Rising Oaks Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Florida, FL

Rising Oaks Assisted Living

Assisted Living · Florida, FL
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Rising Oaks Assisted Living accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid.

Overview of Rising Oaks Assisted Living

Rising Oaks Assisted Living is located in Live Oak, FL. It offers a safe and caring environment with services such as 24/7 staffing, healthy meals, medication assistance, housekeeping, and transportation coordination. The facility provides semi-private and private suites for residents.
Bed community size
52-bed community Rank #766 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 766th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 62 / 100 Rank #322 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 322nd 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceNovember 7, 2023
ExpirationNovember 6, 2025
CountySuwannee
License Number13041
RCFE NumberAL13041

Ownership & Operating Entity

Rising Oaks Assisted Living is legally operated by Smith & Sorensen, Llc, and administrated by Crystal Ducksworth.

Owner NameSmith & Sorensen, LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
52 units
Total beds
52 units

Staffing

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

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

24/7 Staffing
Healthy Meals And Snacks
Medication Assistance
Housekeeping And Laundry
Transportation Coordination
Daily Living Assistance

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHealthy meals and snacks approved by a registered dietitian.

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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 2017 · 9 years of data 12 citations 13 inspections

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 2017 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (64% below)
• Citations per year (65% below)
• Citations per inspection (31% below)
• Total inspections (50% below)
Latest Inspection January 21, 2025 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. 1233 This facility has 64% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (12 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 64% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2017. 1.33.7 This facility has 65% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.3 vs. FL avg 3.7).↓ 65% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.91.3 This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better

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. 1326 This facility has 50% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (13 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 50% better

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

Rising Oaks Assisted Living's most recent inspection, conducted on January 21, 2025, reported no deficiencies. Over a period of eight years, from July 24, 2017 to January 21, 2025, the facility underwent a total of 12 inspections, with 6 complaint-driven inspections and 3 standard inspections among others. Notably, all 12 inspections cited deficiencies, resulting in a total of 11 line-item deficiencies. No common themes were identified across these inspections. As the latest inspection reported no deficiencies, it appears that corrective actions have been effective in addressing previous issues.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Rising Oaks Assisted Living is located in LIVE OAK, 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 Rising Oaks Assisted Living

What languages are spoken at Rising Oaks Assisted Living?

The team at Rising Oaks Assisted Living speaks English.

Who is the owner of Rising Oaks Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Rising Oaks Assisted Living is Smith & Sorensen, Llc.

Is Rising Oaks Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Rising Oaks Assisted Living has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Rising Oaks Assisted Living?

According to FL state health department records, Rising Oaks Assisted Living's license number is 13041.

When does Rising Oaks Assisted Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Rising Oaks Assisted Living's license expires on November 6, 2025.

What payment types does Rising Oaks Assisted Living accept?

Rising Oaks Assisted Living accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid.

Does Rising Oaks Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Rising Oaks Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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