nursing home in Avon Park, FL
Oaks at Avon
1010 US 27 N, Avon Park, FL 33825 · (863) 453-5200
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Oaks at Avon at a glance
Oaks at Avon is a 104-bed for-profit nursing home in Avon Park, Florida (Highlands County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 11, 2024) found 7 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.8% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 104
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Florida Institute for Long-Term Care
- Medicare-certified since
- January 6, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Highlands County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105780
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.21 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.39 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.01 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.8% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 64.3% | 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) | 7 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 39 | 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 | 104 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 96 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.9% | 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) | 2.5% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.2% | 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) | 3.9% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.2% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.3% | 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) | 16.2% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 0.8% | 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
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 20, 2026 Complaint | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| June 11, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| June 11, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2024 |
| March 6, 2020 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 6, 2020 |
| March 6, 2020 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2020 |
| March 6, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2020 |
| March 6, 2020 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FI-THE OAKS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/23/2002 |
| FLORIDA INSTITUTE FOR LONG TERM CARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 12/23/2002 |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| DEAN, SHARON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2014 |
| ELEUS HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2025 |
| FLORIDA INSTITUTE FOR LONG TERM CARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/07/2025 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2025 |
| SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2016 |
| SPADOLA, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/26/2014 |
| JAFFE, HOWARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| KATZ-HALL, KATHY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| MULLARKEY, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| RICHMOND, PENNY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2014 |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2011 |
| DEAN, SHARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2014 |
| ELEUS HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2009 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2010 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2012 |
| SPADOLA, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/26/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Oaks at Avon's rating?
Oaks at Avon has 4 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 Oaks at Avon receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Oaks at Avon 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 Oaks at Avon?
It is for profit - corporation 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 Oaks at Avon and how do I contact it?
Oaks at Avon is at 1010 US 27 N, Avon Park, FL 33825. Phone: (863) 453-5200.
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.