Starlight at Deland

Assisted Living in DeLand

Starlight at Deland

Assisted Living in DeLand

Overview of Starlight at Deland

Located in the serene area in Deland, Florida, Starlight at Deland is a dependable senior living community that offers comprehensive assisted living services in a loving environment that fosters a worry-free lifestyle. A well-trained team of caregivers are always available to offer an array of convenient services and assistance, including meal preparation, feeding assistance, housekeeping, medication management, and other medical services. As a family-owned community, Starlight at Deland guarantees an intimate and family-like environment that focuses on making deep connections with residents for better delivery of care.

Here, residents are guaranteed to receive the right amount of support and the care they need with personalized care plans that are curated after a thorough assessment. With most of the tedious chores handled by a dedicated care team, residents can freely focus on their enjoyment and well-being. At Starlight at Deland, residents enjoy a living environment and care services that allow them to live freely and happily.

(386) 740-9117

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 9
Bed community size
9-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Payment Types

Insurance And/or Hmo
Other
Va
Workers Compensation

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 5, 2024
ExpirationMay 5, 2026
CountyVolusia
License Number11216

Ownership & Operating Entity

Starlight at Deland is legally operated by Starlight Assisted Living At Deland Llc, and administrated by Runell Gordon.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Sign Language

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Activities in this home

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

Types of Care at Starlight at Deland

Assisted Living

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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.

18 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Results

15 with citations

3 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date July 31, 2025
Standard

42 total citations

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

Florida average: 33 citations

23 deficiencies

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

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

3 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $5,250.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for Starlight at Deland

STARLIGHT ALF AT DELAND's latest inspection on 2024-12-05 reported that deficiencies were cited. During the reporting period from 2012-09-12 to 2025-07-31, a total of 17 inspections were conducted, with all of them resulting in deficiencies. The facility accumulated 42 line-item deficiencies across these inspections, which fell under various categories including standard, complaint, expansion, and unknown types. Common themes identified during the inspections included records/documentation, resident care/rights, and dietary/food service concerns. In response to cited deficiencies, the facility has demonstrated improvement by correcting all noted issues, as indicated by its current status of "Deficiencies Corrected."

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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

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.
FL

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

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

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