Overview of Brookdale Mandarin Central

Brookdale Mandarin Central is a memory care community designed to provide a predictable and stable environment for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The community features peaceful surroundings and a setting that recreates environments people have enjoyed throughout their lives. The Crossings Program at Brookdale Mandarin Central offers a full continuum of dementia care for residents with early to early-moderate stages of dementia. This program is built on person-centered partnerships, focusing on trust, loving concern, and a sense of family. Residents can engage in a variety of activities, including cornhole, crafters corner, yarn club, devotional services, audiobook club, Java music club, fitness classes, and word games.

The community also offers a warm and rewarding dining experience, designed to provide healthy menu choices and a sense of belonging. Dementia-friendly menus, personal dining assistance as needed, and a supportive environment that encourages familiarity and socialization are all part of the compassionate and attentive care provided. Brookdale Mandarin Central is committed to helping individuals with dementia thrive and maintain their dignity and independence.

(904) 880-4040
Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #698 / 1073Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 698th out of 1073 homes in Florida for bed count. 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100 Rank #425 / 1485Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 425th out of 1485 homes in Florida for walk score. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 18, 2026
ExpirationMay 17, 2028
CountyDuval
License Number8868

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Mandarin Central is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administrated by Katrina Williams.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
60 units
Total beds
60 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Game Room
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Screened Lanai
Piano
ActivitiesDaily activities include cornhole, crafters corner, and fitness classes.
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,340 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMealtime consists of dementia-friendly menus, easy-to-manage options and personal dining assistance as needed.

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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.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 21 citations 19 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

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

Inspection score: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 12 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (36% below)
• Citations per year (38% below)
• Citations per inspection (15% below)
• Total inspections (27% below)
• Inspections with citations (63% below)
• Inspection citation rate (48% below)
Latest Inspection January 13, 2025 Other An inspection that falls outside standard annual surveys and formal complaint investigations. May include administrative compliance checks, documentation reviews, focused surveys on specific concerns, or revisit surveys to verify prior corrections.

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2133 This facility has 36% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (21 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 36% better Rank #316 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 316th 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 Info Average citations per year since 2012. 1.52.4 This facility has 38% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.5 vs. FL avg 2.4).↓ 38% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.11.3 This facility has 15% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 15% better Rank #331 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 331st 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1926 This facility has 27% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 27% better
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 616 This facility has 63% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (6 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 63% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 32%62% This facility has 30 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (32% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 30% better Rank #154 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 154th 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 Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on January 13, 2025, found no deficiencies and no complaints.
  • Several past inspections cited Class 3 deficiencies mainly in training, medication labeling, dietary standards, and resident care supervision.
  • Deficiencies were infrequent and corrected promptly, with many inspections from 2012 to 2025 showing no deficiencies.

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: 2-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Mandarin Central

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Address 17.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Jacksonville's city center to Brookdale Mandarin Central's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.39 miles to nearest hospital (Publix Pharmacy at Old St. Augustine Plaza)

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Memory Care in Florida

Brookdale Mandarin Central is located in Jacksonville, Florida.
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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).
FL

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
FL

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.
FL

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).
FL

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).
FL

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Mandarin Central

What neighborhood is Brookdale Mandarin Central in?

Brookdale Mandarin Central is in the Mandarin Station neighborhood of Jacksonville.

What languages are spoken at Brookdale Mandarin Central?

The team at Brookdale Mandarin Central speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Mandarin Central?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Mandarin Central is Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc..

Is Brookdale Mandarin Central in a walkable area?

Brookdale Mandarin Central has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brookdale Mandarin Central?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Mandarin Central's license number is 8868.

When does Brookdale Mandarin Central's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Mandarin Central's license expires on May 17, 2028.

Does Brookdale Mandarin Central have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Mandarin Central on this page.

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