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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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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Florida average is: 72.3% 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.
Winter Park Care and Rehabilitation Center
NH
Winter Park (Winter Park Pines)
103
Facility 103
FL AVG 88
Rank #416 / 1,058
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
FL AVG 87.4%
Rank #101 / 121
-7%0.00 -22%-100%
$74.0k
Facility $74.0k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #160 / 183
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #174 / 179
6.0
Facility 6.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #142 / 179
683-
67
Facility 67
FL AVG 42
Rank #250 / 1,427
Orchid Cove Health Group LLC
$11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #110 / 159
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #147 / 159
34.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 34.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.3%
Rank #158 / 159
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Pinellas Park Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Pinellas Park
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
--- - -40%-
$19.7k
Facility $19.7k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #140 / 183
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #107 / 179
4.2
Facility 4.2
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #90 / 179
2--
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 42
Rank #165 / 1,427
David Mcmillon
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #99 / 159
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #122 / 159
51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.3%
Rank #106 / 159
105422
Ansley Court LLC
NH
AL
SNF
Maitland
112
Facility 112
FL AVG 88
Rank #359 / 1,058
--- +1%-
$87.6k
Facility $87.6k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #165 / 183
35
Facility 35
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #168 / 179
4.4
Facility 4.4
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #97 / 179
526-
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,085 / 1,427
Senior Living Investors I LLC
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #135 / 159
$4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #144 / 159
50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.3%
Rank #107 / 159
105886
Orchid Cove at Palm Harbor
NH
Palm Harbor
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
FL AVG 87.4%
Rank #58 / 121
+6%
3.79
Facility 3.79
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #122 / 180
-45%-6%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 183
34
Facility 34
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #163 / 179
8.5
Facility 8.5
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #172 / 179
4111-
55
Facility 55
FL AVG 42
Rank #427 / 1,427
Highlands Blvd Parent LLC$8.5M*Fiscal year ending 11/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$3.5M*Fiscal year ending 11/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.41.2%*Fiscal year ending 11/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.105394
Gulf Coast Village-
NH
AL
CCRC(
HC
IL
MC
SNF
Cape Coral (Hancock)
151
Facility 151
FL AVG 88
Rank #131 / 1,058
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4.79
Facility 4.79
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #31 / 180
---+59%+19%
$37.1k
Facility $37.1k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #150 / 183
29
Facility 29
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #146 / 179
7.3
Facility 7.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #158 / 179
989-
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,224 / 1,427
Volunteers Of America
$33.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #3 / 159
$17.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #13 / 159
52.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 72.3%
Rank #93 / 159
105672
Westminster Manor-
NH
AL
CCRC(
HC
IL
MC
SNF
Bradenton
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 88
Rank #718 / 1,058
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59
Facility 59
FL AVG 42
Rank #368 / 1,427
$6.6MFiscal year ending 04/2023
Facility $6.6MFiscal year ending 04/2023
FL AVG $14.6M
Rank #146 / 159
$7.6MFiscal year ending 04/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 04/2023
FL AVG $9.5M
Rank #96 / 159
115.9%Fiscal year ending 04/2023
Facility 115.9%Fiscal year ending 04/2023
FL AVG 72.3%
Rank #19 / 159
105919
Bartram Crossing Skilled Nursing – Brooks Rehabilitation-
NH
SNF
Jacksonville (Southside)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 88
Rank #253 / 1,058
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21
Facility 21
FL AVG 42
Rank #1,066 / 1,427
$11.4M*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$7.5M*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.66%*Fiscal year ending 10/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.105972

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every FL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 252 on this page.

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Overview of Bayshore Guest Home & Gardens

Bayshore Guest Home & Gardens Assisted Living Facility is a compassionate and inviting community dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to seniors in a picturesque and comfortable environment. Situated amidst lush gardens and serene surroundings, our facility is designed to create a peaceful and nurturing atmosphere that promotes both physical well-being and emotional fulfillment. Their team of experienced senior caretakers is committed to enhancing the lives of residents by offering personalized assistance with daily activities, while fostering a sense of belonging and engagement through various enriching programs and social activities.

At Bayshore Guest Home & Gardens Assisted Living Facility, they  prioritize the comfort and dignity of each resident. Their thoughtfully designed accommodations offer a blend of privacy and community, ensuring that residents feel at ease while maintaining their independence. From comfortable private rooms to communal spaces that encourage social interaction, every aspect of our facility is aimed at creating a warm and supportive home-like environment. With a focus on holistic care, a range of services is provided to meet individual needs, promoting a balanced lifestyle that values health, happiness, and a strong sense of community.

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McKeen Towers

2173 Tarrytown Ln Ne, Palm Bay, FL 32905
Overview of McKeen Towers

Create meaningful moments in retirement at McKeen Towers, an esteemed community in Palm Bay, FL, offering independent living. With specially designed and spacious three-bedroom accommodations, residents experience the utmost comfort. 24-hour emergency response system, weekly housekeeping, and maintenance are provided, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

A well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Breakfast and dinner are served, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community has a library, a beauty salon, a fitness center, a heated swimming pool, and walking trails, making it an ideal retirement option.

