Total health inspections
3
Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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Nursing Home
Life Care Center of Melbourne
Life Care Center of Melbourne is a senior community in the scenic environs of Melbourne, Florida. This remarkable facility is dedicated to providing skilled nursing care that aims to enhance the independence of its residents and patients. It is the nearest inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation nursing home within the community. The facility’s rehabilitation gym is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment designed to facilitate the achievement of recovery goals for residents and patients.
Life Care Center of Melbourne is conveniently situated across the street from the esteemed Holmes Regional Medical Center. It is also strategically positioned near pristine beaches and a mere hour’s drive south of the iconic Kennedy Space Center. Notably, Life Care Center of Melbourne has garnered recognition, as it was named one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for the year 2022-2023, a testament to its unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care and service.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home is often near full
That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.
Occupancy rate
95.6%
Residents per day (avg)
116
Occupancy rate
95.6%
Residents per day (avg)
116
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
58% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
31% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.2M
Profit
$1.6M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25,171,004.00
Profit
$1,627,606.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$23.5M
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
12
Florida average 19.7
Citations per inspection
4
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 12 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
12 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Sep 25, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Sep 25, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Sep 25, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Sep 25, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 09, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
May 09, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
May 09, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
May 09, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Melbourne The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
Life Care Center of Melbourne
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Melbourne
120
95.6%
+13%
3.81
-6%
0
12
0
116
-
39
Delena, Dana
$25,0M
$7,2M
28.7%
105291
West Melbourne Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
West Melbourne
180
83.8%
-1%
4.92
+22%
1
34
2
140
C+
79
Caiati, Denise
$19,3M
$8,6M
44.5%
105376
Indian River Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Melbourne
179
92.3%
+10%
3.73
-8%
1
16
3
171
-
34
King, Cazzie
$19,2M
$7,6M
39.6%
105673
Places of interest near Life Care Center of Melbourne
0.7 miles from city center — 0.26 miles to nearest hospital (Circles of Care)
606 E Sheridan Rd, Melbourne, FL 32901
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
156
Employees
151
Contractors
5
Staff to resident ratio
1.37:1
10% worse than Florida averageFlorida average ratio: 1.52:1
Avg staff/day
69
Average shift
7.9 hours
0% compared with Florida averageFlorida average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
49,580
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
16
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
22
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
64
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.6%
322 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 64 | 0 | 64 | 22,315 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 0 | 22 | 7,228 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,580 | 91 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,174 | 80 | 88% | 7.1 |
| Dietitian | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,659 | 86 | 95% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,470 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,469 | 88 | 97% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,344 | 69 | 76% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,282 | 71 | 78% | 7.6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 958 | 74 | 81% | 7.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 919 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 745 | 66 | 73% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 614 | 73 | 80% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 452 | 67 | 74% | 6.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 210 | 28 | 31% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 69 | 4 | 4% | 13.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 3 | 3% | 14.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 33 | 5 | 5% | 6.6 |
64 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
88%
4 Dietitian
% of Days
95%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
71%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
97%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
76%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
78%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
81%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
71%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
73%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
80%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
68%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
74%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
31%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
4%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
5%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
114 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
27 residents (23.7%)
Medicaid
56 residents (49.1%)
Private pay or other
31 residents (27.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.2
43% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 7.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.2
34% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.6%
37% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.6%
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.9%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.5%
45% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
52% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
58% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
26% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.4%
93% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.8%
16% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.8%
47% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 97.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 99.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.42
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.42
32% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.10
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.97
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.97
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.18
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.9%
6% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.2%
11% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 26.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.4%
12% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 9.3%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.2%
70% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
71.9%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
71.9%
34% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
61.6%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
61.6%
22% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Melbourne based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
95.6%
↑ 5.7pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,627,606
↑ ~$1.3M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8,574,345
↑ ~$341K vs 2022
Profit Margin
6.5%
↑ 5.3pp vs 2022
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