Villa Rio Vista sits along the Tarpon River in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and has cared for seniors for over 30 years in a two-story building that feels like a home, with private and semi-private rooms, including studio and two-bedroom options, all designed to be warm and comfortable with personal air conditioning and safety equipment like smoke detectors and sprinklers in every room, and the place is gated for security so residents can feel safe. The community offers a full range of care levels-assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, independent living, rehabilitative and restorative services, nursing home care, and long-term care-so residents can get what they need as their needs change. Residents get help with daily living, medication management, and insulin level monitoring if needed, with licensed nurses on site, staff ready to help day or night, and help moving from beds to wheelchairs, plus emergency response systems for peace of mind.
Meals include three nutritious offerings a day and healthy snacks, and dining areas aim for a family-style atmosphere, with menus that try to meet diet needs. Housekeeping comes daily, laundry is done weekly, and residents can use shared or private rooms, all of which have furnishings if needed. Amenities are purposely designed so seniors can stay social and active, with common indoor spaces, an activity room for entertainment, and a packed calendar with social, cultural, and wellness activities for movement and connection. Villa Rio Vista encourages seniors to see friends and family, and the administrator, Alex Gheorghiu, and staff are committed to listening to what residents want and need, creating a feeling of community where people look out for each other, families can stop by during business hours, and there are programs for wellness and leisure.
Transportation to local doctors can be arranged, and pets are welcome within certain limits, so seniors don't have to leave their loved animals behind if that fits the community's rules. Respite stays are possible if families need short-term care. There are fees for community services, respite, care levels, entry, and room types, with set prices for each living option whether private, semi-private, or studio style. Residents get 24/7 support in emergencies, plus help with medications and daily needs, and there's always both structure and room for personal choice. With steady management, a focus on personal dignity, and a long history in the area, Villa Rio Vista remains a place aiming for safe, comfortable, and supportive living for seniors, all located along the water in Fort Lauderdale, with a 4.7 rating from 29 reviews and office hours during the week or by appointment on Saturdays.
