Watercrest Buena Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care (formerly Élan Buena Vista) is a 130-bed AHCA-licensed resort-style Assisted Living and Memory Care community (License #AL13149, File #11969342) located at 5867 E County Road 466 in The Villages, Sumter County, Florida (ZIP 32162). Operated by Watercrest Senior Living Group, the community features 24-hour personal care and licensed nursing oversight, the signature Illuminate™ secured memory care neighborhood with Montessori-inspired cognitive programming, farm-to-table dining, a wine bistro, resort pool courtyard, full-service salon and day spa, and on-site physical therapy (acceptsMedicaid: false).
Official Verification Sources: Florida AHCA FloridaHealthFinder — Watercrest Buena Vista (#AL13149); Watercrest Buena Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care — Official Website
Issuer: Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA — Area 3)
Notes: Active 130-bed Assisted Living and Memory Care facility at 5867 E County Rd 466, The Villages, Sumter County, FL 32162. Operated by Watercrest Senior Living Group. Private pay, LTC insurance, and VA benefits accepted (acceptsMedicaid: false).
Factual details and direct answers about Watercrest Buena Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care (formerly Élan Buena Vista — 130 Beds)'s services, licensing, and credentials.
What is the AHCA license number and bed capacity for Watercrest Buena Vista on CR 466?
Watercrest Buena Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care holds Florida AHCA License #AL13149 (File #11969342) for 130 beds at 5867 E County Rd 466, The Villages, Sumter County, FL 32162.
Does Watercrest Buena Vista accept Medicaid?
No (acceptsMedicaid: false). Watercrest Buena Vista is a private-pay community that works with long-term care insurance policies and Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid & Attendance benefits.
What is the Illuminate™ memory care program at Watercrest Buena Vista?
Illuminate™ is Watercrest's specialized memory care program combining Montessori-inspired life skills stations, sensory dining, and Certified Dementia Practitioner training in a secured neighborhood.
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