Discovery Village Vero Beach

Overview of Discovery Village Vero Beach

If you’re looking for a retirement community that feels like a tropical vacation that never ends, look no further than Discovery Village at Vero Beach, Florida. This sunny, vibrant location provides the perfect combo of amenities, senior lifestyle programs, and personalized care that makes for a senior living paradise. There are two lifestyle options, Active Independent Living and Assisted Living, both of which get you a maintenance-free apartment home or suite near the fun-filled activities that await along Florida’s Treasure Coast. From showering or bathing assistance and in-room dining service to insulin administration and pharmacy coordination, their empathy-driven philosophy ensures you or a loved one receives all the best practices in Assisted living while still fostering independence and freedom.

The comfortable apartments go above and beyond in class and functionality, offering you stunning views of the Atlantic beaches and the everyday hustle and bustle of Floridian life. And if you don’t feel like going too far, Discovery Village offers amenities like restaurant-style dining with table service, an outdoor swimming pool, a game room, a multitude of scenic walking paths and communal space as well as tons of daily activities, recreation and social events. Spend your golden years living in unparalleled comfort and style at Discovery Village at Vero Beach.

(772) 778-7888

75-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 12 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusProvisional

IssuanceFebruary 24, 2026

ExpirationAugust 23, 2026

CountyIndian River

License Number9095

Discovery Village Vero Beach is legally operated by Nhi Opco Vero Beach Fl Llc, and administrated by Elizabeth Monplaisir.

Management CompanySH1 HORIZONS-6 MGMT LLC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

75 units

Total beds

75 units

Staffing

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

Creole English Spanish

Respite Care

Specific ProgramsIndependent Senior Living, SHINE® Memory Care

Operating HoursMo,Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa,Su 00:00-23:59

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 48 citations 37 inspections 2 fines $1.5K fined

Inspection Score

At 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

Fines Total number of fines issued.
2
vs 5 avg
↓ 60% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$1.5k
vs $11.6k
↓ 87% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 13 years (since 2013).

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 2013 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection November 13, 2024 Routine

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.	48	33	This facility has 45% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (48 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 45% worse Rank #711 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 711th 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 Average citations per year since 2013.	3.7	2.5	This facility has 48% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (3.7 vs. FL avg 2.5).↑ 48% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.3	1.3	This facility has citations per inspection in line with the Florida average (1.3 vs. FL avg 1.3).— At avg Rank #557 / 919 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 557th 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 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.	37	26	This facility has 42% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (37 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 42% worse
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	19	16	This facility has 19% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (19 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 19% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	51%	62%	This facility has 11 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (51% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 11% better Rank #381 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 381st 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 November 13, 2024, found no deficiencies and no complaints were filed.
Past inspections from 2013 to 2019 showed multiple Class 3 and Class 4 deficiencies in medication management, staffing, training, admissions, and resident care.
Deficiency counts and themes improved over time, with no deficiencies found in the last three routine inspections since April 2022.

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Activities in this home

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

32.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Vero Beach's city center to Discovery Village Vero Beach's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.71 miles to nearest hospital (C. Ron Williams, M.D.)

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


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What neighborhood is Discovery Village Vero Beach in?

Discovery Village Vero Beach is in the Waterford Drive neighborhood of Vero Beach.

What languages are spoken at Discovery Village Vero Beach?

The team at Discovery Village Vero Beach speaks Creole, English, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Discovery Village Vero Beach?

The legal owner and operator of Discovery Village Vero Beach is Nhi Opco Vero Beach Fl Llc.

Is Discovery Village Vero Beach in a walkable area?

Discovery Village Vero Beach has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Discovery Village Vero Beach?

According to FL state health department records, Discovery Village Vero Beach's license number is 9095.

When does Discovery Village Vero Beach's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Discovery Village Vero Beach's license expires on August 23, 2026.

What payment types does Discovery Village Vero Beach accept?

Discovery Village Vero Beach accepts Other.

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