Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach

Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Bay Port of Fort… is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach

243 Hollywood Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 View Map

Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Bay Port of Fort… is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

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Overview of Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach

Bay Port at Fort Walton Beach offers upscale senior living designed to promote both assisted living and memory care needs. Bay Port at Fort Walton Beach provides exemplary service to families seeking a supportive and enriching living environment for their senior loved ones. An active lifestyle is a cornerstone of Bay Port’s philosophy. Residents can participate in a variety of activities and events, from fitness classes and creative workshops to social gatherings and outdoor excursions.

The on-site calendar is packed with options to keep minds and bodies stimulated. For those with memory care needs, Bay Port provides specialized programs and a secure environment that offers peace of mind. Their welcome program helps ease the transition into assisted living, ensuring a warm and friendly atmosphere. With a focus on personalized care, a variety of engaging activities, and a dedicated staff committed to resident well-being, it’s no secret why Bay Port at Fort Walton Beach is the premier option in the Florida Panhandle.

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Home Information Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach
Bed community size
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 50 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Status
IN REVIEW
Facility Type
Assisted Living Facility
License Date
July 8, 2023
License Expiration
July 7, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 13619
County: Okaloosa

Ownership & operating entity

Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach is legally operated by BAY PORT ASSISTED LIVING INC, and administrated by STEPHANIE MAHAN.

Administrator: STEPHANIE MAHAN
Profit status: For-Profit
Nonprofit ownership: No

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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Pets Allowed: Yes

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two story building

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Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio
1 Bed
1 Bed

Inspection History

In Florida, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

9 visits/inspections

Results

0 with citations

9 without citations

9 citations

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

Florida average: 34 citations

0 enforcement actions

Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.

Florida average: 5 enforcement actions

Inspection Report Summary for Bay Port of Fort Walton Beach

BAY PORT OF FORT WALTON BEACH was last inspected on 2025-02-19, with no reported deficiencies cited in the latest assessment. Over the reporting period from 2021-06-30 to 2025-02-19, a total of 9 inspections were conducted, with all but one resulting in identified deficiencies. The facility accumulated 9 total deficiencies across these inspections, which included complaint-driven and standard licensure checks, among others. No specific common themes emerged from the inspection data. Notably, no corrections or improvements are mentioned in relation to these findings.

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Address 0.9 miles from city center

Address 243 Hollywood Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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Guides for Better Senior Living

From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Florida Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Long-Term Care Waiver
Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver
  • General: Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand; waitlists common.
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)
  • General: Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
  • FL Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Florida Optional State Supplementation
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
  • Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • FL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Florida Seniors

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Long-Term Care Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics:
    High demand; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Florida CCE

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $5,000 (individual).
  • FL Specifics:
    Limited funding; regional variation.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), adult day care (~$60/day), respite (up to 10 days/year).
Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month).
Florida Medicaid PACE

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Florida Optional State Supplementation

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • FL Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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