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The Oaks of Clearwater

420 Bay Ave

4.2(181 ratings)· Clearwater average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Total units
60
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
60
Setting
Waterfront community location
Rehab services
Offers on-site rehabilitation, suggesting short-term stays

What Families Think

Reviewers consistently praise The Oaks of Clearwater for attentive, personable staff who go out of their way to communicate with families and meet residents' needs. Multiple reviews single out specific staff members by name for their responsiveness and warmth, and the community holds a 4.2 rating from 181 Google reviews.

The Good

  • Staff frequently praised by name for attentiveness
  • Strong, responsive communication with families
  • Coordinator described as working tirelessly for residents
  • Residents report feeling at home
  • Waterfront setting with scenic views
  • Fun activities and outings for residents

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

The Oaks of Clearwater is a senior living community in Clearwater, Florida offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 181 reviews.

About The Oaks of Clearwater

The Oaks of Clearwater is a 60-bed skilled nursing and long-term care community in Clearwater, Florida. The facility serves residents requiring ongoing medical care and rehabilitation in a residential setting.

Families consistently praise the staff's attentiveness and personal investment in residents' wellbeing. Several reviews highlight specific caregivers, particularly Pam, Brooke, Crystal, and Ben, for their responsiveness and dedication. One family wrote, "The staff always has the best interest of the residents at the top priority." Residents reportedly enjoy activities and outings, and families note the community maintains open communication and addresses needs thoughtfully.

The Oaks holds a 4.2 out of 5 Google rating based on 181 family reviews, reflecting consistent satisfaction with care quality and staff engagement.

Types of Care at The Oaks of Clearwater

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of The Oaks of Clearwater

4.2overall · 181 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (181)

Victoria Clark

Jul 2026

via Google

Sympathy Miller is such a great and kind person! She’s always smiling and very helpful. What a breath of fresh air! Thank you for being who you are! #SNF

Sarah

Jul 2026

via Google

The Oaks of Clearwater is a beautiful fun place. They have fun activities, outings, staff that care, a beautiful view and they are always working on how they can improve. Residents have a great coordinator Pam who works tirelessly with them to meet their needs. The residents have told me how much they love their home here.

Karley Horst

Jul 2026

via Google

We are a long time vendor of the Oaks. We value our partnership, communication and level of service we can provide together. The staff always has the best interest of the residents at the top priority. Pam specifically has been a point of contact for us for years and we love working with every member of the staff too!

Skyler Warden

Jul 2026

via Google

Pam at Oaks of Clearwater did an excellent job taken care of our family member during our time together. Thank you for always answering our calls and taking our care seriously every step of the way!

Mark Perryman

Jun 2026

via Google

We have to commend everyone at The Oaks of Clearwater for everything they do for our parents and family. Shout out to Brooke, Crystal, Pamela and Ben for all they do assisting our parents!. We cannot say enough great things about The Oaks and the entire staff. Mark n Stacey Perryman

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Government Inspection History

5 inspection visits in the last three years, 45 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Oct 2, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard18 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 26, 2025

Jul 24, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 24, 2025

Apr 18, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 18, 2025

Sep 20, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard18 citations
  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 20, 2023

Sep 10, 2021Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 1, 2021

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2021

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2021

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 1, 2021

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does The Oaks of Clearwater offer?

The Oaks of Clearwater offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is The Oaks of Clearwater located?

The Oaks of Clearwater is located at 420 Bay Ave in Clearwater, Florida.

What do families say about The Oaks of Clearwater?

Reviewers consistently praise The Oaks of Clearwater for attentive, personable staff who go out of their way to communicate with families and meet residents' needs. Multiple reviews single out specific staff members by name for their responsiveness and warmth, and the community holds a 4.2 rating from 181 Google reviews.

How did The Oaks of Clearwater do on recent health and safety inspections?

The Oaks of Clearwater had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 45 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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