AVIATA AT COLONIAL LAKES in Winter Garden, FL has a 2-star overall rating, with 2-star health inspection and staffing scores, a 4-star quality measures score, and reported nurse staffing below the federal benchmark (3.21 vs. 4.1 hours per resident per day). The facility also has $23,136 in fines in the last 24 months and a recent federal penalty.
Last inspection: April 2, 2026Penalties, last 24 months: $23,136recent federal penalty
Federal guidance recommends at least 4.1 nursing hours per resident each day. This facility reports 3.2127.
Staffing detail
Registered nurses
0.46
Licensed practical nurses
0.78
Nurse aides
1.98
Weekend nursing
2.96
Hours per resident per day.
Total staff turnover: 49%
Registered nurse turnover: 75%
Resident outcomes
Each measure compares a year ago with the most recent quarter. Green means the facility moved the right way; red means the wrong way.
Negative outcomes
Lower is better — fewer affected residents. A decrease is good (green); an increase is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents on antipsychotic medication
12.8%16.4%Worsening
Residents with a fall causing major injury
1.2%2%Worsening
Residents with pressure ulcers (bedsores)
2.5%3.5%Worsening
Residents with a urinary tract infection
0%0%No change
Residents who lost too much weight
2.1%3.5%Worsening
Residents who were physically restrained
0%0%No change
Residents needing more help with daily activities
13%7.8%Improving
Residents whose ability to walk got worse
13%7.4%Improving
Long-stay residents on antianxiety or sleep medication
21.1%6.3%Improving
Short-stay residents newly given an antipsychotic
2.8%0%Improving
Residents with a long-term catheter
0%0%No change
Residents with new or worsening incontinence
12.5%6.1%Improving
Residents with depressive symptoms
5.4%9.1%Worsening
Positive outcomes
Higher is better — e.g. vaccinations. An increase is good (green); a decrease is concerning (red).
Last yrNowTrend
Long-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—99.4%—
Long-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
98.1%92.2%Worsening
Short-stay residents given the seasonal flu vaccine
—100%—
Short-stay residents given the pneumonia vaccine
80%61.5%Worsening
What the inspectors found
The home failed to ensure nurses and nurse aides had the needed skills to care for each resident and support their well-being. Cited January 2025 — isolated incident, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 726 — 42 CFR §483.35 — S/S: J
The home failed to provide enough food and fluids to keep residents healthy. Cited January 2025 — isolated incident, immediate jeopardy to residents.
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F-Tag 692 — 42 CFR §483.25(g) — S/S: J
The home failed to make sure food was safely sourced, stored, prepared, and served according to professional standards. Cited July 2024 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 812 — 42 CFR §483.60(i) — S/S: F
The nursing home failed to keep essential equipment working safely. Cited July 2024 — widespread issue, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 908 — 42 CFR §483.90 — S/S: F
The home failed to protect residents’ right to complain without fear and did not ensure grievances were handled promptly. Cited December 2024 — limited pattern, potential for harm.
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F-Tag 585 — 42 CFR §483.10 — S/S: E
Recent history
STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing was below the federal recommendation of 4.1 hours per resident per day.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 4 health deficiencies.
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STAFFING
Reported nurse staffing was below the federal recommendation of 4.1 hours per resident per day.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 1 health deficiency.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $8,492 was recorded.
INSPECTION
Health inspection found 3 health deficiencies.
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INSPECTION
Health inspection found 2 health deficiencies.
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PENALTY
A federal fine of $6,152 was recorded.
Penalties & enforcement
On record with Medicare: 3 fines · $23,136 in total fines.
Federal fine
Jan 16, 2025
$8,492
Federal fine
Nov 21, 2024
$6,152
Operator & ownership
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Part of AVIATA HEALTH GROUP · 52 homes · 2.3 stars avg
Occupancy
169.6 residents on an average day (94% of 180 beds)
Resident voice
Resident council
Medicare history
Certified for 42 years
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — public records, updated monthly. GoodStanding presents official records with plain-language summaries. Always visit a facility in person.