Peaceful Beginnings
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Boynton Beach, FL
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Peaceful Beginnings

Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Boynton Beach, FL
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Peaceful Beginnings accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Peaceful Beginnings

Ideally located in the harmonious neighborhood of Boynton Beach, FL, Peaceful Beginnings ALF is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living services. Residents keep peace of mind and receive the utmost care and assistance for their specific needs. The community also provides purposely designed amenities in its one-story accommodation, alongside a 24-hour emergency call system for resident’s comfort and safety. As a family-owned community, residents are guaranteed to age comfortably with the utmost attention they deserve.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun-filled activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and interact with their surroundings. Meals are also provided to meet dietary needs and tastes while accommodating special diets for a delightful dining experience. Here, residents will surely enjoy every moment of their golden years without the hassles of daily responsibilities with the community’s dedicated care and support.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 57.5% Above FL avg. ▲ 57.5% Above FL avg.FL average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 77.8% Above FL avg. ▲ 77.8% Above FL avg.FL average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 18.2% Above FL avg. ▲ 18.2% Above FL avg.FL average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 23.2% Above FL avg. ▲ 23.2% Above FL avg.FL average: 4.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Florida state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 198th out of 253 homes in Florida for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 37m per day
Rank #198 / 253Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 253 homes in Florida. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Florida average, with a ranking across 253 Florida facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Florida avg (4h 2m per day)
vs Florida avg
-10%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +16% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 39m per day ▼ 11% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 47m per day ■ Avg State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 8m per day ▼ 9% State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 15m per day ▼ 8% State avg: 3h 32m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 4m per day ▼ 26% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 37m per day ▲ 16% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Higher occupancy than the Florida average: 84.3%
Occupancy rate
91.8% Rank #87 / 258Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 258 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its Statewide rank out of 258. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
124 days
Bed community size
93-bed community Rank #522 / 1074Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 522nd out of 1074 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #590 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 590th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 118
Employees 90
Contractors 28
Staff to resident ratio 1.37 : 1
7% fewer staff per resident than Florida average
Florida average ratio: 1.47 : 1 Florida average ratio: 1.47 : 1See full Florida ranking
Avg staff/day 49
Average shift 7.3 hours
8% worse than Florida average
Florida average: 7.9 hours Florida average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full Florida ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 33,074

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 12 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 13 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 53 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 53
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

12%

3,964 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 8 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant5305316,07392100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse130135,34292100%7.5
Registered Nurse120123,92792100%8.2
Physical Therapy Aide0881,6937480%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist0779467379%7.2
Other Dietary Services Staff40486592100%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0446196975%7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist2025646267%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0335296672%7.6
RN Director of Nursing2025116571%7.9
Administrator1014806065%8
Dental Services Staff1014646267%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014435863%7.6
Dietitian1014425863%7.6
Qualified Social Worker044872022%4.4
Medical Director011552729%2
Occupational Therapy Assistant011361011%3.6
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 80%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 79%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 67%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 72%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 63%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 63%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 22%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 29%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 11%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.3
25% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 7.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 17.4
40% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 13.6%
30% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 10.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 24.5%
89% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 14.1%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 13.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.7%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.1%
42% better than Florida average

Florida average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.4%
60% better than Florida average

Florida average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.1%
68% better than Florida average

Florida average: 3.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 2.8%
65% better than Florida average

Florida average: 8.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 97.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 99.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.5%
6% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.7%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

38% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

40% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 86
Medicare
18
20.9% of residents
Medicaid
64
74.4% of residents
Private pay or other
4
4.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.4M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$484.4K
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.4M Rank #213 / 257Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 213th out of 257 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Florida average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$484.4K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$101.6K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #220 / 257Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 220th out of 257 homes in Florida. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.1M 39.4% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #139 / 257Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th out of 257 homes in Florida. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Florida average. Well-run Florida facilities typically land around 49–56% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Florida that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$5.8M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$9.9M

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Service

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Three Meals Per Day

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

New residents most often arrive under private pay (40% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.

Admissions
247 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 38%
Private pay 40%
Medicaid 22%
Discharges
251 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 29%
Private pay 37%
Medicaid 33%

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Boynton Beach's city center to Peaceful Beginnings's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
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Peaceful Beginnings is located in Boynton Beach, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Peaceful Beginnings

Is Peaceful Beginnings in a walkable area?

Peaceful Beginnings has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Peaceful Beginnings?

Peaceful Beginnings's occupancy is 91.8%.

Does Peaceful Beginnings operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Peaceful Beginnings is registered as a for-profit.

Are there photos of Peaceful Beginnings?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Peaceful Beginnings in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Peaceful Beginnings?

Peaceful Beginnings is located at 3570 Harlowe Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33436.

What is the phone number of Peaceful Beginnings?

(954) 297-0107 will put you in contact with the team at Peaceful Beginnings.

Is Peaceful Beginnings Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Peaceful Beginnings is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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