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Watercrest Buena Vista

5867 E County Rd 466, The Villages, FL 32162

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(352) 561-8450


Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,341
  • Average State Price: $3,505
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Watercrest Buena Vista Description

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.4
    Watercrest Buena Vista
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 75 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 4 out of 8 communities in The Villages
  • Ranking in State: 973 out of 2206 communities in FL
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    5.8
    Civitas Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 546 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Florida

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture C



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of senior living facilities reveal a mix of experiences and opinions among residents and their families. Some express dissatisfaction with reduced entertainment options, leading to residents spending more time in their apartments. Concerns are also raised about staffing changes, lack of nursing direction, and insufficient updates on vaccinations. Additionally, repetitive activities and limited engagement with external entertainers have been noted.

    Conversations with management, particularly with individuals like the General Manager, have been highlighted as productive, addressing concerns proactively and demonstrating a hands-on approach to resident care. New management has been credited with making positive changes, despite initial challenges.

    Negative experiences include reports of neglect, poor service, and dissatisfaction with the food and facility maintenance. Some reviews mention a lack of orientation for new residents, multiple falls without adequate response, and overall poor treatment of both residents and staff.

    On the positive side, many reviews praise the community's environment, caring staff, and the variety of activities available. The sense of community and the proactive measures taken during the COVID-19 pandemic are appreciated, although there are criticisms regarding the quality of food during lockdowns.

    Specific staff members in memory care units receive special mention for their exceptional care, kindness, and the positive impact they have on residents' lives. The welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, and the personal touch in care are highlighted as reasons for satisfaction among residents and their families.

    Overall, while there are areas of concern that need attention, particularly regarding staff responsiveness and facility maintenance, there are also many positive aspects that contribute to a supportive and engaging community for seniors.


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    Health

    State-of-the-art wireless resident call system

    Focus on healthy aging

    Wellness and exercise programs

    Therapy offerings

    24-hour staffing

    Assistance with personal care needs


    Services

    Maintenance and Housekeeping services

    Utilities including cable tv and wi-fi

    Move-in coordination

    Trash removal

    Housekeeping and laundry service

    Home maintenance


    Activities

    Live Exhilarated programming

    Game room

    Community Center

    Theater

    Arts and crafts classes

    Scheduled outings


    Community Amenities

    Southern living design

    Pool

    Verandas

    Rooftop social and entertaining area

    Outdoor living spaces

    Exquisite social gathering areas


    Room Amenities

    Spacious apartments

    Full kitchen

    Washer/dryer

    Kitchenette

    High ceilings with ceiling fans

    Walk-in closets


    Dining

    Dining at your leisure

    Bar & Lounge

    Grab & Go Market

    3 Chef-prepared meals daily

    Restaurant style dining

    Bistro


    Transportation

    Transportation services

    Golf cart accommodations

    Scheduled local transportation

    Maintenance-free living

    Scheduled transportation available


    Pet

    Pet friendly environment

    Pet-friendly apartments

    Pets

    Pet friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is The Villages which is 2.9 miles away and has a population of 51,442 (large town).
    • The average income is $91,759, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 85
      • Low Temperature: 61
      • Average Temperature: 75.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 201 days of rain and 163 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    1.4 miles away
    Winn-Dixie
    2.6 miles away
    Publix
    3.3 miles away
    ALDI
    3.5 miles away
    Target
    4.0 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    FlixBus Ocala
    18.8 miles away
    Greyhound. Ocala, FL
    25.9 miles away

    Banks

    SunTrust
    14.1 miles away
    BB&T
    15.0 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    15.5 miles away
    Bank of America
    15.6 miles away
    CenterState Bank
    18.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Promise Hospital of Florida at The Villages
    1.3 miles away
    The Villages Regional Hospital
    3.2 miles away
    UF Health Leesburg Hospital
    11.6 miles away
    The Vines Hospital
    18.6 miles away
    West Marion Community Hospital
    18.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    5.9 miles away
    Walgreens
    16.6 miles away
    CVS
    18.7 miles away
    Umatilla Drug Store
    20.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Adam J Barr DDS
    19.9 miles away
    Mount Dora Modern Dentistry
    21.7 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    21.7 miles away
    Advanced Dental Care
    23.1 miles away
    Smile Expressions
    23.2 miles away

    Parks

    The Villages
    0.8 miles away
    The Villages District 1
    3.5 miles away
    Lady Lake
    3.7 miles away
    Village of Pinellas community swimming pool
    4.5 miles away
    Mail Station Village of Pinellas
    4.5 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Lake Square Mall
    15.0 miles away
    Market Street At Heath Brook
    18.5 miles away
    Paddock Mall
    18.8 miles away

    Culture

    Melon Patch Theatre
    10.7 miles away
    Paul P. Williams Auditorium
    14.3 miles away
    Reilly Arts Center
    20.0 miles away
    Thomas Kinkade Gallery
    23.6 miles away
    Mount Dora Center for the Arts
    23.6 miles away

    Restaurants

    Red Lobster
    1.1 miles away
    Cracker Barrel
    3.5 miles away
    City Fire American Oven & Bar
    5.7 miles away
    Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar
    5.8 miles away
    Cody's Original Roadhouse
    5.9 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of FL. It is a large-sized community with 130 total beds.

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