Best Nursing Homes in Florida

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 270 nursing homes in 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.

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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Morselife Memory Care Residence
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
PC
SNF
West Palm Bch (Century Village)
218
Facility 218
FL AVG 104
Rank #11 / 237
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4.61
Facility 4.61
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #41 / 181
A+ +93%+14%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #1 / 180
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #1 / 180
-154-
33
Facility 33
FL AVG 44
Rank #157 / 262
Joseph L. Morse Health Center, Inc., The
$36.8MFiscal year ending 05/2024
Facility $36.8MFiscal year ending 05/2024
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #2 / 160
$22.3MFiscal year ending 05/2024
Facility $22.3MFiscal year ending 05/2024
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #3 / 160
60.7%Fiscal year ending 05/2024
Facility 60.7%Fiscal year ending 05/2024
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #64 / 160
105801
Life Care Center of Pensacola
NH
SNF
Pensacola (Northeast Pensacola)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 104
Rank #62 / 237
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #41 / 122
+7%
3.99
Facility 3.99
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #87 / 181
A- -1%-1%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
3
Facility 3
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #6 / 180
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #1 / 180
-113A+
41
Facility 41
FL AVG 44
Rank #132 / 262
Jennifer Lindley
$13.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #89 / 160
$8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #82 / 160
62.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #61 / 160
106073
Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Miami (Little Havana)
264
Facility 264
FL AVG 104
Rank #6 / 237
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4.17
Facility 4.17
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #69 / 181
A- +103%+3%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #93 / 180
4.8
Facility 4.8
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #109 / 180
-51A+
87
Facility 87
FL AVG 44
Rank #14 / 262
Ocean Bank
$40.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $40.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #1 / 160
$26.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $26.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #2 / 160
64.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 64.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #52 / 160
106031
Kendall Lakes Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Miami (West End)
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 104
Rank #45 / 237
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #31 / 122
+8%
3.49
Facility 3.49
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #157 / 181
A+ +94%-14%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #41 / 180
3.7
Facility 3.7
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #64 / 180
-142-
60
Facility 60
FL AVG 44
Rank #78 / 262
Kendall Lakes Snf Holdco LLC
$24.0MFiscal year ending 05/2024
Facility $24.0MFiscal year ending 05/2024
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #12 / 160
$9.9MFiscal year ending 05/2024
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 05/2024
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #55 / 160
41.5%Fiscal year ending 05/2024
Facility 41.5%Fiscal year ending 05/2024
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #150 / 160
686123
Edward J. Healey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
NH
Riviera Beach
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 104
Rank #62 / 237
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #102 / 122
-7%
5.38
Facility 5.38
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #18 / 181
A +166%+33%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #3 / 180
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #1 / 180
-98-
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 44
Rank #165 / 262
Candice Abbott
$9.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #131 / 160
$18.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #11 / 160
197.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 197.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #3 / 160
105838
Life Care Center of Melbourne
NH
SNF
Melbourne
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 104
Rank #62 / 237
97.4%
Facility 97.4%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #8 / 122
+11%
3.74
Facility 3.74
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #134 / 181
A+ -11%-7%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #46 / 180
4.0
Facility 4.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #74 / 180
-117-
39
Facility 39
FL AVG 44
Rank #138 / 262
Dana Delena
$15.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #63 / 160
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #83 / 160
54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #85 / 160
105291
Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Winter Haven
132
Facility 132
FL AVG 104
Rank #59 / 237
97.3%
Facility 97.3%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #9 / 122
+11%
5.04
Facility 5.04
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #24 / 181
A- -10%+25%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #63 / 180
5.0
Facility 5.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #117 / 180
-128-
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 44
Rank #115 / 262
Daniel Melton
$20.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #21 / 160
$11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #43 / 160
54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #83 / 160
105730
Ponce Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Miami (Little Havana)
147
Facility 147
FL AVG 104
Rank #51 / 237
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #37 / 122
+8%
3.44
Facility 3.44
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #166 / 181
A +117%-15%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #53 / 180
4.3
Facility 4.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #88 / 180
-139A+
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 44
Rank #6 / 262
Ponce Opco Holdings, LLC
$17.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #41 / 160
$8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #85 / 160
46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #132 / 160
106021
Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Miami
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 104
Rank #45 / 237
94.5%
Facility 94.5%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #40 / 122
+8%
3.64
Facility 3.64
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #148 / 181
A +72%-10%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #93 / 180
4.8
Facility 4.8
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #109 / 180
-142-
61
Facility 61
FL AVG 44
Rank #76 / 262
Sinai Opco Holdings, LLC
$16.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #50 / 160
$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #93 / 160
47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #129 / 160
105711
Jackson Memorial Long-Term Care Center
NH
SNF
Miami (Allapattah)
180
Facility 180
FL AVG 104
Rank #17 / 237
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
FL AVG 87.8%
Rank #16 / 122
+9%
4.19
Facility 4.19
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #69 / 181
A- +134%+4%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 184
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #31 / 180
3.0
Facility 3.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #35 / 180
1172-
82
Facility 82
FL AVG 44
Rank #25 / 262
-
$19.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $19.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #32 / 160
$21.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $21.2MFiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #4 / 160
111.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 111.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG 72.2%
Rank #22 / 160
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Overview of Morselife Memory Care Residence

