Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Tavares, Florida
1 of 1 nursing homes in Tavares (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
120
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Tavares, Florida, is adequate, with one facility that comes highly recommended. Families can feel confident choosing Solaris Healthcare Waterman, which has a B+ rating and 5-star reviews, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 SOLARIS HEALTHCARE WATERMAN (85) — Solaris Healthcare Waterman stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no federal fines, this facility offers a safe and supportive environment for its 120 residents, making it a top choice in Tavares.
Recommended
Solaris Healthcare Waterman stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no federal fines, this facility offers a safe and supportive environment for its 120 residents, making it a top choice in Tavares.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Tavares Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Tavares Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Tavares's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Tavares facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Tavares avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Tavares 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 Tavares, FL are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Tavares (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Tavares "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 Tavares?
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.