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Best Nursing Homes in Winter Haven, FL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 nursing homes in Winter Haven, 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: 4.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Winter Haven, 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: 4.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Winter Haven, 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: 3.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven
NH
MC
Winter Haven
177
Facility 177
FL AVG 89
Rank #82 / 1074
93.4%
Facility 93.4%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #54 / 258
+11%
4.07
Facility 4.07
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #91 / 253
+5% +1%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
-
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #161 / 252
7.3
Facility 7.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #224 / 252
- 167 -
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 40
Rank #1056 / 1486
Ashlea Evans
$19.5M
Facility $19.5M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #44 / 257
$11.4M
Facility $11.4M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #53 / 257
58.4%
Facility 58.4%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #189 / 257
105792
Palm Garden of Winter Haven
NH
HC
PC
RC
Winter Haven
120
Facility 120
FL AVG 89
Rank #256 / 1074
94.5%
Facility 94.5%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #34 / 258
+12%
3.98
Facility 3.98
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #110 / 253
-11% -2%
$24.4k
Facility $24.4k
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #206 / 258
-
24
Facility 24
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #172 / 252
4.8
Facility 4.8
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #158 / 252
2 112 -
49
Facility 49
FL AVG 40
Rank #540 / 1486
Samantha Lahat
$13.5M
Facility $13.5M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #116 / 257
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #177 / 257
48.6%
Facility 48.6%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #218 / 257
105566
Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center
NH
Winter Haven
132
Facility 132
FL AVG 89
Rank #206 / 1074
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
FL AVG 84.3%
Rank #51 / 258
+11%
4.76
Facility 4.76
FL AVG 4.04
Rank #38 / 253
-10% +18%
$0
Facility $0
FL AVG $78.9k
Rank #1 / 258
-
16
Facility 16
FL AVG 19.7
Rank #107 / 252
5.3
Facility 5.3
FL AVG 4.5
Rank #176 / 252
- 129 -
48
Facility 48
FL AVG 40
Rank #557 / 1486
Daniel Melton
$20.2M
Facility $20.2M
FL AVG $15.7M
Rank #72 / 257
$11.1M
Facility $11.1M
FL AVG $6.1M
Rank #56 / 257
54.7%
Facility 54.7%
FL AVG 39.8%
Rank #118 / 257
105730
Overview of Life Care Center of Winter Haven

Spend your golden years happily with the Life Care Center of Winter Haven, a distinct senior living community in Cypress Gardens Boulevard, Winter Haven, FL, specializing in skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents live in comfort and convenience surrounded by cozy and spacious amenities designed to optimize their independence. With comprehensive care services provided around the clock, residents are encouraged to lead a meaningful life.

Mingle with your surroundings and do the things you live with a jam-packed calendar of activities that aims to keep them active and happy. Residents also enjoy delectable and healthy cuisine for a satisfactory dining experience. With its dedicated care and specially designed amenities, residents will surely flourish and gain meaningful experiences in their best years.

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Overview of Palm Garden of Winter Haven

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.

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Overview of Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center

Spring Lake Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Winter Haven, FL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring resort-style amenities, the community ensures older adults have a comfortable stay. Residents can also focus on their healing and recovery with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care to help them return to their routines.

Light exercises, social events, and various activities encourage residents to live actively and have fun. A movie theater and a cafe bistro are among the upscale amenities available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated near lakes, like Spring Lake and Lake Silver, restaurants, and the Northgate Shopping Center, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it an ideal option for senior living in Florida.

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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 Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, FL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, 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 Winter Haven, 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.