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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.
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.
$16.1M*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.
$8.7M*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.
54.2%*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
The Pavilion at Crescent Lake is a nursing home in Crescent City, FL, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. Here, older adults experience the utmost comfort, especially with a comfortable and supportive environment. Restaurant-style dining, psychosocial services, and a wide range of therapies are among the excellent services provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Through customized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.
Crafts, bowling, and bingo provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy rooms and spacious communal areas also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Located by the lake, near a variety of dining options and local amenities in Crescent City, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults live to their potential, making it a great choice for senior living in Florida.
Overview of Lee Memorial Hospital – Skilled Nursing Unit
Lee Memorial Hospital’s skilled nursing unit provides skilled nursing and nursing home care in Fort Myers, FL. With 18 beds, it offers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. It may suit someone who needs skilled nursing while recovering from a medical condition.
Licensed nurses are on site around the clock. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. A therapy gym provides space for therapy activities on site, while outpatient rehabilitation services support additional rehabilitation needs. The in-house pharmacy provides pharmacy services within the facility, and on-demand dining lets residents request meals as needed.
Inn at La Posada in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, nursing home care, and respite care. Independent living means private living with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication management. 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.
Respite care supports a short stay, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Inn at La Posada may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time or a family seeking a short term care option. The community has 48 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents may get to know one another.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 8 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands on nurse staffing time allocated to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families two payment routes for covered care and residence costs.
Bradley Joseph Cadiere serves as the administrator, and Kc Pbg Health Center operates the community. Residents can use a heated pool, a fitness center open around the clock, a salon, and landscaped outdoor spaces across the 22 acre campus. Chef prepared meals are served in several dining venues, and rehabilitation services provide access to therapy at the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in.
John Knox Village of Florida in Pompano Beach provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment; independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing offers licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
The community has 64 beds. Its range of care levels makes it a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, and respite care suits a family caregiver who needs a short-term stay while traveling or recovering. Residents can use the pool, aquatic complex, fitness studio, beauty salons, spa, barbershop, and art studios, with options for exercise, personal care, and creative activities within the community.
Arts and Cultural Events, transportation around campus, and rehabilitation services provide scheduled activities, movement between community areas, and care focused on recovery or maintaining function. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident; Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Jennifer Etienne serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
Westminster Point Pleasant is a Bradenton, FL community offering nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, home care, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living supports private living with community services, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
Because Westminster Point Pleasant offers several care levels, a resident’s needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Home care allows support to be delivered in a resident’s home, while rehabilitation services focus on recovery and functional improvement. The community has 120 beds, giving families a clear sense of its available residential capacity.
Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes to consider for eligible services. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a companion animal, and a Walk Score of 76 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently.
Set in the quiet community of The Villages, FL, the Freedom Pointe at the Villages is an esteemed senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Here, residents can select from beautifully designed and spacious accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions receive an innovative, person-centered, and activity-focused memory care program called Heartfelt CONNECTIONS.
Experience its top-notch amenities and services including restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and linen services, personal concierge services, and regularly scheduled transportation. Meet new companions by visiting its inviting common spaces, billiards, and game room. Engage is various planned daily social activities and community events. With Freedom Pointe at the Villages, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement.
Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay offers skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care in Sarasota, FL. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.
The community opened in 1966 and has 56 beds, giving it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Respite care and short term rehabilitation support temporary stays, including periods when a usual caregiver needs time away or someone is recovering. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who need therapy as part of their care.
Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay uses personal funds for care.
A pool, salon and spa, wellness program, religious services, and transportation are available at the community. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 34 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s transportation and shuttle provide a ride option for residents who do not drive.
Overview of Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center
Located in Bradenton, Florida, the Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center stands as a premier destination offering both short and long-term rehabilitation services. This skilled nursing home boasts a friendly and dedicated staff known for providing comprehensive and effective treatment plans to its residents. Within its walls, Heritage Park offers in-house therapy and skilled nursing services, making it an ideal place for residents to stay active and engaged. Their vibrant activity calendar ensures residents are involved in a range of activities designed to enhance their well-being. In addition to their skilled nursing home services, Heritage Park also excels in providing memory care services. Professional caregivers tailor therapy programs to meet the unique needs of each patient, offering a personalized approach that ensures a supportive and nurturing environment. At Heritage Park Care & Rehabilitation Center, residents receive not just care, but genuine concern for their well-being, making it a place where rehabilitation meets compassion.
Solaris Healthcare Celebration is a nursing home in Kissimmee, Florida, offering skilled nursing care. Licensed nurses provide care on site around the clock, so the setting suits a resident who needs ongoing clinical oversight. The home has 120 beds, with 97% occupied, meaning nearly all beds are in use.
Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay; private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.
Overview of Miami Springs Nursing and Rehab Center
Miami Springs Nursing and Rehab Center in Miami Springs, FL, provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, and short-term respite care. Skilled nursing offers ongoing clinical support, while hospice and palliative programs focus on comfort and symptom management for individuals with serious illnesses. Respite stays give temporary support during periods when primary family caregivers require time away.
Housing 269 beds, the facility handles short-term rehabilitation, including physical, occupational, speech, IV, cardiac, orthopedic, and post-surgical therapies. Dedicated support is also available for cardiac conditions, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s or dementia care. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 25 minutes per resident.
Accepted payment methods include private funds, Medicaid, and Medicare, which can cover eligible short-term post-hospital rehabilitation.
Families searching for short-term rehab or long-term nursing care in the Miami Springs area can contact the facility to ask about current bed availability or schedule a campus tour.
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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