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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.
Delivering the highest standard of care for individuals aged 55 and above, Bridgewater Park is a prominent continuum of care community in South West 81st Court, Ocala, FL, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation. Spend your retirement surrounded by beautifully crafted and spacious residences that optimize comfort and safety. Focusing on seniors’ well-being, the community strives to deliver the right care and support that cater to their every need and preference.
Enrich your retirement with fun learning programs and engaging activities to gain meaningful experiences. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced dining options that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Bridgewater Park Assisted Living is great for seniors who want to live their golden years without worries with its wide array of care options that ensure comfort and peace of mind.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 108th 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.
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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.
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3h 58m per day | ▲ 13% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day |
Bridgewater Park Assisted Living is legally operated by Bridgewater Park Assisted Living Llc, and administrated by Zachary Gray.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. See the nursing homes benchmark below for the typical Florida score; higher is better.
Well above the Florida average for nursing homes.
Florida nursing homes benchmark: C+ 77/100
Inspection score: 94 out of 100. Letter grade A. Well above the Florida average for nursing homes.
Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.
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.
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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12 | 33 | This facility has 64% fewer total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (12 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 64% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2017.
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1.3 | 3.7 | This facility has 65% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida nursing home (1.3 vs. FL avg 3.7).↓ 65% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
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0.9 | 1.3 | This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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14 | 26 | This facility has 46% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida nursing home (14 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 46% better |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
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3 | 16 | This facility has 81% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (3 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 81% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
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21% | 62% | This facility has 41 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (21% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 41% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Bridgewater Park Assisted Living's most recent inspection, conducted on August 1, 2025, reported no deficiencies. Over the past reporting period from December 11, 2017 to August 1, 2025, a total of 12 inspections were performed, with 12 instances where deficiencies were cited and 11 total line-item deficiencies identified. Common themes among these inspections included concerns related to resident care and rights. Notably, all reported deficiencies have been addressed through corrective actions, demonstrating the facility's commitment to improvement.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsFlorida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Florida average 19.7
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations.
150% worse than Florida average
Florida average: 0.8
100% better than Florida average
Florida average: 0.4
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
9% better than Florida average
0% compared with Florida average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
No contractors work on this role.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
6,206 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 79 | 0 | 79 | 25,616 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 47 | 0 | 47 | 12,847 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 10 | 0 | 10 | 4,476 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 3,231 | 92 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 8 | 8 | 2,059 | 78 | 85% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 7 | 7 | 2,020 | 73 | 79% | 7.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,521 | 69 | 75% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,271 | 83 | 90% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,001 | 83 | 90% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 908 | 82 | 89% | 6.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 609 | 61 | 66% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 493 | 60 | 65% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 405 | 51 | 55% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 220 | 39 | 42% | 5.4 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.5
53% better than Florida average
Florida average: 7.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.7
In line with Florida average
Florida average: 12.4
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.1%
42% better than Florida average
Florida average: 10.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.3%
59% better than Florida average
Florida average: 12.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.7%
97% worse than Florida average
Florida average: 13.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.9%
68% better than Florida average
Florida average: 2.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.1%
24% better than Florida average
Florida average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Florida average
Florida average: 0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.1%
81% better than Florida average
Florida average: 6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Florida average
Florida average: 3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
6.5%
19% better than Florida average
Florida average: 8.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.2%
In line with Florida average
Florida average: 97.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida average
Florida average: 99.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
94.9%
In line with Florida average
Florida average: 94.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
6% worse than Florida average
Florida average: 1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
92.6%
In line with Florida average
Florida average: 94.7%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
51% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
49% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
120
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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.
Historical financial and operational data for Bridgewater Park Assisted Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #106 / 256Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th 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.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
20.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Ocala's city center to Bridgewater Park Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Bridgewater Park Assisted Living is located in Ocala, Florida.
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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| Bridgewater Park Assisted Living |
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).
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. |
Ocala | 139 | 92.8% | +10% | 3.96 | -40% | -2% | $0 | 17 | 4.3 | 2 | 113 | 17 | Ryan Ott | $22.6M | $8.7M | 38.5% | 106115 | ||||
| Hawthorne Inn of Ocala |
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).
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. |
Ocala | 44 | 91.7% | +9% | 3.83 | -20% | -5% | $242.7k | 17 | 2.8 | 2 | 114 | 36 | Hawthorne Operations Holdings LLC | $17.5M | $8.7M | 49.8% | 105602 |
The team at Bridgewater Park Assisted Living speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.
Bridgewater Park Assisted Living has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to FL state health department records, Bridgewater Park Assisted Living's license number is 13108.
According to FL state health department records, Bridgewater Park Assisted Living's license expires on March 19, 2026.
Bridgewater Park Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in FL.
Zachary Gray is the administrator of Bridgewater Park Assisted Living.
Bridgewater Park Assisted Living has 139 beds.
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