Lehigh Acres

Overview of Lehigh Acres

Located in Lehigh Acres, Florida, Lehigh Acres Assisted Living stands as a dedicated senior living community offering Assisted Living and Respite Care for seniors in the area. Committed to enhancing the lives of its residents, the community provides a variety of age-friendly amenities, including a dynamic senior center and numerous assisted living facilities. Being a pet-friendly community, Lehigh Acres Assisted Living creates a welcoming environment for residents and their furry companions.

A diverse range of activities and events ensures residents stay engaged and active, fostering both mental and physical well-being. Organizing engaging excursions, such as scenic outings in the Fort Myers area, the community encourages everyone to thrive and enjoy a fulfilling retirement. Lehigh Acres Assisted Living presents one-bedroom and studio apartments designed to offer privacy and ample space for personal items. Conveniently located steps away from amenities, activities, and dining options, these living spaces are complemented by lovely outdoor areas where residents can relax, socialize, and bask in the fresh air and sunshine. Set in a prime location, this community emerges as an ideal retirement option for seniors who appreciate the outdoors, offering a vibrant and supportive community for residents to call home.

(239) 368-2500

42-bed community

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

Walk Score: 64 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusIn Review

IssuanceFebruary 19, 2024

ExpirationAugust 17, 2025

CountyLee

License Number9098

Lehigh Acres is legally operated by Lehigh Acres Al, Llc, and administrated by Elizabeth Owen.

Management CompanyAMERICAN TRUST SENIOR CARE, LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

42 units

Total beds

42 units

Staffing

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

Creole English Spanish

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 41 citations 27 inspections 2 fines $4.5K fined

Inspection Score

1 point below 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

Fines Total number of fines issued.
2
vs 5 avg
↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$4.5k
vs $11.6k
↓ 61% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 13 years (since 2013).

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 2013 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection September 4, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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.	41	33	This facility has 24% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (41 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 24% worse Rank #631 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 631st 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 2013.	3.2	2.5	This facility has 28% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.2 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 28% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.5	1.3	This facility has 15% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.5 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 15% worse Rank #695 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 695th 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.	27	26	This facility has 4% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (27 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 4% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	16	16	This facility has inspections with citations in line with the Florida average (16 vs. FL avg 16).— At avg
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	59%	62%	This facility has 3 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (59% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 3% better Rank #517 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 517th 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.

September 4, 2025 inspection found no deficiencies and no complaints were substantiated.
Several past inspections cited deficiencies that were corrected on site or cleared by follow-up surveys.
Deficiency themes over time included documentation and resident care, with a pattern of mixed findings and improvements.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 288 / 324 / 360 / 410 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Activities in this home

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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Lehigh Acres

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14.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lehigh Acres's city center to Lehigh Acres's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.83 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at Lehigh Regional Medical Center)

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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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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).


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Lehigh Acres	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. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Lehigh Acres (Alabama)	42 Facility 42 FL AVG 89 Rank #804 / 1074	Yes	64 Facility 64 FL AVG 40 Rank #291 / 1486	Lehigh Acres Al, LLC	82 Facility 82 FL AVG 83 Rank #530 / 876	27	59.3% Facility 59.3% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #517 / 919	41 Facility 41 FL AVG 33 Rank #631 / 919	1.5 Facility 1.5 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #695 / 919	For-Profit	$4,500	Elizabeth Owen	Studio / 1 Bed	-

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What neighborhood is Lehigh Acres in?

Lehigh Acres is in the Alabama neighborhood of Lehigh Acres.

What languages are spoken at Lehigh Acres?

The team at Lehigh Acres speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Lehigh Acres?

The legal owner and operator of Lehigh Acres is Lehigh Acres Al, Llc.

Is Lehigh Acres in a walkable area?

Lehigh Acres has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Lehigh Acres?

According to FL state health department records, Lehigh Acres's license number is 9098.

When does Lehigh Acres's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Lehigh Acres's license expires on August 17, 2025.

What payment types does Lehigh Acres accept?

Lehigh Acres accepts Medicaid.

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