What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Overview of New Era Assisted Living

New Era Assisted Living is a senior living community located in Lakeland, FL, committed to providing exceptional assisted living services to their residents. As part of their assisted living services and program, they provide 24/7 personal assistance, a special memory support unit for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, and a bi-weekly visitation by a physician. They also offer respite care, hospice care, and scheduled transportation for medical appointments.

New Era Assisted living doesn’t only offer quality care, they also make sure that the residents in their community are living comfortably, which is why they offer a myriad of services and amenities designed for comfort and entertainment or leisure. These include meal provisions with consideration to the residents’ diet and food preferences, access to a well stocked library, regular trips to the mall, housekeeping and linen services, and regular activities promoting physical and mental well being.

(863) 859-0475

18-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

Walk Score: 44 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Payment Types

Medicaid

Other

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceSeptember 26, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 25, 2027

CountyHillsborough

License Number12181

New Era Assisted Living is legally operated by Florry Creative Care Corp, and administrated by Cherry Twiggs.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

English Spanish

Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Other
Shopping
Social Events & Outings

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Suite

Building Type: Single-storey

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at New Era Assisted Living

Assisted Living

Results

16 with citations

5 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

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Latest inspection

Date October 30, 2025

Standard

33 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 33 citations

1.6 citations per inspection

Florida average: 1.3 citations per inspection

28 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

2 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $4,650.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for New Era Assisted Living

COVENTRY ASSISTED LIVING's latest inspection, conducted on 2025-09-15, reported a status of Deficiencies Corrected. During the reporting period from 2013-03-01 to 2025-10-30, the facility underwent a total of 21 inspections, with all 21 resulting in deficiencies being cited. The cumulative total of deficiencies identified across these inspections stood at 33 line items. Key themes emerging from the inspection results included records and documentation, resident care and rights, dietary and food service, and emergency planning. Notably, while deficiencies were initially cited, the facility was able to correct them, indicating a commitment to improvement and compliance with regulations.

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Access to a well-stocked library, regular trips to the mall, housekeeping and linen services, and regular activities promoting physical and mental well-being.” This is all lies. I can bet you won’t find a single book in there, but you’ll find a ton of bed bugs!

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).

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

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.

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).

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).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

6.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lakeland's city center to New Era Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.7 miles to nearest hospital (Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building)

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Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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