The Villas of Casa Celeste
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Seminole, FL

The Villas of Casa Celeste

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Seminole, FL
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The Villas of Casa Celeste accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits.

Overview of The Villas of Casa Celeste

Eight years in, The Villas of Casa Celeste is a fixture at 9225 82nd Ave in Seminole, Florida, a 100-bed community that’s grown past the point of being anyone’s untested newcomer. The area scores 32 on Walk Score, so it’s somewhat walkable. You can knock out a few errands on foot, but for most trips, you’re getting in a car.

Florida’s inspection process for this community has tended to circle back to medication management, staff credentials, and dietary and food service. That’s not unusual. Those three areas show up again and again across senior living inspections statewide, and they’re really about the systems behind daily care rather than anything dramatic happening in a resident’s room.

What stands out on the financial side is flexibility. The community accepts insurance and HMO coverage, Medicaid, and VA benefits, three distinct paths that families can lean on depending on how a resident’s care ends up getting paid for. That’s not nothing when you’re trying to plan two or three years out instead of just two or three months.

At 100 beds, this is a bigger operation than a lot of the boutique-style communities you’ll come across in a Seminole search. Bigger usually means more staff on the ground and steadier shift coverage, even though the profile doesn’t spell out exact staffing numbers.

It’s a well-established, mid-sized community with real payment flexibility, which matters most for families trying to make a decision that has to hold up over the long haul.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 100 Rank #433 / 1058Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 433rd 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
8 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #888 / 1427Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 888th 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.
32 / 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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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceFebruary 20, 2026
ExpirationFebruary 19, 2028
CountyPinellas
License Number6681

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Villas of Casa Celeste is legally operated by Kona Alf, LLC, and administered by Frances Davis.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
100 units
Total beds
100 units

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Hindi Other Spanish

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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.

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.

Overall vs. FL average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (37% above)
• Inspections with citations (63% above)
• Inspection citation rate (2% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (21% below)

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. 4835 This facility has 37% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (48 vs. FL avg 35).↑ 37% worse Rank #699 / 906 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 699th 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.
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.11.4 This facility has 21% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.1 vs. FL avg 1.4).↓ 21% better Rank #315 / 906 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 315th 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 4426 This facility has had 69% more total inspections than the Florida average (44 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 69% more
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 2616 This facility has 63% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (26 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 59%58% This facility has 1 percentage point higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (59% vs. FL avg 58%).↑ 1% worse Rank #489 / 906 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 489th 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.

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The Villas of Casa Celeste Reviews

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Worst place I've ever lived and nasty people who work here.

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Seminole's city center to The Villas of Casa Celeste's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.85 miles to nearest hospital (HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital)

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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.
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.
Wentworth Central Avenue
AL
MC
RC
St. Petersburg
240
Facility 240
FL AVG 88
Rank #16 / 1,058
Yes
72
Facility 72
FL AVG 42
Rank #186 / 1,427
St Petersburg Operator, LLC75
49%
Facility 49%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #320 / 906
81
Facility 81
FL AVG 33
Rank #839 / 906
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 906
For-Profit$6,650Amber MonnellStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
American House St. Petersburg
AL
IL
MC
RC
St. Petersburg (Saint Petersburg)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
Yes
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 42
Rank #139 / 1,427
Hsre-Ahr St. Petersburg Trs, LLC25
48%
Facility 48%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #308 / 906
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #325 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit-Eugene Edwin ValentineStudio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Villas of Casa Celeste
AL
IL
RC
Seminole
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 88
Rank #433 / 1,058
Yes
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 42
Rank #888 / 1,427
Kona Alf, LLC44
59%
Facility 59%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #489 / 906
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 33
Rank #699 / 906
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 906
For-Profit$4,000Frances Davis-A+
Westminster Palms
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
St. Petersburg (Historic Old Northeast)
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 88
Rank #681 / 1,058
Yes
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 42
Rank #165 / 1,427
Palm Shores Retirement Community, Inc15
40%
Facility 40%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #203 / 906
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 33
Rank #187 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
Non-Profit-Elizabeth Kinsella-A+
Azalea Manor Assisted Living
AL
St. Petersburg (Historic Old Northeast)
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 88
Rank #914 / 1,058
Yes
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 42
Rank #106 / 1,427
Island Splendor Alf Inc10
20%
Facility 20%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #78 / 906
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 33
Rank #105 / 906
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 906
For-Profit-Elsa Johnson-A+

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

The Villas of Casa Celeste is located in Seminole, 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 The Villas of Casa Celeste

What languages are spoken at The Villas of Casa Celeste?

The team at The Villas of Casa Celeste speaks English, Hindi, Other, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of The Villas of Casa Celeste?

The Villas of Casa Celeste is legally operated by Kona Alf, LLC, and administered by Frances Davis.

Is The Villas of Casa Celeste in a walkable area?

The Villas of Casa Celeste has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Villas of Casa Celeste?

According to FL state health department records, The Villas of Casa Celeste's license number is 6681.

When does The Villas of Casa Celeste's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, The Villas of Casa Celeste's license expires on February 19, 2028.

How long has The Villas of Casa Celeste been in business?

The Villas of Casa Celeste has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Villas of Casa Celeste?

Yes, The Villas of Casa Celeste allows residents to bring their pets.

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