Best Skilled Nursing in Pensacola, Florida
15 communities found
Pensacola offers 16 skilled nursing communities, all with published ratings, for an average rating of 3.8. Medicare star data covers 15 of these communities with an average of 4.1 stars, including 7 five-star and 12 four-plus rated communities, against 1 one-star community. These figures come from 1,760 reviews read across the city.
- 15communities
- 3.8average rating, 15 rated
- 1,745family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Life Care Center Of Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
4.6(339)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
PruittHealth - Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
4.6(207)
Respite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Azalea Trace
Pensacola, Florida
4.6(64)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Havens At Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
4.4(209)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pensacola Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Pensacola, Florida
4.2(65)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Solaris Healthcare Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
4.1(116)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Coral Bay at Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
4(155)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Gulf Valor Rehabilitation
Pensacola, Florida
3.9(116)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Aviata At University Hills
Pensacola, Florida
3.5(49)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Arabella Health & Wellness Of Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
3.2(17)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Arcadia Rehabilitation
Pensacola, Florida
3.4(82)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bayside Rehabilitation
Pensacola, Florida
3.4(88)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Pensacola
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.6 (339 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe warm, attentive staff, a clean environment, and strong teamwork, though one reviewer noted missing personal items during a stay.
- 2
4.6 (207 reviews)· Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families praise compassionate staff, private rooms, and quality food, though one review flagged a rocky discharge process.
- 3
4.6 (64 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 24 units
Families praise dining, amenities, and staff support, highlighting walking trails, fitness programs, and smooth transitions between care levels.
- 4
4.4 (209 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families praise responsive nursing, therapy, and administrative staff, though a couple of reviewers noted the building feels a bit worn despite being clean.
- 5
Pensacola Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
4.2 (65 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviewers offer a mixed picture, praising friendly staff and cleanliness, while a serious report describes neglect and unresponsive administration.
- 6
4.1 (116 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 180 units
Families praise compassionate nursing staff, though one review flagged serious issues with the financial department and unreturned social worker calls.
- 7
4 (155 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 210 units
Families praise attentive nursing staff and quick call-bell response, though complaints center on inconsistent food quality and dated rooms.
- 8
3.9 (116 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 155 units
Reviewers describe compassionate nursing and housekeeping staff, though one serious report describes delayed response during a resident's health decline.
- 9
3.5 (49 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families praise staff teamwork and compassion since new leadership took over, though one reviewer noted the building feels somewhat dated.
- 10
Arabella Health & Wellness Of Pensacola
3.2 (17 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 118 units
Reviews for Arabella Health & Wellness Of Pensacola are sharply divided, with families praising specific nurses, doctors, and the physical therapy team, while others describe serious neglect, particularly during night…
What families say about skilled nursing in Pensacola
Counted across the review summaries of 15 Pensacola communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across the 16 communities, families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted in 81% of communities, along with the building and grounds in 56% and cleanliness in 50%. Common concerns include staff attitude in 44%, medical and nursing care in 38%, and communication with families in 31%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 87%
- Building and grounds 60%
- Cleanliness 53%
- Medical and nursing care 53%
- Activities and social life 27%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 47%
- Medical and nursing care 40%
- Communication with families 33%
- Building and upkeep 27%
“Everyone is friendly and helpful. My mother is there for rehab to be strong enough to move back to assisted living. My mother has had two items to come up missing, her phone charger and a pair of Crocs shoes. Otherwise, her stay has been very good so far.”
“We recently had the opportunity to stay with friends at Azalea Trace. The facilities are outstanding and the setting is fantastic with lots of walking trails. We particularly enjoyed our meals in the dining room. Though we didn’t use them, the hobby and craft facilities are like no other.”
Skilled Nursing in Pensacola: the figures
- •Of the 15 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 14 have more than 60.
- •15 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 4.1 out of 5: 13 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (15), housekeeping (15), medication management (15), on-site nurse (rn) (15), gathering / activity spaces (15), emergency call system (15).
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.
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Skilled Nursing near Pensacola
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Breeze11.1 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 11.1 mi |
| Milton16.5 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 16.5 mi |
| Foley, Alabama27.3 mi | 6 | 4.8 / 5 | 27.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 15 communities listed in Pensacola, 1,745 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 Pensacola ask about.
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Skilled Nursing in Pensacola: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Pensacola, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 15 skilled nursing long term care communities in Pensacola, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Pensacola are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Life Care Center Of Pensacola (4.6★, 339 ratings), PruittHealth - Pensacola (4.6★, 207 ratings), Azalea Trace (4.6★, 64 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Pensacola?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Pensacola has assisted living (21 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (15 communities), home health (12 communities), independent living (11 communities), memory care (9 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Pensacola?
Families rate Pensacola skilled nursing long term care communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 1,745 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Pensacola skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 15 Pensacola communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 87%), building and grounds (mentioned for 60%), cleanliness (mentioned for 53%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (47%), medical and nursing care (40%), communication with families (33%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Pensacola?
Of the 15 Pensacola communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 14 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Pensacola nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
15 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Pensacola carry an overall star rating, averaging 4.1 out of 5. 13 are 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.