United Church Homes – Sterling Place

Overview of United Church Homes – Sterling Place

Located in Lakeland, Florida, United Church Homes – Sterling Place is an independent living community about 5. 5 miles from the city center. The three-story building offers private and semi-private apartments, giving residents a choice of living arrangements while remaining part of one community.

Each apartment has air conditioning, individual climate control, and a cable hookup. There’s also a fully equipped kitchen, so residents can prepare their own meals and manage their daily routines. Wheelchair-accessible features and handrails throughout the building support safe and independent movement. The community also provides housekeeping and landscaping services, reducing the need for residents to manage routine household chores.

Residents have access to a laundry room, recreation room, on-site parking, and organized social and recreational activities. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after they move in. The area has a Walk Score of 53 out of 100, which means it’s moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, while other trips require driving.

United Church Homes – Sterling Place is an independent living community designed for residents who want to maintain their own lifestyle while benefiting from community amenities, dining, and social activities. The focus is on supporting independence rather than providing personal or medical care.

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Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #473 / 1487Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 473rd 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.

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Independent Living in Florida

United Church Homes – Sterling Place is located in Lakeland, 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
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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.
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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 United Church Homes – Sterling Place

Is United Church Homes – Sterling Place in a walkable area?

United Church Homes – Sterling Place has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at United Church Homes – Sterling Place?

Yes, United Church Homes – Sterling Place allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of United Church Homes – Sterling Place?

Yes — there are 4 photos of United Church Homes – Sterling Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of United Church Homes – Sterling Place?

United Church Homes – Sterling Place is located at 600 Old Combee Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809.

What is the phone number of United Church Homes – Sterling Place?

(863) 859-7856 will put you in contact with the team at United Church Homes – Sterling Place.

Does United Church Homes – Sterling Place provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — United Church Homes – Sterling Place is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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