Tessera of Brandon
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tampa, FL
Tessera of Brandon
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Tampa, FL
Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Oakfield Drive, Brandon, FL, Tessera Brandon is a reliable senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring 87 snug and sophisticated residences, the community ensures seniors spend their best years comfortably and conveniently. Let go of your woes and do the things you love with the utmost care and assistance from a reliable and well-trained team.
Maintain wellness and have fun through a wide array of engaging activities and wellness programs. Enjoy dining at your pace in multiple venues with delightful dining options catering to dietary needs and preferences. Tessera Brandon strives to create a safe place for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly while receiving the finest care and assistance for their ever-changing needs.
146-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 58 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceJanuary 11, 2023
ExpirationOctober 31, 2025
CountyHillsborough
License Number13150
Tessera of Brandon is legally operated by Embassy Brandon, Llc, and administrated by Wanda-Sue Blakey.
Management CompanyISLE HEALTHCARE SERVICES, LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Cooking Classes
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 87
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Tessera of Brandon
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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 2018 · 8 years of data
36 citations
35 inspections
2 fines
$5.2K 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-
0vs 3 avg↓ 100% fewer than FL avg
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2vs 5 avg↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
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$5.2kvs $11.6k↓ 56% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 8 years (since 2018).
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 2018 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (9% above)
• Citations per year (10% above)
• Total inspections (35% above)
• Inspections with citations (25% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (23% below)
• Inspection citation rate (8% below)
• Total citations (9% above)
• Citations per year (10% above)
• Total inspections (35% above)
• Inspections with citations (25% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (23% below)
• Inspection citation rate (8% below)
Latest Inspection
July 31, 2025
Complaint
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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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 assisted living residence (36 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 9% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2018.
| 4.5 | 4.1 | This facility has 10% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (4.5 vs. FL avg 4.1).↑ 10% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1 | 1.3 | This facility has 23% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 23% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 35 | 26 | This facility has 35% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (35 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 35% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 20 | 16 | This facility has 25% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (20 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 25% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 57% | 62% | This facility has 5 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (57% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 5% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
EMBASSY BRANDON, LLC was inspected on 2025-07-31, during which time deficiencies were cited. Over the reporting period from 2018-04-04 to 2025-07-31, a total of 30 inspections were conducted, with all 30 resulting in deficiencies being identified. The facility accumulated a total of 30 line-item deficiencies across these inspections. Key themes emerging from the inspection reports include concerns related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, and dietary and food service standards. While the latest inspection reported deficiencies, it is worth noting that corrections were made in response to previous citations, indicating efforts towards improvement.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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1.3 miles from city center
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— 9.48 miles to nearest hospital (Tampa General Hospital)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tessera of Brandon
What languages are spoken at Tessera of Brandon?
The team at Tessera of Brandon speaks English.
Who is the owner of Tessera of Brandon?
The legal owner and operator of Tessera of Brandon is Embassy Brandon, Llc.
Is Tessera of Brandon in a walkable area?
Tessera of Brandon has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Tessera of Brandon?
According to FL state health department records, Tessera of Brandon's license number is 13150.
When does Tessera of Brandon's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Tessera of Brandon's license expires on October 31, 2025.
Does Tessera of Brandon operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Tessera of Brandon is registered as a for-profit in FL.
Who is the administrator of Tessera of Brandon?
Wanda-Sue Blakey is the administrator of Tessera of Brandon.
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