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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
105255
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Rosie’s Manor

1910 Se Rainier Rd, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34952, Usa
Overview of Rosie’s Manor

Discover the charm and warmth of Rosie’s Manor ALF, located in Port St. Lucie, FL, providing residential care home services. The community offers a private home and a nurturing and community-style living space for seniors seeking individualized care and assistance with daily living activities. A dedicated team strives to enhance the quality of living for seniors to live a vibrant lifestyle throughout their stay.

The community offers above-and-beyond amenities and services that enrich the daily lives of its residents. Experience its lively calendar with planned social and recreational activities, along with educational and community events. Create unforgettable memories and lasting connections with new friends within the amazing spaces of this beautiful community. With Rosie’s Manor ALF, every moment is crafted to celebrate life and foster a vibrant and fulfilling experience for all.

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L & C Care LLC

2048 Se Harding St, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34952, Usa
Overview of L & C Care LLC

Tucked in the beautiful setting of Southeast Harding Street, Port St. Lucie, FL, is the trusted senior living community of L & C Care LLC that provides assisted living. The community strives to provide comfortable and safe accommodations for seniors with its private and semi-private rooms that are wheelchair accessible and pet-friendly. Moreover, music therapy and monthly pool therapy are offered to enhance seniors’ well-being.

Play games with friends and maintain an active lifestyle through meticulously thought-of activities and programs. Here, residents also enjoy hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. L & C Care LLC is an enticing option for seniors looking for assistance in their golden years. The community also accepts Medicaid, private pay, and social security to help seniors by easing financial burdens.

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Toni Mary Home ALF Corp

1662 Sw Alvaton Ave, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34953, Usa
Overview of Toni Mary Home Alf CORP

Set amidst the serene and quiet neighborhood of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, Toni Mary Home Alf CORP is a peaceful senior living community, offering excellent assisted living services. The community provides its residents with comfortable and thoughtfully designed accommodations that provide residents with utmost comfort and privacy. Residents are always at ease, knowing that a hardworking and reliable care team is always on standby to attend to their care needs and emergencies.

Offering an array of convenient services, including housekeeping and linen services, the community aims to lessen residents’ chores and worries to give them more time for fun activities. Chef-inspired meals are offered daily to give residents the nutrients and energy they need to live each day actively. Various amenities are also offered, such as massage services and monthly physician checkups to ensure residents are always feeling their best.

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Overview of Larry’s Family 1 Care Alf LLC

Set in the blissful neighborhood of Tampa, FL, Larry’s Family 1 Care Alf LLC is an intimate and inviting senior living community that offers an ideal space for assisted living. Residents here are well-cared for and supported with a reliable team of care experts available to offer various assistance. Snug and spacious accommodations provide residents with a relaxing space for enjoying their personal times, taking their well-deserved rest, or inviting their family and friends over.

Dedicated to helping residents live a vibrant and fulfilling retirement experience, Larry’s Family 1 Care Alf LLC regularly conducts an array of engaging activities with something for everyone to enjoy. Delectable meals are also offered to give residents the convenience of not having to prepare their own meals. Here, the community, residents, their families, and caregivers work in collaboration for a harmonious living experience that benefits all.

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Cassie’s Castle II

117 Barcelona Dr, Royal Palm Beach, Fl 33411, Usa
Overview of Cassie’s Castle II

Conveniently situated at 117 Barcelona Dr Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411, Cassle’s Castle II provides exceptional memory care and resident care home services for its residents. The community is thoughtfully designed with seniors in mind, having spacious and beautifully appointed accommodations to ensure comfort and relaxation throughout their stay. In terms of memory care, residents can receive round-the-clock personalized care and support through its well-equipped and empathetic team.

