Best Nursing Homes in Longwood, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 nursing homes in Longwood, FL using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (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: 2.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Longwood, FL. 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: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Longwood, FL. 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: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Longwood, FL. 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

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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

3 facilities compared · CMS & FL Dept. of Health data

Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs
NH
Altamonte Springs
228
Facility 228
FL AVG 89
Rank #23 / 1074
95.9%
Facility 95.9%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #13 / 258
+14%
4.06
Facility 4.06
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #91 / 253
-25%+1%
$83.5k
Facility $83.5k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #231 / 258
-
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #190 / 252
5.4
Facility 5.4
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #192 / 252
8217-
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 40
Rank #323 / 1486
Francisco Gonzalez
$22.0M
Facility $22.0M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #37 / 257
$14.7M
Facility $14.7M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #26 / 257
66.8%
Facility 66.8%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #114 / 257
105365
Island Lake Center
NH
PC
RC
Longwood
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
95.9%
Facility 95.9%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #13 / 258
+14%
3.49
Facility 3.49
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #216 / 253
-40%-13%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
-
10
Facility 10
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #48 / 252
3.3
Facility 3.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #73 / 252
-114-
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 40
Rank #540 / 1486
Stephanie Norsen
$15.2M
Facility $15.2M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #171 / 257
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #150 / 257
42.1%
Facility 42.1%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #84 / 257
105643
Longwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HC
RC
Longwood
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #87 / 258
+9%
4.63
Facility 4.63
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #50 / 253
+8%+15%
$16.8k
Facility $16.8k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #195 / 258
-
35
Facility 35
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #235 / 252
5.0
Facility 5.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #164 / 252
6104-
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 40
Rank #540 / 1486
Longwood Operations Holdings LLC
$12.4M
Facility $12.4M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #188 / 257
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #195 / 257
39.4%
Facility 39.4%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #122 / 257
105377
Overview of Longwood Health and Rehabilitation Center

Longwood Health and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Longwood, FL, offering long-term care, hospice care, rehabilitation, and respite care. With a caring and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Residents also receive exceptional services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies, to help them with their recovery. Through a personal approach to care, the community goes above and beyond to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

Exercises, social events, and various activities encourage residents to make friends and live actively. Accessible hallways and spacious gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents also have quick access to necessities and leisure, as it is located near Lake Fairy and HCA Florida Casselberry Emergency. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in Florida, especially with its exceptional quality of care.

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Overview of Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs

Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs is a nursing home in Altamonte Springs, FL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community’s supportive and home-like environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for. With 24-hour care, dietitian-approved meals, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents can focus on their healing. Through personalized care plans, residents receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs.

Social events, religious services, and exercises help enhance residents’ holistic well-being. Residents are also encourage to use top-notch amenities, including the beauty salon, library, and courtyards for relaxation. Located along East Altamonte Drive, near shops and public transportation, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a good option for senior living in Florida.

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Overview of Island Lake Center

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.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Longwood, FL

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 3 nursing homes in Longwood, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Longwood, FL?

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 Longwood, FL, 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 Longwood, FL?

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.