nursing home in Tavares, FL
Solaris Healthcare Waterman
4501 Waterman Way, Tavares, FL 32778 · (352) 609-4000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Solaris Healthcare Waterman at a glance
Solaris Healthcare Waterman is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Tavares, Florida (Lake County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 1, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.7% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Solaris Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- October 15, 2018
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lake County
- CMS Certification Number
- 106119
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.07 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.77 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.25 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.51 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.7% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 20 | 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 | 117 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.5% | 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% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.4% | 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) | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.5% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.2% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| 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) | 16.9% | 4.6% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 8.5% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12.2% | 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) | 99.5% | 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) | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82.6% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.3% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 3, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 3, 2026 |
| August 1, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 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 September 5, 2025 |
| August 1, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 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 May 21, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| April 25, 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 May 21, 2024 |
| April 25, 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 May 21, 2024 |
| December 22, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 3, 2023 |
| December 22, 2022 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 February 3, 2023 |
| December 22, 2022 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 February 3, 2023 |
| December 22, 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 February 3, 2023 |
| December 22, 2022 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 February 3, 2023 |
| December 22, 2022 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| WATERMAN SNF OPERATIONS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 06/05/2023 |
| ACC II SNF OPERATIONS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/05/2023 |
| CH ACC II HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/05/2023 |
| SEAM TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/05/2023 |
| SK ACC II HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 06/05/2023 |
| KLEIN, SOLOMON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2023 |
| LEONARD, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Solaris Healthcare Waterman's rating?
Solaris Healthcare Waterman has 5 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 Solaris Healthcare Waterman receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Solaris Healthcare Waterman 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 Solaris Healthcare Waterman?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Solaris Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Solaris Healthcare Waterman and how do I contact it?
Solaris Healthcare Waterman is at 4501 Waterman Way, Tavares, FL 32778. Phone: (352) 609-4000.
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.