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Watercrest Buena Vista
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · The Villages, FL
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Watercrest Buena Vista

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · The Villages, FL
5867 E County Rd 466, The Villages, FL 32162 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Watercrest Buena Vista

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An exceptional senior lifestyle awaits. Welcome to Watercrest Buena Vista, a senior living community nestled in central Florida. Here, retirement takes on a new meaning. Their luxurious residence is designed to offer a resort-style service, providing senior residents with the care and attention they deserve.

This senior living community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and or Memory Care, and offers all the comforts of home, health and wellness amenities, exquisite social gathering spaces, and outstanding caregivers dedicated to extraordinary care. Ask about The Villages’ exceptional selection of recreation facilities and parks, social clubs, and activities. Come experience the comfort, elegance, and exceptional living offered at Watercrest Buena Vista.

 

Assisted Living Facility # 13149
Facility Direct Line (352) 604-3164
Facility Direct Line (352) 604-3164 buenavista@watercrestseniorliving.com
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Bed community size
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 37 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Awards

Deficiency-Free Badge
Best in Senior Living
Independent Living Activities Enrichment Year
Independent Living Feels Like Home Year

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceApril 1, 2025
ExpirationSeptember 9, 2027
CountySumter
License Number13149
RCFE Number13149

Ownership & Operating Entity

Watercrest Buena Vista is legally operated by PX SHS Buena Vista Operator, LLC, and administered by Jennifer Butler.

Management CompanyWATERCREST COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT, LLC
Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
130 units
Total beds
130 units

Staffing

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

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
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pool
Verandas
Rooftop Social Area
Inviting Outdoor Living Spaces
Exquisite Social Gathering Areas
Dining Venues
Bar & Lounge
Game Room
Grab & Go Market
Community Center
Theater
Salon Services
Massage
Transportation Services
Maintenance And Housekeeping Services
Utilities Including Cable Tv And Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly Environment
Activities
Specific ProgramsSpa W, Fitness, Therapy Services, Signature Program Offerings

Pricing & Financial Information

Independent Living from$4500 per month
Assisted Living from$4900 per month
Memory Care from$6695 per month

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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 2019 · 7 years of data 16 citations 17 inspections
Inspection Score Info 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

15 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection score: 98 out of 100. Letter grade A+. 15 points above the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Legal Actions Info Formal stipulations and orders filed by Florida regulators against this facility, including fines and total monetary penalties.

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg
  • Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
    $0
    vs $11.6k
    ↓ 100% lower than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 7 years (since 2019).

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 2019 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (52% below)
• Citations per year (51% below)
• Citations per inspection (31% below)
• Inspections with citations (88% below)
• Inspection citation rate (81% below)
Latest Inspection January 16, 2025 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. 1633 This facility has 52% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (16 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 52% better Rank #223 / 907 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 223rd out of 907 homes in Florida for Total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2019. 2.34.7 This facility has 51% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2.3 vs. FL avg 4.7).↓ 51% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.91.3 This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better Rank #55 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 55th out of 907 homes in Florida for Citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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. 1726 This facility has had 35% fewer total inspections than the Florida average (17 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 35% fewer
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 216 This facility has 88% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 88% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 12%62% This facility has 50 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (12% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 50% better Rank #65 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 65th out of 907 homes in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

  • Most recent inspection on January 16, 2025, found no deficiencies and no complaints were substantiated.
  • A single Class 3 deficiency for records maintenance was cited in April 2019 but was later corrected with no repeat findings.
  • Inspections from 2018 through 2025 mostly reported no deficiencies, showing consistent compliance over time.
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Jennifer Butler

Executive Director

Activities in this home

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

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from The Villages's city center to Watercrest Buena Vista's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Watercrest Buena Vista is located in The Villages, 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).
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Watercrest Buena Vista

What languages are spoken at Watercrest Buena Vista?

The team at Watercrest Buena Vista speaks English.

Who is the owner of Watercrest Buena Vista?

Watercrest Buena Vista is legally operated by PX SHS Buena Vista Operator, LLC, and administered by Jennifer Butler.

Is Watercrest Buena Vista in a walkable area?

Watercrest Buena Vista has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Watercrest Buena Vista?

According to FL state health department records, Watercrest Buena Vista's license number is 13149.

When does Watercrest Buena Vista's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Watercrest Buena Vista's license expires on September 9, 2027.

Does Watercrest Buena Vista have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Watercrest Buena Vista on this page.

Are pets allowed at Watercrest Buena Vista?

Yes, Watercrest Buena Vista allows residents to bring their pets.

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