Aspire at Evans
3735 Evans Ave · Fort Myers, FL · 33901 · 2392773977
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Aviata Health Group
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $50,028 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
$50,028 in federal fines in the last 24 months
3 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.37 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.35 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $50,028 |
Inspection citations (38 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E February 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected October 5, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E September 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G July 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2024
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 21, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 21, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Corrected September 20, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 30, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected August 18, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 18, 2023 · Environmental
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | Fine | $29,819 |
| August 21, 2024 | Fine | $10,033 |
| August 21, 2024 | Fine | $10,176 |
| August 21, 2024 | Payment Denial | 17 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 106000 · certified since December 14, 1998. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.