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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
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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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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
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Overview of Lake Bennet Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Lake Bennet Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is an astounding community set near delightful local amenities and Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital in Ocoee, FL, offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Featuring extensive care options, including palliative care, respite care, pain management, memory care, podiatry, and other specialized care, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive the utmost care they deserve. A compassionate and specially trained team ensures residents live comfortably in their golden years, providing assistance with their daily living activities around the clock.

From live entertainment to exciting outings, the community conducts a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs for residents’ leisure and wellness. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and meet dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a library, a dayroom, a cafe, a salon, and beautifully landscaped courtyards, creating the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Greenbriar Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Greenbriar Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offers reliable nursing home care in Bradenton, Florida. Offering a comprehensive range of services, from skilled nursing to rehabilitation therapies, Greenbriar ensures seniors receive top-notch care. Their commitment to seniors’ well-being extends beyond medical care, encompassing personal counseling, case management, and engaging activity programs. Residents benefit from physical, occupational, orthopedic, and neurological therapies, empowering them to thrive. Greenbriar’s diverse specialties and credible care create a sense of security for both seniors and their families.
In terms of amenities, Greenbriar excels, offering private and semi-private rooms, serene courtyard spaces, and a variety of menu choices. The convenience continues with on-site transportation, beauty and barber services, bedside and restroom emergency call systems, Wi-Fi, in-room TVs and phones, and engaging social activities like games, trivia, and arts and crafts. They go the extra mile with telehealth consultations, family conferencing, and video chats, ensuring residents stay connected and cared for in every way.

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Overview of Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center

Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center is an amazing place for seniors who want to enjoy a restful environment. Having a very relaxed atmosphere, the facility has really luxurious rooms, a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym, and a secure dementia unit with 24 beds. The staff at Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center work tirelessly to ensure that seniors are well taken care of. They offer 24-hour care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, rapid recovery, and memory care services. They went through specialized training that enables them to provide personalized care to all their patients. 
The facility’s focus on providing an environment that is supportive and nurturing for seniors sets them apart from the rest. They understand that every senior is unique and therefore requires different kinds of care. If you’re looking for a place where your loved one can receive personalized attention and treatment, then Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center may be the best fit. 

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Violet Gardens Assisted Living Facility

372 Sw Todd Avenue, Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Overview of Violet Gardens Assisted Living Facility

Live your dream retirement with Violet Gardens Assisted Living Facility, a warm and welcoming community in St. Lucie, FL, dedicated to offering an array of care options. Residents here enjoy a seamless transition between independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Their excellent care team customizes each resident’s care plan to ensure they match their need for personal care assistance, memory programs, or skilled nursing services.

The community makes sure residents feel safe and comfortable by providing an excellent care team available to address their needs and emergencies 24/7. Fun and exciting activities are also available to keep residents active and connected, making their golden years more vibrant. Here, they go above and beyond in creating an environment that fosters enrichment, independence, and freedom of choice.

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Overview of Villa Nora Alf INC

Settled in the neighborhood of Hialeah, FL, Villa Nora ALF INC is an intimate senior living community that provides compassionate assisted living and rehabilitation services. Residents here enjoy the privacy, safety, and comfort of their carefully designed studio or one-bedroom apartment. With 24/7 security and a compassionate team of licensed nurses, residents are guaranteed to receive the care and support they need to live comfortably in a safe and secure living environment.

Dedicated to providing residents a well-rounded living experience, the community conducts various activities and offers access to a wide range of amenities, such as a fitness area, beauty shop, game room, and massage therapy services. A dietitian and chef collaborate in curating healthy menus and preparing delicious and nourishing meals to satisfy residents’ unique dietary needs. With most of their tasks and chores taken care of by an attentive team, residents enjoy a carefree and comfortable living experience.

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Blessing ALF

1800 Ne 168Th St, North Miami Beach, FL 33162
Overview of Blessing Alf

Ideally set along the palm tree-lined street in North Miami Beach, FL, Blessing Alf is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ well-being, the community strives to provide top-tier care and support tailored to their unique needs and aspirations. Residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live to their potential within its purposely designed and intimate accommodations.

The community promotes a bright and friendly environment, ensuring residents live an active and well-connected lifestyle through fun-filled activities and enriching events. Here, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with delicious and healthy meals catering to their dietary needs and tastes. Make the most out of your best years with a trusted community attending to your personal needs.

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Amber Cove Inc.

288 Las Palmas St, Royal Palm Beach, Fl 33411, Usa
Overview of Amber Cove INC.

Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Amber Cove Inc. in Las Palmas Street, Royal Palm Beach, FL is a renowned senior living community providing assisted living. The community strives to provide a haven for up to six residents with its cozy and quaint setting. A team of licensed and well-trained professionals delivers top-notch care and assistance around the clock for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

Enrich your retirement with a full calendar of exciting events and engaging programs to celebrate little moments and maintain an active lifestyle. With its ideal location near hospitals and other local amenities, residents can easily access their necessities and desires. Accommodating special diets, the community prepares diverse dining options that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Amber Cove Inc. is great for seniors looking to optimize their freedom while having the utmost support they deserve.

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Overview of Cunningham Elderly LLC

Tucked away in Deltona, FL, Cunningham Elderly LLC is a compassionate residential care home that offers excellent assisted living services to residents who want to maintain their independence while benefiting from various assistance and support services. The community features a dedicated care team available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to provide assistance with daily living activities or other services residents may need to live comfortably. Here, residents are welcomed into a comfortable living environment that allows them to live a carefree and comfortable life.

The community offers an array of social activities to keep residents engaged, active and entertained while fostering a vibrant and enriching community atmosphere. Situated in Deltona, the community provides an ideal blend of a quiet suburban environment and convenient access to local amenities such as parks, medical centers, and shopping areas. Here, residents enjoy an intimate, family-oriented atmosphere that fosters close relationships and meaningful engagements.

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Overview of Guardian Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Seniors have the chance to live in elegance at the Guardian Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center while they cherish their golden years. The facility offers subacute nursing care, with nurses available to support residents until they regain their strength. Disease management, enteral feeding, wound care, IV therapies, tracheotomy, congestive heart failure, and more are just some of the services offered to help residents recover. With a spacious layout and a lot of beautifully curated common areas, the 99-bed facility is the perfect place for seniors to call home. The private bathroom and shower, along with amenities like WiFi, cable TV, and telephones, make the living space even more entertaining.

 
The facility now caters to a diverse group of individuals who seek comfort, care, and compassion in their later years. Guardian Care also contracts with hospice agencies to provide palliative care for those in need. The staff members work in perfect harmony, always putting the patient’s needs first, which makes the facility a great choice for those looking for a secure and supportive atmosphere as they age.

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Overview of South Dade Nursing and Rehab Center

Experience the highest quality of life with South Dade Nursing and Rehab Center, an astounding community located near Palmetto Bay Park in Miami, FL, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-tier care tailored to their special needs and preferences 24/7. With a kind and highly trained team helping with their needs, residents are guaranteed to jump back into their lives without worries.

Medicare and Medicaid are accepted in the community, easing residents’ financial challenges. Residents are also encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs. Diverse dining options are also available to meet residents’ healthcare needs and preferences. The community is great for those who need care and assistance for their complex needs, promising a worry-free and healing journey.

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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.

  • 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
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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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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.