Best Skilled Nursing in Lake City, Florida
5 communities found
Lake City has 5 skilled nursing options rated by families, with an average rating of 4.3 across 281 reviews read. Four of the five communities report Medicare star ratings, averaging 2.8 stars, with two rated four-plus stars and one at one star. All five communities offer wheelchair access, emergency call systems, medication management, and 24-hour staff.
- 5communities
- 4.3average rating, 5 rated
- 281family reviews read
Solaris Healthcare Lake City
Lake City, Florida
4.7(34)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
With Open Arms
Lake City, Florida
4.9(10)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lake City Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Lake City, Florida
4.4(43)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lake Montgomery Health And Rehabilitation Center
Lake City, Florida
4(83)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Baya Pointe Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Lake City, Florida
3.7(111)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Lake City
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.7 (34 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe Solaris HealthCare Lake City as a facility where staff are attentive and communicative, with nursing and admissions support praised during transitions.
- 2
4.9 (10 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
With Open Arms provides in-home skilled nursing and companion care, with reviewers consistently praising the team's professionalism, compassion, and responsiveness.
- 3
Lake City Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
4.4 (43 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 113 units
Reviewers praise attentive staff and effective therapy at Lake City Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center, though one report described delays in nursing response.
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Lake Montgomery Health And Rehabilitation Center
4 (83 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 95 units
Lake Montgomery families praise compassionate nursing and physical therapy outcomes, though one reviewer raised concerns about falls and cleanliness.
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Baya Pointe Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
3.7 (111 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 90 units
Baya Pointe families often praise welcoming, attentive staff and a clean facility, while some raise concerns about staffing levels and lost belongings.
What families say about skilled nursing in Lake City
Counted across the review summaries of 5 Lake City communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Caring, attentive staff draws praise from 100% of the 5 communities, and 60% are noted for communication with families and management. On the other side, 60% of communities have concerns about building and upkeep, and 40% each cite staff attitude and medical or nursing care as areas needing attention.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Communication with families 60%
- Management 60%
- Cleanliness 40%
- Medical and nursing care 40%
Concerns raised
- Building and upkeep 60%
- Staff attitude 40%
- Medical and nursing care 40%
- Staffing levels and turnover 20%
“A well-managed, clean facility with friendly and efficient staff whom strive daily for the best overall patient care services including rehabilitation. Many of the team management staff have been there for years and are the best in the business. Happily and confidently recommend.”
“Solaris far surpassed our expectations in taking care of my father-in-law. The support and dedication they showed from start to finish were truly invaluable.”
“I have been apart of her workshop and seen information that she provides that others will charge hundreds of dollars for and her prices are affordable and you get more.”
Skilled Nursing in Lake City: the figures
- •4 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.8 out of 5: 1 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (5), emergency call system (5), medication management (5), 24-hour staff (5), on-site nurse (rn) (4), housekeeping (4).
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.
About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 5 communities listed in Lake City, 281 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 Lake City 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 Lake City: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Lake City, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing long term care communities in Lake City, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Lake City are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include With Open Arms (4.9★, 10 ratings), Solaris Healthcare Lake City (4.7★, 34 ratings), Lake City Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center (4.4★, 43 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Lake City?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Lake City has home health (10 communities), assisted living (8 communities), at-home care (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), independent living (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Lake City?
Families rate Lake City skilled nursing long term care communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 281 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Lake City skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 5 Lake City communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), communication with families (mentioned for 60%), management (mentioned for 60%). The most common concerns are building and upkeep (60%), staff attitude (40%), medical and nursing care (40%).
How do Lake City nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Lake City carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.8 out of 5. 1 is rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Lake City bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
