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?

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Riverside Care Center/Tiffany On The River | Assisted Living in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Overview of Riverside Care Center/tiffany on the River

Considerably one of the affordable assisted living homes in New Smyrna, Tiffany on the River strives to positively impact each resident’s life in a cozy, home-like setting.

Tiffany is a tightly-knit community that encourages residents to take part in enriching and engaging activities that cultivate their personal growth during their golden years.

(386) 423-1120

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 7

7-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: 45 / 100

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

Payment Types

Insurance And/or Hmo

Medicare

Other

Workers Compensation

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceApril 22, 2024

ExpirationApril 21, 2026

CountyVolusia

License Number8788

Riverside Care Center/Tiffany On The River is legally operated by Riverside Care Center, Inc., and administrated by Sandra V. Dorval.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

Creole English Spanish

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Shopping

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Riverside Care Center/Tiffany On The River

Assisted Living

Results

2 with citations

4 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

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Latest inspection

Date March 28, 2025

Other

13 total citations

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

Florida average: 33 citations

9 deficiencies

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

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

0 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $0.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for Riverside Care Center/Tiffany On The River

The most recent inspection on March 28, 2025, found no deficiencies after earlier citations in February 2025. Prior to that, inspections from 2014 through 2022 consistently showed no deficiencies. The February 2025 inspection cited multiple Class 3 deficiencies related to physical restraints, medication management, staffing, training, and recordkeeping, all of which were corrected by the time of the March follow-up. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. This pattern suggests the facility addressed recent issues promptly following a long period of clean inspections.

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Alba Court Residences

Type of care: AL MC

Community: New Smyrna Beach (New Smyrna Beach Historic District)

Bed Count: 109

Pets Allowed: No

The Gallery at Port Orange

Type of care: AL IL MC

Community: Port Orange (Pinnacle Parke)

Bed Count: 92

Pets Allowed: Yes

Crown Assisted Living

Type of care: AL

Community: New Smyrna Beach (Inwood New Smyrna)

Bed Count: 16

Pets Allowed: Yes

Riverside Care Center/Tiffany On The River

Type of care: AL

Community: New Smyrna Beach (New Smyrna Beach Historic District)

Bed Count: 7

Pets Allowed: Yes

Windsor Manor

Type of care: AL IL MC NH

Community: New Smyrna Beach

Bed Count: 6

Pets Allowed: No

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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).

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

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from New Smyrna Beach's city center to Riverside Care Center/Tiffany On The River's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.71 miles to nearest hospital (AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach)

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