The Oaks of Clearwater is a senior living facility located in Clearwater, Florida, offering a continuing care retirement community model with services that include independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community accommodates residents whose care needs may change over time, providing the option to transition between different levels of support as required. The campus overlooks the waterfront, providing scenic views as part of its daily living environment.
Care and medical support at The Oaks of Clearwater are comprehensive. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has participated in the Medicare program since February 14, 1978. Medical services available include access to an on-site optometrist and podiatrist, diabetic care, medication management, incontinence care, ambulatory care, and massage therapy. Memory care programs, including secured environments designed to support safety for residents with cognitive impairment, are offered. Staff can provide full assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Resident and family counseling is available, addressing the well-being of residents and supporting their families during the transition and throughout their stay. The community also offers fitness programs, yoga and chair yoga, and in-house barber and beauty salon services. Resident clubs and activities are facilitated in English, French, Spanish, and German, fostering a multicultural atmosphere.
The physical environment includes both indoor and outdoor walking paths, accommodating a range of mobility and weather conditions for recreation and exercise. The community design incorporates secure areas specifically for memory care needs. The current occupancy is 56 residents.
The Oaks of Clearwater provides transportation options for both medical and non-medical purposes. Complimentary transportation is available for essential community needs, such as medical appointments or errands, while additional transportation can be arranged at cost for personal outings or other non-medical activities. This service is designed to support residents in maintaining connections to health services and the local area.
Resident and family feedback reflects a wide range of experiences within the community. Many praise the facility’s waterfront setting, frequent activities, and helpfulness of staff in independent living. Positive experiences are reported regarding the friendliness of front-line staff and support during residents' transitions. Families have also recognized efforts by management to improve services. However, critical feedback addresses recurring understaffing, long waits in dining, inconsistent cleanliness—particularly in memory care and skilled nursing—and concerns about supervision and safety. Elevator access and crowded common areas have been noted as operational challenges. There are mixed opinions on food quality and housekeeping, and some reviewers report care issues, including delays in medication delivery and response times during emergencies. While independent living tends to receive better ratings in terms of engagement and lifestyle, skilled nursing and memory care have drawn attention for areas needing further improvement. As of mid-2024, there have been no major recent changes or developments reported from the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,050 and range up to $3,975. The average price in the community is $2,700, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,235. The cost of continuing care retirement communities in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
