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?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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Overview of The Colonnade at Carrollwood

The Colonnade at Carrollwood is a premier senior living community located in a quiet neighborhood in Tampa, FL offering assisted living services. The community provides various floor plans including spacious studios and elegant one-bedroom apartments. With 24/7 care and assistance, the Colonnade at Carrollwood ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Through the exclusive HEARTS Welcoming Program, seniors receive the warmest welcome to keep their worries at bay.

Fostering a learning environment, the SRI University conducts university-style classes that cover various subjects including the Art of Being Happy. The community enhances the seniors’ physical, mental, and emotional health through fun and active activities and programs. The culinary team serves freshly made nutritious meals thrice daily to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The Colonnade at Carroll ensures its residents’ entertainment and leisure through its wonderful amenities including a media room with TV, a library, a fitness center, a bistro, a beauty salon and barber shop, club rooms, and aesthetic courtyards.

(813) 590-6615

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

120-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

2 years in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 28 / 100

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

Payment Types

Insurance And/or Hmo

Medicaid

Other

About this community

License details

Facility type

Assisted Living Facility

Status

Licensed

Issuance January 30, 2024

Expiration January 29, 2026

County: Hillsborough

Additional licensing details

License number: 9134

Ownership & operating entity

The Colonnade at Carrollwood is legally operated by SH CARROLLWOOD, LLC, and administrated by MARIBEL VAZQUEZ.

Management company: SRI MANAGEMENT, LLC

Profit status: For-Profit

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Cooking Classes
Dancing
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Gardening
Music Programs
Shopping
Social Events & Outings

What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 55

Pets Allowed: Yes

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Single story building

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed

528 sq. ft

Results

13 with citations

10 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

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Latest inspection

Date:August 13, 2025

Type:Complaint

21 total citations

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

Florida average: 33 citations

14 deficiencies

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

2 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $950.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

April 26, 2019: Fine resulted from Reporting.
A fine of $450.00 was formally imposed on September 24, 2019.
April 1, 2016: Fine resulted from Reporting.
A fine of $500.00 was formally imposed on February 6, 2017.

Inspection Report Summary for The Colonnade at Carrollwood

The most recent inspection on August 13, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of occasional Class 3 deficiencies related primarily to staff training, medication management, admissions assessments, and resident care procedures. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated, with no enforcement actions or fines listed in the available reports. Prior citations involved issues such as Alzheimer’s disease training, medication assistance, and staffing standards, but these were addressed over time. The facility’s record suggests improvement, with recent inspections consistently free of deficiencies.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

General: Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand; waitlists common.

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

General: Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).

Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).

FL Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

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

The Colonnade at Carrollwood

The Colonnade at Carrollwood

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Payment Types

About this community

License details

Additional licensing details

Ownership & operating entity

Staffing

Languages Spoken

Additional Policies & Features

Activities in this home

What does this home offer?

Type of Rooms Available

Inspection History

23 visits/inspections

Results

Latest inspection

21 total citations

14 deficiencies

2 fines

Total amount fined: $950.00

2 Legal actions

Inspection Report Summary for The Colonnade at Carrollwood

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Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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