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Nursing Home in Orlando

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.

The Gardens Health and Rehab Center

Nursing Home in Orlando

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.

The Gardens Health and Rehab Center

Overview of The Gardens Health and Rehab Center

The Gardens Health and Rehab Center is a fantastic facility that has been awarded an impressive 5-star rating by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. They offer a wide range of services, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, hospice and palliative care, and respite care. It contains 26 private suites and 41 companion suites, ensuring that every resident has ample space and privacy. The modern rehabilitation gym is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to help seniors recover and regain their strength.
The home fosters a sense of community among residents, promoting companionship and socialization. There are plenty of communal spaces for residents to gather, including the beautiful enclosed courtyard and the expansive community visiting areas. Coupled with a range of social activities, like games, arts and crafts, movies, and light exercise classes, seniors will surely always have something to do. The facility also provides onsite transportation to appointments and activities, and the spacious dining areas provide residents with a comfortable and welcoming space to enjoy their meals. There is never a dull day at The Gardens Health and Rehab Center.

(386) 255-6571

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.
3/5
Florida average: 3.7/5
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.
2/5
Florida average: 3.2/5
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.
2/5
Florida average: 3.7/5
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.
5/5
Florida average: 4.3/5

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 19m per day

This home provides 25% less nursing time per resident than the Florida average.

Florida average: 4h 25m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 108

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Florida
Occupancy rate 96.3%
Residents per day (avg) 103
Occupancy rate
96.3%
Residents per day (avg)
103

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

43% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

55% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 23 days

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$20.7M
Profit
$2.2M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$20.7M
Profit
$2.2M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.8M
28% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.7M
Total costs $18.5M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 41 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number105822

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsShort-term Care, Long-term Care, Amenities, Careers, Gallery, E-Card, Pay Link

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Inspection History

In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.

4 visits/inspections

1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

2 routine inspections

Results

4 with issues

0 without issues

Latest inspection

Date December 10, 2024
Complaint Investigation

12 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Florida average: 19 deficiencies

0 fines

Florida average: 5 fines

Total amount fined: $0.00

Florida average: $11,623.53

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Florida average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Dec 2024

Total health citations 8

Florida average 19.7

Citations per inspection
2

Florida average 4.48


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

6 of 8 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 8 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.8


Serious Health citations More info 2
400% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Florida average: 0.8

2 serious citations More info Florida average: 0.4

6 moderate citations More info Florida average: 18.4

0 minor citations More info Florida average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights serious citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Dec 10, 2024
Corrected

Resident Rights serious citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Dec 10, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jan 25, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jan 25, 2024
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Orlando 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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Coastal 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.

Daytona Beach (Medical Center)
120
89.9%
+7%
4.02
-58%
0%
0
15
3.0
0
111
A+
35
Coastal Center Operations Holdings Llc
$12.1M
$5.6M
46.4%
105565
Delaney Park 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.

Orlando (Lake Copeland)
89
90.9%
+8%
3.02
+74%
-25%
1
23
4.6
2
84
-
66
Mines, Matthew
$15.3M
$4.8M
31.6%
105791
The Gardens Health and Rehab 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.

Daytona Beach
108
97.9%
+16%
3.32
-50%
-18%
2
8
2.0
2
103
A-
41
Gardens Snf Holdco Llc
$20.7M
$5.8M
28%
105822
Daytona Beach 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.

Daytona Beach
180
78.3%
-7%
4.97
-33%
+23%
1
16
3.2
4
143
-
51
Mathes, Loretta
$16.1M
$7.8M
48.7%
105311
Guardian Care Nursing & 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.

Orlando (Southwest Orlando)
99
93.1%
+10%
3.91
+4%
-3%
1
19
6.3
1
94
-
39
Abrahams, Eloise
$11.2M
$5.3M
47.9%
105797

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Address 2.6 miles from city center — 0.52 miles to nearest hospital (Halifax Health Medical Center)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 272
Employees 171
Contractors 101
Staff to resident ratio 2.62:1
72% better than Florida average

Florida average ratio: 1.52:1

Avg staff/day 65
Average shift 7.4 hours
6% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 43,548
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 63
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 127
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.8%

3,394 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 58 Licensed Practical Nurse: 35 Registered Nurse: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant695812721,19991100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse2835637,46091100%7.5
Registered Nurse133162,18891100%6.8
RN Director of Nursing6062,03491100%8.3
Physical Therapy Aide120122,0078998%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist82101,7269099%7.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician100101,4098796%6.5
Physical Therapy Assistant4261,0098088%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,0056470%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff6066438189%7.6
Dental Services Staff2025926571%8.7
Mental Health Service Worker2025616571%8
Dietitian1015186571%8
Administrator1015046369%8
Nurse Practitioner1014485662%8
Qualified Social Worker4152474651%5.3
127 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
63 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 100%
12 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 98%
10 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 99%
10 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 96%
6 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 88%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 89%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 71%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 51%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
104 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
29 residents (27.9%)
Medicaid
51 residents (49%)
Private pay or other
24 residents (23.1%)
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. 4.9
35% 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. 7.4
40% better than Florida average

Florida average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.6%
28% better than Florida average

Florida average: 10.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 10.8%
17% 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 3.9%
71% better 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 0.8%
72% better than Florida average

Florida average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.3%
38% better than Florida average

Florida average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Florida average

Florida average: 0.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.9%
68% better than Florida average

Florida average: 6.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 14.4%
331% worse than Florida average

Florida average: 3.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.8%
28% 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 100.0%
In line with Florida average

Florida average: 99.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.8%
5% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
77% better than Florida average

Florida average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.7%
5% better than Florida average

Florida average: 94.7%

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 $9K
88% 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 $9K
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. Dec 10, 2024
$4K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 10, 2024
$4K

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.