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Best Nursing Homes in Pinellas County, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 nursing homes in Pinellas County, 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 Pinellas County, 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: 2.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pinellas County, 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 Pinellas County, 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

Compare Nursing Homes around Pinellas County

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

CMS & FL Dept. of Health data

East Bay Rehabilitation Center
NH
SNF
Clearwater
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
93.2%
Facility 93.2%
FL AVG 84.1
Rank #42 / 128
+11%
4.21
Facility 4.21
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #71 / 225
-45%+4%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 230
-
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #66 / 225
3.3
Facility 3.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #64 / 225
-112-
13
Facility 13
FL AVG 40
Rank #1204 / 1487
-
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #161 / 229
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #122 / 229
56.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #33 / 229
105697
Gulf Shore Care Center
NH
SNF
Pinellas Park
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
FL AVG 84.1
Rank #34 / 128
+11%
3.23
Facility 3.23
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #222 / 225
-47%-20%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 230
-
15
Facility 15
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #83 / 225
5.0
Facility 5.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #144 / 225
-113-
52
Facility 52
FL AVG 40
Rank #484 / 1487
Gulf Shore Nursing Holdco LLC
$15.7M*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.
Facility $15.7M*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.
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #57 / 229
$6.8M*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.
Facility $6.8M*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.
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #144 / 229
43.3%*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.
Facility 43.3%*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.
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #217 / 229
105978
Tierra Pines Center
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Largo (Monterey Lakes Apartments)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
FL AVG 84.1
Rank #32 / 128
+12%
3.72
Facility 3.72
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #162 / 225
-32%-8%
$4.1k
Facility $4.1k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #145 / 230
-
20
Facility 20
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #125 / 225
4.0
Facility 4.0
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #97 / 225
-113A+
63
Facility 63
FL AVG 40
Rank #309 / 1487
Theresa Felicione
$12.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $12.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #184 / 229
$6.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #164 / 229
50.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 50.2%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #40 / 229
105398
Gateway Post-Acute Care Center
NH
SNF
Pinellas Park
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
FL AVG 84.1
Rank #85 / 128
+4%- -21%-
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 230
-
28
Facility 28
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #177 / 225
4.7
Facility 4.7
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #130 / 225
-105A+
47
Facility 47
FL AVG 40
Rank #570 / 1487
Ivana Kirby
$12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #131 / 229
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #154 / 229
54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #139 / 229
105486
The Barclay at Pasadena
NH
AL
IL
MC
South Pasadena
175
Facility 175
FL AVG 89
Rank #82 / 1060
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$79.8k
Facility $79.8k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #204 / 230
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 83
Rank #735 / 876
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #170 / 225
6.8
Facility 6.8
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #191 / 225
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70
Facility 70
FL AVG 40
Rank #211 / 1487
Shore Parent LLC
$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.
Facility $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.
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #221 / 229
$1.7M*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.
Facility $1.7M*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.
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #229 / 229
34.5%*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.
Facility 34.5%*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.
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #223 / 229
105012
Pinellas Park Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Pinellas Park
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
--- - -40%-
$19.7k
Facility $19.7k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #177 / 230
-
21
Facility 21
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #131 / 225
4.2
Facility 4.2
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #111 / 225
2--
74
Facility 74
FL AVG 40
Rank #165 / 1487
David Mcmillon
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #146 / 229
$6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #130 / 229
51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #79 / 229
105422
HarbourWood Care Center
NH
SNF
Clearwater
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
FL AVG 84.1
Rank #71 / 128
+6%
3.68
Facility 3.68
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #162 / 225
-15%-9%
$65.6k
Facility $65.6k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #199 / 230
-
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #218 / 225
3.5
Facility 3.5
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #73 / 225
3107-
59
Facility 59
FL AVG 40
Rank #368 / 1487
Tamika Handou Ngaham
$13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #122 / 229
$6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #135 / 229
49.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #135 / 229
106041
Palm Garden of Pinellas
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Se Largo (Largo)
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #255 / 1060
91.9%
Facility 91.9%
FL AVG 84.1
Rank #59 / 128
+9%
3.96
Facility 3.96
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #106 / 225
-28%-2%
$10.0k
Facility $10.0k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #158 / 230
-
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #188 / 225
7.5
Facility 7.5
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #207 / 225
2110-
51
Facility 51
FL AVG 40
Rank #503 / 1487
Sandra Mitchell
$13.3MFiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility $13.3MFiscal year ending 10/2023
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #140 / 229
$6.4MFiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility $6.4MFiscal year ending 10/2023
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #150 / 229
48.6%Fiscal year ending 10/2023
Facility 48.6%Fiscal year ending 10/2023
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #116 / 229
105733
Overview of East Bay Rehabilitation Center

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in the thriving neighborhood of East Bay Drive, Clearwater, FL, East Bay Rehabilitation Center is a distinguished community that offers therapy, skilled nursing, and specialized care. Alongside comprehensive care options, round-the-clock assistance is provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Residents experience comfort and safety with the community’s luxurious and spacious accommodations.

Dedicated to enhancing residents’ living experiences, the community offers outpatient therapy to ensure a worry-free recovery. Medicare and Medicaid are accepted in the community, helping residents with their financial burdens. The community’s cozy and nurturing environment makes it an ideal option for those seeking top-notch care to live comfortably in their golden years. Proving its trusted and exceptional quality, the community is a Medicare and Medicaid five-star community and has received the Governor’s Gold Seal.

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Overview of Gulf Shore Care Center

Receive the highest quality of care with Gulf Shore Care Center, an astounding community in Pinellas Park, FL, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With a wide range of services, including IV, respiratory, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, X-ray, and wound care, the community goes above and beyond to enhance residents’ living experiences. A compassionate and highly trained team is available around the clock, ensuring residents receive the highest quality of care and assistance for their special needs.

