Pricing ranges from
    $3,254 – 4,230/month

    Great American Assisted Living at Tampa

    11722 N 17th St, Tampa, FL 33612
    • Assisted Living

    Compassionate clean safe senior care

    I moved my mom in and I'm very pleased - compassionate, attentive staff, spotless and well-maintained facility with a home-like atmosphere, good meals and plenty of activities. Strong leadership, clear family communication and a safe, welcoming vibe give me real peace of mind. There's minor room for improvement, but overall I highly recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.63·(56)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.2
    • Value

      3.6

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Engaged and supportive executive leadership
    • Clean, well-maintained and recently renovated interior
    • Home-like, welcoming atmosphere
    • Fresh, home-cooked meals and capable kitchen staff
    • Active and varied activities program (bingo, karaoke, crafts, exercise)
    • Small, familiar community scale
    • Convenient location near USF and VA Hospital
    • Affordable pricing and veteran-benefit assistance
    • Personalized services (laundry, individualized attention)
    • Regular outings and social opportunities
    • Strong family communication channels, including social-media updates
    • Peaceful and pleasant common areas
    • Impressive attention to decor and facility upgrades
    • Perceived safe and secure environment

    Cons

    • Inconsistent leadership and management responsiveness
    • Gaps in medication-management communication and procedures
    • Inadequate night-shift supervision and conduct oversight
    • Absence or inadequacy of in-room emergency communication systems
    • Variable dining quality and meal-service consistency
    • Odor concerns in some common areas
    • Staff conduct and communication tone
    • Allegations of theft and resident-property mishandling
    • Inconsistent activity encouragement and resident monitoring

    Summary of reviews

    Feedback about Great American Assisted Living at Tampa shows a clear division between consistently praised frontline care and hospitality and a set of operational weaknesses that affect some families' experiences. On the positive side, reviewers repeatedly highlight compassionate, attentive caregiving staff and administrators who, when engaged, provide strong transition support and family communication. The community is frequently described as clean, recently renovated, and home-like, with pleasant common areas, tasteful decor, and a small, familiar scale that many residents and families find reassuring.

    Dining and social programming are strengths for many residents: several accounts emphasize fresh, home-cooked meals, an active activities calendar (bingo, karaoke, crafts, exercise), regular outings, and social opportunities that support resident engagement. The facility's location and veteran-support services are additional practical advantages for some families. Personalized touches such as individualized laundry service, frequent social-media updates, and hands-on administrators contribute to a sense of community and peace of mind for many households.

    However, the reviews also reveal operational patterns worth noting. Leadership consistency and responsiveness emerge as uneven; while some families praise proactive administrators, others describe periods of unresponsiveness and turnover that correlate with declines in oversight. Communication around clinical matters, particularly medication changes, is cited as an area needing clearer processes and timelier notification to families. Nighttime operations raise recurrent concerns, including supervision, staff conduct, and oversight of property — there are specific allegations of theft and inappropriate conduct that suggest weaknesses in night-shift management and accountability.

    Safety and monitoring practices are mixed in perception. Many reviewers feel the environment is safe and well supervised, but others point to gaps such as the absence or inadequacy of in-room emergency communication devices and periods of limited activity encouragement or resident monitoring. Cleanliness and facility upkeep are generally praised, though a subset of feedback notes localized odor concerns and intermittent declines in dining quality or consistency.

    In sum, prospective residents and families will likely find strong, compassionate direct care, an active social program, and a well-maintained, renovated environment at this community. At the same time, they should ask targeted operational questions during tours and follow-up conversations: inquire about current leadership stability, medication-notification protocols, night-shift staffing and supervision, in-room emergency systems, and how the facility investigates property-loss allegations. Those checks will help determine whether the community’s positive day-to-day practices are consistently sustained across all shifts and for individual resident needs.

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    Location

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    Great American Assisted Living at Tampa is located at 11722 N 17th St, Tampa, FL, 33612.

