Canterfield of Fort Myers

Overview of Canterfield of Fort Myers

Canterfield of Fort Myers provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. The professional care staff encourages its residents to discover many possibilities where anything can happen in the expansive neighborhood-style environment of the community.
As a Canterfield Senior Living Community, residents are encouraged to live life to the fullest while encouraging life-long learning. Amenities and services extend to all living options, such as a restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, well-lit recreational areas, a library, a putting green, a community garden, and a fitness studio.

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Managed by Amy Smith

Executive Director

Amy Smith serves as the Executive Director at Canterfield of Fort Myers, leading the community with dedication and care. She is committed to ensuring a warm and supportive environment for all residents, fostering a vibrant and engaging senior living experience.

130-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 32 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

AwardsBest Senior Living of 2023, 2024, & 2025!

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceSeptember 23, 2024

ExpirationSeptember 22, 2026

CountyLee

License Number13524

Canterfield of Fort Myers is legally operated by Canterfield Of Fort Myers, Llc, and administrated by Amy Smith.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

Creole English German Spanish

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Fitness Center

Salon

Restaurant-Style Dining

Outdoor Courtyard

Activity Programs

Transportation Services

ActivitiesActivities hosted by a full-time Director of Activities.

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with a 5-star atmosphere, offering a variety of meals.

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Activities in this home

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

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 8 citations 9 inspections 1 fine $1.0K fined

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

Legal actions Enforcement actions taken against this facility.
0
vs 3 avg
↓ 100% fewer than FL avg
Fines Total number of fines issued.
1
vs 5 avg
↓ 80% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$1k
vs $11.6k
↓ 91% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 6 years (since 2020).

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 2020 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection August 5, 2025 Complaint

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	8	33	This facility has 76% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (8 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 76% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2020.	1.3	5.5	This facility has 76% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.3 vs. FL avg 5.5).↓ 76% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.9	1.3	This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	9	26	This facility has 65% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (9 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 65% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	7	16	This facility has 56% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (7 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 56% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	78%	62%	This facility has 16 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (78% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 16% worse

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

Canterfield of Fort Myers, LLC underwent its latest inspection on August 5, 2025, with no deficiencies cited. Over the reporting period from September 23, 2020 to August 5, 2025, a total of nine inspections were conducted, with all but one resulting in deficiencies. The facility was found to have eight line item deficiencies across six complaint inspections, two standard inspections, and one initial licensure inspection. Common themes identified during these inspections included records and documentation, resident care and rights, infection control, and dietary and food service issues.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Canterfield of Fort Myers

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12.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fort Myers's city center to Canterfield of Fort Myers's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.17 miles to nearest hospital (Millennium Physicians Group)

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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).

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

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.

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).

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).

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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What languages are spoken at Canterfield of Fort Myers?

The team at Canterfield of Fort Myers speaks Creole, English, German, and Spanish.

Is Canterfield of Fort Myers in a walkable area?

Canterfield of Fort Myers has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Canterfield of Fort Myers?

According to FL state health department records, Canterfield of Fort Myers's license number is 13524.

When does Canterfield of Fort Myers's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Canterfield of Fort Myers's license expires on September 22, 2026.

Does Canterfield of Fort Myers have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Canterfield of Fort Myers on this page.

What payment types does Canterfield of Fort Myers accept?

Canterfield of Fort Myers accepts Other.

Does Canterfield of Fort Myers operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Canterfield of Fort Myers is registered as a for-profit in FL.

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