Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

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Winkler Court, situated in Fort Myers, Florida, exists as a not-for-profit care center dedicated to providing exceptional post-acute care, rehabilitation programs, and skilled nursing services. What sets them apart is their authentic and compassionate approach to caregiving. With a team of friendly and caring staff, they have perfected the art of efficient, genuine, and heartfelt service.
Winkler Court’s commitment to excellence is evident in their provision of respite care, restorative care, and palliative care, making it a dependable choice for families seeking a clean, attentive, and supportive environment for their loved ones. In the heart of Fort Myers, Winkler Court thrives as a haven where genuine care meets expertise. Families entrust their loved ones to this facility, appreciating not just the professional services but also the warmth and sincerity that define the Winkler Court experience.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | FL Average | vs. FL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 56 | 33 | This facility has 70% more total citations than a typical Florida nursing home (56 vs. FL avg 33).↑ 70% worse |
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Citations per year
| 11.2 | 6.6 | This facility has 70% more citations per year than a typical Florida nursing home (11.2 vs. FL avg 6.6).↑ 70% worse |
The most recent inspection on April 24, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies related to resident dignity during meal service, care planning, pressure injury management, infection control, medication administration, activity engagement, vision care, nutrition, and facility maintenance. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of environmental maintenance issues, medication administration concerns, and lapses in resident care and safety, including a substantiated complaint investigation in February 2024 involving a fall from a broken mechanical lift that caused injury. Inspectors cited recurring themes of inadequate environment upkeep, incomplete or untimely care planning, and insufficient staff competencies in medication and equipment use. Complaint investigations were substantiated in 2024 regarding neglect and safety protocol failures, while other complaints were unsubstantiated or not noted. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with facility maintenance and care processes, with no clear improvement trend in recent reports.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsFlorida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Florida average 19.7
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
32 of 40 citations resulted from standard inspections; 7 of 40 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 40 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Florida average: 0.8
Florida average: 0.4
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
7,956 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 53 | 0 | 53 | 21,742 | 92 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 5,669 | 92 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 1 | 17 | 3,807 | 92 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,592 | 90 | 98% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 2,382 | 89 | 97% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,653 | 82 | 89% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1,505 | 86 | 93% | 6.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1,242 | 79 | 86% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 899 | 70 | 76% | 7.2 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 724 | 76 | 83% | 7.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 47 | 51% | 10 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 392 | 49 | 53% | 8 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 186 | 31 | 34% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 174 | 23 | 25% | 7.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 131 | 17 | 18% | 7.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 53 | 10 | 11% | 4.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 31 | 12 | 13% | 2.5 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Feb 16, 2024 · $179K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
56% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
38% of new residents, often for short stays.
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Winkler Court based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
2.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fort Myers's city center to Winkler Court's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.41 miles to nearest hospital (GenesisCare)
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Winkler Court is located in Fort Myers, Florida.
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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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).
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Winkler Court is in the Colonial Oaks neighborhood of Fort Myers.
Winkler Court has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Winkler Court's occupancy is 94.4%.
Yes — there are 3 photos of Winkler Court in the photo gallery on this page.
(239) 939-4993 will put you in contact with the team at Winkler Court.
Yes — Winkler Court is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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