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Overview of Sunset Lake Village

Sunset Lake Village, an energetic assisted living community in Venice, Florida, provides possibilities for social interaction and promotes an active lifestyle to its residents. Offering a variety of activities inside the community, Sunset Lake Village prioritizes encouraging social relationships and activity among its residents. The ease of having meals served on-site relieves residents of the labor-intensive chore of preparing meals.

The community’s dedicated team is also easily accessible to help residents who require assistance with mobility, guaranteeing a comfortable living environment. Sunset Lake Village aims to provide its people with a nurturing and enriching atmosphere. There are nine dining rooms, screened front porches, and laundry rooms on every floor for residents to enjoy. Sunset Lake Village can offer a higher caliber of care, guaranteeing that residents’ requirements are satisfied in a timely and efficient manner, with its limited nursing service license for the entire building. Every unit has an emergency call system installed to provide occupants security and peace of mind.

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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 Penney Retirement Community

Penney Retirement boasts a warm and inviting atmosphere where residents can enjoy and experience a vibrant lifestyle in Penney Farms, Florida. The skilled nursing retirement home offers a continuum of care that focuses on subacute rehabilitation and long-term care. The faith-based community consists of professional care staff dedicated to enhancing the quality of living. Penney’s mission and vision is to help enrich its residents’ holistic wellness for purposeful living.  

Safety, comfortability, and flexibility are paramount for the well-being of its residents. A state-of-the-art fitness recreational room awaits those seeking to maintain their physical well-being, and well-lit bedroom options, ADLs, and specialized memory care programs are offered. 

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Overview of Colonial Assisted Living

At 534 Datura Street in downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, Colonial Assisted Living operates as a mid-rise community delivering assisted living and specialized memory care services.

The facility maintains 24-hour nursing staffing and on-site nursing services to support resident care needs. Rehabilitation services address physical recovery and mobility, while respite care provides temporary support for caregivers. The memory care program specifically serves residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive decline conditions, operating with staff trained in dementia-specific care approaches.

Colonial Assisted Living does not hold CMS certification for Medicare or Medicaid, functioning instead as a private-pay community. Residents and families access support through Florida’s Long-Term Care Waiver and other state assistance pathways based on income and eligibility.

The community’s downtown location delivers exceptional neighborhood walkability. A Walk Score of 96 ranks the facility 11th of 1,485 Florida assisted living residences for accessibility, translating to a walker’s paradise where residents accomplish daily tasks on foot without requiring transportation. Shops, restaurants, banking, pharmacies, and parks surround the community.

Emergency and specialty medical care is immediately available; Good Samaritan Medical Center sits just under one mile away. The mid-rise building structure supports apartment-style living that bridges independence and supported care.

Dining operates through restaurant-style service, with menus rotating seasonally and emphasizing locally sourced ingredients.

Programming throughout the community reflects deliberate attention to cognitive engagement and social connection, spanning fitness classes like yoga, recreational events including game nights, and peer activities within the residence. Health and wellness services integrate into daily operations.

Residents may bring pets into the community.

Transportation services facilitate community access for appointments, outings, and errands.

Colonial Assisted Living is oriented toward residents seeking memory care or assisted living in a fully walkable urban environment with integrated medical services and structured daily programming.

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Overview of Emerson Lakes Senior Living Community

Emerson Lakes Senior Living Community is a well-regarded 62+ independent living community in Bradenton, FL, offering specially designed one- and two-bedroom apartments. With its lively and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. Residents also experience maintenance-free living with restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and transportation services. The community’s thoughtfully curated amenities also ensure residents can live independently in retirement.

Fitness programs, card games, and various recreational opportunities provide residents with more opportunities to explore new hobbies and have fun. A full-service salon, a spa, a swimming pool, and walking trails are just some of the amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. With its ideal setting in the quiet residential area of Bradenton, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. As one of the best choices for senior living in Florida, this independent living community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Garden Plaza at Inverrary

Garden Plaza at Inverrary is an astounding community settled in the serene neighborhood of Rock Island Road, Lauderhill, FL, focusing on independent living. For older adults to live the highest quality of life in retirement, the community offers state-of-the-art and cozy amenities designed to optimize comfort and convenience. Here, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and create wonderful moments together.

With fun activities and social and educational programs, residents will not run out of things to do during their stay in the community. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents to enjoy hassle-free dining that cater to their dietary needs and tastes. The community is equipped with a wellness center, an art center, a library, a beauty salon, and beautifully manicured courtyards, making it an enticing option for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Living Florida Healthcare – Orlando

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

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

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

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

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

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Overview of Barnett Home Care Assisted Living

Barnett Home Care Assisted Living has two residential communities located in beautiful and sunny West Park, Florida. Their mission is to create a haven of comfort and safety, specifically tailored for seniors. As advocates of wellness, the communities offer an array of therapies to invigorate the spirit. From the therapeutic power of music to the benefits of physical therapy, they leave no stone unturned in ensuring the well-being of beloved residents. Imagine a place where residents indulge in delectable, home-cooked meals, engaging in heartwarming conversations over delicious food.

Moreover, the team at Barnett Home Care Assisted Living understands that maintaining a clean and organized living space is essential for a peaceful life. Hence, their attentive housekeeping and laundry services ensure that residents feel at ease, knowing that their comfort is a priority. The vibrant communities also provide an array of avenues for personal growth, encouraging seniors to explore their passions and talents through exercise classes, movie nights, and delightful board games.

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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 252 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.