Other senior care options in Florida:

Best Nursing Homes in Florida

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 267 nursing homes in Florida using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in FL
Reviewed by
Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
267 homes
Other senior care options in Florida:

Video Tour: Top-rated Nursing Homes facilities in Florida.

Watch this Video to see Florida's Top-rated Senior Communities
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

Compare Nursing Homes around Florida

The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

165 facilities compared · CMS & FL Dept. of Health data

Westminster Woods on Julington Creek
NH
AL
IL
MC
Fruit Cove (Saint Johns)
80
Facility 80
FL AVG 89
Rank #582 / 1074
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #108 / 258
+7%
4.12
Facility 4.12
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #91 / 253
+4%+2%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
93
Facility 93
FL AVG 83
Rank #203 / 876
---55C-
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 40
Rank #570 / 1486
Edward Amley
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #34 / 257
$11.9M
Facility $11.9M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #44 / 257
132.7%
Facility 132.7%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #209 / 257
105901
Terracina Grand
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Naples
200
Facility 200
FL AVG 89
Rank #38 / 1074
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #116 / 258
+7%
4.20
Facility 4.20
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #75 / 253
+66%+4%
$10.9k
Facility $10.9k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #181 / 258
76
Facility 76
FL AVG 83
Rank #641 / 876
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #10 / 252
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #16 / 252
-26A+
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1224 / 1486
2012 Goodman Family Gst
$5.5M
Facility $5.5M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #247 / 257
$2.6M
Facility $2.6M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #232 / 257
46.1%
Facility 46.1%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #28 / 257
106129
Sun Towers Retirement Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sun City Center
286
Facility 286
FL AVG 89
Rank #6 / 1074
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #39 / 258
+12%
3.76
Facility 3.76
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #145 / 253
-35%-7%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 83
Rank #383 / 876
11
Facility 11
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #53 / 252
3.7
Facility 3.7
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #94 / 252
-126A+
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 40
Rank #448 / 1486
Sak Jr. LLC
$19.7M
Facility $19.7M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #73 / 257
$12.0M
Facility $12.0M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #46 / 257
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #81 / 257
105319
The Oaks of Clearwater
NH
AL
IL
MC
Clearwater (Oak Bluffs)
175
Facility 175
FL AVG 89
Rank #84 / 1074
29.7%
Facility 29.7%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #253 / 258
-65%
4.55
Facility 4.55
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #50 / 253
-50%+13%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
67
Facility 67
FL AVG 83
Rank #770 / 876
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #210 / 252
6.0
Facility 6.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #201 / 252
-46B-
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 40
Rank #291 / 1486
Oaks On The Bay LLC
$5.8M
Facility $5.8M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #46 / 257
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #185 / 257
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #254 / 257
105323
Westminster Oaks Tallahassee
NH
AL
IL
MC
Tallahassee
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #16 / 258
+14%
4.20
Facility 4.20
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #75 / 253
+18%+4%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 83
Rank #128 / 876
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #10 / 252
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #16 / 252
-113-
1
Facility 1
FL AVG 40
Rank #1428 / 1486
James Bogner
$17.8M
Facility $17.8M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #12 / 257
$17.5M
Facility $17.5M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #21 / 257
98.2%
Facility 98.2%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #217 / 257
105854
Brookdale Palmer Ranch
NH
AL
IL
MC
Sarasota (Bee Ridge)
118
Facility 118
FL AVG 89
Rank #337 / 1074
61.6%
Facility 61.6%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #243 / 258
-27%
4.61
Facility 4.61
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #50 / 253
-23%+14%
$59.7k
Facility $59.7k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #222 / 258
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 83
Rank #589 / 876
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #172 / 252
4.8
Facility 4.8
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #158 / 252
645A+
3
Facility 3
FL AVG 40
Rank #1383 / 1486
Brea Emeritus LLC
$11.4M
Facility $11.4M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #222 / 257
$7.4M
Facility $7.4M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #148 / 257
65.3%
Facility 65.3%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #3 / 257
106022
Oak Manor Senior Living Community
NH
AL
IL
Largo (Anona)
150
Facility 150
FL AVG 89
Rank #135 / 1074
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #226 / 258
-17%
3.63
Facility 3.63
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #198 / 253
-37%-10%
$4.0k
Facility $4.0k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #161 / 258
73
Facility 73
FL AVG 83
Rank #692 / 876
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #73 / 252
2.2
Facility 2.2
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #28 / 252
-131-
19
Facility 19
FL AVG 40
Rank #1109 / 1486
Brad Graham
$14.3M
Facility $14.3M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #152 / 257
$6.9M
Facility $6.9M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #136 / 257
48%
Facility 48%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #104 / 257
105248
Gulf Coast Village-
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
NC
Cape Coral (Hancock)
151
Facility 151
FL AVG 89
Rank #134 / 1074
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #152 / 258
+4%
5.21
