Vitality Living Lake Forest
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Seminole County, FL
Vitality Living Lake Forest
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Seminole County, FL
Overview of Vitality Living Lake Forest
Vitality Living Lake Forest, a 220-bed assisted living and memory care community in Sanford, Seminole County, operates from 5433 West State Road 46. Owned by Lake Forest Owner LLC and administered by Karen Crisco, the facility is for-profit and licensed through December 2027.
Housing includes studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms with full kitchenettes, walk-in showers, security-locked doors, and climate control. Private-pay residents are served exclusively and enjoy three daily prepared meals, 24-hour nurse availability, emergency response pendants, and personalized care plans. The facility allows small pets.
The regulatory picture demands direct attention. From May 2012 through October 2024, Vitality Living underwent 80 inspections, virtually all resulting in deficiencies; 80 times the typical Florida facility’s experience. The facility accumulated 105 citations over four years: 26.3 per year, compared to the state average of 8.3.
Fines totaled $52,600, more than 3.5 times Florida’s typical facility fine amount.
The recurring inspection themes center on records and documentation deficiencies, plus resident care and rights issues. Yet notably, the facility has incurred zero legal enforcement actions; a signal that no violations rose to immediate jeopardy or license-threatening severity. The October 2024 complaint investigation represents the latest data point. Corrections were documented after each inspection, meeting the facility’s corrective-action mandate.
The physical and programmatic environment is extensive: fitness center, movie theater, library, art gallery, salon, games room, worship space, courtyard, on-site physical therapy, cooking classes, exercise programs, music, arts, shopping trips, and social events.
Walk score is 41 (somewhat walkable, car-dependent).
Monthly fees: $3,450–$3,875 for assisted living studios/one-beds; $5,100 for memory care.
The facility earned Argentum Best of the Best recognition in 2024 from the assisted living industry trade association.
Vitality Living Lake Forest fits private-pay residents seeking an activity-intensive environment with accessible amenities and specialized memory support, contingent on families’ comfort with the facility’s high-citation compliance history and their direct evaluation of operational improvements.
220-bed community Rank #28 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 1074 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
4 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #702 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 702nd out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsArgentum Best of the Best Award for 2024
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 22, 2025
ExpirationDecember 21, 2027
CountySeminole
License Number10233
RCFE Number10233
Vitality Living Lake Forest is legally operated by Lake Forest Owner Llc, and administrated by Karen Crisco.
Management CompanyVITALITY SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT, LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Private
220 units
Total beds
220 units
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsEmergency alert system, nurse call systems in every room.
Safety Features24 hour security system.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
English
Spanish
ContactBeatty Blanding
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Studio
One- And Two-Bedroom Options
Kitchenette With Refrigerator And Microwave
Walk-In Shower
Fob-Activated Apartment Door With Automatic Locking
Individual Thermostat Control
Small Pets Welcome
Licensed Nurse Available 24 Hours A Day
Emergency Pendant With Staff Available To Assist 24 Hours A Day
Personal Service Plan
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance Available 24 Hours A Day
Ambulation And Escort Services
Ongoing Monitoring Of Resident’s Health Status
Weekly Housekeeping Services
Game And Entertainment Room
Private Dining Room
Outdoor Dining Space
Pet-Friendly Environment
Reserved Resident Parking
Parking – Surface
Courtyard With Walking Paths
Private And Secure Safe For Personal Items
Laundry And Linen Services
Three Freshly Prepared Meals Served Daily
Specially Designed Exercise And Fitness Programs
Daily Programs
Events
And Outings
Transportation Services Available
Concierge Services
On-Site Physical Therapy
Library
Salon And Beauty Shop
Worship Space
Resident Garden Space
Movie Theater
Fitness Center
Art Gallery
Wi-Fi
ActivitiesDaily programs, events, and outings.
Religious ServicesYes
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59
Memory Care Studio$5,100 per month
Assisted Living Studio$3,450 per month
Assisted Living One Bedroom$3,875 per month
Food DescriptionThree freshly prepared meals served daily, with all-day dining available.
