The Manor at Lake Morton
Assisted Living · Polk County, FL

The Manor at Lake Morton

Assisted Living · Polk County, FL
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The Manor at Lake Morton accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid.

Overview of The Manor at Lake Morton

The Manor at Lake Morton is a senior living community located in Lakeland, FL, providing assisted living services. Their accommodation ranges from studio, and one bedroom suite, some featuring a kitchenette, and all equipped with walk-in showers, living area, emergency cords, and grab bars. They also encourage residents to bring furniture and other personal items to make their units more comfortable and familiar for them. As part of their assisted living program, residents are provided assistance with daily living activities, and scheduling with their physicians.

The Manor at Lake Morton ensures that residents receive proper nutrition and fulfilled taste buds, providing restaurant quality meals and dining assistance if needed. This senior living community also has a wide network of local physicians with specializations in dermatology, podiatry, and psychiatry. To ensure that the residents live their best life in The Manor at Lake Morton, housekeeping and linen services are also provided, so that they can spend their precious time and energy in activities they enjoy; from planned activities in the community, to hobbies they hold dear.

Types of Care at The Manor at Lake Morton

Assisted Living
Bed community size
48-bed community Rank #788 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 788th out of 1065 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 81 / 100 Rank #95 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 31, 2025
ExpirationDecember 30, 2027
CountyPolk
License Number12732
RCFE NumberAL12732

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Manor at Lake Morton is legally operated by The Manor At Lake Morton, Llc, and administrated by Tina Ries.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
48 units
Total beds
48 units

Safety & Compliance

Safety Featuressecured access and a fully sprinklered fire safety system

Staffing

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

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

24-Hour Awake Care Staff
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Delicious Restaurant-Style Meals
Daily Social Events And Activities
Salon And Barber Services
Electric
Water
Wifi
And Cable
Charming Outdoor Space
Tv Lounge And Social Seating
ActivitiesResidents are encouraged to explore the historic district of Lakeland with various activities and events.
Specific ProgramsSchedule Tour

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy three restaurant-style meals each day either in the comfort of our dining hall or in the privacy of their own room.

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Inspection History

In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.

Since 2015 · 11 years of data 19 citations 19 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2015 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (42% below)
• Citations per year (43% below)
• Citations per inspection (23% below)
• Total inspections (27% below)
• Inspections with citations (50% below)
• Inspection citation rate (32% below)
Latest Inspection November 21, 2023 Complaint Investigation

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1933 This facility has 42% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 42% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2015. 1.73 This facility has 43% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.7 vs. FL avg 3).↓ 43% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 11.3 This facility has 23% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 23% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1926 This facility has 27% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 27% better
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 816 This facility has 50% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (8 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 50% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 42%62% This facility has 20 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (42% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 20% better

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

THE MANOR AT LAKE MORTON, LLC underwent its latest inspection on 2023-11-21, which reported no deficiencies. Over the reporting period from 2015-09-25 to 2023-11-21, a total of 18 inspections were conducted, with all but one citing deficiencies. The facility accumulated 18 line-item deficiencies across these inspections, primarily related to building maintenance and physical plant issues, as well as records and documentation, and emergency planning concerns. While the facility has had a history of cited deficiencies, it is noted that corrections have been made in response, ultimately leading to the latest inspection's finding of no deficiencies.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lakeland's city center to The Manor at Lake Morton's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.55 miles to nearest hospital (Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition of Florida)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

The Manor at Lake Morton is located in Lakeland, Florida.
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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).
FL

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
FL

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.
FL

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).
FL

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).
FL

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Manor at Lake Morton

What neighborhood is The Manor at Lake Morton in?

The Manor at Lake Morton is in the East Lake Morton neighborhood of Lakeland.

What languages are spoken at The Manor at Lake Morton?

The team at The Manor at Lake Morton speaks English.

Is The Manor at Lake Morton in a walkable area?

The Manor at Lake Morton has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of The Manor at Lake Morton?

According to FL state health department records, The Manor at Lake Morton's license number is 12732.

When does The Manor at Lake Morton's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, The Manor at Lake Morton's license expires on December 30, 2027.

What payment types does The Manor at Lake Morton accept?

The Manor at Lake Morton accepts Insurance and/or HMO and Medicaid.

Does The Manor at Lake Morton operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Manor at Lake Morton is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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