Residents here will not run out of things to do with a carefully curated calendar of engaging events and stimulating programs. Alongside a friendly and welcoming environment, beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations are also provided to ensure comfort and safety. Make every moment of your golden years count with the community’s dedicated care and specially designed amenities.

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Overview of Tierra Pines Center

Start your wellness journey with Tierra Pines Center, a trusted community located in the scenic setting of Largo, FL, that offers long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized care. With top-notch care and assistance provided 24/7, the community strives to meet residents’ special needs to ensure a comfortable lifestyle. Residents can feel at ease with the community’s cozy and welcoming environment.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is also conducted for residents to remain socially engaged and active. Prioritizing residents’ health, delightful and nutritious meals are also served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, providing comprehensive care for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Gateway Post-Acute Care Center

Ideally located in the harmonious neighborhood of Pinellas Park, FL, Gateway Post-Acute Care Center is an outstanding community that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, residents find the care and support they need with a wide range of care, including cardiac, pulmonary, memory care, outpatient rehab, stroke recovery, hospice care, respite care, therapy, wound care, and orthopedic rehabilitation. A compassionate and highly trained team also attends to residents around the clock, ensuring a worry-free lifestyle.

The community works closely with acute care providers, ensuring residents receive the right care as recommended by their physicians. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. For overall wellness, dietary programs are also provided to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Live a blissful retirement, accompanied by the community’s exceptional care and dedicated services.

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Overview of The Barclay at Pasadena

Spend your golden years vibrantly with The Barclay at Pasadena, an excellent community in South Pasadena, FL for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents here are equipped with top-notch and personalized care services to maintain their comfort and well-being while preserving their independence. From assistance with tasks like medication management, mobility, and personal care to bright and spacious accommodations, this community has it all for a comfortable living experience.

Those living with memory conditions thrive in their safe and secure memory care unit where they can receive specialized care and programming tailored to their holistic needs while making them feel included and cared for. Fun activities and gourmet meals are also available to residents to help them maintain a well-rounded lifestyle. The living experience here is further enhanced by amenities such as a fitness center, golf simulator room, salon, and more. Whether you’re looking for comfort or fun, The Barclay at Pasadena has it all for you.

Contact The Barclay at Pasadena

Overview of Pinellas Park Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center

Find the care you need with Pinellas Park Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center, a trusted community located in Pinellas Park, FL, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community provides comprehensive care, including cardiac care, memory care, stroke recovery, respiratory care, palliative care, and therapy, ensuring residents meet their unique needs and preferences. Promoting a cozy and nurturing environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease and live their golden years to the fullest.

The community utilizes a holistic approach to enhance residents’ living experiences. Working closely with acute care providers, residents can rest assured of receiving the right care according to their needs. Dietary programs are also available to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking a wide range of care to recover and to spend their golden years.

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HarbourWood Care Center

549 Sky Harbor Dr Building #31, Clearwater, FL 33759
Overview of HarbourWood Care Center

HarbourWood Care Center is a trusted community set in the serene neighborhood of Sky Harbor Drive, Clearwater, FL, that offers short-term and long-term rehabilitation. Providing a wide range of care options, including memory care, cardiac care, outpatient rehab, transitional care programs, and palliative and hospice care, the community strives to meet residents’ special needs. With a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock, residents ease their worries and live their later years to the fullest.

The community encourages residents to remain socially engaged, promoting good connections with the local neighborhood. With collaboration with healthcare providers, residents can rest assured of receiving care and support tailored to their needs. Carefully curated dietary programs are also provided to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Find all the care you need in one place with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and comprehensive care.

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Overview of Oak Manor Senior Living Community

Ideally situated in the serene residential area of Oak Manor Lane, Largo, FL, Oak Manor Senior Living Community is an esteemed community that offers assisted living and independent living. Featuring cozy and specially designed studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, residents can choose the accommodation that best matches their preferences. A compassionate and highly trained team also provides top-notch care and assistance 24/7, ensuring residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

Enrich retirement with a variety of engaging events and stimulating activities tailored to residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Prioritizing residents’ well-being, healthy and delicious meals are served to meet dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided to ensure residents do not miss any of their errands and doctor appointments. Make every moment of your golden years within the community’s dedicated care and purposely built amenities.

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Overview of Freedom Square of Seminole

Make the most of your best years with Freedom Square of Seminole, a multi-awarded life plan community in Seminole, FL, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-notch care and assistance tailored to their special needs around the clock. Housekeeping, linen services, and concierge services are provided to ensure a worry-free lifestyle.

Here, residents continue to learn and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of enriching programs and fun recreational activities. Chef-prepared dining is also available to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and tastes. With an extensive array of amenities, including a wellness center, a heated indoor pool, a business center, an arts and crafts studio, a fitness center, and well-maintained gardens, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness.

Contact Freedom Square of Seminole

Overview of Palm Garden of Pinellas

Spend your golden years with Palm Garden of Pinellas, a distinguished community located in the harmonious neighborhood of Largo, FL, that offers short- and long-term care, and rehabilitation. Here, residents receive top-tier care and assistance tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7. Alongside a nurturing and inviting environment, a wide range of care options are provided to ensure residents’ comfort and wellness.

Enriching activities and stimulating programs are also conducted for residents to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Therapy, pain management, palliative care, and hospice services are also available to meet residents’ everchanging needs. Meals are important to keeping older adults healthy, so the community provides nutritional counseling to accommodate dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those who need comprehensive care to live comfortably in their golden years.

Contact Palm Garden of Pinellas

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 Pinellas County, 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 10 nursing homes in Pinellas County, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Pinellas County, 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 Pinellas County, 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 Pinellas County, 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.