Savannah Cottage of Lakeland

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Lakeland, FL

605 Carpenters Way, Lakeland, FL 33809 View map

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Savannah Cottage of Lakeland accepts Veteran Affairs Benefits and Medicaid.

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Savannah Cottage of Lakeland accepts Veteran Affairs Benefits and Medicaid.

Overview of Savannah Cottage of Lakeland

Savannah Cottage is a senior living community in Lakeland, FL, dedicated to providing top memory care services in the area. They offer studio type apartments for the residents’ accommodation, where they receive 24/7 staff availability for assistance with daily living activities, and respite care services if needed.

Savannah Cottage provides their residents with three-meals a day with snacks and a hydration program, they also provide access to recreation room, and gated courtyard, ensuring the residents’ safety during leisure. They also provide housekeeping and laundry services to ensure a clean and safe environment for everyone.

(863) 272-7386

38-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 20 / 100

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

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJune 17, 2025

ExpirationJune 16, 2027

CountyPolk

License Number9783

Savannah Cottage of Lakeland is legally operated by Senior Living Properties Iv, Llc, and administrated by Barbara Berry.

Management CompanySLM SERVICES, LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

38 units

Total beds

38 units

Staffing

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

English Spanish

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 83 citations 58 inspections 11 fines $20.1K fined

Inspection Score

20 points below 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.
11
vs 5 avg
↑ 120% higher than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$20.1k
vs $11.6k
↑ 73% higher than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).

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 2022 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection June 30, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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.	83	33	This facility has 152% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (83 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 152% worse Rank #864 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 864th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2022.	20.8	8.3	This facility has 151% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (20.8 vs. FL avg 8.3).↑ 151% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.4	1.3	This facility has 8% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.4 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 8% worse Rank #633 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 633rd out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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.	58	26	This facility has 123% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (58 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 123% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	43	16	This facility has 169% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (43 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 169% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	74%	62%	This facility has 12 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (74% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 12% worse Rank #755 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 755th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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

The most recent inspection on June 30, 2025, found no deficiencies.
Recent deficiencies primarily involved staff training, physical plant safety, and Alzheimer’s/dementia care, with several Class 3 citations from 2022 through April 2025.
A July 18, 2024 complaint inspection cited two Class 4 deficiencies in admissions continued residency and emergency management planning.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Activities in this home

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

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4.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lakeland's city center to Savannah Cottage of Lakeland's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.86 miles to nearest hospital (Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building)

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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

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


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Savannah Cottage of Lakeland	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Lakeland	38 Facility 38 FL AVG 89 Rank #829 / 1074	Yes	20 Facility 20 FL AVG 40 Rank #1085 / 1486	Senior Living Properties IV, LLC	63 Facility 63 FL AVG 83 Rank #825 / 876	58	74.1% Facility 74.1% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #755 / 919	83 Facility 83 FL AVG 33 Rank #864 / 919	1.4 Facility 1.4 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #633 / 919	For-Profit	$20,100	Barbara Berry	Studio	-

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What languages are spoken at Savannah Cottage of Lakeland?

The team at Savannah Cottage of Lakeland speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Savannah Cottage of Lakeland?

The legal owner and operator of Savannah Cottage of Lakeland is Senior Living Properties Iv, Llc.

Is Savannah Cottage of Lakeland in a walkable area?

Savannah Cottage of Lakeland has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Savannah Cottage of Lakeland?

According to FL state health department records, Savannah Cottage of Lakeland's license number is 9783.

When does Savannah Cottage of Lakeland's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Savannah Cottage of Lakeland's license expires on June 16, 2027.

What payment types does Savannah Cottage of Lakeland accept?

Savannah Cottage of Lakeland accepts VA.

Does Savannah Cottage of Lakeland operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Savannah Cottage of Lakeland is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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