The Inn at Freedom Square

Assisted Living in Florida

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Inn at Freedom Square

Assisted Living in Florida

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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The Inn at Freedom Square accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Inn at Freedom Square

The Inn at Freedom Square is a senior living community located in Seminole, Florida. It offers a blend of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. The community is designed to provide a comfortable and engaging environment for residents.
(727) 398-0379

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 9.3% Above FL avg.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 26.2% Above FL avg.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 7.2% Above FL avg.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 29.7% Below FL avg.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Florida state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 14m per day
This facility Florida avg (4h 25m per day)
vs Florida avg
-4%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 58m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.

Higher occupancy than the Florida average: 84.3%
Occupancy rate 86.5%
Avg. Length of Stay 45 days
Occupancy rate
86.5%
Avg. Length of Stay
45 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

65% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$46.9M
Profit
$1.4M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$46.9M
Profit
$1.4M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$17.5M
37.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$28.0M
Total costs $45.5M
Bed community size
200-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
CountyPinellas
License Number4759
CMS Certification Number106042

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Inn at Freedom Square is administrated by Shelly Craddock.

Owner NameCCRC OPCO FREEDOM SQUARE LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Kitchenette
Kitchen
Outside Patio
Outside Common Area
Salon
Garden
Piano
Enclosed Courtyard
Library
Arts And Crafts Room

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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.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 15 years.

32 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Results

6 with citations

0 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date August 25, 2025
Complaint

32 total citations

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

Florida average: 33 citations

1.0 citations per inspection

Florida average: 1.3 citations per inspection

30 deficiencies

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

0 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $0.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for The Inn at Freedom Square

The most recent inspection on August 25, 2025, found no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed a history of no deficiencies, with occasional citations related to staffing, records, and background screening that were later corrected. Prior deficiencies mainly involved documentation issues and compliance with background screening requirements, with no fines or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated or did not result in deficiencies. The inspection record indicates consistent compliance with some isolated issues in the past that have not recurred recently.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

State average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Feb 2024

Total health citations
16

State average 19.7

Citations per inspection
5.33

State average 4.48


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 16 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.8


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info State average: 0.8

0 serious citations More info State average: 0.4

16 moderate citations More info State average: 18.4

0 minor citations More info State average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Feb 08, 2024
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

The Inn at Freedom Square is located in SEMINOLE, 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).
FL

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).
FL

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

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
FL

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

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 209
Employees 177
Contractors 32
Staff to resident ratio 1.95:1
29% better than Florida average

Florida average ratio: 1.52:1

Avg staff/day 71
Average shift 7.2 hours
9% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 46,544
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 22
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 23
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 94
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

9.9%

4,631 contractor hours this quarter

Respiratory Therapy Technician: 8 Physical Therapy Assistant: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant9409423,37091100%7.2
Registered Nurse220225,91491100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse230235,54491100%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist110112,0347582%7.4
RN Director of Nursing120121,8026571%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0771,3868492%6.8
Speech Language Pathologist0771,1986571%6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0881,1017987%7
Dietitian5057249099%7.1
Nurse Practitioner2026085662%8
Mental Health Service Worker3034936167%8.1
Administrator1014886167%8
Physical Therapy Aide0554654549%6.8
Qualified Social Worker0444576571%6.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1014405560%8
Other Social Services Staff1012714651%5.9
Dental Services Staff2022262932%7.8
Medical Director0112433%8
94 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
22 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
23 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 82%
12 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 71%
7 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 92%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 71%
8 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 87%
5 Dietitian
% of Days 99%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 67%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 49%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 60%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 51%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 32%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 107
Medicare
28
26.2% of residents
Medicaid
31
29% of residents
Private pay or other
48
44.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.4
54% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 7.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 20.3
64% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.2%
45% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 10.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 28.9%
123% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 16.8%
24% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 13.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.8%
5% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.4%
37% better than Florida average

Florida average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.7%
315% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 0.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.0%
17% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 3.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.8%
40% better than Florida average

Florida average: 8.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 97.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 99.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.3%
5% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.7%

Penalties and fines

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

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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