Westminster Palms

Overview of Westminster Palms

Westminster Palms in Historic Old Northeast St. Petersburg embodies a vision of active senior living immersed in arts, culture, and natural beauty. The community offers spacious residences with stunning views, fabulous amenities, and an enriched lifestyle through the My W Life program. Residents enjoy exclusive benefits at local attractions like the Museum of Fine Arts, complemented by state-of-the-art fitness facilities, dining options, and a vibrant schedule of resident events.

Amidst St. Petersburg’s cultural renaissance, Westminster Palms invites residents to embrace an enriching lifestyle. It features wellness programs, restaurant-style dining, and lifelong learning opportunities. With a prime location near museums, parks, and dining districts, residents have endless opportunities to explore and engage in the vibrant surroundings of Historic Old Northeast.

(727) 894-2102

60-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 74 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

AwardsChoice Community Award from Holleran Consulting

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 15, 2025

ExpirationJuly 14, 2027

CountyPinellas

License Number5338

Westminster Palms is legally operated by Palm Shores Retirement Community, Inc., and administrated by Elizabeth Kinsella.

Management CompanyWESTMINSTER SERVICES, INC.

Profit StatusNot-For-Profit

Private

60 units

Total beds

60 units

Staffing

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

ContactMs. Nancy Hobson, Administrator

Rehabilitation Services

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Memory Support

Pets Allowed

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Maintenance-Free Living

Pet-Friendly Environment

Wellness Programs

Specific ProgramsSupportive Services

Volunteer ProgramsYes

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 14 citations 15 inspections

Inspection Score

13 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Legal Actions Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg

Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$0
vs $11.6k
↓ 100% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 7 years (since 2019).

Inspection Scorecard 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 2019 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection September 10, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	14	33	This facility has 58% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (14 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 58% better Rank #201 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 201st out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2019.	2	4.7	This facility has 57% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2 vs. FL avg 4.7).↓ 57% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.9	1.3	This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better Rank #64 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 64th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	15	26	This facility has 42% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (15 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 42% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	6	16	This facility has 63% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (6 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 63% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	40%	62%	This facility has 22 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (40% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 22% better Rank #220 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 220th out of 919 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 919 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

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

The most recent inspection on September 10, 2025, found no deficiencies during both complaint and standard surveys.
The April 8, 2024 complaint inspection cited two deficiencies involving medication recordkeeping and Alzheimer’s/dementia staff training.
Earlier inspections showed repeated deficiencies in staffing standards, staff training, and emergency management planning between 2019 and 2021.

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Activities in this home

Arts and Crafts
Exercise Classes
Games & Cards
Music Programs
Social Events & Outings
Theater & Movies

1.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from St. Petersburg's city center to Westminster Palms's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.35 miles to nearest hospital (St. Anthony's Hospital)

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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).

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

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.

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).

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).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

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Westminster Shores	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). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	St. Petersburg (Bahama Shores)	103 Facility 103 FL AVG 90 Rank #429 / 1073	No	2 Facility 2 FL AVG 40 Rank #1402 / 1485	Westminster Shores, Inc.	20	50% Facility 50% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #341 / 919	18 Facility 18 FL AVG 33 Rank #263 / 919	0.9 Facility 0.9 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #64 / 919	Not-For-Profit	$3,500	Laura Pesano	-	-
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Westminster Palms	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	St. Petersburg (Historic Old Northeast)	60 Facility 60 FL AVG 90 Rank #698 / 1073	No	74 Facility 74 FL AVG 40 Rank #164 / 1485	Palm Shores Retirement Community, Inc.	15	40% Facility 40% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #220 / 919	14 Facility 14 FL AVG 33 Rank #201 / 919	0.9 Facility 0.9 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #64 / 919	Not-For-Profit	-	Elizabeth Kinsella	-	A+

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What neighborhood is Westminster Palms in?

Westminster Palms is in the Historic Old Northeast neighborhood of St. Petersburg.

What languages are spoken at Westminster Palms?

The team at Westminster Palms speaks English.

Who is the owner of Westminster Palms?

The legal owner and operator of Westminster Palms is Palm Shores Retirement Community, Inc..

Is Westminster Palms in a walkable area?

Westminster Palms has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Westminster Palms?

According to FL state health department records, Westminster Palms's license number is 5338.

When does Westminster Palms's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Westminster Palms's license expires on July 14, 2027.

What payment types does Westminster Palms accept?

Westminster Palms accepts Other.

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