Skilled Nursing
Pensacola, FL · 24 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Pensacola's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,280–$12,010/mo
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Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
5360 Glover Lane, Milton, FL 32570 · Santa Rosa County
70
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (56 of 60 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 Milton
Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Milton, FL, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 56 residents per day. It operates as part of the Summit Care network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.71 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.65 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Milton for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 60
- Avg. residents/day
- 56
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Summit Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105552
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 | $9,280–$12,010/mo (median $10,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Pensacola 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
- 3.65
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.71
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 40.7%
- 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)
- 2
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (7 citations on record — showing the latest 7). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2026-02-25Severity D — potential for 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.
2024-04-03Severity 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.
2024-04-03Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2024-04-03Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…
2024-04-03Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023-03-09Severity 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
Location
5360 Glover Lane, Milton, 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 Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
How much does Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing cost?
Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Milton, FL area typically runs $9,280–$12,010 per month (median $10,350, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing?
Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 40.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing?
Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing has 7 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing have availability?
Typically 94% full (56 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing offer?
Sandy Ridge Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Milton, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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