Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Pinellas Park, FL
Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Pinellas Park, FL
Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. accepts Medicaid and Veteran Affairs Benefits.
Nurse’s Helping Hands is a 50-bed, family-owned assisted living and memory care home. The facility focuses on providing daily support and specialized dementia care programming structured around the needs of residents experiencing cognitive decline.
Government oversight records covering a 12-year timeline document 32 total deficiencies across 25 separate evaluations, an annual average of 1.2 citations that performs 74% better than the Florida state baseline. Out of those 25 visits, 17 came back entirely clear, meaning the home has maintained a high zero citations-per-inspection rate across the majority of its reviews. The facility experienced an isolated operational hurdle in February 2022 when a complaint visit flagged a peak cluster of eight deficiencies involving resident supervision, medication help, and staffing rules.
Management quickly corrected those issues, securing five consecutive clear inspections through early 2024. While a mid-2023 complaint evaluation noted a brief slip with three infractions regarding elopement standards and training, the most recent April 2025 routine inspection returned to a completely clean record. The state has never issued fines or severe enforcement penalties against the provider.
Prospective residents and their representatives can view this long-term history as a sign of resilient compliance and steady management. Because the data shows that occasional spikes in staffing or medication documentation are quickly self-corrected by the team, the overall records indicate a well-monitored environment. It is a good practice to arrange an afternoon tour of the property so you can talk with the family owners directly about their current safety protocols and observe how the staff interacts with the residents.
50-bed community Rank #753 / 1058Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 753rd out of 1,058 homes we track in Florida for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 85 / 100 Rank #66 / 1427Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 1,427 homes 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 cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceApril 25, 2025
ExpirationApril 24, 2027
CountyPinellas
License Number8372
Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. is legally operated by Nurses Helping Hands, Inc., and administered by Pamela Penuela.
Owner NameNurses Helping Hands, Inc
Profit StatusFor-profit
Private
50 units
Total beds
50 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Spanish
Pets not allowed
Activitiescelebrating birthdays, celebrating holidays, daily social activities, daily leisure activities
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 2012 · 14 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
33 citations
26 inspections
5 fines
$7.0K fined
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
At the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #518 / 901 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 518th out of 901 homes we track in Florida for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 901 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 83 out of 100. Letter grade B. 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-
5vs 5 avg— At FL avg
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$7kvs $11.6k↓ 40% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 14 years (since 2012).
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 2012 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 At Avg
Metrics at Florida average:
• Total citations (at FL avg)
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Inspections with citations (56% below)
• Inspection citation rate (56% below)
• Total citations (at FL avg)
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Inspections with citations (56% below)
• Inspection citation rate (56% below)
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 33 | 33 | This facility has total citations in line with the Florida average (33 vs. FL avg 33).— At avg Rank #502 / 906 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 502nd out of 906 homes we track in Florida for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 906 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.3 | 1.3 | This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg Rank #540 / 906 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 540th out of 906 homes we track in Florida for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 906 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 26 | 26 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Florida average (26 vs. FL avg 26).— At avg |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 7 | 16 | This facility has 56% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (7 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 56% better |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 27% | 62% | This facility has 35 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (27% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 35% better Rank #107 / 906 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 107th out of 906 homes we track in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 906 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. |
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Florida score; higher is better.
This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
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Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
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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.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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16
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| Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. | AL ADC HOS RC | Pinellas Park | 50
Facility
50
FL AVG
88
Rank
#753 / 1,058 | No |
85
Facility
85
FL AVG
42
Rank
#66 / 1,427 | Nurses Helping Hands, Inc | 83
Facility
83
FL AVG
83
Rank
#518 / 901 | 26 | 27%
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27%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#107 / 906 | 33
Facility
33
FL AVG
33
Rank
#502 / 906 | 1.3
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FL AVG
1.3
Rank
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FL AVG
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Rank
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FL AVG
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FL AVG
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19
FL AVG
33
Rank
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FL AVG
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.
What languages are spoken at Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.?
The team at Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. speaks Spanish.
Who is the owner of Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.?
Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. is legally operated by Nurses Helping Hands, Inc., and administered by Pamela Penuela.
Is Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. in a walkable area?
Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.?
According to FL state health department records, Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.'s license number is 8372.
When does Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.'s license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.'s license expires on April 24, 2027.
Are pets allowed at Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc.?
No, Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. has a no-pet policy.
What payment types does Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. accept?
Nurse’s Helping Hands, Inc. accepts Medicaid and VA.
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