Blue Heron Assisted Living

Overview of Blue Heron Assisted Living

Blue Heron Assisted Living is a 107-bed facility managed by Blue Heron Health and Rehabilitation LLC. The campus coordinates standard assisted living, specialized memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation services, with a day-to-day care framework handled by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. The property features private residential accommodations, and its current state operating credentials extend through June 10, 2027.

Public health tracking logs recording seven separate evaluations between June 2021 and September 2025 document 16 total line-item infractions over the property’s operational history. This volume tracks roughly 52% lower than the standard Florida baseline. Because four of those seven state visits flagged at least one required correction on initial paperwork, the property carries a low long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for absolute perfection on first reviews.

Early records show a clean run with zero infractions between late 2021 and mid-2023, though a March 2024 complaint check noted minor hurdles with medication labeling. The modern files show a temporary shift in regulatory scrutiny, as the latest standard check on May 15, 2025, flagged 11 deficiencies spanning admissions contracts, staffing files, background screening updates, and general resident care routines, though the provider has never received a financial fine.

Families checking into local long-term care facilities can use these state regulatory summaries to analyze the provider’s administrative trends. Since the official tracking logs reveal an overall low citation volume and zero fines alongside a recent uptick in paperwork and care marks, looking over the operator’s current correction logs is a useful precaution. Planning an in-person walkthrough is a practical next step to check out the residential spaces firsthand, observe the nurses and aides at work, and talk with the director about modern quality assurance steps.

(813) 454-0513

107-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 3 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJune 11, 2025

ExpirationJune 10, 2027

CountyPasco

License Number13606

Blue Heron Assisted Living is legally operated by Blue Heron Health And Rehabilitation Llc, and administrated by Megan Kopstad.

Owner NameBlue Heron Health And Rehabilitation LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

107 units

Total beds

107 units

Rehabilitation Services

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 16 citations 7 inspections

Inspection Score

8 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$0
vs $11.6k
↓ 100% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

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.

Since 2021 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection May 15, 2025 Routine

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	16	33	This facility has 52% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (16 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 52% better Rank #232 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 232nd out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	3.2	6.6	This facility has 52% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.2 vs. FL avg 6.6).↓ 52% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	2.3	1.3	This facility has 77% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 77% worse Rank #878 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 878th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	7	26	This facility has 73% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (7 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 73% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	4	16	This facility has 75% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (4 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 75% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	57%	62%	This facility has 5 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (57% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 5% better Rank #470 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 470th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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

May 9, 2023 routine inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints.
March 26, 2024 complaint investigation identified two Class 3 deficiencies in medication storage, disposal, and labeling.
May 15, 2025 routine inspection cited 11 Class 3 deficiencies across admissions, resident care, medication, staffing, training, records, and background screening.

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3.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Wesley Chapel's city center to Blue Heron Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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.

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).

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).

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


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What neighborhood is Blue Heron Assisted Living in?

Blue Heron Assisted Living is in the Quail Hollow Pines neighborhood of WESLEY CHAPEL.

Who is the owner of Blue Heron Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Blue Heron Assisted Living is Blue Heron Health And Rehabilitation Llc.

Is Blue Heron Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Blue Heron Assisted Living has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Blue Heron Assisted Living?

According to FL state health department records, Blue Heron Assisted Living's license number is 13606.

When does Blue Heron Assisted Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Blue Heron Assisted Living's license expires on June 10, 2027.

Does Blue Heron Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Blue Heron Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in FL.

Who is the administrator of Blue Heron Assisted Living?

Megan Kopstad is the administrator of Blue Heron Assisted Living.

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