nursing home in Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center

1524 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239 · (941) 365-2422

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center at a glance

Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 144-bed non-profit nursing home in Sarasota, Florida (Sarasota County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Florida average of 3.3.

Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 5, 2024) found 12 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.

Federal regulators fined it 5 times in the past three years, totaling $230,102.

Nursing staff turnover is 43.4% per year (state average 41.4%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Non Profit - Other
Beds
144
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Florida Institute for Long-Term Care
Medicare-certified since
October 1, 1971
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Sarasota County
CMS Certification Number
105155

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.2 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.6 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.46 hrsFlorida average3.82 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.46 hrs3.82 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.59 hrs0.73 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.23 hrs2.31 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.26 hrs3.49 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)43.4%41.4%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)48.3%46%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility12Florida average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1279Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)213Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)1446380.6Worse

Penalties

This facility5Florida average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)511Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$230,102$24,361$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)511Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds144122107
Average residents per day12910986
Occupancy89.2%88.9%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.3%Florida average2.5%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.3%2.5%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.3%4.5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)8.7%8.6%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%0.7%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%0.3%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)7.9%8.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)8.5%9.5%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.3%5.5%5.2%Average
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.2%4.6%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)23.2%14.4%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)3.6%10.5%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%99.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%98.2%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility2%Florida average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2%1.5%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94.8%94.7%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.6%95.2%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 23 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
November 12, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 30, 2025
November 12, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 30, 2025
May 2, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected May 2, 2025
May 2, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected May 2, 2025
February 27, 2025
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 4, 2025
January 14, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2025
January 14, 2025
Complaint
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2025
January 14, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2025
June 5, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0850
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 19, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 19, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 5, 2024
June 5, 2024
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected July 5, 2024
March 6, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected April 6, 2024
January 25, 2024
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 25, 2024
August 25, 2022
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 16, 2022
August 25, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 16, 2022
August 25, 2022
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 16, 2022
August 25, 2022
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 16, 2022
March 4, 2021
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 4, 2021
March 4, 2021
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 4, 2021

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports 5 federal penalties in the past three years, including $230,102 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
January 14, 2025Fine$161,457
January 14, 2025Fine$9,580
June 5, 2024Fine$6,180
June 5, 2024Fine$6,032
January 25, 2024Fine$46,853

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
FI-WALDEMERE, LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%12/23/2002
FLORIDA INSTITUTE FOR LONG TERM CARE LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest100%12/23/2002
AEGIR HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/08/2025
AMADOR, TRESSA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/05/2017
CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/08/2025
FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/24/2025
FLORIDA INSTITUTE FOR LONG TERM CARE LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/08/2025
KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/24/2025
OMEGA HEALTHCARE INVESTORS, INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2003
RICHARDS, JOHN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2020
SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/19/2016
JAFFE, HOWARD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2014
KATZ-HALL, KATHY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2014
MULLARKEY, JAMES
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2014
RICHMOND, PENNY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2014
AEGIR HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2009
AMADOR, TRESSA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/05/2017
CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/28/2011
FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/13/2010
KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/06/2012
RICHARDS, JOHN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/08/2020

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center's rating?

Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Florida nursing homes is 3.3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center?

It is non profit - other and part of Florida Institute for Long-Term Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?

Sarasota Health and Rehabilitation Center is at 1524 East Avenue South, Sarasota, FL 34239. Phone: (941) 365-2422.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.