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.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
105 citations
80 inspections
23 fines
$52.6K fined
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Florida state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Florida assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
20 points below the Florida average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #825 / 876 in Florida Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 825th out of 876 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the Florida average among 876 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 63 out of 100. Letter grade D. 20 points below 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-
23vs 5 avg↑ 360% higher than FL avg
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$52.6kvs $11.6k↑ 353% higher than FL avg
Data reflects the most recent 4 years (since 2022).
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 2022 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average
5 Worse
Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Total citations (218% above)
• Citations per year (217% above)
• Total inspections (208% above)
• Inspections with citations (294% above)
• Inspection citation rate (27% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total citations (218% above)
• Citations per year (217% above)
• Total inspections (208% above)
• Inspections with citations (294% above)
• Inspection citation rate (27% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (at FL avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
October 22, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 105 | 33 | This facility has 218% more total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (105 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 218% worse Rank #897 / 919 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 897th 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. |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 26.3 | 8.3 | This facility has 217% more citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (26.3 vs. FL avg 8.3).↑ 217% worse |
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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
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 80 | 26 | This facility has 208% more total inspections than a typical Florida assisted living residence (80 vs. FL avg 26).↑ 208% worse |
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Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 63 | 16 | This facility has 294% more inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (63 vs. FL avg 16).↑ 294% worse |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 79% | 62% | This facility has 17 percentage points higher inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (79% vs. FL avg 62%).↑ 17% worse Rank #810 / 919 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 810th 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.
- August 21, 2024 inspection cited two Class 3 deficiencies for staffing standards and physical plant safety.
- Multiple inspections from 2023 to 2024 cited repeated severity 2 and Class 3 deficiencies in resident care supervision, medication labeling, and training.
- April 27, 2023 inspection found no deficiencies.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Cooking Classes
- Dancing
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Music Programs
- Shopping
- Social Events & Outings
- Theater & Movies
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Vitality Living Lake Forest
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6.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sanford's city center to Vitality Living Lake Forest's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 7.7 miles to nearest hospital (Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital)
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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FL AVG
89
Rank
#28 / 1074 | Yes |
41
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41
FL AVG
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Rank
#702 / 1486 | Lake Forest Owner LLC | 63
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63
FL AVG
83
Rank
#825 / 876 | 80 | 78.8%
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78.8%
FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#810 / 919 | 105
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105
FL AVG
33
Rank
#897 / 919 | 1.3
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1.3
FL AVG
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Rank
#557 / 919 | For-Profit | $52,600 | Karen Crisco | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
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IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Lake Mary | 153
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153
FL AVG
89
Rank
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11
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11
FL AVG
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Rank
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FL AVG
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Rank
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FL AVG
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Rank
#762 / 919 | 66
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66
FL AVG
33
Rank
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FL AVG
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IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Sanford | 132
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FL AVG
89
Rank
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25
Facility
25
FL AVG
40
Rank
#992 / 1486 | Bahama Bay Club LLC | - | 2 | 0%
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FL AVG
61.5%
Rank
#1 / 919 | 2
Facility
2
FL AVG
33
Rank
#30 / 919 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
FL AVG
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Rank
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| Strive At Fern Park |
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IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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FL AVG
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Rank
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FL AVG
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Rank
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FL AVG
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FL AVG
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Rank
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Facility
31
FL AVG
33
Rank
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FL AVG
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vitality Living Lake Forest
What neighborhood is Vitality Living Lake Forest in?
Vitality Living Lake Forest is in the Sanford neighborhood of Sanford.
What languages are spoken at Vitality Living Lake Forest?
The team at Vitality Living Lake Forest speaks English and Spanish.
Who is the owner of Vitality Living Lake Forest?
The legal owner and operator of Vitality Living Lake Forest is Lake Forest Owner Llc.
Is Vitality Living Lake Forest in a walkable area?
Vitality Living Lake Forest has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Vitality Living Lake Forest?
According to FL state health department records, Vitality Living Lake Forest's license number is 10233.
When does Vitality Living Lake Forest's license expire?
According to FL state health department records, Vitality Living Lake Forest's license expires on December 21, 2027.
Does Vitality Living Lake Forest have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Vitality Living Lake Forest on this page.
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