Brookdale Pensacola

Overview of Brookdale Pensacola

Brookdale Pensacola is an assisted living community located in Pensacola, Florida, offering a vibrant and energetic environment that radiates with life and energy. Situated just a few blocks from West Florida Hospital and a short drive from the breathtaking beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, this community provides the perfect setting to live life on your terms and define your day every day.

The community’s dining program is a highlight, offering three warm and thoughtfully-crafted meals each day, as well as a variety of tasty snacks. Residents can enjoy the elegant centerpieces and table linens without ever having to wash dishes, as the meal planning, cooking, and cleaning are handled by the community. Brookdale Pensacola provides a supportive environment where residents can maintain their independence while receiving the help they need. With a focus on health and wellness, engaging activities, and convenient amenities, this community is ideal for seniors seeking a comfortable and engaging retirement lifestyle.

(850) 484-9500

60-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 30 / 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

IssuanceDecember 13, 2024

ExpirationDecember 12, 2026

CountyEscambia

License Number9354

RCFE NumberAL9354

Brookdale Pensacola is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities, Inc., and administrated by Kelly Sims.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Private Dining Room

Landscaped Grounds

Whirlpool

Screened Lanai

Piano

ActivitiesThe community calendar is full of exciting activities and events.

Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care

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

Starting Price$4,055 per month

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy three healthy and delicious meals each day as well as a variety of tasty snacks.

Brookdale Pensacola – Menu

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Activities in this home

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

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Suite

Building Type: Single-story

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Brookdale Pensacola

Assisted Living

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 36 citations 43 inspections 5 fines $13.0K 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.
5
vs 5 avg
— At FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$13k
vs $11.6k
↑ 12% higher 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 May 6, 2025 Monitoring

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.	36	33	This facility has 9% more total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (36 vs. FL avg 33). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 9% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2012.	2.6	2.4	This facility has 8% more citations per year than a typical Florida nursing home (2.6 vs. FL avg 2.4). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 8% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.8	1.3	This facility has 38% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (0.8 vs. FL avg 1.3). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↓ 38% 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.	43	26	This facility has 65% more total inspections than a typical Florida nursing home (43 vs. FL avg 26). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 65% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	21	16	This facility has 31% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (21 vs. FL avg 16). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↑ 31% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	49%	62%	This facility has 13 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (49% vs. FL avg 62%). Click this badge to view the full Florida ranking.↓ 13% better

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

BROOKDALE PENSACOLA's latest inspection on 2025-05-06 reported no deficiencies. During the reporting period from 2011-07-05 to 2025-05-06, a total of 43 inspections were conducted, with all but one citing deficiencies. The facility was found to have a total of 36 line-item deficiencies across various inspection types, including complaint and standard inspections. Common themes identified during these inspections included records/documentation, resident care/rights, and emergency planning. Notably, the facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing past deficiencies, with corrections implemented for all previously cited issues.

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

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Pensacola

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

8.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Pensacola's city center to Brookdale Pensacola's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.44 miles to nearest hospital (West Florida Pavilion)