Hillside Gardens Ii

Hillside Gardens II is an assisted living facility located at 3434 Zara Way in Clearwater, Florida, within Pinellas County. The facility operates with a licensed capacity of 6 certified beds, placing it among the smaller residential care settings in the region. It can be reached by phone at (727) 789-0291. As an assisted living facility, it provides residential care and support services to older adults who require assistance with daily activities but do not necessarily require the level of medical care provided in a skilled nursing environment. CMS star ratings for overall performance, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures are not currently available in the public dataset for Hillside Gardens II. This may reflect the facility type, reporting status, or the scope of CMS oversight applicable to assisted living facilities, which are regulated primarily at the state level rather than through the federal CMS certification process that applies to skilled nursing facilities. Licensing and inspection oversight for this facility falls under the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). Prospective residents and families are encouraged to consult the AHCA facility search portal directly for the most current license status and survey history associated with this location. Regarding payment and insurance options, specific accepted payment types for Hillside Gardens II are not reflected in the current dataset. Assisted living facilities in Florida commonly accept private pay arrangements, and some may work with long-term care insurance policies. Medicaid coverage for assisted living in Florida is available through the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long-Term Care program, though participation varies by facility. Medicare generally does not cover assisted living costs. Individuals seeking information about financial options specific to this facility should contact the facility directly at the number listed above. Because CMS star ratings are not available for Hillside Gardens II, a direct comparison to Florida state averages for those metrics cannot be made. In general terms, Florida's assisted living sector includes a wide range of facility sizes, from large campus-style communities to small residential homes. With 6 certified beds, Hillside Gardens II represents the smaller end of the spectrum, a category sometimes referred to as adult family care homes or small group residential settings. These smaller facilities may offer a more home-like environment with fewer residents. For broader context on care quality and regulatory standing, reviewing AHCA inspection reports and any complaint history on file with the state is a recommended step when evaluating any assisted living option in Florida.