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Overview of John Knox Village of Central Florida

John Knox Village of Central Florida offers nursing home care, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing in Orange City, Florida. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs change over time.

The community has 60 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 42 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Veterans Affairs benefits, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and Amanda Logan serves as the administrator.

Dining includes fresh seasonal ingredients, cooked to order meals, and a daily changing menu, giving residents different meal options from day to day. Rehabilitation services, outpatient services, and programs and classes support therapy, appointments, and structured activities within the community’s service offerings.

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Overview of Village on the Isle

Village on the Isle offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Venice, Florida. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Those care levels are available within one community. A resident whose needs grow over time could move to a different level of care without leaving the community or starting over socially, so Village on the Isle may be a good fit for someone who may need increasing support. The community has 85 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families three payment routes for eligible care, and total nurse staffing is 5h 50m per resident per day, the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Holly Anne Borrero serves as administrator, and Southwest Florida Retirement Center operates the community. Residents can use a resort-style pool, spa, fitness center, and pickleball courts, with Wellness & Fitness programs for exercise and recreation on campus. Programs & Classes add scheduled activities, while rehabilitation services and short-term rehab provide temporary care focused on recovery. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. A Walk Score of 30 / 100 means the area is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Palm Garden of Gainesville

Palm Garden of Gainesville offers seniors a premier living experience, whether they require short-term, long-term, or rehabilitation care. This distinguished home boasts a team of professionals in senior care, each employing an interdisciplinary approach to ensure comprehensive support. Residents benefit from a range of activities and licensed therapists, tailored to meet their diverse needs. The primary goal here is to empower residents, fostering their maximum independence and ensuring a safe return home.

Beyond their expert care, Palm Garden provides an array of services and amenities designed for residents’ well-being. These include specialized support such as pain management, diabetes care, psychosocial assistance, as well as palliative and hospice services. The community boasts spacious outdoor areas for residents to enjoy, enhancing their overall quality of life. Additionally, Palm Garden offers unique resources like a registered dietitian, therapy services, a professional barber, and even VitalStim, a specialized program addressing swallowing difficulties.

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Overview of Parklands Care Center

Parklands Care Center in Gainesville, FL, provides long-term nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and short-term respite stays. Skilled nursing and long-term care programs deliver 24-hour licensed medical oversight on site. Palliative care and hospice offerings focus on serious illness management and end-of-life comfort, while respite accommodations supply temporary support when family caregivers need time away.

Operating with 120 beds, the center offers both private and semi-private rooms, averaging four hours of daily nursing care per resident. Residents have access to on-site rehabilitation therapy, a salon and barber shop, restaurant-style dining, and outdoor spaces featuring a private enclosed courtyard and a second-floor patio.

Prospective representatives seeking skilled nursing or short-term care can contact Parklands Care Center to learn more about admissions or schedule a visit.

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Overview of Lourdes Noreen McKeen Residence

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in West Palm Beach, FL, Lourdes Noreen McKeen Residence is a sophisticated community that offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. Residents experience the best of their golden years in the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations. 24-hour emergency response, maintenance services, and weekly housekeeping are also provided, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Breakfast and dinner are also provided, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has plenty of amenities, including a fitness center, a heated pool, a library, a beauty salon, and cozy communal spaces.

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Overview of Pruitthealth – Southwood

Pruitthealth, Southwood provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and respite care in Tallahassee, FL. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, making the community a possible fit for families needing temporary support.

The home has 101 beds, with a 92% occupancy rate indicating that most beds are in use. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public benefit and direct payment options for the listed care costs.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time counted for each resident.

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Overview of Surrey Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation

Surrey Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation provides nursing home, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Bradenton, FL. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support residents who need ongoing nursing care, while hospice care focuses on end of life support and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief.

Respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away or recovery. The setting has 74 beds, with 89% of them occupied at the time measured, so most rooms were in use then.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 29 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the total daily nursing time allocated to each resident, rather than the amount of time provided by one particular nurse.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the resident or family pays directly. The range of services may be a good fit for someone needing nursing care, comfort focused support, or a short stay while a caregiver recovers.

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Overview of Radiant Nursing and Rehab at Palatka

Radiant Nursing and Rehab at Palatka is a nursing home in Palatka, FL, where residents live on site while receiving ongoing nursing support for their health needs. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing care within a residential setting rather than only during periodic visits.

The home has 65 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 25 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid and private pay: Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when personal savings do not cover a long stay.

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Pines of Sarasota

1251 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
Overview of Pines of Sarasota

Pines of Sarasota is a nursing home in Sarasota, Florida, offering skilled nursing and memory care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs include ongoing nursing care or a supervised memory care setting.

With 39 beds, the home may suit someone who prefers a smaller residential setting rather than a more populous one. Pines of Sarasota opened in 1948, and Amanda Harrison serves as its administrator. Pines of Sarasota Healthcare operates the community.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help when personal savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, and private pay means paying directly.

Rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy during recovery or as part of ongoing skilled care. The Education Institute, Volunteer Services, and Fabulous Finds Thrift Shops are also named programs connected with the community. A Walk Score of 70 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot; for a resident who no longer drives, nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be accessible without arranging a ride.

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Overview of The Mayflower at Winter Park

Kimberly Arunakul manages The Mayflower at Winter Park, a 55-bed continuing care retirement community operated by Mayflower Retirement Center in Winter Park, Florida. Service tiers cover independent living, assisted living, memory care, and 24-hour skilled nursing. Floor plans include one-bedroom apartments alongside standalone villas. Aides assist with daily routines and medication management.

Direct clinical support averages 6 hours and 3 minutes of daily nursing time per resident, alongside on-site therapy and rehabilitation services. Shared spaces include a waterfront deck, an outdoor fire pit, a billiards lounge, and a wine bar. Dining choices range from formal restaurant service and in-room meals to a casual bistro and a private dining room for family gatherings.

Scheduled calendars incorporate fitness classes, continuing education, volunteer projects, group travel, and wine tastings. Accepted payments include private out-of-pocket funds and short-term Medicare rehabilitation benefits.

Interested families considering long-term care pathways can connect with The Mayflower at Winter Park to review villa availability and tour the waterfront grounds.

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Nursing Homes in Florida at a glance

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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5