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Assisted Living in Fort Myers

Villa Palms Assisted Living

Assisted Living in Fort Myers

Villa Palms Assisted Living

Overview of Villa Palms Assisted Living

Villa Palms Assisted Living Facility is a timeless haven in the vibrant Fort Myers, Florida, offering affordable assisted living services. Beyond its classic charm, this family-owned and operated home prioritizes a relaxing environment and home-cooked meals for its residents. The facility is known for its competent team that excels in communication with families, providing personalized activities to keep residents engaged, and offering flexible dining options in an open dining setting.

With an emphasis on resident well-being, Villa Palms ensures a secure living space with features like an emergency call or response system in each room, smoke and heat detectors, and furnished or unfurnished rooms. They go the extra mile by providing assistance with medications, daily housekeeping, and laundry services. The facility is not only a home-like environment but also extends its services to respite care and hospice care, specializing in these areas. For seniors seeking a welcoming and supportive community, Villa Palms Assisted Living Facility stands out as an ideal choice for assisted senior living services.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 19
Bed community size
19-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 30 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Payment Types

Insurance And/or Hmo
Medicaid
Medicare
Va

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusIn Review
IssuanceAugust 23, 2023
ExpirationAugust 22, 2025
CountyLee

Additional Licensing Details

License Number7353

Ownership & Operating Entity

Villa Palms Assisted Living is legally operated by Villa Palms Assisted Living Llc, and administrated by Kenasha Saez.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

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

Languages Spoken

English Spanish

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

Activities in this home

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Villa Palms Assisted Living

Assisted Living

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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.

32 visits/inspections

Results

25 with citations

7 without citations

Florida average: 16 inspections with citations

Latest inspection

Date October 6, 2025
Standard

59 total citations

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

Florida average: 33 citations

53 deficiencies

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

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

5 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $4,650.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Inspection Report Summary for Villa Palms Assisted Living

The most recent inspection on October 6, 2025, identified multiple Class 3 deficiencies related to staffing, training, and background screening. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues, including staffing standards, medication assistance, training, resident care, and background screening, with deficiencies noted in several reports over the years. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated or did not result in deficiencies. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring themes around staffing and training, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening in recent years.

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Address 7.5 miles from city center — 1.35 miles to nearest hospital (Florida Neurology Group)

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

~$2,829/month (individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds).

~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

~$1,004/month (individual, including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

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

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