    About Great American Assisted Living at Tampa

    Great American Assisted Living at Tampa sits in a single-story building in Tampa, Florida, and is owned and operated by a veteran family who really understands the needs of those who've served, especially veterans and their loved ones. The facility serves up assisted living, memory care, respite care, nursing homes, independent living, and continuing care retirement community services, all in the same location, so people can find the right level of support as their needs change. Residents live in comfortable senior apartments, and the building itself is made for safety and comfort, with controlled access, enclosed walkways, a spa entrance, a fish tank, and common areas perfect for events and activities.

    Great American Assisted Living at Tampa takes care of everything for residents by providing all meals, room and board in shared rooms, help with bathing and daily tasks, medication management, laundry, housekeeping, and free transportation. The staff, many of them veterans, offer 24/7 care and respond quickly to any call for help, and they know about issues like PTSD and TBI that are unique to veterans. The community leans on a personalized approach, using individual care plans that fit each resident's needs and preferences, often with help in applying for VA benefits and understanding the process for qualifying for assistance.

    Pets are welcome, and the meals here come from menus crafted by meal planning specialists who focus on good taste and nutrition, often using local, seasonal ingredients. The facility holds daily activities for everyone, including daily exercises, crafts, art and cooking classes, book clubs, social events, veterans' clubs, group outings, and even holiday celebrations. There are also physical therapy programs, and events are planned to fit veterans' interests, so there's always something to do, whether it's using the spa, sitting by the fish tank, or joining in on group activities.

    Safety and security are built in, with dedicated staff, a 24-hour call system, and attention paid to every resident, so people feel both independent and cared for. There's a strong focus on making the place peaceful and respectful, with plenty of chances for socializing and support, especially for those who've served in the military. The community is licensed for up to 90 residents, and because the spot is in demand, rooms go on a first-come basis. Families and guests see that the environment is calm and welcoming, with hallways designed for easy walking and social gathering spaces. Housekeeping and help with daily activities cost nothing extra, so residents can relax, knowing everything's handled for them. The whole idea is to help every resident stay as independent as possible, while also feeling at home and connected to others, with a sincere respect for veterans who call the place home.

    People often ask...

    Great American Assisted Living at Tampa offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,254 per month.

    Great American Assisted Living at Tampa offers assisted living.

    There are 22 photos of Great American Assisted Living at Tampa on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 11722 N 17th St, Tampa, FL 33612.

    No, Great American Assisted Living at Tampa does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licenses assisted living facilities and publishes the results of its standard, complaint, and monitoring inspections.

    License number11942892
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity90 residents
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    55

