Nursing homes in Lee County, Florida
Lee County, Florida, has 20 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 2,177 certified beds.
40% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (34%). Inspectors recorded 423 health deficiencies over three cycles, 19.4 per 100 beds against 16.1 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $985K across 32 fines.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Lee County | Florida | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 20 | 694 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 40% | 34% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 19.4 | 16.1 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $985K | $17M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit | Fort Myers | 75 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8.0 | $15K | 26 Oct 2023 |
| Healthpark Care Center | Fort Myers | 112 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0.9 | — | 4 Nov 2021 |
| Lee Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit | Fort Myers | 18 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0.0 | — | — |
| Life Care Center of Estero | Estero | 155 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 6.5 | $8K | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Lodge At Cypress Cove, The | Fort Myers | 64 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7.8 | — | 18 Jan 2024 |
| The Preserve | Fort Myers | 75 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 10.7 | — | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Larsen Health Center | Fort Myers | 180 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 9.4 | $32K | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Renaissance At the Terraces | Bonita Springs | 40 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 22.5 | — | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Aviata At North Fort Myers | N Ft Myers | 120 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 22.5 | $14K | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center | Fort Myers | 120 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 30 | 25.0 | $17K | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Eagleridge Health and Rehabilitation Centerabuse icon | Fort Myers | 120 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 25.0 | $64K | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Aviata At Santa BarbaraSFF Candidate | Cape Coral | 120 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 27 | 22.5 | $112K | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Fort Myers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Fort Myers | 120 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 23 | 19.2 | — | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Lehigh Acres Healthcare & Rehab CenterSFF Candidate | Lehigh Acres | 128 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 29 | 22.7 | $150K | 25 Aug 2025 |
| Page Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Fort Myers | 180 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 35 | 19.4 | $180K | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Winkler Court | Fort Myers | 120 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 43 | 35.8 | $179K | 14 May 2026 |
| Ambassador Healthcare At College Park | Fort Myers | 107 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 40 | 37.4 | $96K | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Aspire At Evans | Fort Myers | 120 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 35 | 29.2 | $50K | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Rehab & Healthcare Center of Cape Coral | Cape Coral | 118 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 22.9 | $32K | 13 May 2025 |
| Gulf Coast VillageSFF | Cape Coral | 85 | — | — | — | 21 | 24.7 | $37K | 26 May 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 28 |
| F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | 21 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 19 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 18 |
| F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | 17 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 10 |
| Non profit | 9 |
| Government | 1 |
Chains present: Aviata Health Group (3), Aston Health (2), Volunteers Of America Senior Living (2), Florida Institute For Long-Term Care (2), Excelsior Care Group (1), The Christian And Missionary Alliance (1), Life Care Centers Of America (1), Acts Retirement-Life Communities (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Lee County, Florida?
20 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 2,177 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Lee County have the highest CMS ratings?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit (5 stars), Healthpark Care Center (5 stars), Lee Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit (5 stars)
How do Lee County nursing homes compare with Florida?
40% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 34% statewide; citations run at 19.4 per 100 beds against 16.1 statewide.