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Memory Care in Palm Bay

A Place Like Home

Memory Care in Palm Bay

A Place Like Home

Overview of A Place Like Home

A Place Like Home, located in Palm Bay, FL, like its name suggests, is a senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services in a home-like environment. This senior care home provides personalized care, and discreet and dignified personal assistance with daily living activities as needed. Their personalized care plans begin with an assessment to ensure that they will be able to provide the right care services and amenities the residents would need.

Part of their assisted living and memory care services and amenities include, three home cooked meals per day, as well as snacks, housekeeping and laundry services to keep the place spotless and safe for everyone, as well as medication management. They also curate programs specifically designed to help residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, helping them stay physically and mentally active, while in the comfort and care of a secure environment.

Managed by Diane Walker

Administrator

Diane Walker serves as the Administrator at A Place Like Home, bringing a warm and professional approach to a smaller community setting. She supports a homey atmosphere that encourages family-like connections and personalized attention, ensuring residents experience a pleasant and worry-free time.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 6
Bed community size
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 23 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Payment Types

Medicaid
Va

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 17, 2025
ExpirationMarch 16, 2027
CountyBrevard

Additional Licensing Details

License Number11499
RCFE NumberAL11499

Ownership & Operating Entity

A Place Like Home is legally operated by A Place Like Home Alf Inc, and administrated by Diane M Walker.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Languages Spoken

English

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Amenities & Lifestyle

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at A Place Like Home

Assisted Living Memory Care

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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.

33 visits/inspections

Results

31 with citations

2 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date August 19, 2025
Complaint Investigation

71 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 33 citations

43 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

14 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $22,400.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for A Place Like Home

The most recent inspection on August 19, 2025, identified deficiencies related to resident care rights, training, and reporting requirements. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies primarily involving admissions, resident care supervision, medication assistance, training, records, and background screening. Complaint investigations did not list any substantiated complaints, and no fines or enforcement actions were noted in the available reports. Prior reports included a range of Class 3 and Unclassified deficiencies, with one inspection in 2020 citing multiple issues across staffing, emergency plans, and medication management. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring themes but no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.

Compare Memory Care around Palm Bay The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Palm Bay
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Yes
40
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39
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A Place Like Home
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Palm Bay
6
No
23
1
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A Place Like Home Alf Inc
33
93.9%
71
For-Profit
$22,400
Diane M Walker
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Blue Fountain Home Care
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Palm Bay
6
No
7
1
-
Blue Fountain Home Care, Llc
12
50%
13
For-Profit
-
Magda Delinois
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Coral Reef ALF, LLC
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Palm Bay
5
No
2
-
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Coral Reef Alf, Llc
18
83.3%
32
For-Profit
$4,500
Rhode Nosistel
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Riverview Senior Resort
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Palm Bay (Cape Malabar)
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Yes
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Studio / 1 Bed

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Address 2.6 miles from city center — 1.62 miles to nearest hospital (Health First Palm Bay Hospital)

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

~$2,829/month (individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds).

~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

~$1,004/month (individual, including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.

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