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Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford

950 Mellonville Ave, Sanford, FL 32771 · Seminole County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 97% full (111 of 114 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Sanford

Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Sanford, FL, with 114 certified beds and an average of about 111 residents per day. It operates as part of the Florida Institute for Long-Term Care network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.13 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.13 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Sanford, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
114
Avg. residents/day
111
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Part of a chain
Florida Institute for Long-Term Care
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
105539

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

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$9,630–$12,460/mo (median $10,740)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Orlando prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.13
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.49
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
38.4%
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)
4
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-04-30
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-10Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2023-10-12Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

2023-10-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2023-10-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2023-10-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

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
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Housekeeping & laundry
  • Daily activities & events
  • Library

Location

950 Mellonville Ave, Sanford, FL

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford

How much does Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford cost?

Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sanford, FL area typically runs $9,630–$12,460 per month (median $10,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford?

Staff provide about 3.13 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford?

Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford have availability?

Typically 97% full (111 of 114 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 Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford offer?

Healthcare and Rehab of Sanford in Sanford, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 114 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Orlando.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
    Confirm the fit
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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