Total health inspections
4
Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Blessing ALF
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Miami, FL
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Blessing ALF
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Miami, FL
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Blessing ALF accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Ideally set along the palm tree-lined street in North Miami Beach, FL, Blessing Alf is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ well-being, the community strives to provide top-tier care and support tailored to their unique needs and aspirations. Residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live to their potential within its purposely designed and intimate accommodations.
The community promotes a bright and friendly environment, ensuring residents live an active and well-connected lifestyle through fun-filled activities and enriching events. Here, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with delicious and healthy meals catering to their dietary needs and tastes. Make the most out of your best years with a trusted community attending to your personal needs.
What you will love about this neighborhood
- This location is part of the historic Fulford by the Sea, which features five tranquil parks like Greynolds Park and three shopping centers nearby, which are ideal for leisure and wellness.
- Notable attractions like the Fulford by the Sea Monument and Oleta River State Park are situated nearby, providing retirees with plenty of recreational opportunities.
- Perfectly combining a suburban atmosphere and easy access to downtown Miami, the neighborhood is known for its history in racing in 1926 and 20th-century developments.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 174th out of 252 homes in Florida. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 174th out of 252 homes in Florida. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 42m per day
Rank #174 / 252Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th out of 252 homes in Florida. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Florida average, with a ranking across 252 Florida SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Florida avg
-8%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 34m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day |
Types of Care at Blessing ALF
Assisted Living
Capacity and availability
This home is often near full
Occupancy rate
95.1%
Rank #23 / 255Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 23rd out of 255 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its Statewide rank out of 255. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
98 days
6-bed community Rank #929 / 1073Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 929th out of 1073 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 86 / 100 Rank #58 / 1485Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 58th out of 1485 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
Expiration14/08/2026
CountyMiami-Dade
License Number12186
Blessing ALF is legally operated by Blessing Alf, Llc, and administrated by Robinson Francois.
Profit StatusFor-Profit
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
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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
0 Better
No metrics in this bucket.
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 48 | — | — |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.5 | — | — |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 33 | — | — |
|
Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 31 | — | — |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 94% | — | — |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- BLESSING ALF LLC underwent its latest inspection on 2024-11-13, which reported a status of Deficiencies Corrected. During the reporting period from 2013-01-29 to 2025-04-14, the facility received a total of 33 inspections, with all but one citing deficiencies. A total of 48 line-item deficiencies were identified across these inspections, which fell into several key areas: building maintenance and physical plant issues; concerns with records and documentation; resident care and rights; dietary and food service problems; and emergency planning shortcomings. The facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing these issues, as indicated by the Deficiencies Corrected status following its latest inspection.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
13
Rank #74 / 251Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 251 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Florida State average, with a ranking across all 251 FL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Florida average 19.7
Citations per inspection
3.25
Rank #73 / 251Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 251 homes in Florida. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Florida mean across 251 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8
Serious health citations
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.4
Citations history (last 4 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Apr 23, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 19, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 19, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 19, 2024
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
133
Employees
126
Contractors
7
Staff to resident ratio
1.73:1
17% better than Florida average
Avg staff/day
49
Average shift
7.5 hours
5% worse than Florida average
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,714
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
All 33 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
33
All 33 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
33
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursLicensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
All 10 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
10
All 10 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursCertified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
All 48 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
48
All 48 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
48
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursContractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
3.1%
1,034 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 48 | 0 | 48 | 16,290 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 33 | 0 | 33 | 8,332 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,737 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,521 | 80 | 87% | 8.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1,271 | 81 | 88% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 1 | 4 | 951 | 79 | 86% | 6.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 1 | 5 | 676 | 78 | 85% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 549 | 70 | 76% | 4 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 544 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 481 | 58 | 63% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 390 | 70 | 76% | 5.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 340 | 73 | 79% | 3.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 134 | 18 | 20% | 7.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 21 | 23% | 1.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 8 | 9% | 3.8 |
48 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
33 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Dietitian
% of Days
87%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
88%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
86%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
85%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
76%
2 Administrator
% of Days
70%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
60%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
76%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
79%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
20%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
23%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.5
39% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 7.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
7.0
44% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.4%
39% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
8.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
8.8%
32% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.9%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
5.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
5.7%
58% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.4%
84% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
17% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.7%
56% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
4.0%
50% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 97.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 99.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.6%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.8%
19% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.8%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 94.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
59% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
77
Medicare
6
7.8% of residents
Medicaid
48
62.3% of residents
Private pay or other
23
29.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Blessing ALF based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
95.1%
↑ 2.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$766.3K
↑ ~$954.8K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5.6M
↓ ~$621.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
7.3%
↑ 8.3pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$10.6M
Profit
$766.3K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$10.6M Rank #221 / 256Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 221st out of 256 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Florida SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$766.3K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #207 / 256Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 207th out of 256 homes in Florida. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #207 / 256Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 207th out of 256 homes in Florida. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$9.8M
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Recreational Activities
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18.0 miles from city center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blessing ALF
What neighborhood is Blessing ALF in?
Blessing ALF is in the North Miami Beach neighborhood of North Miami Beach.
Is Blessing ALF in a walkable area?
Blessing ALF has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Blessing ALF?
According to FL state health department records, Blessing ALF's license number is 12186.
When does Blessing ALF's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Blessing ALF's license expires on 14/08/2026.
Does Blessing ALF operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Blessing ALF is registered as a for-profit in FL.
Who is the administrator of Blessing ALF?
Robinson Francois is the administrator of Blessing ALF.
How many beds does Blessing ALF have?
Blessing ALF has 6 beds.
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