Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility

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Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veteran Affairs Benefits.

Overview of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility is a 135-bed senior community managed by KR Management LLC and operated by Retirement Three LLC. The property provides standard residential support and specialized memory care alongside an all-day restaurant dining structure available from morning to evening. Amenities include a pet-friendly policy, group yoga, fitness sessions, crafts, and music programs. Staff members accommodate a wide range of communication styles by supporting English, French, Hebrew, Spanish, and Sign Language, and the community accepts insurance, HMOs, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits.

State health department archives tracking 18 separate regulatory visits since May 2015 record an exceptional compliance timeline for this property. Across more than a decade of oversight, state teams have documented a low cumulative history of only 18 minor line-item notes, which results in an annual average of 1.6 citations. Because the majority of these standard reviews came back entirely clear on the initial pass, the home carries a high long-term zero citations-per-inspection rate for flawless reviews. The provider’s enforcement file reflects a stable operating history with no severe penalties, capped by a single $500 reporting fine issued back in 2018.

Prospective residents looking for a large-scale care community with an established operational framework can use these government records to verify the manager’s history. Since the public data underscores an overall low citation frequency and near-flawless state evaluations across a ten-year cycle, the documents demonstrate highly consistent administrative oversight. Planning an on-site walkthrough is a practical next step to check out the dining areas firsthand, observe the daily group activities, and speak directly with the team about care logistics.

Bed community size
135-bed community Rank #197 / 1073Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 197th out of 1073 homes in Florida for bed count. 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #1453 / 1485Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1453rd out of 1485 homes in Florida for walk score. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 18, 2025
ExpirationAugust 17, 2027
CountySumter
License Number12670

Ownership & Operating Entity

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility is legally operated by Retirement Three Llc, and administrated by Stanley H. Sternefeld.

Management CompanyKR MANAGEMENT LLC
Owner NameRetirement Three LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
135 units
Total beds
135 units

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English French Hebrew Sign Language Spanish

Leadership

ContactPatricia Holloway, Administrator

Amenities & Lifestyle

Restaurant-Style Dining
Pet-Friendly Environment
Specific ProgramsLife Enrichment, Schedule a Visit, Blogs & News, Career Opportunities

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining should be enjoyable and convenient. That’s why our all-day dining program lets residents enjoy chef-prepared meals from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.—whenever it fits their schedule.

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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 2015 · 11 years of data 18 citations 18 inspections 1 fine $500 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.

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

Inspection score: 94 out of 100. Letter grade A. 11 points above 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 2015 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total citations (45% below)
• Citations per year (47% below)
• Citations per inspection (23% below)
• Total inspections (31% below)
Latest Inspection January 8, 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. 1833 This facility has 45% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (18 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 45% better Rank #263 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 263rd 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.
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2015. 1.63 This facility has 47% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.6 vs. FL avg 3).↓ 47% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 11.3 This facility has 23% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 23% better Rank #167 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 167th 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 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. 1826 This facility has 31% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (18 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 31% better

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 8, 2025, found no deficiencies and no complaints substantiated.
  • Annual inspections in December 2023 and August 2021 also reported no deficiencies or complaints.
  • Complaint investigations from 2015 through 2022 consistently found no deficiencies or substantiated complaints.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Florida

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility is located in THE VILLAGES, 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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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

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Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility
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.

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FL AVG 90
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FL AVG 40
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AL

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IL

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MC

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80
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7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility

What languages are spoken at Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility?

The team at Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility speaks English, French, Hebrew, Sign Language, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility?

The legal owner and operator of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility is Retirement Three Llc.

What is the license number of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility?

According to FL state health department records, Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility's license number is 12670.

When does Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility's license expires on August 17, 2027.

What payment types does Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility accept?

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and VA.

Does Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility is registered as a for-profit in FL.

Who is the administrator of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility?

Stanley H. Sternefeld is the administrator of Buffalo Crossings Assisted Living Facility.

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