Villa Rio Vista
Villa Rio Vista
Ideally situated in the charming residential area of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Villa Rio Vista is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. With different levels of care provided, residents receive the right care and assistance from a kind and highly skilled team that attends to their special needs around the clock. Providing care for over 30 years, the community strives to listen to residents to understand their needs and preferences better.
Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and socially engaged with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served for residents to have the finest dining experience. The community is ideal for those looking to make the most out of their best years with its comprehensive care and purposely designed amenities.
Inspection Report Summary for Villa Rio Vista
VILLA RIO VISTA was inspected on 2025-08-18, with no deficiencies cited. Over a reporting period spanning from 2013-03-26 to 2025-08-18, the facility underwent 30 inspections, with 17 complaint-driven, 12 standard, and 1 unknown type of inspection. Notably, all 30 inspections resulted in deficiencies being identified, totaling 47 line items across various categories. Common themes included building maintenance/physical plant, records/documentation, resident care/rights, dietary/food service, and emergency planning issues. The facility has demonstrated improvement, with a notable correction from previous deficiencies cited to no deficiencies found during the latest inspection.
This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
Facility Overview
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Facility ID
Unique ID assigned by the California Department of Social Services for this licensed facility.
11932401
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Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
Assisted Living Facility
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal.
LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state.
1970-01-01
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
HAPPY RETIREMENT, INC.
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County
The county where the facility is located.
Broward
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License Number
State-issued license number for this facility.
5143
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License ID
State license identifier for this facility (FL).
1894
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License Expires
Date when the facility's license expires and must be renewed (FL).
1970-01-01
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Administrator
Name of the facility administrator (FL).
ALEX GHEORGHIU
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Profit Status
Indicates whether the facility operates as for-profit, non-profit, or government-owned (FL).
For Profit
Inspection & Compliance
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections.
47 citations
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Inspections with Citations
Inspections that resulted in citations or deficiencies (NY, TX).
21 inspections
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Inspections without Citations
Inspections completed with no violations found (NY).
9 inspections
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Total Inspections
Total count of all inspections conducted at this facility (NY).
30 inspections
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Enforcement Actions
Regulatory enforcement actions taken by the state (NY, TX).
3/12/2020: Survey // 3/25/2019: Survey // 11/2/2017: Reporting // 11/2/2017: Reporting // 3/31/2015: Survey
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Enforcement Count
Total number of enforcement actions taken against this facility (TX).
5 actions
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Official Report
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What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
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1.0 miles from city center
1115 SE 6th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Calculate Travel Distance to Villa Rio Vista Walk Score: 86
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- General: Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand; waitlists common.
- Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
- General: Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- FL Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), adult day care (~$60/day), respite (up to 10 days/year).
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
- Services: Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month).
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
- Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- FL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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Long-Term Care Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, 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 Specifics:High demand; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), case management.
Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (varies).
- Asset Limits:$5,000 (individual).
- FL Specifics:Limited funding; regional variation.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), adult day care (~$60/day), respite (up to 10 days/year).
Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy.
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- FL Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
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