Brookdale Lake Orienta
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Altamonte Springs, FL

Brookdale Lake Orienta

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Altamonte Springs, FL

Overview of Brookdale Lake Orienta

Brookdale Lake Orienta is a luxury senior living community located in the scenic neighborhood of Altamonte Springs, Florida, offering a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents benefit from a continuum of care that allows them to stay in the community even as their care needs evolve. Their compassionate team is available 24/7 to address emergencies, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

Brookdale Lake Orienta’s mission is to provide a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle for seniors by handling all cooking, cleaning, and household chores, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their golden years. With the community’s Brookdale HealthPlus, residents can access personalized healthcare, including onsite preventive care services, clinical care coordination, and oversight provided by certified professionals. Residents enjoy creative pursuits with a full activity calendar or relax in the courtyard, garden, or private dining room. Additional features like a game room, billiards, community rooms, and an ice cream parlor further enhance the living experience, making every day enjoyable and enriching.

Bed community size
170-bed community Rank #95 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #223 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 223rd 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Litigation
IssuanceApril 1, 2026
ExpirationMarch 15, 2026 Expired
CountySeminole
License Number9795

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Lake Orienta is legally operated by Bkd Lake Orienta, Llc, and administered by Jeanne Wharton.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Private
170 units
Total beds
170 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

Creole English Spanish

Leadership

ContactMs. Denise Warren, Interim CEO

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Outdoor Pool
Library
Café/Bistro
Coffee Shop
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Game Room
Billiards
Landscaped Grounds
Business Centers/Computers
Meeting Rooms
Guest Suite(S)
Ice Cream Parlor
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include art classes, fitness classes, and social events
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$3,745 per month
AL$4,290 per month
MC$5,920 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 2021 · 5 years of data 124 citations 82 inspections 31 fines $73.8K fined
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.

21 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Rank #839 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 839th 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 62 out of 100. Letter grade D-. 21 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)

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 2021 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 6 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (276% above)
• Citations per year (276% above)
• Citations per inspection (15% above)
• Total inspections (215% above)
• Inspections with citations (338% above)
• Inspection citation rate (37% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection September 9, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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

This Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 124 33 This facility has 276% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (124 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 276% worse Rank #911 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 911th 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. 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 2021. 24.8 6.6 This facility has 276% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (24.8 vs. FL avg 6.6).↑ 276% worse
Citations per inspection Info 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. 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 Facility FL Average vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 82 26 This facility has 215% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (82 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 215% worse
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 70 16 This facility has 338% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (70 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 338% worse
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 85% 62% This facility has 23 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (85% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 23% worse Rank #871 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 871st 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. 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.

  • The most recent inspection on September 9, 2025, found only one deficiency related to resident care supervision, with no complaints substantiated.
  • Past inspections showed recurring deficiencies in resident care supervision, training, and emergency management, indicating ongoing compliance challenges.
  • Several inspections since 2021 cited multiple Class 3 deficiencies, including severity 2 issues in resident care supervision and elopement standards.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
586 sq. ft

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Lake Orienta

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Altamonte Springs's city center to Brookdale Lake Orienta's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.3 miles to nearest hospital (AdventHealth Altamonte Springs)

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Compare Assisted Living around Altamonte Springs

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

Brookdale Lake Orienta
AL
IL
MC
Altamonte Springs
170
Facility 170
FL AVG 89
Rank #95 / 1074
No
69
Facility 69
FL AVG 40
Rank #223 / 1486
Bkd Lake Orienta, LLC
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 83
Rank #839 / 876
82
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #871 / 919
124
Facility 124
FL AVG 33
Rank #911 / 919
1.5
Facility 1.5
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #695 / 919
For-Profit $73,775 Jeanne Wharton Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed A+
Brookdale Altamonte Springs
AL
Altamonte Springs (Weathersfield)
115
Facility 115
FL AVG 89
Rank #349 / 1074
Yes
41
Facility 41
FL AVG 40
Rank #702 / 1486
Bkd Altamonte Springs, LLC
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 83
Rank #839 / 876
44
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #580 / 919
78
Facility 78
FL AVG 33
Rank #846 / 919
1.8
Facility 1.8
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #812 / 919
For-Profit $33,000 Rachel Christian Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed A+
All Star Assisted Living
AL
Altamonte Springs
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 89
Rank #904 / 1074
No
23
Facility 23
FL AVG 40
Rank #1034 / 1486
All Star Assisted Living, LLC
73
Facility 73
FL AVG 83
Rank #692 / 876
21
76.2%
Facility 76.2%
FL AVG 61.5%
Rank #792 / 919
36
Facility 36
FL AVG 33
Rank #553 / 919
1.7
Facility 1.7
FL AVG 1.3
Rank #779 / 919
For-Profit $21,100 Ilsia L Guerra-Morales Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms -

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Brookdale Lake Orienta is located in Altamonte Springs, 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Lake Orienta

What languages are spoken at Brookdale Lake Orienta?

The team at Brookdale Lake Orienta speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Lake Orienta?

Brookdale Lake Orienta is legally operated by Bkd Lake Orienta, Llc, and administered by Jeanne Wharton.

Is Brookdale Lake Orienta in a walkable area?

Brookdale Lake Orienta has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Brookdale Lake Orienta?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Lake Orienta's license number is 9795.

When does Brookdale Lake Orienta's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Brookdale Lake Orienta's license expires on March 15, 2026.

Does Brookdale Lake Orienta have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Lake Orienta on this page.

What payment types does Brookdale Lake Orienta accept?

Brookdale Lake Orienta accepts Other.

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