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Our editorial team analyzed 252 nursing homes in FL using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in FL
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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.
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 to lowest based on our ranking 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 Communities (CCRC)):
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: 72.3% 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.
Palm Garden of Winter Haven is a nursing home in Winter Haven, FL, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. Committed to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community also promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment. With dietitian-approved meals, comprehensive therapies, and 24/7 care, residents can maintain their independence. The community also utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to care, striving to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.
Enrichment activities, exercises, and social events ensure residents can stay active and gain meaningful experiences. A beauty/ barber salon, spacious outdoors, and private and semi-private rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Surrounded by lakes, like Lake Roy and Lake Lulu, a variety of dining options, a bank, and other local amenities in Winter Haven, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Florida.
Radiant Nursing and Rehab at Palatka is a nursing home in Palatka, FL, offering long-term care and rehabilitation. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a comfortable and nurturing environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and therapy programs, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. With personalized care plans, the community also ensures residents receive the utmost attention and care for their recovery and wellness.
Light exercises and social events also encourage residents to stay active and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and move around comfortably in the cozy rooms and spacious communal areas. Restaurants, shops, and other local amenities are also located nearby, providing residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home has high-quality care, making it a good option for senior living in Florida.
Overview of Surrey Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation
Surrey Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation, nestled in Bradenton, Florida, is more than just a healthcare facility—it’s a haven of top-notch care and rehabilitation. Families can trust its specialized programs, whether for short-term recovery or long-term support, designed to promote the well-being of their loved ones. This nursing home facility takes pride in its 24-hour care staff, ensuring continuous support including specialized services like wound care under physician oversight. From post-surgical recovery to individualized long-term care, Surrey Place offers comprehensive services. Wellness services, including laboratory, podiatry, pharmacy, and dentistry, are seamlessly integrated into their offerings. The community exudes elegance, featuring spacious, tastefully designed areas, including a delightful dining space. Residents at this home actively engage in nursing home activities. Expressions and community events foster a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by conveniences like an onsite beauty salon, transportation services, cable TV, and much more. In this nurturing environment, Surrey Place Healthcare & Rehabilitation goes beyond traditional care, providing not just healthcare services but a fulfilling experience that enhances the lives of its residents.
Overview of Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living Facility
Located in Altoona, Florida, Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living Facility is a community operated by Community Supports, Inc under the ownership of DSI Management LLC. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options for covering care costs. The 65-bed facility serves residents receiving short-term rehabilitation and those in longer-term care. The community’s occupancy rate is about 86%, and residents stay an average of 80 days.
The facility’s programs include short-term rehab, respite care, and rehabilitation services. Nurse staffing averages 7 hours and 11 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, licensed practical nurses, and nursing assistants provide that support, and the amount of daily hands-on care is best for residents recovering from an acute event and those managing ongoing health needs.
Dining focuses on choice and accommodation. The kitchen prepares made-to-order items such as omelets. Residents can also choose dishes including roast prime rib and baked salmon, along with healthier entrée options. Special dietary needs are accommodated. That’s important for residents managing medical restrictions or cultural food preferences.
The community is in a somewhat walkable area of Altoona. A few nearby services can be reached on foot, but most trips require a vehicle. The setting suits family members who visit regularly by car.
Inspections over the past decade identified recurring areas needing improvement, primarily involving staff training and resident care rights protocols. The facility showed a pattern of addressing cited deficiencies promptly. There’s a record of responsiveness to regulatory feedback. Families touring the community can ask how training and care protocols are managed and reinforced across the team.
Westminster Winter Park operates 73 licensed nursing beds at 1111 South Lakemont Avenue in Winter Park, Orange County, Florida. The community functions as part of Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc., a nonprofit, church-operated continuing care retirement community administered by Dayana Medjine Desir. Of its current 72 residents, 29% hold Medicare coverage (typically short-stay rehabilitation), 47% receive Medicaid funding, and 24% pay privately. Occupancy remains robust at 96%, substantially exceeding Florida’s 84.3% average and reflecting strong local demand.
The facility earned an F inspection score of 59 out of 100; 29 points below Florida’s C+ state median of 77. It also ranked in the worst performing tier for citation history. Over thirteen years, Westminster accumulated 75 citations, running 127% above Florida’s typical facility average.
