Sun Towers Retirement Community
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Sun City Center, FL

Sun Towers Retirement Community

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Sun City Center, FL
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Sun Towers Retirement Community accepts Veteran Affairs Benefits, Medicaid, and Medicare.

Overview of Sun Towers Retirement Community

Set in a beautiful neighborhood in Hillsborough County, Sun City Center, FL, Sun Towers is an exceptional senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and extended congregate care. The community offers a variety of studio one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, designed for comfort and living efficiency. Residents needing extra help with activities of daily living are met with compassionate care and assistance, provided by a kind and well-trained care team.

Tedious chores like housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation are handled so residents don’t need to worry about keeping up with home maintenance, housework, and other responsibilities. Committed to giving residents plenty of opportunities for social engagement, the community allows residents to participate in various structured and unstructured on-site and off-site activities. Residents can look forward to three professionally prepared meals per day that are tailored specifically to their unique dietary needs, helping improve their health outcomes or manage chronic health conditions that they may have.

Bed community size
286-bed community Rank #6 / 1058Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 1058 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100 Rank #448 / 1487Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 448th out of 1487 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceJune 6, 2025
ExpirationMay 6, 2027
CountyHillsborough
License Number4991
State License TypesALF License #4991

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sun Towers Retirement Community is legally operated by Sun City Center Associates, Ltd.(L.p.), and administered by Haley Bauguss.

Management CompanyCLEAR CHOICE HEALTH CARE, LLC
Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Extended Congregate Care
286 units
Private
286 units
Total beds
286 units

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 staff presence, emergency response systems, secure entryways, handrails, accessible layouts

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Other Spanish

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Restaurant
Walking Paths
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Telehealth
Telemedicine
Activity Calendar
Dining Services
Wellness Checks
Personal Care
Activities
Wellness Programwellness classes, cultural events
Specific Programspersonalized assistance with daily routines, medication reminders and administration, organized social and recreational activities, individualized activities for memory care residents
Religious Services
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,000 per month

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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.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 43 citations 37 inspections
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

5 points above the Florida average for nursing homes (83/100)

Rank #383 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 383rd out of 876 homes in Florida for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 88 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 5 points above the Florida average for nursing homes (83/100)

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.

Since 2013 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (30% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (8% below)
• Inspections with citations (13% below)
• Inspection citation rate (39% 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. 4333 This facility has 30% more total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (43 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 30% worse Rank #646 / 907 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 646th out of 907 homes in Florida for total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.21.3 This facility has 8% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (1.2 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 8% better Rank #446 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 446th out of 907 homes in Florida for citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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. 3726 This facility has had 42% more total inspections than the Florida average (37 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 42% more
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 1416 This facility has 13% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (14 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 13% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 38%62% This facility has 24 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (38% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 24% better Rank #201 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 201st out of 907 homes in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on June 4, 2025, found no deficiencies and no complaints.
  • Past deficiencies mainly involved staff training, service plans, and recordkeeping, with isolated findings from 2013 to 2020.
  • The facility had multiple inspections with several deficiencies in 2015 and 2018, including nine and five citations related to staffing, training, and documentation.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 264 / 336 / 406 / 528 / 654 / 684 / 702 / 792 / 1026 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sun City Center's city center to Sun Towers Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
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Sun Towers Retirement Community is located in Sun City Center, 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).
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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).
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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).
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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 Sun Towers Retirement Community

What languages are spoken at Sun Towers Retirement Community?

The team at Sun Towers Retirement Community speaks English, Other, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Sun Towers Retirement Community?

Sun Towers Retirement Community is legally operated by Sun City Center Associates, Ltd.(L.p.), and administered by Haley Bauguss.

Is Sun Towers Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Sun Towers Retirement Community has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Sun Towers Retirement Community?

According to FL state health department records, Sun Towers Retirement Community's license number is 4991.

When does Sun Towers Retirement Community's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Sun Towers Retirement Community's license expires on May 6, 2027.

Does Sun Towers Retirement Community have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Sun Towers Retirement Community on this page.

Are pets allowed at Sun Towers Retirement Community?

No, Sun Towers Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.

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