High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.
The Residence at Dania Beach
The Residence at Dania Beach is a 200-bed assisted living facility located in Dania Beach, Florida. Managed by administrator Agnieszka Melka and operated by The Residence At Westlake Opco LLC, the large-scale property sits in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with a Walk Score of 78. The urban campus focuses on residential senior housing that integrates around-the-clock staffing with active clinical tracking and physical rehabilitation tracks.
State administrative logs compiled by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration track persistent operational hurdles, documenting 70 total deficiencies across 48 separate inspection cycles over eight years. Notably, the operator maintains a 100% historical citation rate, with state field reviewers identifying infractions during every single recorded evaluation. Significant multi-category deficiency clusters emerged during recent 2025 audits, including a July 2025 check that logged 11 infractions and a June 2025 review noting two deficiencies spanning medication management, physical plant safety, staffing levels, emergency preparedness, and admissions standards. Decadal trends reveal recurring systemic themes in medication labeling, record documentation, training compliance, resident rights, and refund policies. While public registries note an absence of severe enforcement bans or active license freezes, the facility has been assessed two administrative fines totaling $16,800.
On the floor, a multilingual employee base supports Creole-, English-, and Spanish-speaking residents with daily personal care and medication administration. The physical infrastructure features wireless internet, basic cable television, automated laundry utilities, routine housekeeping, and an in-house ice cream parlor. The food service team prepares three meals daily alongside regular snack options, while the activities department coordinates a recreational schedule featuring board games, physical exercise classes, dancing, music programs, gardening, and group social outings. Financial access accommodates varied payment pathways, including private insurance/HMO plans, Medicaid waivers, and Veteran Affairs benefits.
Interested individuals assessing long-term care options should carefully analyze the facility’s extensive history of regulatory findings and recent corrective responses prior to executing a contract. The 200-capacity building is structured for seniors who value an active lifestyle in a walkable town setting but require the stability of continuous nursing support and specialized clinical oversight.
Community insights.
About this community
The Residence at Dania Beach is legally operated by The Residence At Westlake Opco LLC, and administered by Agnieszka Melka.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Legal Actions
Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.
This Facility
FL Average
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2vs 5 avg↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
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$16.8kvs $11.6k↑ 45% 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 (100% above)
• Inspections with citations (94% above)
• Inspection citation rate (7% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Citations
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Total citations
| 70 | 35 | This facility has 100% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (70 vs. FL avg 35).↑ 100% worse Rank #810 / 906 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 810th 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. |
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Citations per inspection
| 1.4 | 1.4 | This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.4 vs. FL avg 1.4).— At avg Rank #616 / 906 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 616th 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
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Total inspections
| 50 | 26 | This facility has had 92% more total inspections than the Florida average (50 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 92% more |
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Inspections with citations
| 31 | 16 | This facility has 94% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (31 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 94% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
| 62% | 58% | This facility has 4 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (62% vs. FL avg 58%).↑ 4% worse Rank #538 / 906 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 538th 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. |
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
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0.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dania Beach's city center to The Residence at Dania Beach'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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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| Vitality Living Spring Hill | AL IL MC | Spring Hill | 240
Facility
240
FL AVG
88
Rank
#16 / 1,058 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
FL AVG
42
Rank
#744 / 1,427 | Evergreen Woods Owner LLC | 27 | 22%
Facility
22%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#87 / 906 | 24
Facility
24
FL AVG
33
Rank
#372 / 906 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#49 / 906 | For-Profit | $1,500 | Kimberly Adams | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Royal Palms | AL | Ne Largo (Largo) | 225
Facility
225
FL AVG
88
Rank
#24 / 1,058 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
FL AVG
42
Rank
#291 / 1,427 | Regal Palms Limited Parnership | 25 | 36%
Facility
36%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#164 / 906 | 22
Facility
22
FL AVG
33
Rank
#325 / 906 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#49 / 906 | For-Profit | $250 | Richard Marc Lewis | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - |
| The Residence at Dania Beach | AL | Dania Beach | 200
Facility
200
FL AVG
88
Rank
#38 / 1,058 | No |
78
Facility
78
FL AVG
42
Rank
#123 / 1,427 | The Residence At Westlake Opco LLC | 50 | 62%
Facility
62%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#538 / 906 | 70
Facility
70
FL AVG
33
Rank
#810 / 906 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#616 / 906 | For-Profit | $16,800 | Agnieszka Melka | - | - |
| Brookdale Palma Sola | AL | Bradenton | 160
Facility
160
FL AVG
88
Rank
#108 / 1,058 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
FL AVG
42
Rank
#234 / 1,427 | Emerivent Bradenton LLC | 25 | 20%
Facility
20%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#78 / 906 | 22
Facility
22
FL AVG
33
Rank
#325 / 906 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#49 / 906 | For-Profit | $1,000 | Michelle Messer | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ |
| Brookdale North Naples | AL | Naples (North Naples) | 150
Facility
150
FL AVG
88
Rank
#132 / 1,058 | No |
22
Facility
22
FL AVG
42
Rank
#1,056 / 1,427 | Emeritus Corporation | 18 | 44%
Facility
44%
FL AVG
58.3%
Rank
#262 / 906 | 15
Facility
15
FL AVG
33
Rank
#204 / 906 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
FL AVG
1.4
Rank
#11 / 906 | For-Profit | $650 | Holly Stevens-Davis | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Residence at Dania Beach
What languages are spoken at The Residence at Dania Beach?
The team at The Residence at Dania Beach speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.
Who is the owner of The Residence at Dania Beach?
The Residence at Dania Beach is legally operated by The Residence At Westlake Opco LLC, and administered by Agnieszka Melka.
Is The Residence at Dania Beach in a walkable area?
The Residence at Dania Beach has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Residence at Dania Beach?
According to FL state health department records, The Residence at Dania Beach's license number is 12950.
When does The Residence at Dania Beach's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, The Residence at Dania Beach's license expires on November 4, 2027.
Are pets allowed at The Residence at Dania Beach?
No, The Residence at Dania Beach has a no-pet policy.
What payment types does The Residence at Dania Beach accept?
The Residence at Dania Beach accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Other, and VA.
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