The Club at Bartow

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The Club at Bartow accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, Veteran Affairs Benefits, and Workers Compensation.

Overview of The Club at Bartow

At The Club at Bartow in Polk County, FL, a fulfilling lifestyle awaits in this tight-knit community. The Club at Bartow aims to provide a loving atmosphere where members, visitors, and staff members feel like family, fostering a sense of warmth and encouragement. Thrive at Home is our brand promise that ensures every individual receives the right support needed to thrive, whether they are mostly independent or require assistance with daily activities. We are able to do this by providing a proactive health model with onsite access to third party providers including primary care and specialty physicians, outpatient physical and occupational therapy and home health services. In addition to our assisted living services, we offer respite and adult day care options.

Members at The Club at Bartow enjoy many assisted living amenities and engaging activities to enhance their purpose and quality of life. From organized art classes to happy hours, brain games, and fitness classes, there is something to indulge every interest. The community prides itself on its comfortable environment, where members can socialize with neighbors or enjoy solitary activities in the privacy of their apartments. With professional staff members always nearby to provide assistance and a continuum of care services available, members can thrive at home, knowing that their evolving needs will be met with compassion and support.

Bed community size
36-bed community Rank #827 / 1058Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 827th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #726 / 1487Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 726th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceDecember 17, 2024
ExpirationDecember 16, 2026
CountyPolk
License Number9888

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Club at Bartow is legally operated by Aus Senior Living At Bartow LLC, and administered by Kaitlin Stapleton.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
36 units
Total beds
36 units

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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 2014 · 12 years of data 43 citations 32 inspections 1 fine $4.0K fined
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 assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

At the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #496 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 496th 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: 83 out of 100. Letter grade B. At the Florida average for assisted living residences (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 2014 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (30% above)
• Inspections with citations (38% above)
• Inspection citation rate (11% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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 assisted living residence (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. 1.31.3 This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg Rank #545 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 545th 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. 3226 This facility has had 23% more total inspections than the Florida average (32 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 23% more
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 2216 This facility has 38% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (22 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 38% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 69%62% This facility has 7 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (69% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 7% worse Rank #669 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 669th 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 May 27, 2025, found no deficiencies.
  • The April 14, 2025 inspection cited two Class 3 deficiencies for staffing standards and emergency management planning.
  • Earlier inspections showed recurring Class 3 deficiencies in staffing, training, dietary standards, and resident care supervision, including a severity 2 citation in June 2023.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

The Club at Bartow is located in Bartow, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
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).
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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 The Club at Bartow

What languages are spoken at The Club at Bartow?

The team at The Club at Bartow speaks English.

Who is the owner of The Club at Bartow?

The Club at Bartow is legally operated by Aus Senior Living At Bartow LLC, and administered by Kaitlin Stapleton.

Is The Club at Bartow in a walkable area?

The Club at Bartow has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Club at Bartow?

According to FL state health department records, The Club at Bartow's license number is 9888.

When does The Club at Bartow's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, The Club at Bartow's license expires on December 16, 2026.

Are pets allowed at The Club at Bartow?

Yes, The Club at Bartow allows residents to bring their pets.

What payment types does The Club at Bartow accept?

The Club at Bartow accepts CHAMPUS, Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, Other, VA, and Workers Compensation.

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