Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Clearwater, Florida
3 of 13 nursing homes in Clearwater (23%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 9 avoid · data
City Average
2.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,455
across 13 facilities
High Risk Facilities
9
7 Grade F
$723,664 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/13
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Clearwater, Florida, presents an adequate environment with only 23% of the 13 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, ADVANCED CARE CENTER, has a 4-star rating, nine others have accumulated a total of $723,664 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ADVANCED CARE CENTER (75) — With a solid CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, Advanced Care Center excels in providing quality care. The facility maintains a Grade B and has not faced any fines, showcasing its commitment to resident well-being in a well-staffed environment of 120 beds.
- 2 WESTCHESTER GARDENS HEALTH & REHABILITATION (75) — Westchester Gardens Health & Rehabilitation stands out with a CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. The facility's Grade B, coupled with a clean record of no fines, highlights its dedication to high-quality nursing care in a spacious 120-bed setting.
- 3 BELLEAIR HEALTH CARE CENTER (70) — Belleair Health Care Center earns a commendable CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting its commitment to quality service. With a Grade B and no fines, this partnership-owned facility offers a reliable environment for residents across its 120 beds.
The other 10 Clearwater facilities didn't qualify — 9 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $723K.
Recommended
With a solid CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, Advanced Care Center excels in providing quality care. The facility maintains a Grade B and has not faced any fines, showcasing its commitment to resident well-being in a well-staffed environment of 120 beds.
Westchester Gardens Health & Rehabilitation stands out with a CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. The facility's Grade B, coupled with a clean record of no fines, highlights its dedication to high-quality nursing care in a spacious 120-bed setting.
Belleair Health Care Center earns a commendable CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting its commitment to quality service. With a Grade B and no fines, this partnership-owned facility offers a reliable environment for residents across its 120 beds.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Clearwater Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 10?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 7 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $723,664
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Clearwater Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Clearwater's city average is 2.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 13 Clearwater facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Clearwater avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Clearwater facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Clearwater, FL are recommended?
3 of 13 nursing homes in Clearwater (23%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Clearwater "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Clearwater?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.