Below average — CMS composite of the measures below.
Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Aviata At Sand Key during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to address grievances about untimely call bell responses over three months, despite plans to audit response times. The Resident Council President reported worsening delays, especially during the night shift. Interviews revealed a lack of effective action, with the DON unaware of any audits being conducted.
The facility failed to ensure a safe and sanitary environment, with surveyors observing discoloration and damage to ceiling tiles and air vents, and a fallen tree limb in the courtyard. Water damage was noted in a resident's room, and the Maintenance Director admitted to unresolved issues with roof leaks and inadequate drainage. Despite obtaining bids for tree removal, no commitment to address these issues was documented.
Failure to Address Call Light Response Grievances
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to address grievances regarding untimely call bell responses as voiced by the Resident Council over a period of three months, specifically June, July, and August 2024. The Resident Council meeting notes from these months consistently documented complaints about call lights not being answered promptly. Despite the facility's stated plans to audit call light response times and conduct night shift check-ins, the issues persisted without resolution. The Resident Council President confirmed that the situation worsened over the months, with residents experiencing delays of an hour or more for call light responses, particularly during the 11 pm to 7 am shift. Interviews conducted on September 5, 2024, revealed a lack of effective action from the facility's administration. The Director of Nursing (DON), who started her position at the end of July 2024, admitted to not conducting audits on call light timeliness and was unaware of any audits being done by others. The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) had provided an in-service back in June, but no further actions were taken to address the ongoing issue. This inaction contributed to the continued dissatisfaction and grievances expressed by the residents.
Facility Fails to Maintain Safe and Sanitary Environment
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for its residents, as evidenced by multiple instances of discoloration and damage to ceiling tiles and air vents, as well as a fallen tree limb in the resident courtyard. During a tour of the facility, surveyors observed discoloration on ceiling tiles in a resident day room and in a resident's room, with evidence of water damage near an air conditioning unit. Additionally, dust and black discoloration were noted on air vents above a nursing station, and ceiling panels were observed to have dust hanging down. In one resident's room, ceiling panels had been removed due to water damage, and the Maintenance Assistant confirmed that water would enter through the roof vent during rainstorms. The Maintenance Director acknowledged that the facility had been previously cited for unclean air vents and admitted that the vents had not been cleaned since March. He also mentioned ongoing issues with roof leaks and water pooling due to inadequate drainage, which had not been resolved despite vendor visits and proposals for repairs. The Maintenance Director also reported that a large tree limb had fallen in the courtyard during a recent tropical storm, obstructing the sidewalk. Although bids for tree removal had been obtained, no commitment to remove the downed tree limb or repair the roof was documented. The Activities Director confirmed that the courtyard was used for resident activities, including supervised smoking, and noted that the tree limb had been present since the storm.
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Gardens Rehab And Nursing Center | 1 mi | ★★★★★ | 12 | 0 |
| Aviata At Lakeside Oaks | 1.8 mi | ★★★★★ | 6 | 0 |
| Regency Oaks Health Center | 1.9 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Meadowpark Health And Rehabilitation Center | 2.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 1 | 0 |
| Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center At Mease Li | 2.3 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
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