Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita

Overview of Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita

Set in the peaceful East Venice Avenue, Venice, FL, Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living. Cherish personal time within the cozy and spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences of Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita. A team of dedicated and highly qualified professionals strives to deliver top-tier care and support for seniors to maximize their independence and do what they love.

The community focuses on seniors’ well-being, providing them with a bright and friendly environment. Residents experience the finest retirement with its tranquil spaces and convenient amenities. Have an unforgettable dining experience with healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita doubles its efforts to provide a safe place for seniors to thrive in their golden years with its picturesque sceneries.

(941) 244-4288

130-bed community

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

Walk Score: 48 / 100

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

About this community

AwardsBest Assisted Living Award, Certified By Great Place To Work, Venice Gondolier Finalists

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMay 28, 2025

ExpirationMay 27, 2027

CountySarasota

License Number7200

Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita is legally operated by Bishop Venice Lessee Llc, and administrated by Greg Anderson.

Management CompanySAGORA SENIOR LIVING, INC

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Private

130 units

Total beds

130 units

Wheelchair Accessible

Staffing

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

English Russian Spanish

Housekeeping

Maintenance

Scheduled Transportation

24-Hour Nurse Access

Medication Assistance

Beauty Salon

Barbershop

Billiards Room

Fitness Room

Outdoor Patio

Library

Covered Heated Pool

ActivitiesResidents are encouraged to participate in events and activities.

Specific ProgramsCulinary

Food DescriptionChef-prepared meals served in shared dining spaces.

Since 2012 · 14 years of data 30 citations 24 inspections

Inspection Score

8 points above 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

Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$0
vs $11.6k
↓ 100% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 14 years (since 2012).

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 2012 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection September 4, 2024 Standard

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.	30	33	This facility has 9% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (30 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 9% better Rank #482 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 482nd 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 2012.	2.1	2.4	This facility has 13% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (2.1 vs. FL avg 2.4).↓ 13% better
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.	24	26	This facility has 8% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (24 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 8% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	13	16	This facility has 19% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (13 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 19% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	54%	62%	This facility has 8 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (54% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 8% better Rank #421 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 421st 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.

September 4, 2024 inspection cited deficiencies that were later corrected, showing recent compliance after issues were addressed.
June 10, 2024 inspection found 8 Class 3 deficiencies involving medication management, staffing, staff training, and physical plant safety.
Deficiencies in resident care, medication, and emergency management recurred in 2021 and earlier, indicating ongoing challenges in these areas.

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What does this home offer?

Room Sizes: 377 / 625 / 942 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Activities in this home

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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita

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2.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Venice's city center to Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 languages are spoken at Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita?

The team at Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita?

The legal owner and operator of Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita is Bishop Venice Lessee Llc.

Is Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita in a walkable area?

Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita?

According to FL state health department records, Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita's license number is 7200.

When does Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita's license expires on May 27, 2027.

Does Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita on this page.

What payment types does Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita accept?

Elison Assisted Living of Bella Vita accepts Other.

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