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Tikas Assisted Living Facility in Miami, FL

Tikas Assisted Living Facility is an assisted living community in Miami, FL.

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Tikas Assisted Living Facility in Miami, FL

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Tikas Assisted Living Facility

14822 Garden Drive, Miami, FL 33168

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

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Tikas Assisted Living Facility Costs & Pricing

Tikas Assisted Living Facility offers competitive pricing for its residents in comparison to both Miami-Dade County and the broader state of Florida. For semi-private accommodations, Tikas charges $2,500 per month, which slightly exceeds the county average of $2,250 but remains notably lower than the state average of $3,009. In terms of private rooms, Tikas's monthly rate is set at $4,000, which surpasses Miami-Dade's average of $3,304 while still being more affordable than the state's average cost of $3,699. This positioning reflects Tikas's commitment to providing quality care and services within a community-focused environment.

Floor plansTikas Assisted Living FacilityMiami-Dade CountyFlorida
Semi-Private$2,500$2,250$3,009
Private$4,000$3,304$3,699

Overall Review of Tikas Assisted Living Facility

caveat 13 reviews mention this

Cleanliness issues raise serious concerns

Multiple residents and families describe the facility as dirty and unsanitary.

Several reviewers describe an unsanitary environment, including dirty bedding and reports of feces and urine-related conditions. Others mention unpleasant smells and pest concerns, along with rooms and common areas that did not feel properly maintained. A few comments also point to laundry or housekeeping problems like needing floors scrubbed and handling overflowing trash.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Neglect and call-light failures

Residents and families report neglect, including call-light or supervision problems.

A recurring concern is inadequate response to residents’ needs, with multiple reviewers describing long delays, missed assistance, or staff not addressing requests. Some reviews specifically call out call lights not working or residents left in soiled conditions for hours. Others describe broader safety and care-management worries, including lack of proper supervision and delays in getting needed medical attention.

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Food quality draws criticism

Food is a frequent negative point in resident and family accounts.

Some reviewers describe meals as poor quality, including food that arrived cold. Others mention concerns about what was served and how dining was handled during their loved one’s stay. Even amid mixed experiences, these food-related comments remain consistently unfavorable.

common 3 reviews mention this

Staff compassion is a bright spot

Several reviewers say the staff provided compassionate, attentive care.

While other reviews focus on serious problems, a subset of families and visitors describe caring, compassionate staff. These accounts also highlight that communication and teamwork at the nursing station made a difference to their family’s experience. One reviewer also notes that they had concerns after reading earlier reviews, but observed better day-to-day care once visiting.

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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

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Miami International (10 miles away) Miami International (10 miles away)
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (12 miles away) Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (12 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • 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
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • 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
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Cards / pinochle club Cards / pinochle club
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Current events club Current events club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Light therapy programs Light therapy programs
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Resident band or musicians Resident band or musicians
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Walking club Walking club

Nearby Places of Interest

This particular area of Miami, Florida offers a variety of amenities and resources that may be appealing for senior living. With several pharmacies in close proximity, accessing medication and healthcare necessities is convenient. The abundance of parks provides opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Additionally, there are multiple dining options ranging from casual establishments to upscale eateries. The presence of hospitals, physicians' offices, and places of worship ensures that residents have access to essential healthcare services and spiritual support. The availability of public transportation options like bus stations and car rentals make it easy to navigate the city. Overall, this area of Miami offers a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to call home.

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.8 miles)
  • Jackson Soul Food II (2.5 miles)
  • Houston's (3.8 miles)
  • Mo's Bagels & Deli (4.4 miles)
  • Serafina Miami (5 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (5.8 miles)
  • Mandolin Aegean Bistro (6.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (3.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)

Parks

  • Scott Park (2.4 miles)
  • Founders Park (4.9 miles)
  • Haulover Beach Park (4.9 miles)
  • North Shore Open Space Park (6 miles)
  • River Run Park (6.6 miles)
  • Poinciana Park (7 miles)
  • Babcock Park (7.2 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Aventura 24 (4.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Rosetta Bakery (5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (8 miles)
  • Starbucks (8 miles)

Transportation

  • Tri-Rail Metrorail Transfer (5.7 miles)
  • North Perry Airport of Broward County (6.5 miles)
  • Earlington Heights Metrorail Station (7 miles)
  • Okeechobee Metrorail Station (7.9 miles)
  • Miami Intermodal Center (8.5 miles)
  • Bus Station (8.6 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (8.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital (7.6 miles)
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center (7.8 miles)
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital (8.3 miles)
  • Veterans Administration Hospital Miami (8.3 miles)
  • University Of Miami Hospital (8.5 miles)
  • Memorial Hospital Pembroke (8.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness Center, P.A. (8.4 miles)
  • University Of Miami Doctors Office (8.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Mother Of Our Redeemer Catholic Church (8.7 miles)

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