Candid Home Care in Miami, FL

Candid Home Care is an assisted living community in Miami, FL.

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7200 South West 131St Avenue, Miami, FL 33183

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 41 reviews
5 stars
34
4 stars
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3 stars
1
2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Candid Home Care

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Wound care and rehab support

Residents describe hands-on wound care and recovery-focused therapy at home.

Several reviews highlight clinical, recovery-oriented care provided in the home, including wound care and nursing support. Residents also mention physical and occupational therapy as part of the healing process after surgery or serious health events. A few families specifically call out specialized nursing care such as wound management and IV antibiotics, along with therapy that helped mobility and strength improve.

common 23 reviews mention this

Nurses and staff feel professional

Residents most often praise the professionalism, kindness, and compassion of the care team.

Across many reviews, families and patients describe nurses and office staff as professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Multiple comments reference excellent bedside manners, respectful communication, and staff who take time to answer questions. Several reviewers also mention staff showing up as scheduled and staying engaged beyond the basic visit to ensure care needs are met.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Scheduling and responsiveness varies

Some reviews describe delays or missed communication when scheduling home visits.

Some residents report timely visits, including aides arriving promptly and nurses being on time, sometimes with fast access to care. Other reviews report problems coordinating schedules, including long gaps without calls or not receiving the expected nurse after a referral. A few reviews also describe responsiveness issues with office follow-up after concerns were raised.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Billing and insurance frustrations come up

A recurring concern involves insurance and billing disputes.

While many reviewers focus on care quality, a smaller set of reviews raises serious concerns about billing and insurance handling. These comments mention issues like large unexpected bills, insurance coding disputes, and claims of being billed despite services not being provided. Others describe threats related to payment or dissatisfaction with how billing and signatures are handled.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Miami International (10 miles away) Miami International (10 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Miami, Florida offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With several popular restaurants nearby such as IHOP and Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill, as well as pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens within close proximity, residents have access to convenient dining options and healthcare facilities. Additionally, there are cafes such as Panera Bread for leisurely outings. For outdoor activities, there are several parks like Millers Pond Park and Westwind Lakes Park where seniors can enjoy nature and stay active. Nearby places of worship like Bible Truth Chapel and medical facilities such as UM Sylvester/Physicians at Kendall provide essential services for spiritual needs and healthcare. In case of emergencies, hospitals like Jackson South Medical Center are easily accessible in the area. Overall, this neighborhood offers a balanced mix of recreational opportunities, healthcare services, and community resources suitable for seniors looking to settle in a vibrant location in Miami.

Restaurants

  • IHOP (1 miles)
  • Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill (1 miles)
  • Checkers (1.1 miles)
  • Burger King (1.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.3 miles)
  • The Palms at Town & Country (1.4 miles)
  • La Carreta (1.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Navarro Discount Pharmacy (2.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.3 miles)
  • Moulin Rose Cake & Bakery Shop (3.3 miles)
  • Nespresso Boutique at Macy's (5.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6 miles)
  • Joanna's Marketplace (6.5 miles)

Parks

  • Millers Pond Park (1.5 miles)
  • Westwind Lakes Park (2.1 miles)
  • Kendall Indian Hammocks County Park (2.2 miles)
  • Hammocks Park (2.2 miles)
  • Kendall Hammocks Park (2.8 miles)
  • Southern Estates Park (2.9 miles)
  • Concord Park (3.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Bible Truth Chapel (3.2 miles)
  • King Jesus Ministry (4.6 miles)
  • St Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church (5.8 miles)

Physicians

  • UM Sylvester/Physicians at Kendall (3.6 miles)
  • Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute (4.3 miles)
  • Valdes Rafael DDS (4.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Jackson South Medical Center (6.1 miles)
  • Jackson South Community Hospital (6.2 miles)

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