Brookdale Bradenton Gardens

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bradenton, FL

5612 26Th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207 View map

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Brookdale Bradenton Gardens accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Veteran Affairs Benefits, and Workers Compensation.

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Brookdale Bradenton Gardens accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Veteran Affairs Benefits, and Workers Compensation.

Overview of Brookdale Bradenton Gardens

Located in Bradenton, Florida, Brookdale Bradenton Gardens is a senior living community that offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The community is situated just minutes from the sandy white beaches of Anna Marie Island and Longboat Key, providing residents with wonderful afternoon destinations. Brookdale Bradenton Gardens offers pet-friendly apartments, restaurant-style dining, and convenient amenities right on campus, allowing residents to reignite old passions and find new ones. The community’s staff is available 24/7 to be alerted to any emergencies, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.

The assisted living services at Brookdale Bradenton Gardens help seniors with medication management, daily living activities like bathing and dressing, and coordination with outside healthcare providers. The community’s staff also serves delicious meals in the cozy dining room. For memory care residents, Brookdale Bradenton Gardens focuses on creating a personalized experience. The community customizes care to meet each resident’s unique needs and preferences, with purposeful programs and compassionate care. Residents can participate in a variety of activities, including game nights, crafting classes, happy hour, and shopping trips, as well as structured programs like the book club, karaoke, dancing, chair yoga, trivia games, and art classes.

(941) 756-5571

Types of Care at Brookdale Bradenton Gardens

Assisted Living Memory Care

120-bed community

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

Walk Score: 41 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceSeptember 15, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 14, 2027

CountyManatee

License Number6528

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation, and administrated by John O'sullivan.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

120 units

Total beds

120 units

Wheelchair Accessible

Secured Perimeter

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Creole English Spanish

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Pet Friendly

Transportation

Library

Concierge Service

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Private Dining Room

Walking Paths

Landscaped Grounds

General Store

Guest Suite(S)

Piano

ActivitiesDaily activities include cognitive workouts, physical activities, and structured memory care activities.

Branded ProgramsClare Bridge

Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Assisted Living$2,965 per month

Memory Care$3,615 per month

Food DescriptionDining options focus on healthy and delicious meals, with a culinary team dedicated to creating personalized menu options.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 54 citations 47 inspections 10 fines $9.5K fined

Inspection Score

Below the Florida average for assisted living residences.

Florida assisted living residences benchmark: C+ 77/100

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

Fines Total number of fines issued.
10
vs 5 avg
↑ 100% higher than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$9.5k
vs $11.6k
↓ 18% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 14 years (since 2012).

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 2012 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection August 27, 2025 Other

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.	54	33	This facility has 64% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (54 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 64% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2012.	3.9	2.4	This facility has 63% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.9 vs. FL avg 2.4).↑ 63% 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).↓ 15% better

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.	47	26	This facility has 81% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (47 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 81% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	25	16	This facility has 56% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (25 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 56% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	53%	62%	This facility has 9 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (53% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 9% better

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

BROOKDALE BRADENTON GARDENS was last inspected on 2025-08-27, with no deficiencies cited. Over the reporting period from 2012-07-23 to 2025-08-27, a total of 47 inspections were conducted, with 54 line-item deficiencies identified across those inspections. The majority of inspections (28) were complaint-driven, while others focused on monitoring or standard protocols. Common themes included records and documentation, as well as resident care and rights. Notably, the facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing past issues, with a history of correcting cited deficiencies to achieve its current status of no reported deficiencies.

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

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Studio

Activities in this home

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

4.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Bradenton's city center to Brookdale Bradenton Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.49 miles to nearest hospital (HCA Florida Blake Hospital)

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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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What neighborhood is Brookdale Bradenton Gardens in?

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens is in the South Bradenton neighborhood of Bradenton.

What languages are spoken at Brookdale Bradenton Gardens?

The team at Brookdale Bradenton Gardens speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Bradenton Gardens?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Bradenton Gardens is Emeritus Corporation.

Is Brookdale Bradenton Gardens in a walkable area?

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Bradenton Gardens?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Bradenton Gardens's license number is 6528.

When does Brookdale Bradenton Gardens's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Bradenton Gardens's license expires on September 14, 2027.

What payment types does Brookdale Bradenton Gardens accept?

Brookdale Bradenton Gardens accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Other, VA, and Workers Compensation.