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Avg Walk Score: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Florida. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Florida. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from 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.

Care Types in This Table AL (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. SC (Senior Care):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in citations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Reported profit orientation for the operator or facility (e.g. for-profit vs nonprofit), as provided in state licensing or disclosure data.
Total monetary fines or penalties in the reporting window from the state source. A single large fine can dominate this figure.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills LLC
SC
AL
IL
MC
Lakeland
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 85
Rank #424 / 976
Yes
79
Facility 79
FL AVG 41
Rank #101 / 1,332
Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills LLC45
31%
Facility 31%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #134 / 907
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 33
Rank #631 / 907
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 907
For-Profit$10,774Tyrus Hawkins--
The Barrington
SC
AL
IL
Largo
95
Facility 95
FL AVG 85
Rank #424 / 976
Yes
62
Facility 62
FL AVG 41
Rank #291 / 1,332
Gv Largo Opco LLC37
32%
Facility 32%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #139 / 907
42
Facility 42
FL AVG 33
Rank #631 / 907
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 907
For-Profit-Jessica Sisti-Lewis1 Bed / 2 BedA+
The Landing of Panama City Beach
SC
AL
MC
RC
Panama City Beach
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 85
Rank #555 / 976
Yes
30
Facility 30
FL AVG 41
Rank #839 / 1,332
Vop Landing Pcb, LLC21
48%
Facility 48%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #308 / 907
22
Facility 22
FL AVG 33
Rank #325 / 907
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 907
For-Profit-Jasmine Martin Dickson-A+
The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mt Dora
100
Facility 100
FL AVG 85
Rank #364 / 976
Yes
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 41
Rank #534 / 1,332
Waterman Communities, Inc24
58%
Facility 58%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #475 / 907
25
Facility 25
FL AVG 33
Rank #389 / 907
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 907
Non-Profit$5,625Ingrid Piedrahita--
Kiva of Mount Dora
SC
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Mount Dora
32
Facility 32
FL AVG 85
Rank #761 / 976
No
82
Facility 82
FL AVG 41
Rank #77 / 1,332
Ctk Properties, LLC24
46%
Facility 46%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #294 / 907
27
Facility 27
FL AVG 33
Rank #416 / 907
1.1
Facility 1.1
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #315 / 907
For-Profit$1,500Judith Young--
Westminster Shores
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
St. Petersburg (Bahama Shores)
103
Facility 103
FL AVG 85
Rank #349 / 976
Yes
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 41
Rank #1,308 / 1,332
Westminster Shores, Inc20
50%
Facility 50%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #326 / 907
18
Facility 18
FL AVG 33
Rank #250 / 907
0.9
Facility 0.9
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #49 / 907
Non-Profit$3,500Laura Pesano--
The Palms at Plantation
SC
AL
MC
Plantation
126
Facility 126
FL AVG 85
Rank #206 / 976
Yes
70
Facility 70
FL AVG 41
Rank #189 / 1,332
Palms Plantation Property, LLC2
0%
Facility 0%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #1 / 907
2
Facility 2
FL AVG 33
Rank #15 / 907
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 907
For-Profit-Matthew SarnelliStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Belmont Village Ft Lauderdale, LLC
SC
AL
IL
MC
Fort Lauderdale (East Fort Lauderdale)
244
Facility 244
FL AVG 85
Rank #11 / 976
No
46
Facility 46
FL AVG 41
Rank #534 / 1,332
Belmont Village Ft. Lauderdale, LLC13
77%
Facility 77%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #781 / 907
9
Facility 9
FL AVG 33
Rank #105 / 907
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #3 / 907
For-Profit-Susan Snyder--
Bella Mar at Royal Palm Beach
SC
AL
MC
Royal Palm Beach
114
Facility 114
FL AVG 85
Rank #291 / 976
Yes
54
Facility 54
FL AVG 41
Rank #405 / 1,332
Rpb Senior Living LLC10
70%
Facility 70%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #674 / 907
7
Facility 7
FL AVG 33
Rank #77 / 907
0.7
Facility 0.7
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #3 / 907
For-Profit-Adam Baker--
Highpoint at Stonecrest
SC
AL
IL
MC
Summerfield
122
Facility 122
FL AVG 85
Rank #225 / 976
Yes
6
Facility 6
FL AVG 41
Rank #1,250 / 1,332
Hc Summerfield Management Fl, LLC12
17%
Facility 17%
FL AVG 58.3%
Rank #70 / 907
12
Facility 12
FL AVG 33
Rank #146 / 907
1.0
Facility 1.0
FL AVG 1.4
Rank #153 / 907
For-Profit-Joelle Watkins--

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Overview of Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills

Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Lakeland, Florida. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Having these care levels together can suit someone whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 95 beds, and residents may live with pets. Scheduled transportation is available for shopping, banking, and medical appointments, so residents can attend those outings without arranging each ride themselves. A salon and spa support on-site grooming, while the outdoor courtyard offers a place to spend time outside.

