Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jun 2024

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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.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Sun Towers Retirement Community is legally operated by Sun City Center Associates, Ltd.(l.p.), and administrated by Haley Bauguss.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total citations
| 43 | 33 | This facility has 30% more total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (43 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 30% worse |
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Citations per year
| 3.3 | 2.5 | This facility has 32% more citations per year than a typical Florida nursing home (3.3 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 32% worse |
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Citations per inspection
| 1.2 | 1.3 | This facility has 8% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (1.2 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 8% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 37 | 26 | This facility has 42% more total inspections than a typical Florida nursing home (37 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 42% worse |
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Inspections with citations
| 14 | 16 | This facility has 13% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (14 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 13% better |
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Inspection citation rate
| 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 |
SUN TOWERS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY was inspected on 2025-06-04, with no deficiencies cited in the latest report. Over the reporting period from 2012-08-28 to 2025-06-04, a total of 36 inspections were conducted, with all but one resulting in deficiencies. The facility accumulated 42 line-item deficiencies across these inspections, which fell under various categories including complaint-driven and standard inspections. Common themes identified during this time included concerns related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, and emergency planning procedures. Notably, the facility's latest inspection reported no outstanding issues, indicating successful corrections were made in response to previous citations.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsFlorida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jun 2024
Florida average 19.7
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 11 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Florida average: 0.8
Florida average: 0.4
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
324 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 82 | 0 | 82 | 25,160 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 22 | 0 | 22 | 7,901 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 19 | 0 | 19 | 5,757 | 92 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,440 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 9 | 1 | 10 | 3,561 | 68 | 74% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,013 | 80 | 87% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,372 | 90 | 98% | 10 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,345 | 89 | 97% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,631 | 80 | 87% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,422 | 75 | 82% | 7.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 863 | 76 | 83% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 835 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 2 | 0 | 2 | 561 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 501 | 63 | 68% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 319 | 41 | 45% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 268 | 79 | 86% | 2.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
67% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
28% of new residents, often for short stays.
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Sun Towers Retirement Community based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Room Sizes: 264 / 336 / 406 / 528 / 654 / 684 / 702 / 792 / 1026 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
0.8 miles from city center
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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Sun Towers Retirement Community is located in Sun City Center, Florida.
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| Sun Towers Retirement Community |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Sun City Center | 286 | 94.2% | +12% | 3.76 | -35% | -7% | $0 | 11 | 3.7 | - | 126 | A+ | 54 | Sak Jr. LLC | $24.4M | $12.0M | 49.1% | 105319 | ||||
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Sun City Center (Arbors At Freedom Plaza) | 224 | 90.2% | +7% | 4.84 | -25% | +20% | $0 | 19 | 6.3 | - | 99 | - | 8 | Christopher Grella | $61.4M | $21.1M | 34.3% | 105866 |
The team at Sun Towers Retirement Community speaks English, Other, and Spanish.
The legal owner and operator of Sun Towers Retirement Community is Sun City Center Associates, Ltd.(L.p.).
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.
According to FL state health department records, Sun Towers Retirement Community's license number is 4991.
According to FL state health department records, Sun Towers Retirement Community's license expires on May 6, 2027.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Sun Towers Retirement Community on this page.
Sun Towers Retirement Community accepts Other and VA.
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