Canterfield Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Tallahassee, FL

Canterfield Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Tallahassee, FL

Overview of Canterfield Senior Living

Peacefully nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Tallahassee, FL, Canterfield Senior Living is a distinguished family-owned community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With cozy and sophisticated one-bedroom villas, independent living residents experience exceptional comfort. Maintenance services and convenient apartment features are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Delectable and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its wide range of care options and state-of-the-art amenities, residents enjoy the highest quality of life in retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #124 / 1001Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 124th out of 1,001 assisted living communities we track in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
70 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Staffing & Medical

1 service
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 1,841 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Managed by Cherie Hart

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Canterfield Senior Living

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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tallahassee's city center to Canterfield Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Tapestry Senior Living Lakeshore
AL
MC
Tallahassee
160
Facility 160
FL AVG 85
Rank #84 / 890
Yes
45
Facility 45
FL AVG 40
Rank #398 / 1,001
Tallahassee Nhhi, LLC34
26%
Facility 26%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #291 / 853
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 33
Rank #413 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$0Linda CauleyStudio / 1 bed-
St. Augustine Plantation
AL
MC
RC
Tallahassee
115
Facility 115
FL AVG 85
Rank #258 / 890
Yes
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 40
Rank #673 / 1,001
St. Augustine Plantation Operator, LLC74
16%
Facility 16%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #119 / 853
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 33
Rank #466 / 853
0.3
Facility 0.3
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #114 / 853
For-Profit$4,875Megan GriffinPrivate Rooms-
The Grove at Canopy
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tallahassee
96
Facility 96
FL AVG 85
Rank #387 / 890
No
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 40
Rank #776 / 1,001
Kre Tallahassee Opco LLC16
19%
Facility 19%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #154 / 853
8
Facility 8
FL AVG 33
Rank #215 / 853
0.5
Facility 0.5
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #210 / 853
For-Profit$0Samantha WhiteStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA
Allegro
AL
IL
Tallahassee (Killearn Estates)
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 85
Rank #420 / 890
Yes
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 40
Rank #673 / 1,001
Kapg Tallahassee Senior Housing Opco, LLC24
13%
Facility 13%
FL AVG 32.4%
Rank #89 / 853
5
Facility 5
FL AVG 33
Rank #142 / 853
0.2
Facility 0.2
FL AVG 1.0
Rank #76 / 853
For-Profit$0Donna HoldenStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Canterfield Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Tallahassee-Yes
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 40
Rank #124 / 1,001
-------Cherie Hart2 BedA+

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other FL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Canterfield Senior Living is located in Tallahassee, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Canterfield Senior Living

Is Canterfield Senior Living in a walkable area?

Canterfield Senior Living has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does Canterfield Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Canterfield Senior Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at Canterfield Senior Living?

Yes, Canterfield Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Canterfield Senior Living?

The team at Canterfield Senior Living can be reached at crystal@canterfieldoftallahassee.com.

Are there photos of Canterfield Senior Living?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Canterfield Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Canterfield Senior Living provide?

Canterfield Senior Living offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care.

What is the address of Canterfield Senior Living?

Canterfield Senior Living is located at 208 E Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303.

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