Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence
Assisted Living · Miami, FL

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence

Assisted Living · Miami, FL
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Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, Veteran Affairs Benefits, and Workers Compensation.

Overview of Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence

The Bay Oaks Miami ranks as one of the quality assisted living in Miami that exceeds in providing outstanding care and service. Bay Oaks is dedicated to ensuring that they keep their reputation of being the trusted assisted living facility by many families in the city. Bay Oaks Miami has proven for decades that their exquisite care and service continues in making an exceptional impact into the lives of many seniors and families– which they have been doing since 1947; having provided exceptional assisted living services that only offers the best care.

Their quintessential cozy apartments are elegantly furnished and beautifully designed. Their chef-prepared meals are devoured in their classic dining area. Bay Oaks exceptional services extends to their housekeeping and transportation services, to name a few. Its comprehensive services are designed to make the lives of each resident easier for seniors that need tailored help; each room is furnished with 100% cotton linens; laundry washed and hand pressed on-site; as well as having a certified 24-hour care from registered nurses. As an assisted living community in Miami, they ensure that residents live an active lifestyle that encourages residents to take part in engaging and enriching activities.

(305) 573-4337
What you will love about this neighborhood
  • Overlooking the scenic waterfront of Biscayne Bay and having easy access to Margaret Pace Park, this neighborhood is located in Edgewater, north of downtown Miami. 
  • Edgewater has plenty of recreational amenities and dining options, including the Pérez Art Museum (1.5 miles away), the Joia Beach, and over 50 restaurants.
  • With over 15,000 residents, this neighborhood promotes an active lifestyle, with a high walkability score of 87 and accessible healthcare with the University of Miami Health District.

Managed by Dorian Chen

Administrator

Dorian Chen serves as the Administrator of Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence, overseeing the community that has been managed by a dedicated board of professional women since 1947. She leads the facility with a commitment to maintaining its longstanding tradition of quality care and community focus.

Bed community size
32-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 87 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Awards

AwardsBest of Miami-Dade 2023, Best of South Florida, top Assisted Living Facilities by Assisted Living Magazine

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 22, 2024
ExpirationApril 21, 2026
CountyMiami-Dade
License Number5168

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence is legally operated by Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence, and administrated by Dorian Chen.

Profit StatusNot-For-Profit

Staffing

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

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:1

Amenities & Lifestyle

Individually Appointed Furnished Rooms
Laundry Service
Activities
Housekeeping
Transportation For Group Activities
24-Hour Care From Certified Nursing Assistants
ActivitiesActivities six days a week including Brain Teasers, Community Social, Watercoloring Lessons, Yoga/Pilates, and games.
Specific ProgramsActivities six days a week, including Brain Teasers, Community Social, Watercoloring Lessons, Yoga/Pilates, and games.

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,500 - $10,000 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionBay Oaks serves three meals a day prepared by professional chefs, featuring healthy and delicious dishes made from scratch using fresh ingredients.

Activities in this home

What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 32

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Types of Care at Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence

Assisted Living

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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.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 41 citations 27 inspections 1 fine $1.3K fined

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.

Since 2013 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 6 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (24% above)
• Citations per year (28% above)
• Citations per inspection (15% above)
• Total inspections (4% above)
• Inspections with citations (19% above)
• Inspection citation rate (13% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection July 17, 2024 Routine

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4133 This facility has 24% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (41 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 24% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2013. 3.22.5 This facility has 28% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.2 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 28% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.51.3 This facility has 15% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.5 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 15% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2726 This facility has 4% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (27 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 4% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 1916 This facility has 19% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 19% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 70%62% This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (70% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 8% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

BAY OAKS HISTORIC RETIREMENT RESIDENCE INC was last inspected on 2024-07-17, with no deficiencies cited. Over the reporting period from 2013-04-16 to 2024-07-17, a total of 26 inspections were conducted, with all but one citing deficiencies. The facility accumulated 40 line-item deficiencies across these inspections, which fell into several key areas: building maintenance and physical plant issues, concerns regarding records and documentation, resident care and rights, infection control protocols, and emergency planning procedures. While past inspections identified areas for improvement, the latest inspection reported no deficiencies, indicating progress in addressing previously cited concerns.

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Assisted Living in Florida

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence is located in Miami, 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).
FL

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

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Miami's city center to Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.87 miles to nearest hospital (North Shore Medical Center)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence

What neighborhood is Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence in?

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence is in the Edgewater neighborhood of Miami.

What languages are spoken at Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence?

The team at Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence speaks English.

Is Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence in a walkable area?

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence?

According to FL state health department records, Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence's license number is 5168.

When does Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence's license expires on April 21, 2026.

What payment types does Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence accept?

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, VA, and Workers Compensation.

Does Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Bay Oaks Historic Retirement Residence is registered as a non-profit in FL.

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