Brookdale Palmer Ranch

Brookdale Palmer Ranch is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Brookdale Palmer Ranch is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Brookdale Palmer Ranch

5111 Palmer Ranch Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34238 View Map

Brookdale Palmer Ranch is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

Brookdale Palmer Ranch is an Assisted Living Home in Florida

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Overview of Brookdale Palmer Ranch

Nestled in Sarasota, Florida, Brookdale Palmer Ranch offers residents the opportunity to live life on their terms with the support they need. The community is centrally located, with the beaches of the Florida Gulf Coast just minutes away and a variety of dining, shopping, and cultural attractions nearby. Brookdale Palmer Ranch’s dining program focuses on providing a restaurant-style experience, with residents involved in menu planning and discussions.

The community offers a range of engaging activities, from dancing and yoga to bingo and happy hour, allowing residents to explore new interests and connect with neighbors. The community features a variety of floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, all with kitchenettes and pet-friendly accommodations. Brookdale Palmer Ranch provides a continuum of care, with assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services available on-site, allowing residents to transition seamlessly as their needs change.

Home Information BROOKDALE PALMER RANCH SNF
  • Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. Bed capacity aligns with the typical community size in the state, allowing steady admissions. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.

  • Home revenue sits below most peers, indicating modest billing throughput. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.

  • Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights sit above most state facilities, underscoring deep Title XIX coverage. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy
Beds
118
Occupancy
72.7%
Total Bed Days Available
64970
Avg. Length of Stay
39 days
Avg. Residents per Day
51
Finance
Home Revenue
$10,993,318.00
Payroll Costs
$6,398,622.00
Profit
$-398,131.00
Total Costs
$1,707,909.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
58.2%
House Specifics:
CCN
106022
Owner Name
BREA EMERITUS LLC
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Sarasota
Type of Control
Proprietary — Individual
Operations
Total Admissions
510
Total Discharges
550
% Medicare Admissions
43%
% Private Pay Admissions
57%
% Medicare Discharges
53%
% Private Pay Discharges
47%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
1 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.61 hrs
Number of Fines
5
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
6770
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
6770
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
38774
Bed community size
118-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 3 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

License Status
Licensed
Facility Type
Assisted Living Facility
License Date
March 1, 2025
License Expiration
February 28, 2027

Additional community details

Profit Status: For-Profit

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Types of Care at Brookdale Palmer Ranch

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1
440 - 610 sq. ft
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Inspection History

25 inspections
Results
14 resulted in citations
11 found no issues
Senior living communities undergo regular visits by state and federal agencies to ensure they meet high standards of care, safety, and compliance.
32 citations
This is in line with the Florida average.
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
7 enforcement actions
[11/13/2024: Survey // 11/19/2018: Reporting // 9/17/2018: Reporting // 7/14/2018: Reporting // 7/21/2010: Survey // 1/3/2008: Survey // 11/27/2007: Survey]
Enforcement actions are penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.

Inspection Report Summary for Brookdale Palmer Ranch

BROOKDALE PALMER RANCH was inspected on 2025-07-31, where it was noted that deficiencies were cited. Over a period of approximately 13 years, from August 2012 to October 2025, the facility underwent 25 inspections, with all of them resulting in identified deficiencies. A total of 32 line-item deficiencies were found across these inspections, which included complaint-driven and standard inspections. Common themes emerging from these assessments were concerns related to records and documentation, as well as resident care and rights. The facility has demonstrated improvement by addressing the cited deficiencies, bringing its status up to date with a "Deficiencies Corrected" notation.

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Address 10.5 miles from city center

Address 5111 Palmer Ranch Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34238

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Florida Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Long-Term Care Waiver
Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver
  • General: Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand; waitlists common.
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)
  • General: Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
  • FL Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Florida Optional State Supplementation
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
  • Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • FL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Florida Seniors

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Long-Term Care Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics:
    High demand; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Florida CCE

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (varies).
  • Asset Limits:
    $5,000 (individual).
  • FL Specifics:
    Limited funding; regional variation.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), adult day care (~$60/day), respite (up to 10 days/year).
Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month).
Florida Medicaid PACE

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Florida Optional State Supplementation

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • FL Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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