The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Punta Gorda, FL

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Punta Gorda, FL

Overview of The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles

Situated in the serene lands of Aqui Esta Drive, Punta Gorda, FL, The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is a remarkable senior living community providing supportive independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Experience unparalleled comfort and security with carefully crafted and stunning residences of The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles in a variation of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Live life to the fullest with exceptional care and support from a compassionate and highly equipped team.

Join engaging activities and experience new things with the community’s signature programs for leisure and wellness. Delight with healthy and tasty meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is ideal for a relaxing retirement with its scenic landscapes and fabulous amenities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 160 Rank #108 / 1058Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 1,058 homes we track in Florida for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #944 / 1427Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 944th out of 1,427 homes we track in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceSeptember 30, 2024
ExpirationSeptember 29, 2026
CountyCharlotte
License Number13930

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is legally operated by Punta Gorda Senior Living Opco LLC, and administered by Beth Richards.

Management CompanyMH GENTRY PARK AL OPERATING, LLC
Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
160 units
Total beds
160 units

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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.

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.

Overall vs. FL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Inspection citation rate (16% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (89% below)
• Citations per inspection (7% below)
• Inspections with citations (88% below)

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. 435 This facility has 89% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (4 vs. FL avg 35).↓ 89% better Rank #40 / 906 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 40th out of 906 homes we track in Florida for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 906 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.31.4 This facility has 7% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.4).↓ 7% better Rank #540 / 906 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 540th out of 906 homes we track in Florida for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 906 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 326 This facility has had 88% fewer total inspections than the Florida average (3 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 88% fewer
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 216 This facility has 88% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 88% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 67%58% This facility has 9 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (67% vs. FL avg 58%).↑ 9% worse Rank #603 / 906 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 603rd out of 906 homes we track in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 906 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 328 - 348 / 377 - 417 / 493 / 575 - 622 / 838 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Punta Gorda's city center to The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles
AL
IL
MC
Punta Gorda (Punta Gorda Isles)
160
Facility 160
FL AVG 88
Rank #108 / 1,058
No
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 42
Rank #944 / 1,427
Punta Gorda Senior Living Opco LLC3
67%
Facility 67%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #603 / 906
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 33
Rank #40 / 906
1.3
Facility 1.3
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #540 / 906
For-Profit-Beth RichardsStudio / 1 Bed-
Hampton Manor of Punta Gorda
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Punta Gorda (Charlotte Harbor)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
Yes
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,185 / 1,427
Hampton Manor Of Punta Gorda LLC12
58%
Facility 58%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #474 / 906
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #146 / 906
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 906
Non-Profit$80,500Michael MoldoffStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Brookdale Punta Gorda Isles
AL
Punta Gorda (Punta Gorda Isles)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
Yes
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,282 / 1,427
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc30
73%
Facility 73%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #722 / 906
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 33
Rank #678 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$12,000Scott SayreSuiteA+
The Courtyard Assisted Living
AL
Punta Gorda
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
No-Courtyard Enterprises Of Port Charlotte LLC58
66%
Facility 66%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #595 / 906
87
Facility 87
FL AVG 33
Rank #859 / 906
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #678 / 906
For-Profit$78,250Alex Siquijor--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is located in Punta Gorda, 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).
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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 The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles

What neighborhood is The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles in?

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is in the Punta Gorda Isles neighborhood of Punta Gorda.

Who is the owner of The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles?

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is legally operated by Punta Gorda Senior Living Opco LLC, and administered by Beth Richards.

Is The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles in a walkable area?

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles?

According to FL state health department records, The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles's license number is 13930.

When does The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles's license expires on September 29, 2026.

Are pets allowed at The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles?

No, The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles has a no-pet policy.

Does The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Meridian at Punta Gorda Isles is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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