Morselife Memory Care Residence offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in West Palm Beach, FL. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing has licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Hospice care supports needs at the end of life, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management for someone with serious illness. With multiple care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The 218 bed residence is in the Century Village neighborhood, placing it among larger communities with more residents, more staff, and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 37 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 33 out of 100 describes a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay gives families a direct payment option for care. Rehabilitation services include short term rehab and Parkinson’s Therapy, giving residents access to temporary recovery focused care or therapy related to Parkinson’s disease. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community.

Kayla Danford is the administrator, and The Joseph L. Morse Health Center operates the community.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Pensacola

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Pensacola, FL, Life Care Center of Pensacola is an inviting senior living community, offering compassionate skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services. Accommodations here are built to cater to residents’ unique needs and equipped with various in-house amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, bedside and bathroom call lights, and fire safety systems. With a team of skilled caregivers, nurses and therapists for speech, physical, and occupational therapy services, residents are sure to maintain their overall well-being.

Vibrant activities and delicious meals are also offered to give residents a more enjoyable living experience. Convenient services, such as housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are also offered to save residents from the hassles of daily living. A wide array of amenities, such as a salon, library, and beautifully landscaped grounds and courtyards are also available for a more enjoyable living experience.

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Overview of Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Little Havana, Miami, Florida. The setting is for residents who need ongoing nursing and medical oversight rather than independent living, and it may suit someone whose care needs call for that level of support.

With 264 beds, the facility is a large nursing setting with many residents and staff on site. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 10 minutes per resident. Those figures describe the nursing time available for each resident’s daily clinical care.

Medical care and nursing care are available for residents with ongoing clinical needs. Rehabilitation services can support recovery from an illness, injury, or procedure, while the respiratory program is relevant to residents whose care plans include respiratory support.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes to evaluate for admission and ongoing care. Occupancy is 96%. Families should confirm current bed availability before planning an admission.

Residents can use nutrition services, recreational activities, and social work at the facility. A salon and spa are also available, so residents can ask about receiving those services without leaving the facility.

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Overview of Kendall Lakes Health and Rehabilitation Center

Find the care you need with Kendall Lakes Health and Rehabilitation Center, an esteemed community in Miami, FL, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With a wide range of care options, including neurological care, wound care, and orthopedic rehabilitation, residents receive care according to their needs and preferences. A compassionate and well-trained team helps residents around the clock, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Residents spend their days as they please with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging social events that aim to keep them active and well-connected. Dietitian-approved meals are also served to accommodate residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s nurturing and friendly environment makes it an enticing option for those seeking exceptional care to live comfortably in their golden years and jump back into their lives.

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Overview of Edward J. Healey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Health Care District of Palm Beach County Skilled Nursing Center is an award-winning community in Riviera Beach, FL, offering excellent skilled nursing care. The community dedicated itself to providing quality and compassionate care to residents living with a chronic condition or recovering from hospitalization. Residents here have access to short-term, long-term rehabilitation, and 24/7 skilled nursing care to ensure their every need is effectively met.

