Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Winter Park, Florida
2 of 6 nursing homes in Winter Park (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
541
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
3 Grade F
$471,066 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Winter Park, Florida, is adequate, with 6 facilities, but only 2 are recommended. Families should be cautious, as there are 3 facilities to avoid due to a total of $430,415 in fines, despite one top-rated option, MAYFLOWER HEALTHCARE CENTER (A, 5★).
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MAYFLOWER HEALTHCARE CENTER (93) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. Mayflower Healthcare Center's impressive Trust Score of 93/100 reflects its commitment to quality care, backed by non-profit status that emphasizes community focus and patient-centered services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 PARKVIEW REHABILITATION CENTER AT WINTER PARK (75) — Parkview Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Grade B, indicating a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 75/100, this facility provides a supportive environment for rehabilitation, making it a reliable choice for both short-term and long-term stays.
The other 4 Winter Park facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 4 have fines totaling $471K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and zero federal fines. Mayflower Healthcare Center's impressive Trust Score of 93/100 reflects its commitment to quality care, backed by non-profit status that emphasizes community focus and patient-centered services.
Parkview Rehabilitation Center boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Grade B, indicating a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 75/100, this facility provides a supportive environment for rehabilitation, making it a reliable choice for both short-term and long-term stays.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Winter Park Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 4 Have fines totaling $471,066
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Winter Park 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?"
Winter Park's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
4 of 6 Winter Park facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Winter Park avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Winter Park 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 Winter Park, FL are recommended?
2 of 6 nursing homes in Winter Park (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Winter Park "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 Winter Park?
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.