Restaurant-style meals are served in the dining hall or in a resident’s room. Payment options include insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, and Veterans Affairs benefits, giving eligible residents and families several ways to cover care. Tyrus Hawkins serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 79 places the area in the very walkable range, so most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact Sunburst Community Care-Lakeland Hills LLC

Overview of The Barrington

The Barrington Senior Living is an exceptional assisted living community in the vibrant city of Largo, Florida. From the serene courtyards to the inviting bistro, theater, and salon, every space has been thoughtfully designed to provide ultimate comfort and care. Indulge in the delightful experience of restaurant-style dining, where delectable meals cater to every resident’s taste.

The Barrington’s apartments are carefully designed to ensure maximum comfort and a smooth transition for seniors. They offer a stunning entrance and elegant common areas adorned with designer touches. They also have a variety of apartment floor plans, each designed to exude unparalleled comfort and style. As a pet-friendly community, The Barrington warmly welcomes furry companions. The Barrington has affordable prices accompanied by services and amenities to ensure every resident’s happiness and well-being.

Contact The Barrington

The Landing of Panama City Beach

401 Alf Coleman Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Overview of The Landing of Panama City Beach

Located in beautiful Panama City Beach, FL, The Landing of Panama City Beach is an extraordinary senior living community offering enhanced assisted living and memory care. The community features a spacious private studio and companion suite with a bath. With round-the-clock care and assistance, The Landing of Panama City Beach ensures comfortable and safe residences. With SRI University, seniors continue to learn and keep their cognition active through university-style classes and programs. Moreover, the community enhances the seniors’ mental, emotional, and physical health through fun-filled enrichment activities. Fostering a bright and welcoming environment, residents may enjoy chef-prepared meals with others in their elegant dining areas three times daily. The Landing of Panama City Beach provides a beauty salon barber shop, and safe outdoor spaces.

Contact The Landing of Panama City Beach

Overview of The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community

The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community in Mt Dora, Florida, offers assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while home care brings assistance to the place where a resident lives. Nursing care provides nursing support, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care is a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having several care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, because the resident may be able to move to another level without leaving the community. The community has 100 beds, and Medicaid is accepted, giving families whose savings may not cover a long stay a payment option. Ingrid Piedrahita serves as the administrator, and Waterman Communities operates the community.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. The area has a Walk Score of 46 and is dependent on cars, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

Contact The Oaks at Waterman Village Retirement Community

Overview of Kiva of Mount Dora

Kiva of Mount Dora offers assisted living, nursing home care, hospice care, and skilled nursing in Mount Dora, Florida. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management, while nursing home and skilled nursing care have licensed nurses on site around the clock; hospice supports comfort focused care for residents with end of life needs.

With 32 beds, the community is smaller, which can give staff and residents more opportunity to get to know one another. Its range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow from daily assistance to nursing care without leaving the community.

Residents can use the beauty shop and salon, receive rehabilitation services, and spend time on porches and lawns while visiting with family and friends. Meals are cooked from scratch at the facility, including special meals for holidays, and transportation allows residents to travel beyond the community when walking is not practical. A Walk Score of 82 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, giving a resident who no longer drives a way to get out independently. Judith Young serves as administrator, and Ctk Properties operates Kiva of Mount Dora. Payment options include insurance and/or HMO, Medicaid, Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, and Workers Compensation.

Contact Kiva of Mount Dora

Westminster Shores

125 56Th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Overview of Westminster Shores

Westminster Shores is a community committed to providing excellent service that blends arts, culture, and dining. Catering to independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing care, the home places a lot of importance on the intelligent use of interior design to boost one’s creativity and maintain a healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. They value the freedom of residents to spend their days the way they want without compromising the quality of care they deserve, ensuring a life well lived and enjoyed.

At Westminster Shores, you’ll find everything you need with their quality amenities and helpful services. One of the trusted choices in St. Petersburg, the senior living homes tries to ensure that residents maintain an active lifestyle which is they offer an exclusive My W Life, a premier wellness program that cultivates a lifestyle that help maintain freedom and active senior living experience, such as entertainment programs, educational activities, and delicious meal plans.

