Worth Considering
5
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Tallahassee, Florida
5 of 8 nursing homes in Tallahassee (63%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
5 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,039
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
0 Grade F
$11,746 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 5?
The nursing home market in Tallahassee, Florida, is strong, featuring 8 total facilities with 62% recommended. Families should note that while WESTMINSTER OAKS is the top-rated facility, there are 2 facilities to avoid due to a combined total of $3,728 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WESTMINSTER OAKS (93) — Westminster Oaks stands out with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its 120 residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 SEVEN HILLS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER (80) — Seven Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, ensuring a reliable standard of care. With 156 beds, this facility prioritizes resident comfort and has maintained a record of zero fines, creating a safe environment for recovery.
- 3 CENTRE POINTE HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER (80) — Centre Pointe Health and Rehab Center offers a commendable CMS 4★ rating with a Trust Score of 80/100, indicating consistent quality in care. The facility features 140 beds and has successfully avoided fines, showcasing its commitment to providing a safe and supportive atmosphere for residents.
- 4 PRUITTHEALTH - SOUTHWOOD (80) — PruittHealth - Southwood achieves a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its dedication to quality rehabilitation services. With 101 beds and no fines, this facility ensures a caring and efficient environment for its residents' recovery journeys.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 5 AVIATA AT THE GARDENS - TALLAHASSEE (70) — Aviata at the Gardens - Tallahassee is recognized for its CMS 4★ rating, supported by a Trust Score of 70/100. Though it is a for-profit facility, it provides 109 beds with a focus on comfortable care, maintaining a fine-free record that speaks to its operational integrity.
The other 3 Tallahassee facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $11K.
Recommended
Westminster Oaks stands out with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its 120 residents.
Seven Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, ensuring a reliable standard of care. With 156 beds, this facility prioritizes resident comfort and has maintained a record of zero fines, creating a safe environment for recovery.
Centre Pointe Health and Rehab Center offers a commendable CMS 4★ rating with a Trust Score of 80/100, indicating consistent quality in care. The facility features 140 beds and has successfully avoided fines, showcasing its commitment to providing a safe and supportive atmosphere for residents.
PruittHealth - Southwood achieves a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100, reflecting its dedication to quality rehabilitation services. With 101 beds and no fines, this facility ensures a caring and efficient environment for its residents' recovery journeys.
Aviata at the Gardens - Tallahassee is recognized for its CMS 4★ rating, supported by a Trust Score of 70/100. Though it is a for-profit facility, it provides 109 beds with a focus on comfortable care, maintaining a fine-free record that speaks to its operational integrity.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Tallahassee Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $11,746
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Tallahassee 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?"
Tallahassee's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 8 Tallahassee facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Tallahassee avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee, FL are recommended?
5 of 8 nursing homes in Tallahassee (62%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Tallahassee "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 Tallahassee?
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.