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Our editorial team analyzed 270 nursing homes in FL using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in FL
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the FL Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
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 TableAL (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 Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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: 72.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
The Springs Lady Lake Assisted Living Facility And Rehab, LLC
$16.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
45.5%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$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.
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other FL nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 270 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Have a glorious retirement with A Loving Hand Facility Care, 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 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.
Blue Heron Assisted Living in Wesley Chapel, Florida, provides assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing, with 107 beds. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks while they continue living in their own apartment, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and rehabilitation services include short-term rehab for a temporary stay focused on recovery rather than long-term residence. The range of care may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing are available within one community; Blue Heron Health And Rehabilitation operates the community, with Megan Kopstad as administrator.
Just Like Home ALF, conveniently situated in Port Saint Lucie, FL, is a distinguished senior living community that offers memory care and residential care home services. Enjoy stress-free living with a choice of having a helping hand in a peaceful setting with its expert and compassionate team. Spacious and convenient accommodations with varying floor plans are also available for its residents. In terms of memory care, the community redefines the standard of excellence by providing unparalleled support for individuals with cognitive conditions.
Here, residents are treated to delicious and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Benefit and live a worry-free life with its top-tier amenities and services such as assistance in daily living, mental wellness programs, and housekeeping services. At Just Like Home ALF, every moment is crafted to celebrate life and foster a vibrant and fulfilling experience for seniors.
Elderly Pride Assisted Living II is a trusted senior living community located in the peaceful neighborhood of Plant City, FL that offers assisted living services. The community is committed to providing top-notch care and services anchored to its values of integrity, compassion, professionalism, and innovation. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations to further enhance comfort and relaxation throughout their stay.
Explore its top-of-the-line amenities and services offering ease, convenience, and reliability. Engage in a diverse set of social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team to boost engagement and growth. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories within the amazing common spaces of this community. At Elderly Pride Assisted Living, every day is crafted to celebrate life, joy, and fulfillment.
Offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, palliative, and memory care, The Club at Lake Gibson is a skilled nursing community in Lakeland, Florida, a few miles from the city center in Polk County. Residents stay in private or semi-private rooms, each with its own private bathroom and shower. The multiple care services in one community give families options for both short-term recovery and longer-term support.
Residents receive 24-hour care from registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. The clinical team also provides restorative nursing, respite care, hospice services, outpatient rehabilitation, and a range of therapy programs for residents recovering from an illness, injury, or hospital stay. A dedicated fall reduction program supports resident safety. Nursing staff provides an average of about 3 hours and 35 minutes of direct care per resident daily.
Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover rehabilitation stays and long-term care. The 120-bed community has an occupancy rate of about 94%. Residents stay for an average of 53 days, which reflects a mix of residents receiving post-acute rehabilitation and those needing ongoing skilled nursing care.
Meals are planned around each resident’s nutritional needs under the guidance of a registered dietitian. Recreational activities and wellness programs support both physical and mental well-being. The area has a Walk Score of 45, which is somewhat walkable. A handful of nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.
Tucked away in Deltona, FL, Cunningham Elderly 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.
Westminster Manor sits at 81 South Street in downtown Auburn, New York, right at the center of a small Finger Lakes city in Cayuga County. The neighborhood earns a Walk Score of 87, which means most daily errands are doable on foot. That kind of walkability is a real benefit in a community this size, both for residents and for families who visit.
The facility is a 37-bed Adult Home licensed by the New York State Department of Health and operated by Cayuga-Syracuse Presbyterian Home For The Elderly. Services include rehabilitation, licensed nursing staff through CNAs, and memory support. A supportive services program is part of the offering, and a volunteer program is available for residents looking to stay connected outside the building. Pets are allowed, which matters more than it might seem on paper: for many people moving into a care setting, being able to keep an animal is a genuine factor in deciding where to go.
State inspections are carried out by the New York Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care. Inspection history here has noted medication management as an area of focus, something families can raise directly with staff when touring to understand current protocols.
Westminster Manor is a compact, city-center adult home with a strong walkability profile, pet-friendly policy, and a service lineup that includes both rehabilitation and memory support within a 37-bed setting, making it a functionally varied option relative to its size.
Overview of Bartram Crossing Skilled Nursing – Brooks Rehabilitation
Bartram Crossing Skilled Nursing is set amidst a sprawling 115-acre campus, as a skilled nursing facility offering a range of services for both short-term and long-term rehabilitation and nursing care, as well as outpatient services like physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. With 100 beds, the home provides spacious living areas, thoughtfully designed with climate control, private bathrooms, and cable TV.
Overview of South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center
South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center stands as a compassionate not-for-profit facility, dedicated to providing exceptional post-acute skilled nursing and rehab programs in St. Petersburg, Florida. With a strong emphasis on restorative care and a commitment to palliative support, this remarkable community goes the extra mile to ensure the well-being and comfort of its residents. The tight-knit atmosphere creates a warm and inviting environment where seniors can form meaningful connections and feel right at home. The staff, known for their friendly demeanor and exceptional training, offers quality senior care with a genuine smile, making South Heritage a wise and welcoming choice for seniors seeking a nurturing and vibrant living experience. Restorative programs further enhance the quality of life, empowering residents to regain strength and independence. The center also offers respite care, providing much-needed relief to both seniors and their caregivers. Committed to providing comprehensive and supportive services, South Heritage embraces palliative care. With a foundation built on compassion and dedication, South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center becomes a haven where seniors can embrace their golden years.
The Palace Suites is an independent living community located at 11377 SW 84th Street in Miami, Florida. Managed by The Palace Group, the mid-rise building contains 180 units and sits roughly five miles from Baptist Health South Miami Hospital.
The property offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from 429 to 938 square feet. It currently maintains an occupancy rate of 73 percent, with 131 of its 180 units filled. Daily services include continental breakfast and dinner, daily housekeeping, linen service, local transportation, and assistance scheduling medical appointments. Residents also have access to a fitness center, pool, and a structured calendar of social and recreational activities.
The neighborhood has a walk score of 55, meaning some errands can be completed on foot while other trips require a short drive. The community is pet-friendly and shares a campus with sister facilities that offer assisted living and skilled nursing services, providing a continuum of care if a resident’s needs change.
Prospective representatives can contact the leasing office directly to schedule a tour or inquire about apartment availability.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Florida
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Florida?
Assisted living in Florida is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Florida Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Florida Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 270 nursing homes in Florida. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Florida?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Florida, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Florida?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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