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Oaks of Clearwater, the
Nursing Home in Clearwater, FL
420 Bay Ave, Oak Bluffs, Clearwater, FL 33756
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Medicare findings to follow up
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5 reported findings to discuss
- Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
- Low health inspection rating (2/5 stars)
- Above-median findings in the latest inspection (11 vs median 6)
- Staff turnover reported at 61%
- RN turnover reported at 75%
Source: Medicare provider dataView inspection details
The essentials for your family
About this listing: Catalog updated Nov 4, 2026. Current services and availability are unconfirmed.
| Medicare overall rating | 2 / 5 stars | Low overall rating. Inspection records |
|---|---|---|
| Health inspections | 2 / 5 | Low health inspection rating. |
| Quality measures | 3 / 5 | |
| Staffing | 3 / 5 | |
| Google reviews | 4.2 / 5179 reviews | Public opinions; not a clinical assessment. Review feedback |
| Monthly cost | Not published | Ask for the full monthly cost, including care fees and one-time charges. |
| Payment options | Medicaid, Medicare | Participation is reported in our source data. Confirm eligibility, covered services, and any private-pay costs. Medicare participation does not mean all stays or services are covered. |
| Availability | Confirm directly | We don't have live openings. Ask about current availability, waiting lists, and move-in timing. Reported capacity: 60 beds. This is not the number of openings. Contact information |
| Care & support | Nursing home | What this care includesProvides nursing care and help with daily activities. Some offer short-term rehabilitation. This describes the care category. Confirm support for your family member's needs. Understand care types |
What this means for your family
Medicare rates this facility 2 out of 5 overall. Medicare reports an average of 0.51 registered-nurse hours per resident per day. Ask how coverage varies across shifts. The latest standard inspection recorded 11 findings, above the Florida average of 7.3. Review the inspection findings, ask which corrective actions are complete, and discuss the support your family member would receive.
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- Can you meet my family member’s current care needs, and what happens if those needs change?
- What is the full monthly cost, including care fees, deposits, and services charged separately?
- Do you have availability, and which payment options do you accept?
3 more questions for your visit
- Who provides care during the day and overnight, and how do you handle medical emergencies?
- What would a typical day look like, and can we meet residents and their families?
- How will you keep our family informed and handle a concern we raise?
Google reviews
179 public Google reviews availableThe Oaks of Clearwater is highly regarded for its breathtaking waterfront views and a dedicated skilled nursing (SNF) staff that many families describe as compassionate and attentive. However, there are serious, recurring allegations regarding medication mismanagement, inconsistent staffing levels, and concerns about the quality of care in the memory care unit.
Strengths
- Exceptional waterfront and bay views
- Compassionate and dedicated nursing/CNA staff
- Beautifully renovated lobby and common areas
- Professional and friendly marketing and sales team
Concerns
- Medication management errors and missed doses (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Staffing shortages and inadequate coverage (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Neglect or poor care in memory care/SNF units (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Building maintenance issues like leaks or outdated sections (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
What reviewers talk about
AI summaries of public opinions. These describe review sentiment, not verified care quality.
Staff experiences
A large number of reviews praise specific CNAs and nurses, though significant negative reviews cite neglect and unprofessionalism.
Communication
Some families praise the transparency, but others report being ignored by management regarding health issues.
Cleanliness
Reviews are split between praise for a clean, renovated lobby and serious allegations of dirty apartments and pests.
Food & dining
While some praise the food quality and kitchen staff, others report long wait times and poor service.
Daily activities
Many residents and families highlight enjoyable social activities, movies, and crafts.
Medication support
Multiple critical reviews mention alarming instances of missed doses and insulin mismanagement.
Memory care
While some find it great, others report severe neglect and lack of proper care for dementia patients.
Cost & value
Many reviewers find the pricing competitive for the area, though some feel the cost does not match the level of care provided.
