Discovery Village at the Forum
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Fort Myers, FL
Discovery Village at the Forum
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Fort Myers, FL
Overview of Discovery Village at the Forum
An exceptional senior living experience awaits at Discovery Village At The Forum, nestled in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida, where a carefree lifestyle brims with companionship, joy, and a plethora of enriching activities. The beautifully appointed apartment homes at Discovery Village showcase lavish details such as granite counters, designer flooring, and custom closet systems, accompanied by state-of-the-art keyless door access cards for added security and convenience. Yet, it’s not just about luxurious interiors; the Grande Clubhouse beckons residents with its graceful dining spaces, club rooms, and various captivating activities. Independent Living offers a selection of floor plans for those who relish independence, from the spacious St. John Two Bedroom to the cozy Aruba Two Bedroom. Assisted Living extends personalized care, 24-hour nursing, and an onsite Medicare-certified Home Healthcare Agency for those seeking additional support.
The thoughtfully designed SHINE® Memory Care caters to residents facing dementia challenges, emphasizing engagement and enjoyment in a warm and compassionate setting. Transportation is seamless, managed by the attentive concierge staff, handling everything from dinner reservations to heartfelt gestures like sending flowers to loved ones. Step into this resort-style community with outdoor dining areas, poolside cabanas, a bar and bistro, fitness facilities, a cinema, and a beauty parlor. At Discovery Village At The Forum, seniors thrive amidst a world of comfort, camaraderie, and endless possibilities. Beyond exquisite apartments, Discovery Village spoils residents with exclusive lifestyle programs. From delectable chef-prepared meals served on elegant chinaware to vibrant events like BINGO and the Discovery Singing Club, life here is an extraordinary experience. Impeccable housekeeping maintains a sparkling home while the dedicated health and wellness team attends to physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
AL License #12420
150-bed community Rank #135 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 135th out of 1074 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #1403 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1403rd out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 27, 2025
ExpirationAugust 26, 2027
CountyLee
License Number12420
Discovery Village at the Forum is legally operated by Britton (forum) Llc, and administrated by Julia M Torres.
Management CompanyAMERICAN TRUST SENIOR CARE, LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Private
150 units
Total beds
150 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
English
Spanish
ContactMs. Gina Campos, Managing Member
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Poolside Cabanas
Bailey’s Bar And Bistro
Silver Cinema
Housekeeping Service
Scheduled Transportation
Chef-Prepared Meals
Vibrant Social Scene
Activities And Events
Specific ProgramsActive Independent Living, SHINE® Memory Care, Sensations Dining, Celebrations Activities, Dimensions Health & Fitness, Expressions Concierge, Impressions Housekeeping & Maintenance, Connections Transportation, Military Veterans Program, FlexChoice Personalization, FitCamp, Ambassadors Club, Be Our Guest
Operating HoursMo,Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa,Su 00:00-23:59
Food DescriptionResidents enjoy chef-prepared meals daily as part of the dining program.
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 2014 · 12 years of data
40 citations
33 inspections
2 fines
$2.5K fined
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
1 point above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #474 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 474th out of 876 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 84 out of 100. Letter grade B. 1 point 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-
2vs 5 avg↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
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$2.5kvs $11.6k↓ 78% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 12 years (since 2014).
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 2014 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
5 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (21% above)
• Citations per year (18% above)
• Total inspections (27% above)
• Inspections with citations (56% above)
• Inspection citation rate (23% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (8% below)
• Total citations (21% above)
• Citations per year (18% above)
• Total inspections (27% above)
• Inspections with citations (56% above)
• Inspection citation rate (23% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (8% below)
Latest Inspection
October 2, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 40 | 33 | This facility has 21% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (40 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 21% worse Rank #612 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 612th 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. |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2014.
| 3.3 | 2.8 | This facility has 18% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.3 vs. FL avg 2.8).↑ 18% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.2 | 1.3 | This facility has 8% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.2 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 8% better Rank #458 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 458th 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
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 33 | 26 | This facility has 27% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (33 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 27% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 25 | 16 | This facility has 56% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (25 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 56% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 76% | 62% | This facility has 14 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (76% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 14% worse Rank #789 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 789th 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 October 2, 2025, cited six Class 3 deficiencies in resident care, medication, staffing, and training.
- Complaint investigations on August 19 and July 23, 2024, found no deficiencies, showing some compliance improvement.
- Repeated Class 3 deficiencies in staffing and training appeared in multiple inspections from 2014 through 2025 without resolution.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Gardening
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Discovery Village at the Forum
Discovery Village At The Forum 1Bed C
Discovery Village At The Forum 1 Bed B
Discovery Village At The Forum 1 Bed
Discovery Village At The Forum 2 Bed
Catalina Floor Plan
Nevis Floor Plan
Redona Floor Plan
St. Vincent Floor Plan
Bonaire Floor Plan
St. Martin Floor Plan
Grenada Floor Plan
St. John Floor Plan
Aruba Floor Plan
Grand Cayman Floor Plan
Dominica Premier Floor Plan
St. Lucia Grand Floor Plan
St. Thomas Grand Floor Plan
Martinique Luxury Floor Plan
The Antigua Floor Plan
St. Croix Grande Floor Plan
Monaco Executive Floor Plan
Montserrat Executive Floor Plan
Places of interest near Discovery Village at the Forum
5.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fort Myers's city center to Discovery Village at the Forum's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.44 miles to nearest hospital (GenesisCare)
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Assisted Living in Florida
Discovery Village at the Forum is located in Fort Myers, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Florida.
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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FL AVG
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FL AVG
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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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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. | Fort Myers | 155
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155
FL AVG
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Rank
#126 / 1074 | Yes |
52
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FL AVG
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Rank
#484 / 1486 | Britton (Forum) Trs LLC | 83
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83
FL AVG
83
Rank
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FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#443 / 919 | 33
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33
FL AVG
33
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#514 / 919 | 1.8
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1.3
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| Discovery Commons Cypress Point |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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. | Fort Myers | 155
Facility
155
FL AVG
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Rank
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56
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FL AVG
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Rank
#407 / 1486 | Britton (Forum) Trs LLC | 83
Facility
83
FL AVG
83
Rank
#496 / 876 | 18 | 55.6%
Facility
55.6%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#443 / 919 | 33
Facility
33
FL AVG
33
Rank
#514 / 919 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
FL AVG
1.3
Rank
#812 / 919 | For-Profit | $10,000 | Michelle Villarreal | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Discovery Village at the Forum |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fort Myers (The Forum) | 150
Facility
150
FL AVG
89
Rank
#135 / 1074 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
FL AVG
40
Rank
#1403 / 1486 | Britton (Forum) LLC | 84
Facility
84
FL AVG
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Rank
#474 / 876 | 33 | 75.8%
Facility
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FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#789 / 919 | 40
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FL AVG
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Rank
#612 / 919 | 1.2
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Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Village at the Forum
What neighborhood is Discovery Village at the Forum in?
Discovery Village at the Forum is in the The Forum neighborhood of Fort Myers.
What languages are spoken at Discovery Village at the Forum?
The team at Discovery Village at the Forum speaks English and Spanish.
Who is the owner of Discovery Village at the Forum?
The legal owner and operator of Discovery Village at the Forum is Britton (Forum) Llc.
Is Discovery Village at the Forum in a walkable area?
Discovery Village at the Forum has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Discovery Village at the Forum?
According to FL state health department records, Discovery Village at the Forum's license number is 12420.
When does Discovery Village at the Forum's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Discovery Village at the Forum's license expires on August 26, 2027.
Does Discovery Village at the Forum have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Discovery Village at the Forum on this page.
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