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    35

    Complaints

    14

    Years

    14 May 2026Standard
    Determined that previously cited deficiencies were corrected after a follow-up desk review.
    • A0001DEFINITIONS
    05 Mar 2026Standard
    Found deficiencies related to elopement safety and staff training, including missing photo IDs for at‑risk residents and incomplete elopement training documentation.
    • Class 3A0010ADMISSIONS - CONTINUED RESIDENCY
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    • Class 3A0032RESIDENT CARE - ELOPEMENT STANDARDS
    • Class 3A0083TRAINING - FIRST AID AND CPR
    • Class 3ZZ875ALZHEIMER DISEASE/DEMENTIA; TRAINING
    • A0300FACILITY CLOSURE
    08 Aug 2025Complaint
    Found no deficiencies identified during the complaint investigation.
    • A0008ADMISSIONS - HEALTH ASSESSMENT
    13 Mar 2025Monitor
    Conducted a monitoring visit in conjunction with a generator monitoring survey in Tampa on 2025-03-13.
    28 Mar 2024Standard
    Found no deficiencies during the visit.
    15 Feb 2024Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies.
    15 Nov 2023Complaint
    Verified that deficiencies cited in a prior complaint were corrected during the 11/15/23 revisit.
    04 Oct 2023Complaint
    Identified deficiencies related to missing resident photo identification and elopement risk procedures, and incomplete health assessments and resident records.
    • Class 2A0032RESIDENT CARE - ELOPEMENT STANDARDS
    • Class 3A0162RECORDS - RESIDENT
    16 Mar 2023Complaint
    Found no deficiencies. A complaint investigation and generator monitoring survey identified no deficient practices.
    19 Oct 2022Monitor
    Found no deficiencies at the time of the monitoring survey.
    12 Sept 2022Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and generator monitoring survey; found no deficiencies.
    05 Apr 2022Standard
    Concluded no deficiencies were found during the biennial survey and follow-up visit.
    05 Apr 2022Monitor
    Concluded no deficiencies were found during the survey conducted on 2022-04-05.
    11 Mar 2022Monitor
    Found no deficiencies during the monitoring visit conducted in March 2022. No deficient practices were observed at the time of the survey.
    23 Feb 2022Monitor
    Investigated relocation and evacuation planning and found deficiencies affecting residents' safety during emergencies.
    • Class 2A0183EMERGENCY MGMT - FACILITY EVACUATION
    21 Feb 2022Monitor
    Investigated a monitoring visit for resident well-being after a facility fire, conducted on 2022-02-21.
    • A0004LICENSURE - REQUIREMENTS
    21 Apr 2021Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and conducted a COVID-19-focused infection-control and generator monitoring survey; found no deficient practices.
    • A0004LICENSURE - REQUIREMENTS
    04 Dec 2020Complaint
    Found no deficiencies after a complaint investigation and a revisit conducted on 2020-12-04.
    04 Dec 2020Standard
    Investigated a revisit of a prior licensure survey and complaint investigation; deficiencies were corrected at the time of survey.
    22 Oct 2020Standard
    Found deficiencies in staff support for residents taking medications, including inadequate procedures for self-administration and documentation for several residents.
    • Class 3A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    24 Jun 2020Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies at the time of the survey.
    10 Dec 2019Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies at the time of the survey.
    27 Mar 2019Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    24 Sept 2018Complaint
    Investigated a complaint; found no deficiencies at the time of the visit.
    05 Mar 2018Standard
    Found no deficiencies. The survey concluded no deficient practices were identified.
    03 Oct 2017Complaint
    Found no deficiencies identified during two complaint surveys.
    26 Jul 2017Complaint
    Concluded no deficient practices were identified in the complaint survey.
    26 Jul 2017Complaint
    Found no deficiencies identified in the complaint survey conducted on 2017-07-26; the deficiency cited on 2017-06-08 was corrected.
    08 Jun 2017Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found deficiencies in staff training documentation and in resident records and admission/discharge logs.
    • Class 3A0025RESIDENT CARE - SUPERVISION
    • Class 3A0091TRAINING - DOCUMENTATION & MONITORING
    • Class 3A0160RECORDS - FACILITY
    • Class 3A0162RECORDS - RESIDENT
    20 Mar 2017Complaint
    Concluded a previously cited deficiency was corrected; no new deficiencies were cited.
    20 Mar 2017Complaint
    Investigated a prior complaint and concluded that the previously cited deficient practice was corrected.
    25 Jan 2017Complaint
    Identified deficiencies for failing to maintain required records and to provide readily available electronic records for review.
    • Class 3A0160RECORDS - FACILITY
