Vitality Living Lake Forest
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Seminole County, FL

Vitality Living Lake Forest

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Seminole County, FL

Overview of Vitality Living Lake Forest

Vitality Living Lake Forest is an assisted living community in Oklahoma that caters to seniors in need of assistance and memory care benefits. They aim to redefine aging with their three pillars that are the center of their service; through their youthful, energetic, and purposeful environment– seniors are able to live in a community that is enriching for personal growth. Vitality Living Lake Forest is a tightly-knit community with a deepened connection between residents and staff– enabling them to create meaningful relationships that will add to the feeling of belonging and a sense of home.

Their lifestyle options are catered to the needs of each individual, but with the seamless integration of having access to the building features– while all together striving for an independent lifestyle.

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Types of Care at Vitality Living Lake Forest

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
220-bed community Rank #31 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st out of 1065 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #701 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 701st out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Awards

AwardsArgentum Best of the Best Award for 2024

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 22, 2025
ExpirationDecember 21, 2027
CountySeminole
License Number10233
RCFE Number10233

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vitality Living Lake Forest is legally operated by Lake Forest Owner Llc, and administrated by Karen Crisco.

Management CompanyVITALITY SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT, LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
220 units
Total beds
220 units

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsEmergency alert system, nurse call systems in every room.
Safety Features24 hour security system.

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Studio
One- And Two-Bedroom Options
Kitchenette With Refrigerator And Microwave
Walk-In Shower
Fob-Activated Apartment Door With Automatic Locking
Individual Thermostat Control
Small Pets Welcome
Licensed Nurse Available 24 Hours A Day
Emergency Pendant With Staff Available To Assist 24 Hours A Day
Personal Service Plan
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance Available 24 Hours A Day
Ambulation And Escort Services
Ongoing Monitoring Of Resident’s Health Status
Weekly Housekeeping Services
Game And Entertainment Room
Private Dining Room
Outdoor Dining Space
Pet-Friendly Environment
Reserved Resident Parking
Parking – Surface
Courtyard With Walking Paths
Private And Secure Safe For Personal Items
Laundry And Linen Services
Three Freshly Prepared Meals Served Daily
Specially Designed Exercise And Fitness Programs
Daily Programs
Events
And Outings
Transportation Services Available
Concierge Services
On-Site Physical Therapy
Library
Salon And Beauty Shop
Worship Space
Resident Garden Space
Movie Theater
Fitness Center
Art Gallery
Wi-Fi
ActivitiesDaily programs, events, and outings.
Religious ServicesYes
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

Pricing & Financial Information

Memory Care Studio$5,100 per month
Assisted Living Studio$3,450 per month
Assisted Living One Bedroom$3,875 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree freshly prepared meals served daily, with all-day dining available.

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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.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 105 citations 80 inspections 23 fines $52.6K fined

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 5 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (218% above)
• Citations per year (217% above)
• Total inspections (208% above)
• Inspections with citations (294% above)
• Inspection citation rate (27% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection October 22, 2024 Complaint Investigation

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 10533 This facility has 218% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (105 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 218% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 26.38.3 This facility has 217% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (26.3 vs. FL avg 8.3).↑ 217% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.31.3 This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 8026 This facility has 208% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (80 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 208% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 6316 This facility has 294% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (63 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 294% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 79%62% This facility has 17 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (79% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 17% worse

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

VITALITY LIVING LAKE FOREST was inspected on 2024-08-21, with a status of Deficiencies Corrected. During the reporting period from 2012-05-30 to 2024-10-22, the facility underwent a total of 77 inspections, all of which resulted in deficiencies being cited. The inspections uncovered a total of 96 line-item deficiencies, with common themes emerging in records/documentation and resident care/rights areas. Notably, corrections were made following each inspection, indicating that the facility has taken steps to address these issues.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Activities in this home

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Vitality Living Lake Forest

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sanford's city center to Vitality Living Lake Forest's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.7 miles to nearest hospital (Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Vitality Living Lake Forest is located in Sanford, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vitality Living Lake Forest

What neighborhood is Vitality Living Lake Forest in?

Vitality Living Lake Forest is in the Sanford neighborhood of Sanford.

What languages are spoken at Vitality Living Lake Forest?

The team at Vitality Living Lake Forest speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Vitality Living Lake Forest?

The legal owner and operator of Vitality Living Lake Forest is Lake Forest Owner Llc.

Is Vitality Living Lake Forest in a walkable area?

Vitality Living Lake Forest has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Vitality Living Lake Forest?

According to FL state health department records, Vitality Living Lake Forest's license number is 10233.

When does Vitality Living Lake Forest's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Vitality Living Lake Forest's license expires on December 21, 2027.

Does Vitality Living Lake Forest have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Vitality Living Lake Forest on this page.

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