Watercrest Spanish Springs

Overview of Watercrest Spanish Springs

Watercrest Spanish Springs is a captivating assisted living community with memory care services. Located in the charming Villages in central Florida, this luxurious residence offers a tailored senior living experience that surpasses expectations. Elevating senior living as a whole, Watercrest Spanish Springs provides a range of cultural programs, outings, and activities that enrich the lives of residents. If you’re seeking a refined and posh lifestyle, this is the perfect place to be.

Indulge in salon services that promote well-being, complemented by the reassurance of 24-hour staffing to ensure round-the-clock care and support. Watercrest Spanish Springs goes above and beyond, offering move-in coordination, preventive health screenings, therapy offerings, and a comprehensive array of services designed to meet the specific needs of dementia patients. The distinct outdoor spaces add character to the community and perfectly capture the vibrant Florida vibe, providing a stylish and engaging atmosphere.

Assisted Living Facility # 12833

Facility Direct Line (352) 604-3201 spanishsprings@watercrestseniorliving.com

100-bed community

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

Walk Score: 38 / 100

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

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

IssuanceApril 1, 2025

ExpirationSeptember 9, 2027

CountyLake

License Number12833

RCFE Number12833

Watercrest Spanish Springs is legally operated by PX SHS Spanish Springs Operator, LLC, and administered by Shana Gresh.

Management CompanyWATERCREST COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT, LLC

Profit StatusFor-profit

Private

100 units

Total beds

100 units

Staffing

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

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Dining At Your Leisure

Salon Services

Maintenance And Housekeeping Services

Utilities Including Cable Tv And Wi-Fi

24-Hour Staffing And Exceptional Care And Service Standards

Assisted Living from$5,595 per month

Memory Care from$6,595 per month

Since 2016 · 10 years of data 13 citations 15 inspections

Inspection Score

13 points above 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

Total amount fined Total dollar amount of fines issued.
$0
vs $11.6k
↓ 100% lower than FL avg

Data reflects the most recent 10 years (since 2016).

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 2016 vs. Florida state average

Overall vs. FL average

Latest Inspection April 17, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	13	33	This facility has 61% fewer total citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (13 vs. FL avg 33).↓ 61% better Rank #176 / 907 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 176th out of 907 homes in Florida for Total citations. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2016.	1.3	3.3	This facility has 61% fewer citations per year than a typical Florida assisted living residence (1.3 vs. FL avg 3.3).↓ 61% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.9	1.3	This facility has 31% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Florida assisted living residence (0.9 vs. FL avg 1.3).↓ 31% better Rank #55 / 907 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 55th out of 907 homes in Florida for Citations per inspection. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	FL Average	vs. FL Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	15	26	This facility has had 42% fewer total inspections than the Florida average (15 vs. FL avg 26). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 42% fewer
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	8	16	This facility has 50% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida assisted living residence (8 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 50% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	53%	62%	This facility has 9 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida assisted living residence (53% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 9% better Rank #395 / 907 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 395th out of 907 homes in Florida for % of inspections with citations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Florida average among 907 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.

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

The most recent inspection on April 17, 2025 cited one deficiency in emergency management planning, which was corrected by June 16, 2025.
Prior inspections from 2018 to 2023 showed isolated Class 3 and 4 deficiencies mainly in emergency planning, staffing standards, and resident care, all corrected by specified dates.
Four inspections from 2016 to 2024 reported no deficiencies, including the last three inspections before 2025.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Suite

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Kathy Wiederhold

Executive Director – Spanish Springs, FL

Activities in this home

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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Watercrest Spanish Springs

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2.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Lady Lake's city center to Watercrest Spanish Springs's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.11 miles to nearest hospital (UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital)

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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).


Harborchase of Villages Crossing	AL MC	Lady Lake	135	No	1	Cht Harborchase Trs Tenant Corp	78	44	47.7% Facility 47.7% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #317 / 907	44 Facility 44 FL AVG 33 Rank #663 / 907	1.0 Facility 1.0 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #158 / 907	For-Profit	$11,750	Marna L Topping	-
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Watercrest Spanish Springs	AL MC RC	Lady Lake (Spanish Springs)	100	Yes	38	Px Shs Spanish Springs Operator, LLC	96	15	53.3% Facility 53.3% FL AVG 61.5% Rank #395 / 907	13 Facility 13 FL AVG 33 Rank #176 / 907	0.9 Facility 0.9 FL AVG 1.3 Rank #55 / 907	For-Profit	-	Shana Gresh	Suite

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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

What neighborhood is Watercrest Spanish Springs in?

Watercrest Spanish Springs is in the Spanish Springs neighborhood of Lady Lake.

What languages are spoken at Watercrest Spanish Springs?

The team at Watercrest Spanish Springs speaks English.

Who is the owner of Watercrest Spanish Springs?

Watercrest Spanish Springs is legally operated by PX SHS Spanish Springs Operator, LLC, and administered by Shana Gresh.

Is Watercrest Spanish Springs in a walkable area?

Watercrest Spanish Springs has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Watercrest Spanish Springs?

According to FL state health department records, Watercrest Spanish Springs's license number is 12833.

When does Watercrest Spanish Springs's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Watercrest Spanish Springs's license expires on September 9, 2027.

Does Watercrest Spanish Springs have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Watercrest Spanish Springs on this page.

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