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Overview of The Palms at Plantation

Beautifully set in the quiet neighborhood of Plantation, FL, The Palms at Plantation is a distinct community that offers assisted living and memory care. Dedicated to improving residents’ comfort and safety, the community provides snug and beautifully designed accommodations, varying from studio to two-bedroom floor plans. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a respectful and well-trained team, residents enjoy the highest quality of life in retirement.

A well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is also conducted for residents to interact with their surroundings and live actively. With diverse dining options provided 24/7, residents have the finest dining experience that satisfies their nutritional needs and preferences. Here, residents can rest assured of living their golden years with ease with the community’s genuine and trusted care.

Contact The Palms at Plantation

Overview of Belmont Village Ft Lauderdale

Situated at 1031 Seminole Dr in the East Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Broward County, Belmont Village Ft Lauderdale is a 244-bed senior living community. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, the facility combines personalized care with vibrant programming built to promote well-being and life quality for residents.

The community staffs licensed nurses and CNAs 24/7 to ensure all-time support for residents across all care levels. The multilingual team speaks Creole, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, serving a diverse senior population. Belmont Village also works with insurance providers and HMO plans to support residents’ payment flexibility. Belmont Village’s programming reflects a commitment to active aging and cognitive wellness. Residents benefit from specialty programs including Senior Choices, Short Stay options, and the Whole Brain Fitness program, alongside comprehensive Health & Wellness initiatives. The community also delivers financial planning assistance and maintains solid partnerships with universities and healthcare providers to boost care quality. Life at the facility highlights hospitality and resident engagement through its curated programming and storytelling initiatives. The location offers average walkability, with a Walk Score of 46, so some nearby services can be accessed on foot, but most errands and activities need transportation. The surrounding East Fort Lauderdale area is accessible to local amenities and healthcare facilities within Broward County.

Concerning operational standards, the community has proven commitment to compliance. While earlier inspections noted isolated deficiencies in areas such as resident care, risk management, staffing, and records management, the community has shown improvement in compliance over time, with more recent inspections having no major deficiencies.

Contact Belmont Village Ft Lauderdale, LLC

Overview of Bella Mar at Royal Palm Beach

A 114-bed assisted living and memory care community is Bella Mar at Royal Palm Beach in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. Operated by RPB Senior Living LLC and administrated by Adam Baker, it takes Medicaid, offering a financial pathway for families utilizing that coverage. Residents live in private units within a larger shared setting that has common spaces and organized community services.

The community is staffed with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who provide individualized support tailored to each resident’s needs. Spanish, Creole, and English are spoken at the facility, reflecting the cultural diversity of the Palm Beach area and ensuring communication and care that respects residents’ backgrounds. In a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 54, the community sits in a quieter residential area where some errands are accessible on foot, while others require a quick drive. This setting suits families valuing a residential feel with nearby shops, dining, and services within reach. The community’s programming is built around several key pillars: Wellness & Activities, Care Services & Team support, Community Experience, Culinary & Dining, and Lifestyle Options. Daily activities include arts and crafts, cooking classes, music programs, dancing, exercise classes, games and cards, gardening, shopping outings, theater and movie screenings, and organized social events. This variety of programming helps residents stay engaged, active, and connected to the community.

The facility operates under Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) oversight, which conducts surprise inspections to ensure health and safety standards. State inspections have examined the community’s performance across operational and care areas, including medication management, emergency preparedness, dietary standards, and record-keeping. During the inspection period reviewed, no substantiated complaints were filed.

For families contemplating Bella Mar at Royal Palm Beach, scheduling a tour is a chance to observe private rooms, view activity and dining spaces, and speak with the team about how their services match your loved one’s care needs and lifestyle preferences. The facility’s setting also fits families who cherish a residential feel with walkable nearby shops, dining, and services.

Contact Bella Mar at Royal Palm Beach

Highpoint at Stonecrest

17201 Se 109Th Terrace Rd, Summerfield, FL 34491
Overview of Highpoint at Stonecrest

Highpoint at Stonecrest offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Summerfield, FL. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks without taking away the resident’s own apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. Highpoint at Stonecrest may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community. The community has 122 beds, Joelle Watkins serves as administrator, and Hc Summerfield Management Fl operates it. A saltwater pool provides an on-site place to swim, chef-prepared dining means meals are prepared by a chef, and pets are allowed, with a dog park where a resident’s dog can exercise.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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