Vero Beach, FL · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Vero Beach's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,340–$12,090/mo
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Palm Garden of Vero Beach
1755 37TH Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960 · Indian River County
Palm Garden of Vero Beach is a premier provider of short-term, long-term care and rehabilitation services in Vero Beach, Florida.
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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● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (176 of 189 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.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Vero Beach
Palm Garden of Vero Beach is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Vero Beach, FL, with 189 certified beds and an average of about 176 residents per day. It operates as part of the Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation 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 3.71 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.2%, 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
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.71 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Vero Beach for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 189
- Avg. residents/day
- 176
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105592
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 | $9,340–$12,090/mo (median $10,410) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sebastian 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
- 3.71
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.52
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.2%
- 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
- 2025-04-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
2026-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-09-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-04-24Severity 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.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2025-04-24Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
1755 37TH Street, Vero Beach, 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 Palm Garden of Vero Beach
How much does Palm Garden of Vero Beach cost?
Palm Garden of Vero Beach does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Vero Beach, FL area typically runs $9,340–$12,090 per month (median $10,410, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Palm Garden of Vero Beach's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Palm Garden of Vero Beach 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 Palm Garden of Vero Beach?
Staff provide about 3.71 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Palm Garden of Vero Beach?
Palm Garden of Vero Beach has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Palm Garden of Vero Beach have availability?
Typically 93% full (176 of 189 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Palm Garden of Vero Beach offer?
Palm Garden of Vero Beach in Vero Beach, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 189 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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