Page 2 of Best Nursing Homes in Orlando, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 nursing homes in Orlando, FL using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in FL
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Florida average is: 72.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
The Towers Orlando ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
SNF
Orlando (Central Business District)
168
Facility 168
FL AVG 104
Rank #37 / 237
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
FL AVG 88.7%
Rank #89 / 122
-2%
4.32
Facility 4.32
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #60 / 181
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +71%+7%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $64.5k
Rank #1 / 184
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 19.8
Rank #54 / 180
2.6
Facility 2.6
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #29 / 180
2146-
96
Facility 96
FL AVG 44
Rank #3 / 261
Orlando Lutheran Towers, Inc
$18.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $18.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #56 / 160
$12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #42 / 160
67.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 67.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #42 / 160
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other FL nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Orlando. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Towers Orlando

The Towers Orlando is a 168-bed nursing home in a downtown high-rise. It is located just half a mile from the city center. With a Walk Score of 96, it is one of the most walkable locations in the state. You can easily walk to nearby shops, restaurants, and cultural spots.

About 142 people live here, which is 71.4% of the building’s capacity. The average stay lasts 64 days. This shows the facility supports both people recovering after a hospital stay and those who need long-term nursing care.

Each resident gets 4 hours and 6 minutes of nursing care every day. This time is shared by RNs, LPNs, and certified nursing assistants. This team can help residents who need daily support as well as those who need more specific medical care.

Inspections at places like this often focus on common areas, including how medications are handled. This is standard and happens at every facility in the state.

Families can pay using Medicare, Medicaid, or private funds, offering a few ways to manage the costs.

The Towers Orlando offers flexible care, from short recovery stays to longer-term options. Its walkable location is a great benefit for visiting families, as you do not need a car to get around the area.

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Overview of Sweet Garden ALF

Sweet Garden ALF is an inviting community in Orlando, FL designed for residents looking for assisted living. Helping residents maintain their independence, the community offers just the right amount of assistance with daily living activities like medication management and personal care. A friendly care team is always available to attend to residents’ needs in the comfort of their carefully designed accommodations.

Residents maintain their wellness with access to various activities and wellness programs tailored to their capabilities and interests. With 24-hour security and emergency response systems in every residence, residents keep their comfort and peace of mind. At Sweet Garden ALF, residents lead the life they deserve amidst a supportive and inviting environment.

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Overview of Sweet Home Assistant Living

Set in the neighborhood of Orlando, FL, Sweet Home Assistant Living is a reliable community for residents in need of assisted living. With its intimate setting and reliable care teams that offer excellent assistance with daily living activities, the community ensures its residents are well-cared for. Here, residents maintain their autonomy in leading their lives while benefiting from supportive services like personal care support and medication management.

Residents’ days are filled with fulfilling and engaging activities designed to nurture their overall well-being. Caregivers and residents maintain a close relationship that fosters genuine care and hospitality. With compassionate care and vibrant programming, residents have what they need to create and experience their ideal golden years.

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Overview of Senior Garden Assisted Living

Maintain your independence while benefiting from compassionate support with Senior Garden Assisted Living, a welcoming community in Orlando, FL that offers assisted living. Find comfort in having support with your daily living activities within a vibrant setting. With access to services like medication management, personal care support, and mobility assistance, residents enjoy the utmost comfort and convenience.

Licensed nurses are always available, along with emergency response systems and 24-hour security, for residents’ safety and peace of mind. Engaging activities and wellness programs are also offered to help residents maintain their overall well-being. Here, residents are provided with the right amount of support and services to live comfortably while maintaining their independence.

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Overview of Living Florida Healthcare – Orlando

Living Florida Healthcare – Orlando sits in the Lake Fairview neighborhood, a single-story retirement community built for independent retirees age 62 and up. The property spreads across 13.5 landscaped acres, with walking paths and green space woven throughout. Housing comes as spacious one-room apartments, each with its own private bath and a kitchenette.

Medical support lives right on the property too. A doctor is on staff, backed by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. Skilled nursing and respite care are also available, covering short-term medical recovery as well as temporary relief for a primary caregiver who needs a break.

A courtyard with benches, walking paths, and a fountain gives residents a reason to step outside, and on-site exercise classes keep movement part of the routine. Movie nights add a family-friendly touch to the calendar, and a hair salon and dining hall handle the practical side of daily life.

Walking around the neighborhood is realistic here, at least some of the time. A Walk Score of 69 puts this at moderately walkable, so a handful of errands and amenities sit within reach on foot. Hospitals, pharmacies, restaurants, shops, and parks are all reachable by car or on foot.

Living Florida Healthcare – Orlando is a fit for independent retirees who want room to spread out on a landscaped property. On-site medical staff and access to skilled nursing or respite care add a layer of reassurance for whatever comes up along the way.

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Rankings on this page follow the same method as page 1: see how we rank these nursing homes.

Nursing Homes in Orlando at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Orlando, FL. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Orlando, FL. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.6/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Orlando, FL. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5