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Total health inspections
2
Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Canterbury Tower
Nursing Home
Canterbury Tower
Nursing Home
Serving seniors since 1976, Canterbury Tower is a continuing lifecare retirement community in Tampa, Florida. With over 40 years of experience, its design is rooted in the simplicity of providing a comfortable residence for seniors after retirement, adding extra layers of comfort for seniors needing more complex assistance and support. They offer independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitative care, respite care and long-term care as a premier care provider to seniors.
Situated in an exquisite area, Canterbury Tower offers its residents excellent views of Hillsborough Bay, Bayshore Boulevard, and the Tampa, Florida skyline. On top of that, residents can enjoy a variety of social activities including scheduled entertainment, exercise classes, outdoor picnics, and current event discussions. The supportive and caring environment built through the decades delivers on the promise of Canterbury Tower to excel in providing high-quality care each day.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
17
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
50.3%
Residents per day (avg)
33
Occupancy rate
50.3%
Residents per day (avg)
33
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
67% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
33% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$13.8M
Operating deficit
-$782.8K
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$13,818,770.00
Operating deficit
$-782,797.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$10.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.6M
17-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 56 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
License Status
LICENSEDFacility Type
Assisted Living Facility
License Date
December 2, 2024
License Expiration
December 1, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
13753
CMS Certification Number:
105326
County:
Hillsborough
Ownership & operating entity
Canterbury Tower is legally operated by CANTERBURY TOWERS, INC., and administrated by AARON BROWN.
Profit status:
Not-For-Profit
Safety & Compliance
Secured Perimeter
Emergency Systems:
24-hour in-house monitored emergency alert sensors
Safety Features:
State-of-the-art fire detection system
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Languages Spoken
Creole
English
French
Portuguese
Spanish
Vietnamese
Care Services
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Additional Policies & Features
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Minimum Age:
62
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Numerous activities, guest speakers, excursions, cultural events
Specific Programs
Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Respite Care, Short-term Rehabilitation
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Cooking Classes
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Other
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
8 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
0 Legal actions
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
Canterbury Tower
-15%
+60%
-40%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Tampa (South Tampa)
66
No
A+
56
VINAS, CARIDAD
50.3%
$6,153,205.00
$3,870,289.00
62.9%
32.70
6.4656
-
6
-
-15%+60%-40%
Manatee Springs Nursing and Rehab
+77%
+10%
+12%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Bradenton
120
No
A+
24
MANATEE HOLDINGS LLC
94.4%
$17,683,234.00
$1,539,920.00
8.7%
112.60
4.4202
-
18
-
+77%+10%+12%
Gandy Crossing Care Center
-18%
+1%
+5%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Tampa (South Tampa)
160
No
-
66
HAYWOOD, SANDRA
88.2%
$21,035,242.00
$8,036,876.00
38.2%
145.30
4.0886
-
17
-
-18%+1%+5%
Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
+32%
-4%
-9%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Tampa (South Tampa)
117
No
A+
71
-
76.3%
$13,601,712.00
$5,476,793.00
40.3%
107.20
3.8851
5
33
1
+32%-4%-9%
Carrollwood Care Center
-33%
-24%
+12%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Tampa
120
No
-
51
FI-CARROLLWOOD CARE, LLC
94.0%
$16,981,438.00
$5,631,057.00
33.2%
114.70
3.0732
1
21
3
-33%-24%+12%
Canterbury Tower
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Tampa (South Tampa)
Bed Count:
66
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
VINAS, CARIDAD
CCN:
105326
Occupancy:
50.3%
Home Revenue:
$6,153,205.00
Payroll Costs:
$3,870,289.00
Payroll %:
62.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
32.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
6.4656
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
6
RN share vs State Avg:
-15%
-15%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+60%
+60%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-40%
-40%
Manatee Springs Nursing and Rehab
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Bradenton
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MANATEE HOLDINGS LLC
CCN:
105525
Occupancy:
94.4%
Home Revenue:
$17,683,234.00
Payroll Costs:
$1,539,920.00
Payroll %:
8.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
112.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.4202
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
18
RN share vs State Avg:
+77%
+77%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
+12%
Gandy Crossing Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Tampa (South Tampa)
Bed Count:
160
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
HAYWOOD, SANDRA
CCN:
105491
Occupancy:
88.2%
Home Revenue:
$21,035,242.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,036,876.00
Payroll %:
38.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
145.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0886
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
17
RN share vs State Avg:
-18%
-18%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Tampa (South Tampa)
Bed Count:
117
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
105650
Occupancy:
76.3%
Home Revenue:
$13,601,712.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,476,793.00
Payroll %:
40.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
107.20
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.8851
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
5
Citations:
33
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+32%
+32%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-4%
-4%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-9%
-9%
Carrollwood Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Tampa
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
FI-CARROLLWOOD CARE, LLC
CCN:
105553
Occupancy:
94.0%
Home Revenue:
$16,981,438.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,631,057.00
Payroll %:
33.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
114.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0732
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
21
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-33%
-33%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+12%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
109
Total Staff
54
Employees
55
Contractors
22,156
Total Hours (Quarter)
32
Avg Staff/Day
7.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 9.2 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 8.9 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
75 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
22 staff
5.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
12.7%
of total hours from contractors
2,812 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 23
Certified Nursing Assistant: 7
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 6
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 7 | 35 | 10,900 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,978 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 23 | 28 | 1,828 | 87 | 96% | 8.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,442 | 89 | 98% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 845 | 72 | 79% | 6.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 833 | 86 | 95% | 5.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 314 | 66 | 73% | 4.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 159 | 41 | 45% | 3.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 142 | 60 | 66% | 2.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 96 | 24 | 26% | 4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 9 | 10% | 2.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 3% | 4.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
6
Citations per inspection
3
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 6 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
6 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Jul 17, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Aug 10, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.6
30% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 7.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.8
44% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
21.1%
101% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
19.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
19.3%
49% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.9%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
13.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
13.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.4%
68% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.8%
67% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
9.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
9.8%
1006% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
75% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
11.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
11.0%
228% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.4%
205% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 97.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
70.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
70.8%
29% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 99.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.40
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.40
14% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.10
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.34
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.34
14% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.18
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.1%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.1%
171% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
83.3%
12% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
29.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
29.0%
11% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 26.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.0%
8% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 9.3%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.3%
35% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
55.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
55.1%
9% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Canterbury Tower based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
50.3%
↑ 9.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$782,797
↑ ~$3.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,659,902
↑ ~$417K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-12.7%
↑ 74.2pp vs 2022
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