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Nursing Home in Pinellas County

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Palm Garden of Pinellas

Nursing Home in Pinellas County

CMS overall rating Info 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.

Palm Garden of Pinellas

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.

(727) 585-9377

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
1/5
Florida average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info 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.
1/5
Florida average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info 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.
3/5
Florida average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info 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.
4/5
Florida average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 58m per day

This home provides 2% less nursing time per resident than the Florida average.

Florida average: 4h 2m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 34m per day 44m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 17m per day 2h 20m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 20m per day 3h 31m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 5m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 30m per day 32m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Florida average: 84.3%
Occupancy rate 93.4%
Residents per day (avg) 106
Occupancy rate
93.4%
Residents per day (avg)
106

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$17.1M
Profit
$19.7K
Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$17.1M
Profit
$19.7K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
32.1% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.6M
Total costs $17.1M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 51 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Additional Licensing Details

Awards2017 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award recipient by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

19 amenities
Pain Management
Specialized Wound Care Team
Physical
Occupational And Speech Therapies
Vitalstim (For Swallowing Difficulties)
Diabetic Care
Outpatient Rehab Services
Ileostomy And Colostomy Care
Psychosocial Support
Respite Care
Post Discharge Follow-Up
Palliative Care And Hospice Services
Life Enrichment Programs
Spacious Areas For Outdoor Enjoyment
Private And Semi-Private Rooms
Nutritional Counseling By A Registered Dietician
Spacious Therapy Gyms
Complimentary Wifi Access
Beauty/Barber Salons
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Outpatient Therapy, Life enrichment programs, Palliative Care and Hospice Services, Pain Management, Specialized Wound Care, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies, Nutritional Counseling by a Registered Dietician, Respite Care, Post Discharge Follow-up
Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at Palm Garden of Pinellas

Nursing Home

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Florida average 4.3


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 30

Florida average 19.7

Citations per inspection
7.5

Florida average 4.48


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

25 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 30 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 30 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 2
150% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 0.8


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.4

2 critical citations More info Florida average: 0.8

0 serious citations More info Florida average: 0.4

28 moderate citations More info Florida average: 18.4

0 minor citations More info Florida average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. May 15, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Pinellas County The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

5 facilities compared · CMS & FL Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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CH

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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).

Clearwater120 89.3% +6%4.21 -53%+4%0133.30114- 13 -$14.8M$6.9M46.7%105697
Gulf Shore Care 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).

Pinellas Park120 94.2% +12%3.23 -39%-20%0155.00111- 52 Gulf Shore Nursing Holdco Llc$11.6M$2.7M23.7%105978
Pinellas Park Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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).

Pinellas Park120 90.4% +7%- - -58%-1214.22-- 74 Mcmillon, David$16.6M$5.7M34.2%105422
Gateway Post-Acute Care Center
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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).

Pinellas Park120 92.7% +10%- -42%-0284.70105A+ 47 Kirby, Ivana$17.9M$6.0M33.8%105486
Palm Garden of Pinellas
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).

Largo120 93.4% +11%3.96 -19%-2%2307.52106- 51 Mitchell, Sandra$16.9M$5.5M32.5%105733

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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 109
Contractors 47
Staff to resident ratio 1.46:1
0% compared with Florida average

Florida average ratio: 1.52:1

Avg staff/day 53
Average shift 8.4 hours
6% better than Florida average

Florida average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 40,477
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 38
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 79
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

4.7%

1,888 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 17 Certified Nursing Assistant: 15 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 7 Dietitian: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Registered Nurse: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant64157922,48191100%8.8
Licensed Practical Nurse2117387,23291100%8.6
Registered Nurse141154,53891100%8.6
Dietitian3251,5609099%8
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0516976%8.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029766976%8.4
RN Director of Nursing1015126571%7.9
Administrator1014966268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Speech Language Pathologist0114285763%7.5
Qualified Social Worker0223715965%6.3
Physical Therapy Aide0112714954%5.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant077595358%1
Medical Director011301516%2
79 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
38 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Dietitian
% of Days 99%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 76%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 65%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 63%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 65%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 54%
7 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 58%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 16%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 107
Medicare
14
13.1% of residents
Medicaid
60
56.1% of residents
Private pay or other
33
30.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.8
22% better than Florida average

Florida average: 7.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 17.0
37% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Florida avg: 4.6 Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 9.0%
14% better than Florida average

Florida average: 10.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 10.0%
23% better than Florida average

Florida average: 12.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 32.0%
136% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 13.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.7%
78% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.9%
46% better than Florida average

Florida average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.9%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 0.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.4%
60% better than Florida average

Florida average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 3.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.8%
40% better than Florida average

Florida average: 8.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 97.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 99.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.26
55% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 2.10

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.21
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 1.18

Short-stay resident measures
Average Florida avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.3%
5% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.6%
60% better than Florida average

Florida average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.2%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 94.7%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.2%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 26.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.9%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 9.3%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 72.0%
34% better than Florida average

Florida average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 48.1%
5% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $10K
86% lower than Florida average

Florida average: $72K

Number of fines 2
24% fewer fines than Florida average

Florida average: 2.6

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Florida average

Florida average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $10K
Florida average $72K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 10, 2024
$5K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 10, 2024
$5K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled, Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+, Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

~$2,829/month (individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds).

~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

~$1,004/month (individual, including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Florida SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Florida resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; ~1,000 slots/year.

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