Best Skilled Nursing in Clearwater, Florida
17 communities found
Clearwater has 15 skilled nursing communities, and all 15 carry a rating, averaging 3.9 stars overall with an average of 2.3 out of 5 on Medicare's quality stars across 13 rated communities. Most are large: 11 of 13 known communities are large-format and 2 are mid-sized, and none report accepting Medicaid or publishing prices.
- 17communities
- 3.9average rating, 17 rated
- 1,890family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Interim HealthCare of Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida
4.9(28)
Home health
Palm Garden Of Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida
4.6(343)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cottages at Belleair
Clearwater, Florida
4.6(84)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Westchester Gardens Health & Rehabilitation
Clearwater, Florida
4.4(218)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Gulfside Health and Rehabilitation
Clearwater, Florida
4.4(99)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Oaks of Clearwater
Clearwater, Florida
4.2(181)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Colliers Assisted Living at Countryside
Clearwater, Florida
4.1(40)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
HarbourWood Care Center
Clearwater, Florida
4.1(150)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
East Bay Rehabilitation Center
Clearwater, Florida
3.9(95)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Belleair Health Care Center
Clearwater, Florida
3.9(129)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Aviata At Sand Key
Clearwater, Florida
3.5(35)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Regency Oaks Health Center
Clearwater, Florida
3.4(24)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Clearwater
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Interim HealthCare of Clearwater
4.9 (28 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families call Interim HealthCare of Clearwater a responsive home health agency with flexible, task-based visits and dependable scheduling.
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4.6 (343 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 165 units
Palm Garden of Clearwater is described as clean and well-staffed, with attentive nurses and aides, despite one serious neglect report.
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4.6 (84 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cottages at Belleair holds a 4.6-star average from 83 Google reviews, though no specific review comments were provided.
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Westchester Gardens Health & Rehabilitation
4.4 (218 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Westchester Gardens offers attentive nursing, PT, and OT staff, serving Clearwater since 1989, though one reviewer noted limited physician contact.
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Gulfside Health and Rehabilitation
4.4 (99 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 76 units
Gulfside reviewers describe attentive nursing and therapy staff, good food, and responsive admissions coordinators, with uniformly positive feedback.
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4.2 (181 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
The Oaks of Clearwater is praised for attentive, personable staff who communicate well with families and go out of their way for residents.
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Colliers Assisted Living at Countryside
4.1 (40 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.1 (150 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
HarbourWood reviews are divided, with some praising skilled staff and cleanliness while others report missed medications, bed sores, and communication lapses.
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East Bay Rehabilitation Center
3.9 (95 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
East Bay Rehabilitation Center is described as clean and well-run, with caring staff who help families navigate Medicaid and hospice coordination.
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3.9 (129 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Belleair Health Care Center earns praise for warm, attentive staff and effective rehabilitation care in a clean, welcoming environment.
What families say about skilled nursing in Clearwater
Counted across the review summaries of 17 Clearwater communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, cited by 87% of the 15 communities, along with medical and nursing care (60%) and cleanliness (53%). Communication with families shows up on both sides, praised by 47% but flagged as a concern by 53%, while medical and nursing care is also a concern in 40% of communities, alongside cost and billing (33%) and staff attitude (13%).
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 82%
- Medical and nursing care 59%
- Cleanliness 47%
- Communication with families 41%
- Building and grounds 35%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 53%
- Cost and billing 35%
- Medical and nursing care 35%
- Staff attitude 12%
“Excellent nursing and home care agency. Seasoned nurses and home health aids available for at home superior nursing care. Strongly recommend this agency for all your home care needs”
“I've been here for over 2 years and my experience has been amazing. I'm thankful for the maintenance team and the office staff. Specially Carina, she is so patient with me and my sister attending all of our needs 💕”
“I was just released from gulf side rehabilitation. The staff was so respectful and kind to me. Everyone was well taken care of….. the food was good. I would easily refer this rehab to any one that may need it! The admissions staff especially Noel was there for my concerns. I wish to thank them All !!!! Pamela”
Skilled Nursing in Clearwater: the figures
- •Of the 13 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 11 have more than 60.
- •13 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (15), emergency call system (15), 24-hour staff (15), medication management (15), on-site nurse (rn) (14), wheelchair accessible (14).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Florida
In Florida, as elsewhere, most families start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care or independent living, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse purchased a policy years earlier, can also help cover these costs, though the specifics of what's covered vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Florida.
Skilled Nursing near Clearwater
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunedin4.7 mi | 15 | 4 / 5 | 4.7 mi |
| Largo5.4 mi | 38 | 4.3 / 5 | 5.4 mi |
| Oldsmar6.7 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 6.7 mi |
| Palm Harbor8.2 mi | 22 | 4.4 / 5 | 8.2 mi |
| Pinellas Park8.5 mi | 19 | 4.1 / 5 | 8.5 mi |
| Seminole8.8 mi | 22 | 4.6 / 5 | 8.8 mi |
| Tarpon Springs12.1 mi | 15 | 4.2 / 5 | 12.1 mi |
| St. Petersburg12.8 mi | 69 | 4.2 / 5 | 12.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 17 communities listed in Clearwater, 1,890 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Clearwater ask about.
- Home Care in Florida: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Clearwater: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Clearwater, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 17 skilled nursing long term care communities in Clearwater, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Clearwater are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Interim HealthCare of Clearwater (4.9★, 28 ratings), Palm Garden Of Clearwater (4.6★, 343 ratings), Cottages at Belleair (4.6★, 84 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Clearwater?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Clearwater has home health (26 communities), assisted living (22 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (17 communities), at-home care (13 communities), independent living (12 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Clearwater?
Families rate Clearwater skilled nursing long term care communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 1,890 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Clearwater skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 17 Clearwater communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 82%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 59%), cleanliness (mentioned for 47%). The most common concerns are communication with families (53%), cost and billing (35%), medical and nursing care (35%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Clearwater?
Of the 13 Clearwater communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 11 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Clearwater nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
13 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Clearwater carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.3 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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Home care agencies serving Clearwater bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
