Port Charlotte, FL · 180 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Port Charlotte.
Est. $9,550–$12,360/mo
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Life Care Center of Punta Gorda
450 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 · Charlotte County
Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Punta Gorda, FL.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available.
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 Punta Gorda
Life Care Center of Punta Gorda is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Punta Gorda, FL, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 151 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.91 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.56 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,151 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.91 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Punta Gorda, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 151
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Centers of America
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105289
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 | $9,550–$12,360/mo (median $10,650) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Punta Gorda 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
- 3.91
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.56
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.9%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,151)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-07-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-07-25Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-07-25Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
2024-07-25Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-07-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-07-25Severity D — 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.
2021-09-02Severity 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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-25 | Fine | $8,151 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
450 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda, 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 Punta Gorda
How much does Life Care Center of Punta Gorda cost?
Life Care Center of Punta Gorda does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Punta Gorda, FL area typically runs $9,550–$12,360 per month (median $10,650, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Life Care Center of Punta Gorda's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Life Care Center of Punta Gorda 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Life Care Center of Punta Gorda?
Staff provide about 3.91 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Life Care Center of Punta Gorda?
Life Care Center of Punta Gorda has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-07-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Life Care Center of Punta Gorda have availability?
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Life Care Center of Punta Gorda offer?
Life Care Center of Punta Gorda in Punta Gorda, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.
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