Palm Garden of Aventura is a health and rehabilitation center and skilled nursing facility with 120 certified beds, co-owned by Palm Garden Healthcare Holdings, LLC and Patsy Mccarver. The center is closely affiliated with Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation Center. Nurse hours per resident per day sit at 3.65, which falls below the state average, but the nurse turnover rate is lower than what's seen across the state as well. There are manager names listed, Leonard Pianko taking charge since July 2023 and Kadia Pierre since January 2025, with the facility governed by them and a team recognized for being helpful, joyful, and kind. Staff go the extra mile to keep things warm and welcoming, and people do notice that.
Residents can take part in all sorts of activities meant to boost their social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and Palm Garden's had awards like Best of Senior Living and All-Star, which is a tip that they do well with bringing care and support. Meals come from chefs and meal planners aiming for the right mix of vitamins and good ingredients, and people do talk positively about the dining experience. The facility provides care for individuals at various stages, from independent living for active seniors, to assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, and full skilled nursing for those needing round-the-clock help. They also offer residential care homes and home care for seniors who prefer to remain at home, plus home health, hospice, and referral services.
There's a focus on rehabilitation and recovery, with short-term and long-term care available. They have a strong wound care reputation and use rehab equipment like Biodex and the ACP Omni Virtual Rehabilitation System, besides outpatient therapy. Physical, occupational, and speech-language therapies are all on offer, both for residents and outpatients, with an interdisciplinary team working to help residents get stronger and return to the things they like doing. Staff includes licensed professional therapists and nurses capable of creating personalized programs, and there is heavy emphasis on restoring independence and getting people safely home.
Deficiency reports show evidence of both past and ongoing challenges. There were 17 total deficiencies cited during inspections, including issues honoring a resident's right to a safe, clean environment and pharmacy services not meeting requirements. One infection-related deficiency was found in April 2025. While they've had some problems with maintaining every rule, the nurse turnover is better than the average, and the staff's caring attitude tends to be noticed by residents and families.
Amenities make life straightforward, including in-room telephones, TVs, electric beds, Wi-Fi, and high-quality dining services. The location's close to a big hospital and nearby doctors' offices, so healthcare support is nearby if needed. The facility is organized and clean, and there's plenty of communication from nurses, management, and aides, who most people find are proficient and kind. The whole setup at Palm Garden of Aventura aims to help seniors live as well as possible, and while there are challenges, the dedication to good care and rehabilitation shows through most days.
