Best Nursing Homes in CLEARWATER, FL (2025)

CLEARWATER, Florida has 13 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.2 stars. 0 facilities earn the top five-star rating, while facilities average 0 RN hours per resident per day.

CLEARWATER Quick Facts:

•92.3% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
•2 nonprofit facilities (15.4% of market)
•100% of facilities have abuse violations
•Average facility size: 112 beds (mid-size facilities)

Nursing Home Costs in CLEARWATER

Nursing home costs in CLEARWATER, Florida average $340-$380 per day ($10,200-$11,400/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 10% above the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.

Market Overview

CLEARWATER's nursing homes include 84.6% for-profit, 15.4% nonprofit facilities.

Choosing a Nursing Home in CLEARWATER

Note that 13 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding.

All nursing homes in CLEARWATER are licensed and inspected by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Florida Medicaid covers nursing home care for eligible Florida residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-888-831-0404. Florida law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.

All Nursing Homes in CLEARWATER

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Showing 13 of 13 facilities in CLEARWATER

WESTCHESTER GARDENS HEALTH & REHABILITATION

3301 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, CLEARWATER, FL 33761

Phone: (727)785-8335

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 91% (~10 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars

ADVANCED CARE CENTER

401 FAIRWOOD AVE, CLEARWATER, FL 33759

Phone: (727)210-2600

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 95% (~6 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars

EAST BAY REHABILITATION CENTER

4470 E BAY DR, CLEARWATER, FL 33764

Phone: (727)530-7100

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 94% (~8 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars

BELLEAIR HEALTH CARE CENTER

1150 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, CLEARWATER, FL 33756

Phone: (727)585-5491

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 95% (~6 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 4/5 Stars