The Meridian at Boca Raton
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Boca Raton, FL
The Meridian at Boca Raton
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Boca Raton, FL
The Meridian at Boca Raton accepts Insurance and/or HMO.
Overview of The Meridian at Boca Raton
Situated in the peaceful grasslands of Ponderosa Drive, Boca Raton, FL, The Meridian at Boca Raton is a venerable senior living community providing assisted living. With a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures comfortable and elegant residences. Keep your peace of mind with a respectful and well-trained team tending to your special needs and aspirations.
There is no dull time with various fun activities and engaging programs conducted to ensure residents live an active and happy lifestyle. With the community’s tranquil spaces, residents enjoy personal time and create unforgettable moments. Delight with healthy and tasty meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. The Meridian at Boca Raton is a safe place for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its fabulous amenities and friendly environment.
168-bed community Rank #99 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #368 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 368th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 26, 2025
ExpirationDecember 25, 2027
CountyPalm Beach
License Number13148
The Meridian at Boca Raton is legally operated by Somh Boca Raton Operating Llc, and administered by Cynthia Noda.
Management CompanyMERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING
Profit StatusFor-profit
Private
168 units
Total beds
168 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Creole
English
Spanish
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 2018 · 8 years of data
33 citations
20 inspections
Inspection Score
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.
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.
6 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #342 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 342nd 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: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 6 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)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-
$0vs $11.6k↓ 100% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 8 years (since 2018).
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.
Since 2018 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (31% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Total citations (at FL avg)
• Citations per year (at FL avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total inspections (23% below)
• Inspections with citations (25% below)
• Inspection citation rate (3% below)
• Citations per inspection (31% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Total citations (at FL avg)
• Citations per year (at FL avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total inspections (23% below)
• Inspections with citations (25% below)
• Inspection citation rate (3% below)
Latest Inspection
March 6, 2025
Standard
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 33 | 33 | This facility has total citations in line with the Florida average (33 vs. FL avg 33).— At avg Rank #514 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 514th 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. |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2018.
| 4.1 | 4.1 | This facility has citations per year in line with the Florida average (4.1 vs. FL avg 4.1).— At avg |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.7 | 1.3 | This facility has 31% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.7 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 31% worse Rank #779 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 779th 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
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 20 | 26 | This facility has 23% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (20 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 23% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 12 | 16 | This facility has 25% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (12 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 25% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 60% | 62% | This facility has 2 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (60% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 2% better Rank #521 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 521st 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
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- March 6, 2025 inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints were substantiated.
- December 16, 2024 inspection cited five Class 3 deficiencies in staffing, training, and facility records.
- January 5, 2024 complaint investigation identified four Class 3 and Class 4 deficiencies in admissions, resident care, and records.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 312 / 470 / 528 / 586 / 628 / 810 / 930 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Meridian at Boca Raton
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6.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Boca Raton's city center to The Meridian at Boca Raton's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 5.95 miles to nearest hospital (Broward Health Coral Springs)
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
| The Meridian at Boca Raton | AL MC RC | Boca Raton (Ponderosa Drive) | 168
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168
FL AVG
89
Rank
#99 / 1074 | Yes |
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FL AVG
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Rank
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FL AVG
61.5%
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#521 / 919 | 33
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33
FL AVG
33
Rank
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1.7
FL AVG
1.3
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FL AVG
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FL AVG
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86
FL AVG
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FL AVG
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36
FL AVG
33
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FL AVG
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16
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FL AVG
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FL AVG
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61.5%
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47
FL AVG
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1.8
FL AVG
1.3
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75
FL AVG
89
Rank
#615 / 1074 | No |
12
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12
FL AVG
40
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95
FL AVG
83
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13
FL AVG
33
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1.2
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida
The Meridian at Boca Raton is located in Boca Raton, Florida.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Meridian at Boca Raton
What neighborhood is The Meridian at Boca Raton in?
The Meridian at Boca Raton is in the Ponderosa Drive neighborhood of Boca Raton.
What languages are spoken at The Meridian at Boca Raton?
The team at The Meridian at Boca Raton speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.
Who is the owner of The Meridian at Boca Raton?
The Meridian at Boca Raton is legally operated by Somh Boca Raton Operating Llc, and administered by Cynthia Noda.
Is The Meridian at Boca Raton in a walkable area?
The Meridian at Boca Raton has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of The Meridian at Boca Raton?
According to FL state health department records, The Meridian at Boca Raton's license number is 13148.
When does The Meridian at Boca Raton's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, The Meridian at Boca Raton's license expires on December 25, 2027.
What payment types does The Meridian at Boca Raton accept?
The Meridian at Boca Raton accepts Insurance and/or HMO.
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