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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.
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.
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.
$7.3M*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.
$4.9M*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.
67.7%*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.
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
Overview of Florida Presbyterian Homes Inc. D.b.a. Westminster Lakeland
Florida Presbyterian Homes D.b.a. Westminster Lakeland keeps four care levels going in Lakeland, FL. They are independent living, skilled nursing, assisted living, and nursing home care. Independent living is private living plus community services, with no daily care in the arrangement, and assisted living adds help with medication, and bathing and dressing to it.
Of the four, the nursing levels are the only ones whose availability is stated in hours, licensed and on-site whatever the time. Somebody whose needs increase can, therefore, stay put rather than move elsewhere to start again.
The license here reaches 136 beds. Each resident’s day accounts for 4 hours and 21 minutes of nursing time. A Walk Score of 55 makes the area somewhat walkable, with a few errands within walking reach for a non-driver.
Insurance and HMO plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all cover care here. Rehabilitation services are available through the community, so therapy needs no journey. Residents may bring a pet. Ellisa Durrant is the administrator, and Florida Presbyterian Homes Inc operates the community.
Overview of Wilton Manors Health and Rehabilitation Center
Wilton Manors Health and Rehabilitation Center is an astounding community located in the charming neighborhood of Wilton Manors, FL, that offers skilled nursing services. With comprehensive care, including ostomy care, post-surgical care, and pain management, residents can rest assured of finding the care and assistance they need to live comfortably in their golden years. The community also provides round-the-clock care from a compassionate and well-trained team to ensure their comfort and safety.
Aside from their healthcare needs, residents are guaranteed to enjoy every moment with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure. Pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology services, psychiatry, psychology, and hemodialysis are also provided to ensure residents receive the right care for their every need. The community is great for those looking to find all the care they need in one place, especially with its comprehensive care.
Cypress Village in Jacksonville, Florida has a prime location in the city’s Southside neighborhood, with easy access to major highways. It is close to top shopping, dining, grocery stores, and pharmacies. The community is also situated a short drive away from the beaches and the Intracoastal Waterway, providing residents with easy access to recreational activities such as boating and fishing. This convenient location makes Cypress Village an attractive option for retirees looking for a retirement community in Jacksonville.
The community offers a wide array of amenities both indoors and outdoors. Indoor amenities include multiple dining options, a fitness center, heated pool, arts and crafts room, billiards room, salon and spa, library, business center, wood and metal workshop, movie theater, and wellness clinic offering various medical services. Outdoor amenities include 120 acres of wooded walking paths, Lake Cypress with a boathouse and fishing dock, putting green, bocce and croquet courts, dog park, fire pit, Koi pond, and resident gardens.
Chatsworth at Pga National in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, provides assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Palliative care focuses on comfort for someone with serious illness, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services, including short term rehab, can support recovery after an illness or procedure.
The community has 48 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents may get to know one another. It opened in 1999. The mix of care levels may be a good fit for a family seeking both ongoing support and a short term care option in one community.
Starting prices are $8,688 for assisted living and $509 per day for memory care. The listed rates correspond to different care levels rather than one communitywide rate. Medicare and private pay are accepted: Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means a family uses personal funds.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Private full baths and kitchenettes give residents bathroom access and a place for simple food preparation in their living space. An enclosed courtyard and other outdoor areas provide places to spend time outside.
A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to manage some outings independently. Kristofer Gorden Berntsen serves as the administrator.
Overview of Coral Gables Nursing and Rehabilitation
Enjoy the best of your golden years with Coral Gables Nursing & Rehabilitation, a dedicated and duly certified community set near Kindred Hospital in Miami, FL, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents receive the utmost care they deserve with a respectful and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment to optimize residents’ comfort and safety.
Engaging social events and stimulating recreational activities are also conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Dining options are also carefully curated to accommodate each resident’s dietary needs and preferences. Psychological and psychiatric care, pharmaceutical services, and inpatient and outpatient therapy are also provided to meet residents’ special needs. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their later years without worries, with its comprehensive care and specially designed amenities.
Sandhill Cove Retirement Living in Palm City, Florida, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, respite care, and continuing care retirement community services. Independent living provides a residence without daily care, while assisted living supports daily tasks. Memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering.
Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care around the clock. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away or recovery. As a continuing care retirement community, Sandhill Cove brings multiple care levels together, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.
The community has 36 beds and offers housing with one bedroom or two bedrooms. The larger layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 49 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.
Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Residents can use the pool, salon or spa, transportation, and rehabilitation services, while short term rehabilitation provides care during recovery before a resident returns to their usual setting. Community activities include parties, dinners, lectures, and concerts, giving residents scheduled events to attend. The range of living and care services may make Sandhill Cove a good fit for someone who wants access to changing levels of support within one community.
Terracina Grand offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Naples, FL. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management in a resident’s apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community has 200 beds, a size that accommodates more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, with the two bedroom option able to suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Terracina Grand is operated by Terracina, and Pradeep Muley serves as the administrator.
Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means a family pays directly for services. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident; pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet with them. The combination of multiple care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.
Overlooking the scenic Gulf of Mexico, Addington Place at College Harbor is a blissful senior living community in 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL, that offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing. A team of competent and highly trained professionals cares for seniors’ needs and aspirations around the clock. Keep peace of mind and reach your full potential with Addington Place at College Harbor.
Learning is a lifelong journey and residents of Addington Place at College Harbor are empowered to pursue their interests with nearby educational institutions like Eckerd College and the Academy of Senior Professionals. A jam-packed calendar of enjoyable events and enriching programs also accompany seniors as they go about their day. Addington Place at College Harbor is a good place to relax and spend your golden years with its calm and welcoming environment.
Blue Palms Senior Living of Deland occupies a setting in the Rogers Deland neighborhood of DeLand, Florida, offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice, palliative care, and respite options. Daily care ranges from independent apartment living and routine assistance with dressing, bathing, and medication to short-term respite stays and specialized end-of-life support.
Operations run under administrator Jeffrey Ryan Thomas and operator Deland Fl Alf Opco, with current data logging 94% occupancy across its 90 beds. Registered nurses and care teams provide an average of 3 hours and 50 minutes of nurse staffing per resident daily.
The amenities include chef-prepared dining, a wellness center, physical rehabilitation services, and creative social programs. Holding an 87 walk score, the location enables residents to reach nearby shops, pharmacies, and cafes on foot.
Prospective residents can get in touch with Blue Palms Senior Living of Deland to review current room availability, organize a walk-through, or discuss payment choices.
Finnish-American Village in Lake Worth, Florida, offers nursing home, assisted living, home care, hospice care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing support, while home care brings assistance to a person’s residence. Hospice care focuses on comfort and support at the end of life.
The range of services suits someone whose needs include daily-task assistance, nursing care, rehabilitation, or hospice support. Finnish-American Village has 120 beds, and its Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation program includes rehabilitation services, so rehabilitation can be part of care for someone receiving skilled nursing. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.
Daniel Andrew Benson serves as administrator, and Finnish American Rest Home operates the community. Payment options include Insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Veteran Affairs Benefits, Medicare, and private pay. A Walk Score of 59 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands independently.
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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