Life Care Center of Ocala
Scout 91Ocala, FL · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Ocala's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,040–$11,700/mo
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Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center
9280 South West 81ST Ct, Ocala, FL 34481 · Marion County
Bridgewater Park is Ocala, Florida's caring senior living community offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Ocala
Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Ocala, FL, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day. It operates as part of the TLC Management network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.49 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.49 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Ocala for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 115
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- TLC Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 106115
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,040–$11,700/mo (median $10,080) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Ocala prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.49
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 32.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
Location
9280 South West 81ST Ct, Ocala, FL
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center cost?
Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ocala, FL area typically runs $9,040–$11,700 per month (median $10,080, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 4.49 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 95% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center offer?
Bridgewater Park Health & Rehabilitation Center in Ocala, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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