Lake Gibson Village

Assisted Living in Lakeland

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Lake Gibson Village

Assisted Living in Lakeland

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of Lake Gibson Village

Lake Gibson Village is a senior living  community in Lakeland, FL, providing assisted living, and memory care services. Lake Gibson Village offers one-bedroom apartments with ample closet space, two-bedroom suites with office and closet, and deluxe one-bedroom units for accommodation. All units come with their own bathroom with showers that come with non-slip floors and handrails, and kitchenette with cooktop, microwave, and refrigerator. Part of the assisted living services they provide include assistance with daily living activities, and medication management.

Residents of Lake Gibson experience quality care and living in this senior living community. From their chef prepared meals, heated swimming pool, well stocked library, and garden, every space serves its purpose in enhancing the body, mind and spirit. And to top it all off, Lake Gibson also offers housekeeping and laundry services, so the residents may be able to focus on the fun and engaging programs and activities the community has to offer.

(863) 858-1202

Managed by Alisa Abner

Executive Director

Alisa Abner serves as the Executive Director at Lake Gibson Village, leading the community with dedication and professionalism. She oversees the management team to ensure a warm and supportive environment for residents, fostering a high quality of life within the community.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5 ▼ 1.7 Florida average: 3.7/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5 ▼ 1.2 Florida average: 3.2/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
2/5 ▼ 1.7 Florida average: 3.7/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5 ▼ 1.3 Florida average: 4.3/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Florida state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 138th out of 175 homes in Florida.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 35m per day
Rank #138 / 175Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 138th out of 175 homes in Florida.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Florida average, with a ranking across 175 Florida SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Florida avg (4h 25m per day)
vs Florida avg
-19%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 16m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
53 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

69% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 26 days

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$23.6M
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$23.6M Rank #35 / 177Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Florida SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating deficit
-$1.1M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #56 / 177Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$8.2M
34.9% of revenue Rank #119 / 177Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Florida average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.4M
Total costs $24.6M
Bed community size
165-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 10 / 100 Rank #131 / 147Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 147 homes in Florida.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
Rank #25 / 176Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 176 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its statewide rank out of 176. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Lower than the Florida average: 84.3%
Occupied beds
115 / 165
Average residents 108 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 16, 2024
ExpirationDecember 15, 2026
CountyPolk
License Number13081
CMS Certification Number106146
RCFE NumberAL 13081
Awards7-Time Winner

Ownership & Operating Entity

Lake Gibson Village is legally operated by Hsre-pwr Lake Gibson Trs Llc, and administrated by Alisa Abner.

Management CompanyWIND RIVER MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
Profit StatusFor-Profit

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Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
Meal Preparation
Pontoon Boat Rides
Strolling Areas
Friendly Staff
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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 528 / 840 / 1,080 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Apartment

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Lake Gibson Village

Assisted Living Memory Care

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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.

13 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Results

2 with citations

11 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date March 31, 2025
Complaint Investigation

12 total citations Rank #104 / 177Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 104th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Florida state average, with a ranking across all 177 FL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 33 citations

0.9 citations per inspection

Florida average: 1.3 citations per inspection

26 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

0 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $0.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for Lake Gibson Village

LAKE GIBSON VILLAGE was inspected on 2025-03-31, with no deficiencies cited in the latest report. Over the reporting period from 2017-10-04 to 2025-03-31, a total of 13 inspections were conducted, with all but one resulting in deficiencies being identified. A total of 12 line-item deficiencies were found across these inspections, which primarily focused on resident care and rights. While some past inspections did identify areas for improvement, the facility has demonstrated an ability to correct cited deficiencies over time, ultimately achieving a current status of no reported issues.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Florida average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations
21 Rank #104 / 177Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 104th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Florida state average, with a ranking across all 177 FL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Florida average 19.7

Citations per inspection
5.25

Florida average 4.48


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

11 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 21 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0 Rank #1 / 73Severe citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 73 homes in Florida.Shows citations where actual resident harm occurred, compared to the Florida average and ranked across 73 SNFs statewide. Even a single severe citation is significant — lower is always better.
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.8


Serious Health citations More info 1
150% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Florida average: 0.8

1 serious citation More info Florida average: 0.4

20 moderate citations More info Florida average: 18.4

0 minor citations More info Florida average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Jan 30, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Jan 30, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Oct 24, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Oct 24, 2024
Corrected

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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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL, individual
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
FL

Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lakeland's city center to Lake Gibson Village's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.2 miles to nearest hospital (Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 177
Employees 177
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 1.50:1
0% compared with Florida average

Florida average ratio: 1.52:1

Avg staff/day 69
Average shift 7.8 hours
0% compared with Florida average

Florida average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 48,896
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 33
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 90
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0%

0 contractor hours this quarter

No contractor roles were reported this quarter.

Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant9009023,06791100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse330338,14791100%8.6
Registered Nurse150154,47291100%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist7072,3078897%6.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist6062,2206673%8
Physical Therapy Aide5052,0519099%6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician5051,5358796%6.1
Dietitian3031,2518391%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant3031,0347785%7.2
Qualified Social Worker5056606774%6
Dental Services Staff1015556470%8.7
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1014806066%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014725965%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1011241719%7.3
90 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
33 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 97%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 99%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 96%
3 Dietitian
% of Days 91%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 85%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 74%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 66%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 65%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 19%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 118
Medicare
31
26.3% of residents
Medicaid
61
51.7% of residents
Private pay or other
26
22% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.8
33% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 7.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.7
51% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.4%
19% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 10.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 21.2%
64% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.6%
67% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 13.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.4%
47% better than Florida average

Florida average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.5%
21% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
59% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.7%
28% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 5.6%
68% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 3.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
82% better than Florida average

Florida average: 8.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 97.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 99.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.5%
5% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.1%
30% better than Florida average

Florida average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.7%
5% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.7%

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