Facility 5.21
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #26 / 253
---+59%+29%
$37.1k
Facility $37.1k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #213 / 258
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 83
Rank #383 / 876
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #205 / 252
7.3
Facility 7.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #224 / 252
987-
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1224 / 1486
Volunteers Of America
$33.3M
Facility $33.3M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #13 / 257
$17.5M
Facility $17.5M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #11 / 257
52.7%
Facility 52.7%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #194 / 257
105672
Life Care Center at Inverrary
NH
Lauderhill (Inverrary)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
89.2%
Facility 89.2%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #134 / 258
+6%
4.08
Facility 4.08
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #91 / 253
+52%+1%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
-
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #161 / 252
7.3
Facility 7.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #224 / 252
-108A+
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 40
Rank #1224 / 1486
Cody Brayton
$13.5M
Facility $13.5M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #104 / 257
$8.0M
Facility $8.0M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #121 / 257
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #177 / 257
106047
Canterbury Tower
NH
AL
IL
RC
Tampa (South Tampa)
17
Facility 17
FL AVG 89
Rank #889 / 1074
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #1 / 258
+19%
6.47
Facility 6.47
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #3 / 253
-6%+60%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 83
Rank #128 / 876
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #23 / 252
3.0
Facility 3.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #53 / 252
-32A+
56
Facility 56
FL AVG 40
Rank #407 / 1486
Caridad Vinas
$3.4M
Facility $3.4M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #181 / 257
$4.8M
Facility $4.8M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #206 / 257
142.4%
Facility 142.4%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #162 / 257
105326
The Glenview at Pelican Bay
NH
IL
Naples (North Naples)
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 89
Rank #804 / 1074
87.8%
Facility 87.8%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #151 / 258
+4%
4.87
Facility 4.87
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #32 / 253
+28%+21%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
-
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #23 / 252
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #16 / 252
-39A+
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 40
Rank #954 / 1486
Pelican Bay Cooperative Housing Corp
$7.4M
Facility $7.4M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #64 / 257
$10.8M
Facility $10.8M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #45 / 257
147.2%
Facility 147.2%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #100 / 257
105856
Tierra Pines Center
NH
PC
RC
Largo (Monterey Lakes Apartments)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
94.8%
Facility 94.8%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #31 / 258
+12%
3.72
Facility 3.72
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #175 / 253
-32%-8%
$4.1k
Facility $4.1k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #162 / 258
-
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #142 / 252
4.0
Facility 4.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #112 / 252
-113A+
63
Facility 63
FL AVG 40
Rank #309 / 1486
Theresa Felicione
$12.9M
Facility $12.9M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #195 / 257
$6.5M
Facility $6.5M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #167 / 257
50.2%
Facility 50.2%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #40 / 257
105398
Health Center at Sinai Residences
NH
AL
IL
MC
Boca Raton
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 89
Rank #627 / 1074
89.6%
Facility 89.6%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #125 / 258
+6%
4.56
Facility 4.56
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #50 / 253
+56%+13%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 83
Rank #128 / 876
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #26 / 252
3.5
Facility 3.5
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #84 / 252
-57A+
26
Facility 26
FL AVG 40
Rank #976 / 1486
Federation Ccrc Development, LLC
$17.8M
Facility $17.8M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #8 / 257
$19.6M
Facility $19.6M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #5 / 257
110%
Facility 110%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #198 / 257
106111
St Mark Village, Inc.
NH
AL
IL
MC
Palm Harbor (Highland Lakes)
88
Facility 88
FL AVG 89
Rank #549 / 1074
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #226 / 258
-17%
4.79
Facility 4.79
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #38 / 253
-9%+19%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 83
Rank #128 / 876
4
Facility 4
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #10 / 252
2.0
Facility 2.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #16 / 252
-49A+
40
Facility 40
FL AVG 40
Rank #725 / 1486
Jeffrey Gorddard
$24.6M
Facility $24.6M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #57 / 257
$13.3M
Facility $13.3M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #34 / 257
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #71 / 257
105378
John Knox Village of Florida, Inc.
NH
AL
IL
MC
Pompano Beach
64
Facility 64
FL AVG 89
Rank #682 / 1074
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #170 / 258
+1%
5.88
Facility 5.88
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #10 / 253
+48%+46%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
90
Facility 90
FL AVG 83
Rank #314 / 876
14
Facility 14
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #86 / 252
4.7
Facility 4.7
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #150 / 252
-161B-
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 40
Rank #114 / 1486
Richard Aronowitz
$20.5M
Facility $20.5M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #1 / 257
$26.2M
Facility $26.2M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #1 / 257
128.1%
Facility 128.1%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #225 / 257
105255
Rows per page:
Nursing Home Explorer

