The Grande Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Florida, FL

The Grande Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Florida, FL
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The Grande Senior Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of The Grande Senior Living

The Grande Senior Living is a 162-bed for-profit retirement facility located in Brooksville, Florida, operated by Grande Senior Living LLC and managed by administrator Melanie Gillan Paperini. The large-scale campus integrates independent living, standard assisted living, and memory care structures on a single property. The multi-level framework focuses on residential senior housing that pairs daily personal care with on-site clinical nursing oversight.

State administrative profiles tracked by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration document an annual average of 2.6 deficiencies over a recent five-year period, performing 43% better than the Florida state norm. Compliance archives note a clear operational shift; while 33 older historical inspections through 2018 consistently identified minor infractions involving record keeping and physical plant upkeep, the facility subsequently established a perfect run.

Every single evaluation from September 2019 through October 2023, spanning 13 consecutive routine, complaint, and expansion reviews, concluded with a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Public regulatory indexes show an absence of severe enforcement bans or active operating freezes, and the provider’s financial history registers seven minor state assessments totaling $3,500.

On the floor, daily care systems utilize a 24-hour staffing model to manage medication delivery and wellness tracking in English. Basic residential fees encompass building maintenance alongside water, electricity, and basic cable utilities. The culinary department prepares three daily chef-style meals supplemented by routine hydration and snack programs, while the activities team guides scheduled transportation for social outings, dancing, exercise classes, and gardening.

Prospective residents seeking a large-scale senior community with a multi-level continuum of care can utilize the facility’s extensive streak of perfect audits to confirm its modern compliance standing.

(352) 544-0944
Bed community size
162-bed community Rank #109 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 1074 homes in Florida. 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #234 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 234th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 30, 2025
ExpirationJune 29, 2027
CountyHernando
License Number11732
RCFE NumberALF License # AL11732

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Grande Senior Living is legally operated by Grande Senior Living Llc, and administrated by Melanie Gillan Paperini.

Owner NameGrande Senior Living LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
162 units
Total beds
162 units

Staffing

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

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Three Chef-Prepared Meals Daily
Scheduled Transportation
Utilities Included (Water
Electric & Basic Cable)
Hydration & Snack Program
Specific ProgramsRetirement Guide, Glossary of Terms, Cost Calculator, Transition Tips, Active Lifestyle

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree Chef-Prepared Meals Daily

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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 2019 · 7 years of data 38 citations 36 inspections 7 fines $3.5K fined
Inspection Score Info 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.

4 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #589 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 589th out of 876 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 79 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 4 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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 2019 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (15% above)
• Citations per year (15% above)
• Total inspections (38% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Inspections with citations (at FL avg)
2 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (15% below)
• Inspection citation rate (29% below)
Latest Inspection October 10, 2023 Routine

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. 3833 This facility has 15% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (38 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 15% worse Rank #592 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 592nd 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 Info Average citations per year since 2019. 5.44.7 This facility has 15% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (5.4 vs. FL avg 4.7).↑ 15% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.11.3 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 #331 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 331st 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 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. 3626 This facility has 38% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (36 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 38% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 1616 This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Florida average (16 vs. FL avg 16).— At avg
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 44%62% This facility has 18 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (44% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 18% better Rank #282 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 282nd 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 Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 10, 2023, found no deficiencies during the standard survey.
  • Complaint investigations from 2019 through 2022 consistently showed no deficiencies or substantiated complaints.
  • Routine inspections from 2019 to 2022 all reported zero deficiencies, indicating stable compliance over multiple years.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

The Grande Senior Living is located in BROOKSVILLE, 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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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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MC

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IL

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MC

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RC

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MC

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IL

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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.

NH

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NH

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Grande Senior Living

What languages are spoken at The Grande Senior Living?

The team at The Grande Senior Living speaks English.

Is The Grande Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Grande Senior Living has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Grande Senior Living?

According to FL state health department records, The Grande Senior Living's license number is 11732.

When does The Grande Senior Living's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, The Grande Senior Living's license expires on June 29, 2027.

What payment types does The Grande Senior Living accept?

The Grande Senior Living accepts Medicaid and Other.

Does The Grande Senior Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Grande Senior Living is registered as a for-profit in FL.

Who is the administrator of The Grande Senior Living?

Melanie Gillan Paperini is the administrator of The Grande Senior Living.

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