Best Skilled Nursing in Tampa, Florida
24 communities found
Tampa has 24 skilled nursing communities rated by families, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 drawn from 2,752 reviews read. Medicare's own star ratings tell a more mixed story: among the 18 communities with data, the average is 2.6 stars, with 1 earning five stars, 2 earning four or more, and 3 earning just one star.
- 24communities
- 4average rating, 24 rated
- 2,744family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Inspired Living Tampa | Memory Care
Tampa, Florida
4.9(101)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
The Legacy at Highwoods Preserve
Tampa, Florida
4.7(62)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Hudson Manor Assisted Living
Tampa, Florida
4.8(19)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Tampa Gardens Senior Living
Tampa, Florida
4.6(109)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Palm Garden Of Tampa
Tampa, Florida
4.4(293)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Blue Palms Village at Fletcher
Tampa, Florida
4.4(41)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Fairway Oaks Center
Tampa, Florida
4.2(334)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Woodbridge Care Center
Tampa, Florida
4.2(188)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
St. Andrew Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
Tampa, Florida
4.2(16)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Angels Senior Living at New Tampa
Tampa, Florida
4.1(39)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Carrollwood Care Center
Tampa, Florida
4.1(100)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Northdale Rehabilitation Center
Tampa, Florida
4.1(160)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Tampa
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Inspired Living Tampa | Memory Care
4.9 (101 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This memory care community holds a 4.9 rating from 101 reviews and focuses on residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, with bilingual staff support.
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The Legacy at Highwoods Preserve
4.7 (62 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.8 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hudson Manor holds a 4.8 rating from 18 reviews, with a historic Davis Islands building, dining program, and activity calendar.
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4.6 (109 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Tampa Gardens Senior Living holds a 4.6 Google rating from 111 reviews, though no individual reviewer comments were provided here.
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4.4 (293 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviews at Palm Garden of Tampa are sharply divided, with praise for attentive physical therapy staff but reports of long delays answering call buttons.
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Blue Palms Village at Fletcher
4.4 (41 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 163 units
Families call Blue Palms Village caring and well-kept, praising the activities staff, cleanliness, and recent remodeling under new ownership.
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4.2 (334 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Reviewers describe compassionate, responsive nursing leadership at Fairway Oaks, alongside a smaller number of reports of lapses in care and cleanliness.
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4.2 (188 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Woodbridge Care Center draws praise for its physical and occupational therapy team, though others report unanswered call lights and an aging building.
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St. Andrew Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
4.2 (16 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 45 units
Families describe St. Andrew as attentive and compassionate, highlighting strong physical therapy support and better-than-expected food quality during rehab.
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Angels Senior Living at New Tampa
4.1 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units
Reviews for Angels Senior Living at New Tampa are sharply split: many families praise specific staff members by name for compassionate, attentive care, especially in memory care, while a notable number of other reviewers…
What families say about skilled nursing in Tampa
Counted across the review summaries of 24 Tampa communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted in 79% of the 24 communities, and the quality of medical and nursing care, noted in 58%. At the same time, cost and billing concerns come up in half of the communities, and communication with families is flagged as an issue in 46%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 83%
- Medical and nursing care 58%
- Building and grounds 54%
- Cleanliness 42%
- Communication with families 38%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 50%
- Staff attitude 42%
- Communication with families 42%
- Building and upkeep 42%
“Gorgeous property in the most beautiful area of Davis Island, Tampa. Right near the water. Amazing staff, dining and the nicest people. Hudson Manor 10/10”
“The senior director Sam was amazing. She called me and answered the question I had and even answered questions I didnt know I had! Very knowledgeable and just super nice.”
“The team at Legacy are amazing. If you or your loved one is in need of quality care and a fun place to call home, this is it!”
Skilled Nursing in Tampa: the figures
- •Of the 19 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 17 have more than 60.
- •18 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.7 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 3 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: on-site nurse (rn) (24), emergency call system (24), 24-hour staff (24), medication management (24), wheelchair accessible (24), housekeeping (24).
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 Tampa
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutz9.5 mi | 9 | 4.3 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Oldsmar11.5 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 11.5 mi |
| Brandon13.1 mi | 40 | 4.4 / 5 | 13.1 mi |
| Land O Lakes14.7 mi | 9 | 4.5 / 5 | 14.7 mi |
| Riverview15.3 mi | 6 | 4.7 / 5 | 15.3 mi |
| Clearwater16.1 mi | 74 | 4.2 / 5 | 16.1 mi |
| Palm Harbor16.8 mi | 22 | 4.4 / 5 | 16.8 mi |
| Tarpon Springs17.7 mi | 15 | 4.2 / 5 | 17.7 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 24 communities listed in Tampa, 2,744 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 Tampa ask about.
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- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Tampa: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Tampa, Florida?
MyLivingChoice lists 24 skilled nursing long term care communities in Tampa, Florida, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Tampa are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Inspired Living Tampa | Memory Care (4.9★, 101 ratings), Hudson Manor Assisted Living (4.8★, 19 ratings), The Legacy at Highwoods Preserve (4.7★, 62 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Tampa?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Tampa has home health (73 communities), assisted living (66 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (24 communities), memory care (22 communities), at-home care (19 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Tampa?
Families rate Tampa skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 2,744 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Tampa skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 24 Tampa communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 83%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 58%), building and grounds (mentioned for 54%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (50%), staff attitude (42%), communication with families (42%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Tampa?
Of the 19 Tampa communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 17 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Tampa nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
18 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Tampa carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.7 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 3 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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