Walton Place

Overview of Walton Place

Walton Place is a 98-bed for-profit assisted living facility located in Tarpon Springs, Florida, operated by Tarpon Springs Assisted Living At Walton Place LLC and managed by administrator Kenneth Ruthinoski. Situated in a car-dependent suburban area of Pinellas County with a Walk Score of 23, the campus sits close to local medical offices and community conveniences. The residential community focuses on routine personal care and memory care programming, specifically accommodating individuals utilizing public assistance options.

State regulatory archives kept by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration reflect 44 total deficiencies across 39 inspection cycles over a nine-year period. This tracks out to an annual average of 3.9 citations, which performs 15% better than the Florida state baseline. Compliance data shows a distinct upward trend from 2022 onward; multiple consecutive complaint audits and routine checks resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero through July 2024, followed by a single minor citation regarding resident care rights and facility procedures during the most recent inspection in July 2025. While older 2018 records highlighted recurring issues with over-the-counter handling, labeling, and medication management assistance, the facility cleared those citations under standard correction plans, with its full fiscal history noting just two administrative fines totaling $4,500 and no severe enforcement bans.

The day-to-day routine runs on a 24-hour staffing model that implements individualized care plans and dietician-planned meals. On-site amenities provide private and companion room layouts, included utilities and cable, wireless internet, a beauty salon, and an on-site pharmacy service. For recreational engagement, the campus hosts regular film screenings, dancing, exercise sessions, arts and crafts, board games, gardening, music programs, and coordinated shopping trips. Financial setups are configured to accept Medicaid and Veteran Affairs benefits alongside traditional payment options.

Prospective residents who hold veteran benefits or qualify for state Medicaid waivers can utilize this facility’s specialized financial tracks to secure long-term residential care. The 98-bed environment is tailored for older adults who require managed personal care or memory support but prefer a suburban community setting with a strong compliance record over the last four years.

Facility Direct Line (727) 722-9600

98-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 23 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

IssuanceSeptember 22, 2024

ExpirationSeptember 21, 2026

CountyPinellas

License Number12859

Walton Place is legally operated by Tarpon Springs Assisted Living At Walton Place LLC, and administered by Kenneth Ruthinoski.

Owner NameTarpon Springs Assisted Living At Walton Place LLC

Profit StatusFor-profit

Private

98 units

Total beds

98 units

Emergency SystemsEmergency call system in all rooms and restrooms.

Safety FeaturesWander guard system in Memory Care unit.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

English Spanish

Accept Medicaid

24-Hour Staffing

Spacious Private And Companion Rooms

Free Basic Utilities And Cable

Wireless Internet

Community Computer

Restaurant Style Dining

24 Hour Snack And Beverage Service

Nintendo Wii

Individualized Plans Of Care

Pharmacy Services

Since 2017 · 9 years of data 44 citations 39 inspections 2 fines $4.5K fined

Inspection Score

At the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Fines Total number of fines issued.
2
vs 5 avg
↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$4.5k
vs $11.6k
↓ 61% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 9 years (since 2017).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2017 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection July 17, 2025 Complaint

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	44	33	This facility has 33% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (44 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 33% worse Rank #663 / 907 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 663rd out of 907 homes in Florida for Total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2017.	4.9	3.7	This facility has 32% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (4.9 vs. FL avg 3.7).↑ 32% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.1	1.3	This facility has 15% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 15% better Rank #320 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 320th out of 907 homes in Florida for Citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	39	26	This facility has had 50% more total inspections than the Florida average (39 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	22	16	This facility has 38% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (22 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 38% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	56%	62%	This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (56% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 6% better Rank #447 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 447th out of 907 homes in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on July 17, 2025 cited one Class 3 deficiency related to resident care rights and facility procedures.
A single Class 3 deficiency was cited in 2024 and 2025, showing isolated issues mainly with resident care rights and medication self-administration.
From 2017 through 2018, multiple Class 3 deficiencies repeatedly involved admissions, medication management, staffing, training, and records, indicating ongoing compliance problems during that period.

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Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies

1.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Tarpon Springs's city center to Walton Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).


Walton Place	AL MC	Tarpon Springs	98	No	23	Tarpon Springs Assisted Living At Walton Place LLC	83	39	56.4% Facility 56.4% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #447 / 907	44 Facility 44 FL AVG 33 Rank #663 / 907	1.1 Facility 1.1 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #320 / 907	For-Profit	$4,500	Kenneth Ruthinoski	-	-
Brookdale Tarpon Springs	AL	Tarpon Springs	80	Yes	40	Arc Tarpon Springs, Inc	83	30	60% Facility 60% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #512 / 907	42 Facility 42 FL AVG 33 Rank #632 / 907	1.4 Facility 1.4 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #621 / 907	For-Profit	$2,000	Shanique Hyde-Heron	Studio / 1 Bed	A+
Market Street Residence East Lake	AL MC	Tarpon Springs	64	No	2	Sonida Tarpon Springs, LLC	79	31	45.2% Facility 45.2% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #286 / 907	43 Facility 43 FL AVG 33 Rank #646 / 907	1.4 Facility 1.4 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #621 / 907	For-Profit	$9,500	Teresa Covelli	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	A+
East Lake Manor, Inc.	AL	Tarpon Springs	30	No	68	East Lake Manor, Inc	94	16	62.5% Facility 62.5% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #558 / 907	17 Facility 17 FL AVG 33 Rank #238 / 907	1.1 Facility 1.1 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #320 / 907	For-Profit	-	Sylvester Remorca	-	-

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

What languages are spoken at Walton Place?

The team at Walton Place speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Walton Place?

Walton Place is legally operated by Tarpon Springs Assisted Living At Walton Place LLC, and administered by Kenneth Ruthinoski.

Is Walton Place in a walkable area?

Walton Place has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Walton Place?

According to FL state health department records, Walton Place's license number is 12859.

When does Walton Place's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Walton Place's license expires on September 21, 2026.

What payment types does Walton Place accept?

Walton Place accepts Medicaid and VA.

Does Walton Place operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Walton Place is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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