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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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
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
Located in Florida, Palm Garden of Tampa is a skilled nursing facility offering short-term care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services. It accepts residents any time of the day, with personnel available 24/7 to provide an assessment which is part of the admission process to ensure a stress-free stay at the residence. With the goal of attaining optimum health and well-being, they offer a curated array of services like pain management, palliative care and hospice services, outpatient rehab services, psychosocial support, and nutritional counseling. It boasts an interdisciplinary team of caregivers that not only allows residents to get back on their feet after an injury or an illness, but a recovery that allows seniors to safely return home with an improved quality of life. Through personalized rehabilitative programs and skilled nursing services, Palm Garden of Tampa offers an opportunity for seniors to restore their independence and continue building their legacy.
Spend your golden years happily with the Life Care Center of Winter Haven, a distinct senior living community in Cypress Gardens Boulevard, Winter Haven, FL, specializing in skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents live in comfort and convenience surrounded by cozy and spacious amenities designed to optimize their independence. With comprehensive care services provided around the clock, residents are encouraged to lead a meaningful life.
Mingle with your surroundings and do the things you live with a jam-packed calendar of activities that aims to keep them active and happy. Residents also enjoy delectable and healthy cuisine for a satisfactory dining experience. With its dedicated care and specially designed amenities, residents will surely flourish and gain meaningful experiences in their best years.
Overview of Coastal Health and Rehabilitation Center
Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, Coastal Health and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home, offering skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. With 24-hour staffing, residents can access services whenever needed. Those with serious illness also receive comfort-focused care and symptom management. Moreover, short-term stays are welcome to provide temporary relief to family caregivers who needs time away.
Of 120 beds, 92.8% are currently occupied. Private and semi-private rooms are also provided for residents who want their own room or a shared living arrangement. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 5 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families several ways to cover care.
Additionally, rehabilitation services, post-surgical care, wound care, and pain management are available for residents with recovery or ongoing clinical needs. Restaurant-style dining and therapeutic recreation also provide on-site dining and organized activities. Residents can also travel to medical appointments, with transportation services available.
Health Center at Sinai Residences in Boca Raton provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home, and skilled nursing services. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support temporary, recovery focused stays rather than long term residence. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement.
The community has 74 beds, with 90% occupancy, meaning 90% of those beds are occupied. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse staffing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted as payment options. Residents can use the pool and outdoor patios, dine through the gourmet dining service, and keep pets because pets are allowed. Donna Lee Fabian serves as administrator, and Federation Ccrc Operations operates the community.
Westminster Oaks, nestled in the heart of Tallahassee, is a senior living community that encourages residents to Embrace Life to the Fullest. The community is dedicated to providing an enriched lifestyle, offering exclusive access to arts, wellness, and lifelong learning opportunities. The community fosters a vibrant environment, from wellness classes to a unique partnership with Florida State University for lifelong learning at the Maguire Center. With various living options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, residents have the flexibility to choose the lifestyle that suits them best.
Westminster Oak’s amenities and facilities are tailored to enhance the well-being and happiness of its residents. Residents enjoy spacious residences, including apartments and single-family homes, complemented by the My W Life well-being program. With gourmet dining options and a wooded, gated 90-acre campus featuring walking trails, Westminster Oaks prioritizes an active and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. Westminster Oaks is committed to providing a continuum of care, ensuring residents’ happiness and peace of mind.
Northdale Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Tampa, FL offering respite care and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care provides a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs temporary support. The community may be a good fit for someone needing short-term rehabilitation or a family arranging temporary residential care.
The center has 120 beds and offers private and semi-private rooms, allowing a resident to have a room alone or share with a roommate. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.
Rehabilitation services include therapy available up to 7 days per week and access to a rehabilitation gym, so residents can receive scheduled therapy in a dedicated on-site setting. Short-term rehabilitation, inpatient residential stays, outpatient rehabilitation services, telemedicine, and post-COVID-19 recovery programs are available. Landscaped grounds and a courtyard provide outdoor areas for residents to use.
Island Lake Center in Longwood, FL, is a nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety, especially with a comfortable, home-like setting. With 24/7 nursing care, social services, and restaurant-style dining, residents receive high-quality services for their recovery and wellness. To meet residents’ unique needs and habits, personalized care plans are also provided.
Social events, light exercises, and recreational programs ensure residents can maintain their holistic well-being and encourage them to live actively. Residents can also relax and focus on their rehabilitation with an in-house therapy gym and spacious communal areas. Restaurants and shops are also available in the peaceful residential area of Longwood, providing residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Florida, this nursing home has high-quality services dedicated to older adults’ welfare.
East Bay Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Clearwater, Florida. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing assistance and clinical oversight.
The home has 120 beds and offers shared rooms, so each resident has a roommate. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, stroke recovery, pulmonary therapy, wound care, and balance programming give residents treatment options connected to specific recovery needs, making East Bay Rehabilitation Center potentially suitable for someone recovering from an orthopedic condition, cardiac event, or stroke. Special diets are available, and payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of University Plaza Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
University Plaza Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a nursing home in Miami, Florida, in the Allapattah neighborhood. It offers skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing support for residents who need ongoing clinical care on site, while hospice care addresses end of life needs.
Respite care provides a short stay and may be a good fit for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The home has 148 beds, with 98% occupied, so nearly all beds are in use. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay uses the resident’s own funds.
Moorings Park Grande Lake is a continuing care retirement community in Naples, Florida, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Because several care levels are available in one community, Moorings Park Grande Lake can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 106 beds, with two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom residences for residents moving with a spouse or needing additional bedrooms.
The starting price is $3.7 million, with a 70% refundable entrance fee. Families therefore need to plan for the entrance payment and the portion identified as refundable. Payment options include Medicare for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay and private pay for residents covering costs themselves. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.
Residents can use the pool and spa, fitness center, salon, lakefront boardwalk, walking trails, bocce ball court, putting greens, and yoga pavilion for recreation and personal care. Dining includes gluten-free, dairy-free, and heart-healthy choices, while outpatient therapy, rehabilitation services, home health, physician services, and The Center for Healthy Living add health-related support. Pets are allowed, and transportation is available.
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:3.3/ 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:3.3/ 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:2.9/ 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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