Brookdale Bayshore

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Tampa, FL

4902 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611 View map

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Brookdale Bayshore accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Veteran Affairs Benefits.

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Overview of Brookdale Bayshore

Awarded #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Brookdale Bayshore is an extraordinary senior living community in Tampa, Florida. It provides distinct opportunities for socialization, finding new interests, and health and wellness for seniors looking for an independent living lifestyle. Vacation-style amenities are available including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, transportation services, and concierge service.

When extra care is necessary to feel secure and fulfill the demands of everyday living, Brookdale Bayshore also offers assisted living options. With an exclusive personalized system in place, customized programs for all residents are created and implemented in this pet-friendly community. The dedicated care associates available 24/7, along with individualized service plans that allow for flexibility, make this senior living community a home like no other.

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190-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

Walk Score: 53 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 1, 2025

ExpirationOctober 1, 2027

CountyHillsborough

License Number7565

State License TypesAL7565

Brookdale Bayshore is legally operated by Blc Tampa-gc, Llc, and administrated by Anne Giehl.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

English Portuguese Spanish

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Home Care

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Fitness Center

Gym

Library

Salon

Barber

Spa

Chapel

Dining Room

Restaurant

Bistro

Courtyard

Garden

Patio

Walking Paths

Transportation

Concierge

Wifi

Housekeeping

Laundry

Private Dining

Outdoor Seating

Fire Pit

Wellness Center

ActivitiesThe community offers a variety of activities, including fitness classes, walking clubs, and book clubs, as part of its activity schedule.

Branded ProgramsBrookdale HealthPlus

Wellness ProgramBrookdale HealthPlus offers personalized preventive care, support for chronic conditions management, and continued coordination of care with a dedicated RN Care Manager.

Specific Programs813-835-4475

Religious ServicesYes

Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm

Starting Price$5,510 per month

Food DescriptionThe dining program focuses on healthy and delicious menu options, with meals designed to reflect residents' preferences and dietary needs.

Brookdale Bayshore – Menu

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Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Cooking Classes
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 500 / 750 / 1,000 sq. ft

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: High-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Brookdale Bayshore

Assisted Living Independent Living

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

Private Rooms

1 - 2

500 - 1,000 sq. ft

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 47 citations 41 inspections 11 fines $15.5K fined

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

Legal actions Enforcement actions taken against this facility.
0
vs 3 avg
↓ 100% fewer than FL avg
Fines Total number of fines issued.
11
vs 5 avg
↑ 120% higher than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$15.5k
vs $11.6k
↑ 33% higher than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).

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 2022 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection August 27, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	47	33	This facility has 42% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (47 vs. FL avg 33). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 42% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2022.	11.8	8.3	This facility has 42% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (11.8 vs. FL avg 8.3). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 42% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.1	1.3	This facility has 15% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.1 vs. FL avg 1.3). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↓ 15% better

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

Metric	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	41	26	This facility has 58% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (41 vs. FL avg 26). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 58% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	22	16	This facility has 38% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (22 vs. FL avg 16). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 38% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	54%	62%	This facility has 8 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (54% vs. FL avg 62%). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↓ 8% better

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

BROOKDALE BAYSHORE was inspected on 2025-08-27, with no deficiencies cited in its latest report. Over the reporting period from 2012-07-17 to 2025-08-27, the facility underwent a total of 41 inspections, with all but one resulting in deficiencies. A total of 47 line items were identified as deficient across these inspections. Common themes included building maintenance and physical plant issues, as well as concerns related to records and documentation, resident care, dietary services, and emergency planning. The facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing these areas, with corrections made for previously cited deficiencies.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Bayshore

Brookdale Bayshore P2

Brookdale Bayshore P3

Brookdale Bayshore P1

Floor Plan

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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

6.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Tampa's city center to Brookdale Bayshore's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.07 miles to nearest hospital (HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital)

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