Strive At Fern Park

Overview of Strive at Fern Park

Florida is truly fortunate to boast the incredible haven known as Strive at Fern Park. This extraordinary community offers an exquisite setting for senior living, where every detail is thoughtfully curated to create an unparalleled experience. The home’s state-of-the-art rehab clinic is equipped with top-of-the-line exercise and physical therapy equipment, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive care and support. Whether seniors require assistance in daily living or prefer a more independent lifestyle, the assisted-living floor plans cater to various senior preferences, ranging from cozy studios to generous one or two-bedroom layouts with thoughtfully designed alcoves.

Indulge your senses with the delectable creations conjured by their skilled culinary team, who masterfully prepare chef-inspired meals. Residents can also immerse themselves in the refreshing ambiance of the home’s herb garden or unwind in their spacious bistro-style activity room. They even have a dedicated dog park where furry friends can frolic and play to their heart’s content. Strive at Fern Park also has specialized memory care services, delivering exceptional support to those with unique needs. In this home, they strive to create an environment that surpasses all expectations, elevating senior living to unprecedented heights.

(407) 848-1743

125-bed community

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

Walk Score: 36 / 100

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

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMay 15, 2024

ExpirationMay 14, 2026

CountySeminole

License Number13413

Strive At Fern Park is legally operated by Estapona Operating LLC, and administrated by Carrie M Vick.

Management CompanySTRIVE SENIOR LIVING

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

English Spanish

Activities in this home

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

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

Dining Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Strive At Fern Park

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 31 citations 26 inspections 4 fines $22.0K 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.
4
vs 5 avg
↓ 20% fewer than FL avg
Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$22k
vs $11.6k
↑ 89% higher 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 October 1, 2025 Complaint

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	31	33	This facility has 6% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (31 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 6% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2020.	5.2	5.5	This facility has 5% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (5.2 vs. FL avg 5.5).↓ 5% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.2	1.3	This facility has 8% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.2 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 8% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Metric	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	26	26	This facility has total inspections in line with the Florida average (26 vs. FL avg 26).— At avg
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	18	16	This facility has 13% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (18 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 13% worse
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	69%	62%	This facility has 7 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (69% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 7% worse

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

STRIVE AT FERN PARK was inspected on 2025-10-01, with a result of Deficiencies Cited. During the reporting period from 2020-02-11 to 2025-10-01, the facility underwent a total of 25 inspections, all of which resulted in deficiencies being cited. Specifically, 31 line-item deficiencies were identified across these inspections. Common themes included concerns with records and documentation, as well as resident care and rights. While improvement efforts are ongoing, no Deficiencies Corrected status is noted for this reporting period.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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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

10.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fern Park's city center to Strive At Fern Park's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.76 miles to nearest hospital (AdventHealth Altamonte Springs)

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What neighborhood is Strive At Fern Park in?

Strive At Fern Park is in the Casselberry neighborhood of Fern Park.

What languages are spoken at Strive At Fern Park?

The team at Strive At Fern Park speaks English and Spanish.

Who is the owner of Strive At Fern Park?

The legal owner and operator of Strive At Fern Park is Estapona Operating LLC.

Is Strive At Fern Park in a walkable area?

Strive At Fern Park has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Strive At Fern Park?

According to FL state health department records, Strive At Fern Park's license number is 13413.

When does Strive At Fern Park's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Strive At Fern Park's license expires on May 14, 2026.

What payment types does Strive At Fern Park accept?

Strive At Fern Park accepts Medicaid.