Nursing Homes in Live Oak, Florida
Live Oak has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 401 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Florida's state average of 3.2 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.18 vs state
Total Beds
401
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
40 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
2
exceed staffing threshold
67% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Live Oak
Good Samaritan Center
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Good Samaritan Center
★★★★★ · 88/100 · 161 beds
Surrey Place Nursing Center
★★★★★ · 9/100 · 60 beds
Live Oak Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
★★★★★ · 4/100 · 180 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Live Oak
The nursing home landscape in Live Oak, FL, is concerning for families seeking care options for their loved ones. The standout is North Florida Rehabilitation and Specialty Care, which, despite its lack of a clear recommendation, is the only facility with a clean record and zero fines over the past three years. Overall, families should be cautious as the options are limited and troubling, with many facilities facing serious issues.
When considering facilities in Live Oak, families should visit North Florida Rehabilitation and Specialty Care. This facility is well-staffed and has a better reputation than its counterparts in the area. Unfortunately, the other two nursing homes in Live Oak don't offer good choices. I recommend looking at nearby cities like Lake City or Gainesville for more reliable options if you're unable to find satisfactory care within Live Oak.
Be sure to avoid Surrey Place Nursing Center, which has accumulated $66K in fines and holds a troubling Grade F rating. Additionally, Live Oak Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center also has a Grade F rating, making it a facility to skip. When visiting any facility, always ask to speak with current residents and their families to get a real sense of the care being provided. This firsthand feedback can be invaluable in making the right choice for your loved one.
Live Oak at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 2 facilities have more nurses than required
- • 1 facility earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 3 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Live Oak is stable
Questions Live Oak Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Live Oak avg is 0.67 hrs (40 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 3 Live Oak facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Live Oak, Florida
Live Oak, Florida's Suwannee County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 401 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Live Oak vs. Florida: Near State Average
Live Oak nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Florida's statewide average of 3.18 stars.
1 of 3 facility earns a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Live Oak, 1 facility scores a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Live Oak
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Live Oak facilities average 0.67 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Live Oak resident receives approximately 40 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
2 Live Oak facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Live Oak has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 2 for-profit facilities. 2 of 3 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Florida cities for additional options. The following Florida cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Jacksonville — 33 facilities
- Miami — 25 facilities
- Sarasota — 23 facilities
- Saint Petersburg — 23 facilities
- Orlando — 21 facilities
- Tampa — 18 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Live Oak, Florida?
Live Oak has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 401 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is below Florida's state average of 3.2 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Live Oak?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Live Oak include:
- • Good Samaritan Center — Grade B+, 88/100 Trust Score
- • Surrey Place Nursing Center — Grade F, 9/100 Trust Score
- • Live Oak Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center — Grade F, 4/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Live Oak nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Live Oak as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Live Oak Nursing Homes
Live Oak offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.