The most recent January 2025 inspection documented seven deficiencies involving licensure, resident supervision, medication handling, staffing compliance, and records management. Earlier cycles spanning 2013 through 2024 repeatedly flagged training documentation failures, particularly in staff in-service, medication assistance, CPR, and advanced dementia care. Residential supervision and elopement prevention violations appeared across at least five separate inspections. Two critical and two serious citations emerged in that five-year window, representing significant patient safety concerns.
The facility incurred four fines within three years, culminating in a $66,000 federal penalty in June 2024. No Medicare payment denials occurred, limiting the most severe enforcement action.
Registered nurses deliver 1 hour 3 minutes daily per resident; 43% above Florida’s state standard. Weekend RN presence is 66% above average. Total daily nursing care reaches 4 hours 11 minutes per resident. Yet persistent inspection findings of inadequate training, supervision failures, and documentation gaps across multiple years suggest staffing quantity has not translated to consistent quality or compliance oversight.
Residents demonstrate exceptional falls prevention (1.4%, substantially better than state average) and low antipsychotic use (3.6%, 55% better than state norm). Short-stay residents achieve 68% functional independence at discharge, 27% above state expectations. However, 32.3% of short-stay discharges result in hospital readmission; that’s 23% worse than Florida’s baseline.
Westminster Winter Park is a community serving primarily short-term rehabilitation residents within a high-occupancy model, though it’s one with a pattern of documented deficiencies across staffing, supervision, and training domains.
Experience the best of your golden years with Miami Jewish Health, a distinguished community in Miami, FL, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents here experience the highest quality of care and support for their special needs with a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7. With over 85 years of caring, the community is committed to understanding residents’ needs to provide better care and comfort.
Stimulating activities and enriching programs are also conducted so residents can enjoy an active lifestyle and remain socially engaged. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents’ safety is prioritized, as proven by the community’s 24-hour security, emergency call system, and backup generators. The community is rated 4 stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for its exceptional care.
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.
Owned by Allison Beck, The Inn at Freedom Square is a 200-bed community operated by CCRC Opco Freedom Square LLC in Seminole, Florida, on Johnson Boulevard. Under Shelly Craddock’s administration, the community welcomes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families with flexible coverage options. With a walk score of 84, the neighborhood is highly walkable, making it easy for visiting family and residents who enjoy walking to nearby shops and services.
The facility serves residents with respite care, averaging a stay length of 45 days, reflecting its role in short-term recovery and transitional care. Substantial is daily nursing support, with total nursing care averaging 4 hours and 14 minutes per resident day, supported by nursing aides providing an additional 3 hours and 58 minutes per resident daily. The daily environment is boosted by wide amenities made to support rest and engagement. Residents have access to a salon and garden, quieter spaces like the library, and opportunities for creative activities in the arts and crafts room. The enclosed courtyard and outside patio provide areas for fresh air and outdoor time. A piano is there for those interested in music, and kitchenettes in residential areas permit some meal preparation and flexibility in daily routines.
Over the past 14 years, inspections conducted demonstrate sustained compliance, with no deficiencies found during complaint investigations or routine reviews in the recent inspection batch. This consistent record mirrors the community’s mission of meeting safety and care standards.
Fountains at Mill Cove, situated in Jacksonville, Florida, excels as an exceptional senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services – a complete package for residents seeking peace of mind. Its strategic location ensures a tranquil environment, complemented by secure entrances and exits, along with round-the-clock emergency response services.
The interiors boast light palettes, exuding style and relaxation, creating an inviting atmosphere for residents. Seniors can also engage in a variety of activities, including offsite trips for dining, entertainment, and shopping. This community definitely crafts a lifestyle where residents’ golden years are filled with enriching experiences and a sense of belonging.
VI at Bentley Village, located in Naples, FL, is a senior living community and a continuing care retirement community offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. This senior living community boasts of their quality personalized care plans designed to meet their residents specific needs through a variety of services. Residents at VI at Bentley Village can expect to receive support from their attentive staff, providing residents with more time and energy to focus on their hobbies or new found interests.
Additionally, VI at Bentley Village also offers a rich array of luxurious amenities designed to create a more comfortable environment where residents can thrive and enjoy a worry free lifestyle. Some of the amenities include their dining services, golf courses, and wellness programs. The community also offers modern conveniences from housekeeping and maintenance services, to their on campus transportation, and on-site care and rehabilitation.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 252 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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