Upside Miami
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Miami, FL

Overview of Upside Miami

A Walk Score of 98 is the number that sets Upside Miami apart before you even look at the floor plan. That score puts it in Walker’s Paradise territory, which in practical terms means Miami’s shops, services, and street life are accessible on foot every day, no car required. For a senior living community, that kind of location is not incidental.

The building is a modern apartment complex offering independent living, with the option to stay short-term or commit to a longer residence. It is pet-friendly. Outdoors, there is a pool, Jacuzzi, and putting green within landscaped grounds; indoors, a fitness center and library round out the shared spaces.

Upside Miami’s outside environment is a walkable urban setting, lifestyle-oriented amenities, and flexible stay options. That combination points toward residents who want city access and independence as the primary frame, with the infrastructure of a managed community behind them.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 98 / 100 Rank #3 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Florida

Upside Miami is located in Miami, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Upside Miami

Is Upside Miami in a walkable area?

Upside Miami has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are there photos of Upside Miami?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Upside Miami in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Upside Miami?

(305) 968-8932 will put you in contact with the team at Upside Miami.

Does Upside Miami provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Upside Miami is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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