Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

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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.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Brookdale Palmer Ranch is legally operated by Brea Palmer Ranch Llc, and administrated by Sara Sterling.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total citations
| 33 | 33 | This facility has total citations in line with the Florida average (33 vs. FL avg 33).— At avg |
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Citations per year
| 3.7 | 3.7 | This facility has citations per year in line with the Florida average (3.7 vs. FL avg 3.7).— At avg |
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Citations per inspection
| 1.3 | 1.3 | This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 26 | 26 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Florida average (26 vs. FL avg 26).— At avg |
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Inspections with citations
| 15 | 16 | This facility has 6% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (15 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 6% better |
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Inspection citation rate
| 58% | 62% | This facility has 4 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (58% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 4% better |
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.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsFlorida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
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.
7 of 24 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 24 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 24 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Florida average: 0.8
Florida average: 0.4
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
4,287 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 38 | 32 | 70 | 11,233 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 2 | 14 | 3,608 | 91 | 99% | 9.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 15 | 22 | 2,586 | 91 | 99% | 9.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 954 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 951 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 9 | 9 | 699 | 76 | 83% | 5.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 516 | 64 | 70% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 458 | 66 | 72% | 6.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 450 | 70 | 76% | 5.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 276 | 65 | 71% | 4.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 72 | 32 | 35% | 2.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 71 | 5 | 5% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 48 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 18 | 20% | 1.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 30 | 33% | 0.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 4% | 0.8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2025
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Mar 19, 2025 · $60K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
69% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Brookdale Palmer Ranch based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Fitness and Recreation
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
10.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sarasota's city center to Brookdale Palmer Ranch's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.65 miles to nearest hospital (Sarasota VA Clinic)
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Brookdale Palmer Ranch is located in Sarasota, Florida.
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Brookdale Palmer Ranch is in the Bee Ridge neighborhood of Sarasota.
The team at Brookdale Palmer Ranch speaks English and Spanish.
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Palmer Ranch is Brea Palmer Ranch Llc.
Brookdale Palmer Ranch has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Palmer Ranch's license number is 9737.
According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Palmer Ranch's license expires on June 28, 2026.
Brookdale Palmer Ranch accepts Other.
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