Shady Oaks Living Center

    2208 E 138th Ave, Tampa, FL 33613
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Caring staff, clean updated facility

    I've had a very positive experience here-the staff are amazing and truly caring, with Luz DeJesus and Frances Torres always available to residents and families. Meals are prompt and nutritious, activities like bingo keep people engaged, and the supervisor and assistants build strong, friendly relationships. The building is updated, clean, and the new landscaping is lovely; overall I'm very pleased with the care and atmosphere.

    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
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.00·(17)

    Overall rating

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

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Prompt meals
    • Nutritious meals
    • Bingo and recreational activities provided
    • Engaged supervisor
    • Clean facilities
    • Friendly assistants
    • Caring, compassionate staff
    • Strong staff–resident relationships
    • Named staff praised (Luz DeJesus, Frances Torres)
    • Staff readily available to assist families and residents

    Cons

    • Operational inefficiency
    • Missed appointments / no-shows
    • Delayed appointments
    • At least one reviewer gave a very negative overall impression
    • Inconsistent experience across reviewers

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment across the summaries is predominantly positive about the direct care experience, while management and operational issues surface as the primary negative theme. Multiple reviewers emphasize the quality of the staff and the warm, caring relationships between caregivers and residents. Specific staff members (Luz DeJesus and Frances Torres) are called out by name for positive attention, and reviewers repeatedly describe the workforce as "awesome," "amazing," and having "wonderful hearts." The staff are noted to be friendly, engaged, and available to assist both residents and family members, suggesting strong person-centered care and good family communication in many cases.

    Care quality and daily living supports are portrayed favorably. Review excerpts highlight prompt and nutritious meals and friendly assistants, which indicate reliable daily care routines and attention to resident nutrition. The facility is also described as clean, which supports a safe, comfortable living environment. Recreational programming appears present — specifically bingo is mentioned — implying that there are organized activities to engage residents socially and cognitively.

    Staffing and relationships are among the clearest strengths. Repeated praise for staff availability, caring attitudes, and strong interpersonal bonds with residents suggests that frontline caregivers prioritize resident well-being and that families have experienced responsiveness and compassion. The presence of an "engaged supervisor" noted in the reviews further reinforces the impression of meaningful staff oversight and hands-on leadership in day-to-day care.

    However, a clear and important counterpoint appears in several summaries: operational inefficiency and scheduling problems. One reviewer reported no-shows and delayed appointments and stated they would not give more than one star, creating a sharp contrast with the generally positive descriptions. These reports indicate inconsistency in service delivery — while many reviewers experienced prompt meals and attentive staff, at least one encountered missed commitments that produced a strongly negative impression. This inconsistency suggests potential issues with scheduling, coordination of services, or staffing reliability that can directly affect family trust and resident experience.

    Taken together, the pattern is of a facility where caregiving staff and resident-facing services are a major strength, while administrative or operational processes may be uneven. Pros include compassionate, available caregivers; clean facilities; regular meals that are both prompt and nutritious; and some recreational programming. Cons center on missed or delayed appointments and perceived inefficiency, with at least one reviewer expressing deep dissatisfaction. Prospective families should weigh the strong testimonials about staff and daily care against the reported operational lapses. If considering this facility, it would be prudent to ask management about how they handle scheduling, no-shows, and appointment coordination to understand whether the negative experiences represent isolated incidents or a recurring pattern.

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    Location

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    Shady Oaks Living Center is located at 2208 E 138th Ave, Tampa, FL, 33613.

    About Shady Oaks Living Center

    Shady Oaks Living Center is a senior care community located in Tampa, Florida, offering a supportive environment designed to cater to the diverse needs of its residents. The facility provides a comprehensive range of services, including skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to maintaining the health and comfort of every individual, Shady Oaks Living Center features a nurse on staff as well as regular visits from medical professionals, ensuring a continuum of high-quality health oversight.

    Residents at Shady Oaks Living Center can choose between semi-private and private room options, with semi-private rooms priced at $8,669 and private rooms at $9,733. These accommodations are thoughtfully appointed to balance safety, accessibility, and personal comfort. The option to have pets in the facility contributes to a home-like atmosphere, recognizing the positive role that animal companionship can play in the lives of seniors.

    The community’s amenities are designed to foster an engaging social environment while supporting varying levels of autonomy. Whether a resident is living independently, requires assistance with daily living activities, or is in need of specialized memory care, Shady Oaks Living Center aims to deliver personalized support reflective of each resident’s unique preferences and requirements. The inclusion of respite care services further demonstrates the center’s commitment to flexibility, allowing short-term stays for those recovering from illness or giving family caregivers a necessary break.

    Overall, Shady Oaks Living Center stands out as a provider dedicated to holistic senior care, offering a secure, nurturing space where residents can thrive through every stage of aging. Through its combination of medical oversight, tailored living options, and welcoming amenities, the community seeks to enhance the quality of life and well-being of all who call it home.

    People often ask...

    Shady Oaks Living Center offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,345 per month.

    Shady Oaks Living Center offers independent living and assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 2208 E 138th Ave, Tampa, FL 33613.

