Willowbrook
Nursing Home · Florida, FL
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Willowbrook

Nursing Home · Florida, FL
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Overview of Willowbrook

WillowBrook is an assisted living community in Lake City, Florida. It offers a choice of spacious private and companion apartments along with a wide range of services and amenities. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and dining options while maintaining their independence.

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.
▲ 36.6% Above FL avg. ▲ 36.6% Above FL avg.Click 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.
▲ 57.7% Above FL avg. ▲ 57.7% Above FL avg.Click 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.
▲ 34.0% Above FL avg. ▲ 34.0% Above FL avg.Click 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.
▲ 17.1% Above FL avg. ▲ 17.1% Above FL avg.Click 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 15th out of 252 homes in Florida. 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.
5h 41m per day
Rank #15 / 252Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 252 homes in Florida. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Florida average, with a ranking across 252 Florida SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Florida avg (4h 25m per day)
vs Florida avg
+29%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
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. 5h 3m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
162 days
Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #448 / 1065Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 448th out of 1065 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Florida SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 67 / 100 Rank #249 / 1486Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 1486 homes in Florida. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
59%
Rank #243 / 255Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 243rd out of 255 homes in Florida. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its Statewide rank out of 255. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Florida average: 84.3%
Occupied beds
59 / 100
Average occupied beds in Florida homes 108 beds

Awards

AwardsBest Assisted Living Community - Lake City Reporter's Readers' Choice Award (5 years)

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 23, 2024
ExpirationOctober 22, 2026
CountyColumbia
License Number9909

Ownership & Operating Entity

Willowbrook is legally operated by Ets Willowbrook At Marion Llc, and administrated by Johnathan Coghlan.

Owner NameEts Willowbrook At Marion LLC
Profit StatusFor-Profit

Type Of Units

Private
100 units
Total beds
100 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private And Companion Apartments
Restaurant-Style Dining
Housekeeping
Exercise
Patios
Porch Areas
Screened Porch
Gazebo
ActivitiesWillowBrook offers a variety of activities that allow for exercise, arts, entertainment, learning, celebrating, and indulgence.
Specific ProgramsServices & Amenities
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 8am-5pm

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionWillowBrook’s dietary team prepares healthy and hearty comfort food that nourishes residents and helps them feel at home.

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Inspection History

In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 33 citations 23 inspections 4 fines $12.5K fined

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Florida state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Florida state average
Overall vs. FL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Florida average:
• Citations per inspection (8% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at Florida average:
• Total citations (at FL avg)
• Citations per year (at FL avg)
3 Better Metrics better than Florida average:
• Total inspections (12% below)
• Inspections with citations (19% below)
• Inspection citation rate (8% below)
Latest Inspection March 25, 2025 Standard

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3333 This facility has total citations in line with the Florida average (33 vs. FL avg 33).— At avg
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 8.38.3 This facility has citations per year in line with the Florida average (8.3 vs. FL avg 8.3).— At avg
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 1.41.3 This facility has 8% more citations per inspection than a typical Florida nursing home (1.4 vs. FL avg 1.3).↑ 8% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityFL Averagevs. FL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 2326 This facility has 12% fewer total inspections than a typical Florida nursing home (23 vs. FL avg 26).↓ 12% better
Inspections with citations Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation. 1316 This facility has 19% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Florida nursing home (13 vs. FL avg 16).↓ 19% better
Inspection citation rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation. 57%62% This facility has 5 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Florida nursing home (57% vs. FL avg 62%).↓ 5% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Willowbrook's most recent inspection, conducted on March 25, 2025, reported that deficiencies were cited. Over a period of 23 inspections from July 27, 2012 to May 20, 2025, the facility received deficiencies in all inspections. A total of 33 line-item deficiencies were identified across these inspections. Common themes observed during inspections included records and documentation, as well as resident care and rights. The facility has demonstrated improvement by correcting previously cited deficiencies, indicating a commitment to addressing concerns and enhancing quality of care.

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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.

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Activities in this home

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Address 353.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lake City's city center to Willowbrook's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Florida

Willowbrook is located in LAKE CITY, 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 Willowbrook

What languages are spoken at Willowbrook?

The team at Willowbrook speaks English.

Who is the owner of Willowbrook?

The legal owner and operator of Willowbrook is Ets Willowbrook At Marion Llc.

Is Willowbrook in a walkable area?

Willowbrook has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Willowbrook?

According to FL state health department records, Willowbrook's license number is 9909.

When does Willowbrook's license expire?

According to FL state health department records, Willowbrook's license expires on October 22, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Willowbrook?

Willowbrook's occupancy is 59%.

What payment types does Willowbrook accept?

Willowbrook accepts Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and VA.

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