloudberry Lodge has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Cloudberry Lodge?
According to FL state health department records, Cloudberry Lodge's license number is 9059.
When does Cloudberry Lodge's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Cloudberry Lodge's license expires on November 30, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Cloudberry Lodge?
No, Cloudberry Lodge has a no-pet policy.
What payment types does Cloudberry Lodge accept?
Cloudberry Lodge accepts Medicaid and VA.
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