Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Miami, FL

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Miami, FL
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Overview of Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon is an assisted living community in Miami, FL, that offers personal care, memory care, and physical therapy services. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by its warm and home-like environment. Nutritious meals, 24-hour care, and wellness programs are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through Montessori-based care for Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as personalized care plans, the community ensures residents are well-cared for.

Social events, light exercises, and recreational programs provide residents with more opportunities to learn and lift their moods. Cozy, private rooms and lively communal spaces also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Located near the beautiful Blue Lagoon, a supermarket, restaurants, shops, and public transportation, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community has exceptional standards of care, making it one of the finest options for senior living in Florida.

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Types of Care at Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
Bed community size
350-bed community Rank #5 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 1065 homes in Florida. 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 73 / 100 Rank #178 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 1486 homes in Florida. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceDecember 22, 2023
ExpirationDecember 21, 2025
CountyMiami-Dade
License Number7551

Ownership & Operating Entity

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon is legally operated by Residential Plaza At Blue Lagoon, Inc., and administrated by Barbara Galindo.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

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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 2013 · 13 years of data 82 citations 54 inspections 2 fines $600 fined

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 2013 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 5 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (148% above)
• Citations per year (152% above)
• Citations per inspection (15% above)
• Total inspections (108% above)
• Inspections with citations (56% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Inspection citation rate (26% below)
Latest Inspection November 22, 2024 Complaint

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. 8233 This facility has 148% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (82 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 148% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2013. 6.32.5 This facility has 152% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (6.3 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 152% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.51.3 This facility has 15% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.5 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 15% worse

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. 5426 This facility has 108% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (54 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 108% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 2516 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 Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 46%62% This facility has 16 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (46% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 16% better

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

RESIDENTIAL PLAZA AT BLUE LAGOON, INC underwent its latest inspection on November 22, 2024, resulting in no cited deficiencies. Over a period of approximately twelve years, from October 31, 2012 to November 22, 2024, the facility has undergone a total of fifty-three inspections, with all but one citing deficiencies. A total of sixty-eight line-item deficiencies were identified across these inspections, which fell into four main categories: building maintenance and physical plant issues, record-keeping and documentation problems, concerns related to resident care and rights, and dietary and food service shortcomings. The facility has demonstrated improvement in addressing previously cited deficiencies, with a focus on maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents.

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Building Type: High-rise

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Address 7.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Miami's city center to Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.6 miles to nearest hospital (Miami Childrens Hospital Derm)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon is located in Miami, 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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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon

What neighborhood is Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon in?

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon is in the Flagami neighborhood of Miami.

What languages are spoken at Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon?

The team at Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon speaks English and Spanish.

Is Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon in a walkable area?

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon?

According to FL state health department records, Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon's license number is 7551.

When does Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon's license expires on December 21, 2025.

What payment types does Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon accept?

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Other, and VA.

Does Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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