Nami Home 2

11120 Sw 10Th St, Pembroke Pines, Fl 33025, Usa
Overview of Nami Home 2

Based in Pembroke Pines, FL, Nami Home 2 is a peaceful community for those who need reliable assisted living services. The community caters to residents in need of assistance with their daily living activities and those who require support in managing their memory-related conditions. With access to services like personal care assistance, medication management, and memory care, residents are guaranteed to stay well-cared for even as their needs change.

Each accommodation is equipped with 24/7 security and emergency response systems for a safe and secure environment. The combination of healthy meals and enriching activities guarantees well-maintained health and well-being. Catering to only a few residents, the community allows for truly personalized care and focused attention.

Contact Nami Home 2

A Loving Hand Facility Care LLC

554 Nw Kilpatrick Ave, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34983, Usa
Overview of A Loving Hand Facility Care LLC

Have a glorious retirement with A Loving Hand Facility Care LLC, conveniently situated at 554 Kilpatrick Ave., Port Saint Lucie, FL, offering memory care, residential care home, and adult day services. Living arrangements include spacious and convenient accommodations with several floor plans, tailored to fit various preferences. With its well-trained and compassionate team, residents can receive round-the-clock personalized care and support they deserve, ensuring peace of mind in a home-like environment.

Life at A Loving Hand Facility Care LLC is enriched by a range of top-tier amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy cravings and provide dietary needs. The community also offers healthcare services such as staffing and ancillary services, incontinence care, non-ambulatory care, diabetic care, and medication management. Engage in a lively calendar of both on-site and off-site social activities and life-enrichment programs that boost engagement and growth. Here, life is celebrated with joy, comfort, and excellence.

Contact A Loving Hand Facility Care LLC

Sunshine Family ALF LLC

5817 Nw Gerald Cir, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34986, Usa
Overview of Sunshine Family Alf LLC

Overlooking the serene neighborhood of Port Saint Lucie , FL, Sunshine Family Alf LLC is a compassionate senior living community that specializes in assisted living. The community aims to provide residents all the services they need to live comfortably, including support with their daily living activities, medication management, and personal care assistance. Residents are provided with private and semi-private rooms surrounded with 24-hour care and safety monitoring that ensure they are safe and secure in a comfortable living environment.

Fun and vibrant activities are also offered to provide residents opportunities for an active and dynamic living experience. Meals services are also covered to ensure residents enjoy delicious and nutritious meals. Here, residents and families can rest easy knowing they are in great hands and receiving the care and support they need to live their lives to the fullest.

Contact Sunshine Family ALF LLC

Savorah ALF Inc

2314 Sw Ranch Ave, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34953, Usa
Overview of Savorah Alf INC

Based in the charming city of Port St. Lucie, FL, Savorah Alf INC is a warm and inviting senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and Adult Day services. The community ensures residents are well-cared for with the aid of a compassionate and hardworking care team, trained to assist residents with their daily living activities and provide other healthcare services they may need to continue living healthy and comfortably. Cozy and inviting accommodations, equipped with wheelchair accessible showers and other conveniences are offered for a relaxing living experience.

Vibrant activities and programs are regularly scheduled to provide residents with the opportunities they need for connection and life enrichment. Delicious and nutritionally-balanced meals are also offered with accommodation for special diets and preferences, ensuring residents enjoy a delightful dining experience. Spacious common areas are also available to foster meaningful interactions among residents to help them maintain a strong sense of belonging.

Contact Savorah ALF Inc

Overview of Arrows Senior Care

Situated in the peaceful residential area of Walden Pond Cove, Longwood, FL is the reliable senior living community of Arrows Senior Care providing assisted living. The community can accommodate up to six residents with its intimate and welcoming setting. Striving to meet seniors’ needs and preferences, a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals delivers the highest quality of care and assistance for seniors around the clock.