Here, residents are treated to delicious and nutritious meal options while enjoying a rich array of activities that invigorate the body, mind, and spirit. A variety of top-quality healthcare services including medication management, incontinence care, diabetic care, high acuity care, and non-ambulatory care are also available and provided by its professional team. Cassie’s Castle II is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their independence while receiving the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

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The Retreat on Bywood III

150 Sw Port St Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34984, Usa
Overview of The Retreat on Bywood III

Experience senior living to its fullest with The Retreat on Bywood III located at 150 SW Port Saint Lucie Blvd Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983, offering assisted living and residential care services. This community prioritizes comfort and convenience, with spacious and beautifully designed accommodations, tailored to the immediate needs and interests of its residents. Moreover, the community is dedicated to providing a personalized level of quality care services in a safe and supportive environment through a highly trained and compassionate team.

With a serene and inspiring indoor setting, residents can have endless options to have fun, make friends, and relax. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals, prepared by a talented culinary team, that satisfy cravings and provide dietary needs. Regular housekeeping and laundry services are also available that add comfort to the place. The Retreat on Bywood III is ideal for seniors seeking a blissful and secure living experience.

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The Retreat on Bywood II

1913 Sw Mcallister Ln, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34953, Usa
Overview of The Retreat on Bywood II

Located at 1913 SW Mccalister Ln Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983, The Retreat on Bywood II is an esteemed senior living community that provides a welcoming haven for seniors seeking assisted living and residential care services. The community features a safe, relaxing, and supportive environment ensuring seniors make the most out of their retirement. With its well-appointed and convenient accommodations, along with a passionate team, residents are assured of top-quality personalized care for an enriching living experience.

Explore its top-tier amenities and services offering ease, convenience, and reliability. Live a secure and relaxing life in this community with its professional on-site medication management and personal care services. Create unforgettable memories and lasting connections with new friends within its amazing common spaces. With The Retreat on Bywood I, seniors can truly thrive and be themselves in every way.

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Grace House

6755 Nw Monoco Ct, Port St. Lucie, Fl 34983, Usa
Overview of Grace House

Nestled in the peaceful setting of Port Saint Lucie, FL, Grace House is a welcoming senior living community, offering excellent assisted living services to residents needing added assistance with their daily routines. From personal care assistance and medication administration to companionship and therapy services, residents here are guaranteed access to the care they need to live comfortably. A reliable professional team, consisting of a CNA/NAR, HCA/HHA, Med Tech, and RN, is available 24/7 to make sure residents are always well cared for.

Residents’ lives are enriched with vibrant and fulfilling experiences, thanks to the community’s vibrant calendar of activities and a cozy dining area that fosters bonding and sharing meaningful conversations over delicious meals. Deveral safety features are installed within the community to make sure residents are always safe and secure. Residents here are also free to choose the accommodation that matches their preference and needs, ensuring they can comfortably enjoy their personal time.

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Overview of Villa Lea at Viera

Enjoy every moment of your best years with the idyllic senior living community of Villa Lea at Viera in Jacques Drive, Melbourne, FL, providing assisted living. With its dedication to enhancing seniors’ wellness, the community also offers nursing and rehabilitation services. A team of reliable and well-trained professionals handles seniors’ daily living activities and utilizes a medication documentation system to ensure they are well-cared for.

Celebrate your milestones with friends and gain meaningful experience through a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs. Hospice coordination is also available to guide seniors and families with end-of-life journeys. Villa Lea at Viera is a haven for seniors aiming to maximize their independence with top-tier care and assistance.

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Overview of Rome’s Paradise Assisted Living LLC

Dedicated to improving seniors’ well-being, Rome’s Paradise Assisted Living is a distinguished senior living community in Delmonico Street NE, Palm Bay, FL, offering assisted living, adult day care, respite care, and hospice care. The community prides itself on a team of reliable and well-trained professionals delivering the highest quality of care and assistance 24/7. With assistance with daily living, medication, and security systems all over the community, seniors can ease their worries and enjoy a safe and secure retirement.

For residents’ convenience, the community also provides transportation to medical appointments and laundry services, ensuring they have more time to do the things they enjoy. Dietitian-approved, delightful meals are served every mealtime for hassle-free dining with friends. Rome’s Paradise Assisted Living LLC is ideal for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom with a trusted community by their side.

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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
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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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.