    No, Shady Oaks Living Center 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 number11953196
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity48 residents
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    Inspection Reports

    38

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    20

    Complaints

    14

    Years

    06 Nov 2025Standard
    Confirmed no deficiencies were found; previously cited deficiencies were corrected via desk review.
    • A0004LICENSURE - REQUIREMENTS
    17 Sept 2025Standard
    Investigated elopement drill compliance and found that staff did not participate in drills twice per year for six employees.
    • Class 3A0032RESIDENT CARE - ELOPEMENT STANDARDS
    • A0008ADMISSIONS - HEALTH ASSESSMENT
    02 Dec 2024Complaint
    Investigated a complaint; found no deficiencies at the time of survey.
    22 Aug 2024Monitor
    Found no deficiencies identified during the generator monitoring visit conducted on 2024-08-22.
    11 Aug 2023Standard
    Determined that prior deficiencies were corrected during the follow-up visit.
    21 Jun 2023Standard
    Found deficiencies in medication storage; carts were not locked and a refrigerator was left unlocked, leaving medications unsecured.
    • Class 3A0055MEDICATION - STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
    01 Mar 2023Complaint
    Determined that deficiencies were corrected at the time of the survey.
    05 Jan 2023Complaint
    Identified deficiencies related to residents' rights, missing house rules, and unsafe conditions due to pests, with required information not provided to residents.
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    06 Jun 2022Complaint
    Investigated a complaint; found no deficiencies.
    10 Jan 2022Complaint
    Investigated a generator-monitoring complaint; no deficient practice identified.
    26 Jul 2021Standard
    Investigated follow-up survey; previously cited deficiencies were corrected via desk review.
    21 Jun 2021Standard
    Investigated deficiencies in records and care planning for residents with a limited mental health license, including inadequate admission/discharge logs and incomplete resident care documentation.
    • Class 3AL241LMH - RECORDS
    14 Jan 2021Complaint
    Concluded no deficiencies were found during the follow-up to the prior complaint survey.
    14 Jan 2021Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and follow-up; found no deficiencies.
    21 Nov 2020Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found deficiencies in medication storage security, including medications left unsecured in an unlocked refrigerator for several residents.
    • Class 3A0055MEDICATION - STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
    24 Jul 2020Complaint
    Investigated a complaint with a focused infection control and generator monitoring survey; no deficiencies were found.
    13 Jan 2020Complaint
    Found no deficiencies.
    12 Jul 2019Standard
    Investigated a follow-up and found no deficient practices identified.
    12 Jul 2019Complaint
    Determined that no deficiencies were identified during the 7/12/2019 survey.
    29 Apr 2019Standard
    Identified deficiencies in training due to missing two-hour pre-service orientation for two direct-care staff before interacting with residents.
    • Class 3A0081TRAINING - STAFF IN-SERVICE
    29 Apr 2019Complaint
    Determined that the administrator did not meet CORE training requirements while serving as administrator for three facilities.
    • D0001GENERAL LICENSURE STANDARD
    • A0078STAFFING STANDARDS - STAFF
    29 Apr 2019Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies.
    14 Mar 2019Complaint
    Identified a deficiency in staffing standards because the administrator did not have all CORE training requirements when overseeing three or more facilities.
    • A0077STAFFING STANDARDS - ADMINISTRATORS
    17 Jan 2019Complaint
    Found deficiencies in medication administration and records, and a lack of properly qualified administrative oversight.
    • Class 3A0053MEDICATION - ADMINISTRATION
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • Class 3A0077STAFFING STANDARDS - ADMINISTRATORS
    30 May 2018Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during the follow-up survey after a complaint.
    16 Apr 2018Complaint
    Found deficiencies in the living environment, including insufficient storage, lack of waste baskets, and privacy concerns along with pest-related issues identified during the assessment.
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    • Class 3A0152PHYSICAL PLANT - SAFE LIVING ENVIRON/OTHER
    11 Oct 2017Complaint
    Investigated a complaint survey and found no deficiencies.
    • A0004LICENSURE - REQUIREMENTS
    11 Oct 2017Standard
    Investigated a complaint and found that previously cited deficiencies were corrected during a third revisit.
    12 May 2017Standard
    Found deficiencies related to medication administration and uncorrected class III deficiencies from a biennial survey, with one deficiency not cleared during a follow-up revisit.
    • Class 3A0058PHARMACY & DIETARY; UNCORRECTED DEFICIENCIES
    • A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    30 Mar 2017Standard
    Identified several deficiencies in medication management and safety as well as hazards in the living environment, with multiple items classified as Class III.
    • Class 3A0025RESIDENT CARE - SUPERVISION
    • Class 3A0052MEDICATION - ASSISTANCE WITH SELF-ADMIN
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • Class 3A0056MEDICATION - LABELING AND ORDERS
    • Class 3A0077STAFFING STANDARDS - ADMINISTRATORS
    • Class 3A0152PHYSICAL PLANT - SAFE LIVING ENVIRON/OTHER
    • Class 3AL243LMH - TRAINING
    09 Sept 2015Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies identified during the visit.
    02 Apr 2015Standard
    Found no deficiencies during a biennial licensure survey conducted on 2015-04-02.
    01 Oct 2014Complaint
    Determined no deficiencies were identified during a complaint survey conducted on 2014-10-01.
    02 Jul 2013Standard
    Found the previously cited deficiencies corrected on the day of revisits.
    02 Jul 2013
    Investigated two licensure survey revisits and found four deficiencies in the areas of resident rights, medication records, medication storage and disposal, and staff records, all corrected on the day of revisits.
    22 Apr 2013Standard
    Identified deficiencies in medication administration record documentation and training documentation during a survey.
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • Class 3A0091TRAINING - DOCUMENTATION & MONITORING
    13 Mar 2013
    Identified deficiencies in resident rights and facility procedures, medication management and storage, and emergency/elopement drill practices.
    • Class 3A0030RESIDENT CARE - RIGHTS & FACILITY PROCEDURES
    • Class 3A0054MEDICATION - RECORDS
    • Class 3A0055MEDICATION - STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
    • Class 3A0161RECORDS - STAFF
    • A0300FACILITY CLOSURE
    10 Sept 2012Monitor
    Verified no deficiencies were found during a limited nursing services monitoring visit.

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