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Assisted Living in Fort Myers

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.

Lehigh Acres

Assisted Living in Fort Myers

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.

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

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.
2/5
Florida average: 3.7/5
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.
1/5
Florida average: 3.2/5
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.
3/5
Florida average: 3.7/5
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.
5/5
Florida average: 4.3/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 31m per day

This home provides 20% less nursing time per resident than the Florida average.

Florida average: 4h 25m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 42

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Florida average
Occupancy rate 91.5%
Residents per day (avg) 119
Occupancy rate
91.5%
Residents per day (avg)
119

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.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

70% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$19.1M
Profit
$423.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$19.1M
Profit
$423.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.1M
32.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.6M
Total costs $18.7M
Bed community size
42-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Payment Types

Medicaid

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
In line with Florida average
Occupied beds
38 / 42
Average residents 108 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceFebruary 19, 2024
ExpirationAugust 17, 2025
CountyLee

Additional Licensing Details

License Number9098

Ownership & Operating Entity

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

Management CompanyAMERICAN TRUST SENIOR CARE, LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

Creole English Spanish

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Activities in this home

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Types of Care at Lehigh Acres

Assisted Living Respite Care

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.

24 visits/inspections

Results

13 with citations

11 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date September 4, 2025
Complaint Investigation

34 total citations

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

Florida average: 33 citations

2 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $4,500.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for Lehigh Acres

The most recent inspection on September 4, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a mix of findings, with some reports citing deficiencies and others noting no issues or corrections made. The main themes of deficiencies in prior inspections involved general compliance areas, though no specific categories were consistently noted. There were no complaint investigations reported in the available records. The inspection history shows a variable pattern with improvements evident in the latest report.

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Address 14.9 miles from city center — 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, Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

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

~$2,000/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

~$2,829/month (individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds).

~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

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

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

~$1,004/month (individual, including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

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

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

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

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