Pursue your interests and gain meaningful experiences with a robust calendar of engaging activities and enjoyable programs ranging from arts and crafts to fitness classes. The community strengthens family connections by encouraging more visits. Have a delightful dining experience with dietitian-approved meals that satisfy cravings and dietary needs. Arrows Senior Care is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom with its state-of-the-art amenities and excellent services.

Contact Arrows Senior Care

Overview of Fort Myers Nursing and Rehab

Fort Myers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, nestled in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida, offers a homely atmosphere within its 120-bed facility. It emerges as a premier senior care provider, not just for its top-notch care, but also for its beautifully appointed surroundings. The center prides itself on delivering high-caliber services, including exceptional short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. Their comprehensive care services encompass specialized areas such as cardiac care, diabetes management, hospice care, memory care, post-surgical support, orthopedic and stroke rehabilitation, as well as pain and nutritional management.

Beyond its state-of-the-art amenities, Fort Myers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center boasts an engaged and compassionate staff. Residents can find solace in the hands of professionals who not only provide exceptional care but also create a warm and supportive environment. In every aspect, this facility prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, making it a beacon of exceptional senior living in Fort Myers.

Contact Fort Myers Nursing and Rehab

Overview of Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center

A recipient of the 5-Star Quality Measures rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, Bayshore Pointe Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility in Tampa. It offers a wide range of clinical services such as infusion therapy, wound care, enteral therapy, and rehabilitation, to name a few, through its subacute care, long-term care, respite care, and hospice care programs. It promotes accessible medical services as it accepts numerous insurance providers including BayCare, Aetna, Medicare, TRICARE, Coventry, Medicaid, and DevotedHealth.
Their dedication to providing care reflects in their specialty programs specifically designed to serve patients with complex illnesses or treatment plans that can’t be fully addressed using their current resources. Through these programs wherein additional training, education, and specialized equipment are provided to staff and caregivers, a holistic recovery is assured for each individual. Bayshore Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center ensures all of its residents and patients are cared for with its amazing staff and holistic approach to giving quality care.

Contact Bayshore Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center

Overview of United Lives Leisure Facilities, INC.

Ideally located in Homestead, FL, United Lives Leisure Facilities, Inc. is an enticing senior living community that offers luxurious assisted living. Here, residents can enjoy a selection of elegant and well-appointed accommodations with varying floor plans thoughtfully designed and tailored to their preferences. The community features a safe and home-based environment wherein every resident is treated like a member of the family. Having a professional and dedicated team, residents can receive the top-notch personalized care and support they deserve round-the-clock.

With a focus on comfort, security, and wellness, the community provides a rich array of amenities and services including a large luxurious pool, the most sophisticated monitoring system, and a health-conscious jacuzzi. Have fun with a lively calendar of exciting activities and programs and form new and lasting friendships. With United Lives Leisure Facilities, Inc., seniors can truly enjoy an active and fulfilling living experience.

Contact United Lives Leisure Facilities, Inc.

Overview of Vitality Spring Resort Alf LLC

Continue living the lifestyle you deserve with Vitality Spring Resort Alf LLC, an inviting senior living community in Port Saint Lucie, FL, offering exceptional assisted living services. Residents here flourish with a round the clock care team consisting of nurses, certified nursing assistants, and home health aides who are highly experienced in caring for the elderly. An extensive array of services, including personal care, respite care, and limited nursing and mental health services are offered to ensure residents are well-cared for.

Residents here enjoy endless possibilities for recreation with a vibrant array of activities and programs designed to provide everyone something to enjoy. Various conveniences, including housekeeping are offered to free residents from the common hassles of daily living. Delicious meals and refreshing snacks are also available to ensure residents enjoy a delightful dining experience.

Contact Vitality Spring Resort ALF LLC

Overview of Bright Morning Star Alf

Live your life to the fullest with the astounding senior living community of Bright Morning Star Alf located in the serene neighborhood of West 7th Street, Chuluota, FL, offering assisted living and home care. The community also features 24-hour nursing care and manages medication to ensure seniors receive the utmost care and support they deserve. A team of competent and highly trained professionals assists with daily living activities for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.

Have fun and create unforgettable moments through engaging activities and enriching programs. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences for the finest dining experience. Bright Morning Star Alf strives to create a haven for seniors to spend their golden years doing the things they love.

Contact Bright Morning Star ALF

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.

  • 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
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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 267 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.