See model sentiment scores and method
Scores range from 0 (negative) to 10 (positive). They are model interpretations of reviews and are not clinical, safety, or inspection ratings. Unmentioned topics are omitted.
| Staff experiences | 7.0 / 10 |
|---|---|
| Communication | 4.0 / 10 |
| Cleanliness | 5.0 / 10 |
| Food & dining | 7.0 / 10 |
| Daily activities | 8.0 / 10 |
| Medication support | 2.0 / 10 |
| Memory care | 3.0 / 10 |
| Cost & value | 6.0 / 10 |
Rating trends
Tap a year to see what changed
| 5 stars | 108 |
|---|---|
| 4 stars | 18 |
| 3 stars | 5 |
| 2 stars | 6 |
| 1 star | 26 |
Review pace
1.1/ month
accelerating over 146mo
- 30 reviews posted from Jul 11, 2026 to Jul 17, 2026, 29 were 5-star
- 15 reviews posted from Jul 12, 2026 to Jul 17, 2026, 14 were 5-star
How they respond to reviews
97%response rate
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Key review excerpts
“The SNF unit on the second floor is incredibly attentive and responsive. Residents receive the attention they need to be successful.”
Rehab patient, 20265 of 5 stars
“The views are breathtaking from every room as you look out over the Gulf. The staff is dedicated and the ED, Brooke, has been there for over 20 years!”
Long-term resident's family, 20265 of 5 stars
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“Since moving my mother into The Oaks, I have personally witnessed seven separate occasions where her prescribed medications were left in her apartment and not administered—an alarming violation of proper medication management protocols.”
Long-term resident's family, 20251 of 5 stars
“My mother has been living there since August of 2021 and loves it. She lives in Assisted Living and they bring her meds twice a day and clean her studio apartment every other week.”
Long-term resident's family, 20225 of 5 stars
Source: 163 Google reviews in the current analysis set; Google reports 179 totalLatest review retrieval: Nov 4, 2026
Staffing
Who is there to help?
Reported nursing hours are daily averages per resident. They do not describe a specific shift or guarantee one-to-one care.
Ask during your visit: Who will help my family member during the day and overnight? How do you plan staffing when residents need more support?
| Measure | Reported | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 0.51 hours | Per resident, per day |
| All nursing staff | 3.95 hours | Nurses and aides combined |
| Staff turnover | 61 % | Reported by Medicare |
| RN turnover | 75 % | Registered nurses |
About staffing comparisons
EveryPlace uses reference points of 0.75 registered-nurse hours and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident per day. These are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements or a determination that a facility meets a resident's needs.
Quality measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages: 17 measures.
| Medicare rating | 3 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Better than average | 8 measures |
| Worse than average | 8 measures |
| Mixed results | 1 measure |
| Measure | Here | US | FL | Pinellas | Compared with averages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medicationLower is better | Here 37.4% | US 19.5% | FL 13.9% | Pinellas 17.9% | Worse than average |
| Residents whose walking got worseLower is better | Here 26.5% | US 12.7% | FL 8.4% | Pinellas 8.0% | Worse than average |
| Residents with depression symptomsLower is betterHighly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities. | Here 1.4% | US 13.5% | FL 5.4% | Pinellas 3.8% | Better than average |
| Measure | Here | US | FL | Pinellas | Compared with averages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumoniaHigher is better | Here 97.7% | US 82.3% | FL 95.6% | Pinellas 93.4% | Better than average |
| Short-stay residents vaccinated for the fluHigher is better | Here 84.4% | US 80.1% | FL 96.3% | Pinellas 96.0% | Mixed against averages |
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychoticsLower is better | Here 0.9% | US 1.5% | FL 1.4% | Pinellas 1.7% | Better than average |
Show all 17 measures
| Measure | Here | US | FL | Pinellas | Compared with averages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residents on antipsychotic medicationLower is better | Here 3.8% | US 15.4% | FL 8.7% | Pinellas 9.6% | Better than average |
| Residents needing more daily help over timeLower is better | Here 19.0% | US 13.5% | FL 8.3% | Pinellas 8.3% | Worse than average |
| Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worseLower is better | Here 7.9% | US 18.3% | FL 9.5% | Pinellas 9.2% | Better than average |
| Residents vaccinated for pneumoniaHigher is better | Here 100.0% | US 93.7% | FL 98.4% | Pinellas 96.7% | Better than average |
| Residents vaccinated for the fluHigher is better | Here 100.0% | US 95.3% | FL 99.4% | Pinellas 98.8% | Better than average |
| Residents who fell and were seriously hurtLower is better | Here 4.4% | US 3.2% | FL 2.5% | Pinellas 2.5% | Worse than average |
| Residents who got a urinary tract infectionLower is better | Here 2.0% | US 1.5% | FL 0.6% | Pinellas 0.4% | Worse than average |
| Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)Lower is better | Here 5.9% | US 4.5% | FL 4.4% | Pinellas 4.6% | Worse than average |
