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Scout 100Fort Myers, FL · 64 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Fort Myers's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,730–$12,580/mo
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Life Care Center of Estero
3850 Williams Road, Estero, FL 33928 · Lee County
<p>Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Estero, Florida.</p>
96
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (145 of 155 beds occupied on an average day).
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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.
One of Estero's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Life Care Center of Estero is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Estero, FL, with 155 certified beds and an average of about 145 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.97 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 17.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $8,034 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.84 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Estero for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 155
- Avg. residents/day
- 145
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Centers of America
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 106057
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 | $9,730–$12,580/mo (median $10,840) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cape Coral 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
- 3.84
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.97
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 17.8%
- 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)
- 1
- Federal fines
- 2 ($8,034)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-29Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-07-09Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2024-07-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
2024-07-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
2023-10-19Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2023-10-19Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2023-10-19Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2023-10-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-09 | Fine | $4,017 |
| 2024-07-09 | Fine | $4,017 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
Location
3850 Williams Road, Estero, 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: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Life Care Center of Estero
How much does Life Care Center of Estero cost?
Life Care Center of Estero does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Estero, FL area typically runs $9,730–$12,580 per month (median $10,840, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Life Care Center of Estero's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Life Care Center of Estero 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Life Care Center of Estero?
Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 17.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Life Care Center of Estero?
Life Care Center of Estero has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Life Care Center of Estero have availability?
Typically 94% full (145 of 155 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Life Care Center of Estero offer?
Life Care Center of Estero in Estero, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 155 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Your next steps — this week
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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