nursing home in Starke, FL
Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
808 S Colley Rd, Starke, FL 32091 · (904) 964-6220
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Starke, Florida (Bradford County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 29, 2025) found 8 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 72.4% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Sherman Family
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bradford County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105488
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.23 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.97 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.73 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 72.4% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 81.3% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 41 | 63 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 112 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.6% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.7% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.6% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.4% | 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) | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.4% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.7% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.2% | 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) | 15.9% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.5% | 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) | 99% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.3% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.2% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2025 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| February 2, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
| February 2, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2023 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERWOOD NURSING SNF HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2024 |
| 5H1 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| GOLDEN EAGLE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| GOLDSTEIN, JEFFERY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/27/2024 |
| PRESSER, AARON Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/27/2024 |
| RIVERWOOD NURSING SNF HOLDCO II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| RIVERWOOD NURSING SNF JV LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| SHERMAN, SAMUEL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| STARS FL LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| STARS RE PROPERTIES LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| STERN, ISAAC Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/27/2024 |
| TESSLER, CHAIM Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/27/2024 |
| TESSLER, ELIA Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| WEINSTOCK FAMILY 2021 TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| WEINSTOCK, YECHIEL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| WEINSTOCK, YOSEF Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 07/01/2024 |
| 5H1 LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| COPPOLA, AARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| GOLDEN EAGLE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| GOLDSTEIN, JEFFERY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| INNOCENT SIMON, JOELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| RIVERWOOD NURSING SNF JV LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| SHERMAN, SAMUEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| STARS FL LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| STARS RE PROPERTIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| WEINSTOCK FAMILY 2021 TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| SHERMAN, SAMUEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| COPPOLA, AARON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| INNOCENT SIMON, JOELLE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| GOLDSTEIN, JEFFERY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| PRESSER, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| RIVERWOOD NURSING SNF JV LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| SHERMAN, SAMUEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/04/2024 |
| TESSLER, ELIA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center has 2 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 Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Riverwood Healthcare & 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 Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Sherman Family. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Riverwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is at 808 S Colley Rd, Starke, FL 32091. Phone: (904) 964-6220.
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.