Best Skilled Nursing in Melbourne, Florida
6 communities found
Melbourne has 9 skilled nursing communities, most of them large, with an average family rating of 3.8 based on 1,220 reviews read across all of them. Among the 6 communities with Medicare star ratings, the average is 3.2, with 2 rated five stars and 1 rated one star. No published pricing or Medicaid-acceptance figures were available for these communities.
- 6communities
- 3.6average rating, 6 rated
- 951family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Life Care Center Of Melbourne
Melbourne, Florida
4.6(478)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center
Melbourne, Florida
4.2(148)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
nursing and rehabilitation
Melbourne, Florida
3.4(5)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Melbourne Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Melbourne, Florida
3.6(113)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Atlantic Shores Nursing And Rehab Center
Melbourne, Florida
3.3(104)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Avante at Melbourne
Melbourne, Florida
2.4(103)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Melbourne
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.6 (478 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families call this rehab facility clean and attentive, praising kind CNAs, strong therapy support, and smooth hospital-to-rehab admissions.
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Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center
4.2 (148 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 179 units
Families describe this clean, well-staffed rehab center where therapy is central, though one reviewer noted a past elopement incident later clarified.
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3.4 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 167 units
Reviews here are mixed: families praise the rehab and nursing teams, though one reviewer described unfriendly staff and a four-day medication delay.
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Melbourne Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
3.6 (113 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 138 units
Reviewers consistently praise the physical and occupational therapy program here, along with attentive nursing, CNA staff, and responsive discharge planning support.
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Atlantic Shores Nursing And Rehab Center
3.3 (104 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviews are mixed here: families praise therapy, cleanliness, and compassionate nursing, while one account raises serious concerns about understaffing and delayed care.
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2.4 (103 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 110 units
Reviews are sharply mixed here: some families praise compassionate admissions staff, while others describe serious neglect and unsafe conditions.
What families say about skilled nursing in Melbourne
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Melbourne communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise the building and grounds, noted by 78% of the 9 communities, caring and attentive staff (67%), and medical and nursing care (56%). Activities and social life are praised by 44%, and cleanliness by 33%. On the concern side, cost and billing come up in 44% of communities, staff attitude and communication with families each in 33%, and food and dining in 22%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 83%
- Building and grounds 83%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Activities and social life 33%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 50%
- Food and dining 33%
- Cost and billing 33%
- Safety 33%
“My mother is currently a patient and so far we have been very pleased with her care. The facility is clean, the staff are kind and attentive, and she seems to be getting stronger through therapy. Thank you to the team for the care and support you provide.”
Skilled Nursing in Melbourne: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (6), medication management (6), on-site nurse (rn) (6), emergency call system (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6).
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 Melbourne
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Melbourne4.9 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 4.9 mi |
| Palm Bay9.5 mi | 10 | 4.5 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Rockledge12.3 mi | 10 | 4.1 / 5 | 12.3 mi |
| Merritt Island17.6 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 17.6 mi |
| Titusville30.3 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 30.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Melbourne, 951 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Melbourne, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing long term care communities in Melbourne, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Melbourne are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Life Care Center Of Melbourne (4.6★, 478 ratings), Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center (4.2★, 148 ratings), Melbourne Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center (3.6★, 113 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Melbourne?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Melbourne has assisted living (19 communities), memory care (11 communities), independent living (10 communities), home health (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Melbourne?
Families rate Melbourne skilled nursing long term care communities 3.6 out of 5 on average, across 951 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Melbourne skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Melbourne communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 83%), building and grounds (mentioned for 83%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (50%), food and dining (33%), cost and billing (33%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Melbourne?
Of the 6 Melbourne communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Melbourne nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Melbourne carry an overall star rating, averaging 3 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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