The community also makes sure residents have a vibrant life outside their treatment by offering an array of fun and engaging activities tailored to their interests and skills. Nutrition is also a key component of their care plans, offering residents dietician-approved meals with accommodations to special diets. With 24/7 supervision, a compassionate team of care professionals, and thoughtful wellness amenities, residents here are guaranteed to maintain their well-being and full potential.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Melbourne

Life Care Center of Melbourne is a senior community in the scenic environs of Melbourne, Florida. This remarkable facility is dedicated to providing skilled nursing care that aims to enhance the independence of its residents and patients. It is the nearest inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation nursing home within the community. The facility’s rehabilitation gym is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment designed to facilitate the achievement of recovery goals for residents and patients.
Life Care Center of Melbourne is conveniently situated across the street from the esteemed Holmes Regional Medical Center. It is also strategically positioned near pristine beaches and a mere hour’s drive south of the iconic Kennedy Space Center. Notably, Life Care Center of Melbourne has garnered recognition, as it was named one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for the year 2022-2023, a testament to its unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care and service.

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Overview of Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center

Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Winter Haven, FL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring resort-style amenities, the community ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. Residents can also focus on their healing and recovery with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care to help them return to their routines.

Light exercises, social events, and various activities encourage residents to live actively and have fun. A movie theater and a cafe bistro are among the upscale amenities available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated near lakes, like Spring Lake and Lake Silver, restaurants, and the Northgate Shopping Center, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it an ideal option for senior living in Florida.

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Overview of Ponce Health and Rehabilitation Center

Ponce Health and Rehabilitation Center is proud to be a member of the Onyx Health senior living community that boasts an upscale lifestyle. As an Onyx Health home, Ponce Health and Rehabilitation Center practices contemporary forward-thinking lifestyle care. The nursing and rehabilitation community is considerably one of the best in its class brought by their progressive approach to rehabilitative care. Ponce Health and Rehabilitation Center boasts their innovative and modern approach to senior care; they have ensured that they provide a spectrum of care as they understand the unique needs of each individual.
As an Onyx Health senior living community, Ponce Health provides premier essential amenities and services designed to accommodate and attend to any need that comes up. They offer skilled post-acute nursing, customized rehabilitation programs, and long-term care services. Other community features exclusively offer private and semi-private rooms, restaurant-style dining, and scheduled transportation services. A beautiful interior structured into the building immediately gives off a relaxing ambiance the moment one steps inside the community.

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Overview of Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation Center

Ideally located in the charming neighborhood of Miami, FL, Shoreside Health and Rehabilitation Center is a reliable senior care provider that offers excellent skilled nursing, premium short term, rehabilitative, and long term care services. The community ensures residents receive the care and support they need to thrive and recover successfully from their hospitalization through its wide array of specialized services, from 24-hour nursing care to social services and discharge planning. A team of trusted care experts are always on standby to make sure residents are well-cared for in a comfortable healing environment.

Offering a world-class approach to short-term therapy, the community features a well-equipped therapy gym, state of the art equipment, and a highly-skilled team of therapists. The community ensures residents enjoy plenty of opportunities for fun, entertainment and socialization even as they recover with a vibrant array of daily activities and social events. Fine restaurant-style dining is also offered to guarantee residents eat healthy and right on time during their stay within the community.

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Overview of Jackson Memorial Long-Term Care Center

Jackson Memorial is a non-profit community with a secure and safe environment that enhances the quality of life for every of their residents. A lot of the activities offered are engaging and stimulating so as to cultivate their mental and physical abilities.The community strives to ensure that their residents are given the right care in a welcoming environment.  Jackson Memorial Long-Term Care Center is a person-centered community that is able to cater to their needs delivered with fine hospitality.
Jackson is a 180-bed building with 24/7 support staff amenities and services that make residential life easy; these include recreational activities, on-site medical services (podiatry, dentistry, geriatric), and personalized laundry services– to name a few of their features that help nurture the wellness of each resident.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Nursing Homes in Florida at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Florida. 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 Florida. 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: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Florida. 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Florida

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Florida?

Assisted living in Florida is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Florida Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Florida Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 270 nursing homes in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Florida?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Florida, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Florida?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.