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Parklands Care Center and Rehab

1000 Sw 16TH Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 · Alachua County

Parklands Care Center in Gainesville, Florida is a trusted choice for individuals and families seeking a comprehensive care facility offering long-term care, short-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice and palliative care. Parkland provides an ideal blend of comfort, healing, and high-quality care. Our …

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Exceptional

Haven 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 (112 of 120 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 Gainesville's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Parklands Care Center and Rehab is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Gainesville, FL, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 112 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Sherman Family 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, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.56 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.3%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.56 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Gainesville for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 120
Avg. residents/day: 112
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: The Sherman Family
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 105638

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 care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,190–$11,890/mo (median $10,240)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Gainesville 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: 3.56; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.32; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.3%; 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: 2024-11-15
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (11 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-29Severity E — 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.

2024-11-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2024-11-15Severity 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.

2024-11-15Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-07-25Severity F — 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.

2023-08-10Severity E — 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…

2023-08-10Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2023-02-08Severity E — 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.

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
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

1000 Sw 16TH Ave, Gainesville, 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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Google

2.4

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Common questions about Parklands Care Center and Rehab

How much does Parklands Care Center and Rehab cost?

Parklands Care Center and Rehab does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gainesville, FL area typically runs $9,190–$11,890 per month (median $10,240, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Parklands Care Center and Rehab's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Parklands Care Center and Rehab 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Parklands Care Center and Rehab?

Staff provide about 3.56 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Parklands Care Center and Rehab?

Parklands Care Center and Rehab has 11 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Parklands Care Center and Rehab have availability?

Typically 94% full (112 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Parklands Care Center and Rehab offer?

Parklands Care Center and Rehab in Gainesville, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.

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