    19 Jan 2017Complaint
    Identified uncorrected deficiencies in medication management, including improper daily medication observation records and PRN medication documentation.
    • Class 3A0058PHARMACY & DIETARY; UNCORRECTED DEFICIENCIES
    28 Nov 2016Complaint
    Identified deficiencies in medication management, including self-administration assistance, medication records, and labeling/orders.
    • Class 3A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • Class 3A0056MEDICATION - LABELING AND ORDERS
    22 Sept 2016Complaint
    Investigated two complaints and found no deficiencies.
    05 May 2016Standard
    Concluded that previously cited deficiencies were corrected on the day of the revisit. The agency reported compliance after the revisit.
    • A0078STAFFING STANDARDS - STAFF
    • A0081TRAINING - STAFF IN-SERVICE
    • A0090TRAINING - DO NOT RESUSCITATE ORDERS
    • A0161RECORDS - STAFF
    • A0162RECORDS - RESIDENT
    • A0163RECORDS - RESIDENT, PENALTIES FOR ALTERATION
    • A0164RECORDS - INSPECTION AVAILABILITY
    05 May 2016Complaint
    Found the previously cited deficiencies corrected during the revisit.
    • A0025RESIDENT CARE - SUPERVISION
    • A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    01 Apr 2016Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found deficiencies related to discharge documentation and notice of discharge.
    • Class 3A0025RESIDENT CARE - SUPERVISION
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    01 Apr 2016Standard
    Found deficiencies in staff records and training documentation for 3 employees, including missing job descriptions and missing training certificates.
    • Class 3A0078STAFFING STANDARDS - STAFF
    • Class 3A0081TRAINING - STAFF IN-SERVICE
    • Class 3A0090TRAINING - DO NOT RESUSCITATE ORDERS
    • Class 3A0161RECORDS - STAFF
    29 Feb 2016Complaint
    Concluded that deficiencies cited earlier were corrected; no new violations were identified during the revisit.
    • A0167RESIDENT CONTRACTS
    14 Jan 2016Complaint
    Identified a deficiency for missing a required refund policy in the resident contracts. The deficiency concerned refunds due within 45 days after transfer or discharge.
    • Class 3A0167RESIDENT CONTRACTS
    06 Jan 2016Complaint
    Found that previously cited deficiencies were corrected on the revisit date.
    • A0010ADMISSIONS - CONTINUED RESIDENCY
    • A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    • A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    29 Oct 2015Complaint
    Identified deficiencies in forwarding social security checks and prorated refunds, and in maintaining medication administration records.
    • Class 3A0010ADMISSIONS - CONTINUED RESIDENCY
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    11 Sept 2015Complaint
    Investigated and confirmed that deficiencies cited earlier were corrected on the day of the revisit.
    • A0025RESIDENT CARE - SUPERVISION
    • A0167RESIDENT CONTRACTS
    27 Jul 2015Complaint
    Found deficiencies in adverse incident reporting and in the facility's financial management, with related record-keeping concerns.
    • Class 3A0025RESIDENT CARE - SUPERVISION
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    • Class 3A0093FOOD SERVICE - DIETARY STANDARDS
    • Class 3A0120FISCAL - FINANCIAL STABILITY
    • Class 3A0165RISK MGMT & QA; ADVERSE INCIDENT REPORT
    29 Jun 2015Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during the complaint survey conducted on 06/29/2015.
    31 Mar 2015Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during a complaint visit conducted on 2015-03-31.
    15 Oct 2014Change of Ownership
    Concluded that no deficiencies were found during a change of ownership licensure survey conducted on October 15, 2014.
    20 May 2014Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies at the time of the visit.
    23 Dec 2013Complaint
    Found no deficiencies identified during the complaint survey conducted on December 23, 2013.
    05 Apr 2013Standard
    Verified corrections completed after a follow-up desk review of past deficiencies.
    • A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    • A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • A0152PHYSICAL PLANT - SAFE LIVING ENVIRON/OTHER
    12 Mar 2013
    Conducted a monitoring visit and found no deficiencies at the time of the visit.
    21 Feb 2013Standard
    Found deficiencies in medication administration, recordkeeping, and safety practices with multiple items cited.
    • Class 3A0008ADMISSIONS - HEALTH ASSESSMENT
    • Class 3A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • Class 3A0152PHYSICAL PLANT - SAFE LIVING ENVIRON/OTHER
    20 Aug 2012Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during the investigation of a complaint related to limited nursing services.
    20 Aug 2012Monitor
    Found no discernible deficiencies noted after a Limited Nursing Survey conducted on 2012-08-20.

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