| Residents who lost too much weightLower is better | Here 6.6% | US 5.1% | FL 5.5% | Pinellas 6.0% | Worse than average |
| Residents with a long-term catheterLower is better | Here 0.7% | US 0.7% | FL 0.3% | Pinellas 0.3% | Worse than average |
| Residents who were physically restrainedLower is better | Here 0.0% | US 0.1% | FL 0.0% | Pinellas 0.0% | Better than average |
Source: Medicare quality measures
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection history
Medicare inspection history
Detailed Medicare record, up to 3-year lookback
45findings in history
Findings, also called deficiencies, are problems inspectors found.
- Latest inspection: 11, well above the Florida average (7.3)
- 2 complaint-triggered findings
- $7,409 in fines
This facility shows a concerning pattern with 45 deficiencies across five surveys, including two complaint-triggered investigations where families filed reports about grievance handling and abuse response. The most recurring issues involve resident rights violations, fire safety problems, and food safety concerns, with some deficiencies like dietary violations and fire safety appearing repeatedly across multiple surveys, suggesting ongoing challenges with maintaining consistent compliance standards.
Oct 2, 2025Routine18 findings
0812Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
0880Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
0291Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
0345Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
0353Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
0914Potential for harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
0584Potential for harm, patternCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
0925Potential for harm, patternCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
0582Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
0644Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
0645Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
0689Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
0756Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
0759Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
0842Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
0511Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
0541Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
0741Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Jul 24, 2025Complaint1 finding
0585Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 24, 2025
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Apr 18, 2025Complaint1 finding
0610Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2025
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Sep 20, 2023Routine18 findings
0583Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
0584Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
0812Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
0550Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
0641Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
0644Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
0657Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
0676Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
0677Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
0695Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
0880Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
0919Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
0291Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
0345Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
0351Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
0712Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
0761Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
0920Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Sep 10, 2021Routine7 findings
0623Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
0625Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
0732Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
0812Potential for harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
0758Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
0355Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
0741Potential for harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2021
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Ownership & operations
Who operates this facility
| Owner / operator | Oaks of Clearwater, the |
|---|---|
| Organization type | for profit |
Ownership & management
| Oaks on the Bay LLC | OwnerOrganization | |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Haven Retirement LLC | OwnerOrganization | |
| Jones, David | Owner (parent company) | 5% |
Show all 4 owners
| Mccarthy, Terence | Owner (parent company) | 95% |
|---|
| Lyzzaik, Imad | W-2 Managing Employee |
|---|---|
| Davis, Frances | Officer / Director |
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- 420 Bay Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756
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State record details
| License number | Not available in our records |
|---|---|
| Reported license status | active |
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- Google Reviews (opens in a new tab)179 reviews from families & visitors
- Official Website (opens in a new tab)Visit theoaksofclearwater.com
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