Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Fort Pierce, FL below include 31 nursing homes with 227 reviews.
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800 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL 34994
3.2
(9 reviews)
"My father is a patient at Solaris and whenever I visit the facility to see him, he is well cared for, the facility is very clean with zero urine smell, and the staff is very friendly and takes good care of him. It is a hard job these medical service ..."
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1500 Se Palm Beach Road, Stuart, FL 34994
3.1
(13 reviews)
"My mom is at Stuart Nursing & Restorative Care Center. So far, it has been fine. They've helped me with everything to feel comfortable about leaving her there. They have a good staff. Plus, they are assisting her with things that she needs like assis..."
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1800 Se Hillmoor Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
3.1
(8 reviews)
"The best of all the rehabs I’ve been in. Great care and very attentive to the call bell which is impossible. Great physical therapy by Brian. The CNA’s and nurses took great care of me. The television needs updating. They use DISH and only get a ..."
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4801 SE Cove Road, Stuart, FL 34997
3.0
(9 reviews)
"I was not happy about being sent to the Rehab wing in a nursing home, after having lived in one for four years a while back. However, Salerno Bay is not your typical facility. All staff take an interest in you and your care. Everyone, no matter wh..."
READ MORE3720 South Jennings Rd, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
2.7
(15 reviews)
"my wife came here with no hope from other internes from tradition hospitale, she was in and out of other facilitys and when coming to life care ! she receaved the best care a person could want, with the help of Gielia and Remmie , in such a short tim..."
READ MORE1500 SW Capri Street , Palm City, FL 34990
2.6
(3 reviews)
"My husband has been T Waters Edge for the past 18 months- During this time we have dealt with medical issues that were quickly taken care of by the nursing staff, issues addressed by physical therapy and staff. Due to my husbands respiratory issues, ..."
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1655 SE WALTON RD, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
2.3
(11 reviews)
"All the staff brought their own personality to the job. They were quite patient with me. Kelly, Tom, and Rob of PT/OT generously educated me on my recovery needs. Dietary makes a mean grilled cheese...."
READ MORE1310 37th Street , Vero Beach, FL 32960
2.2
(21 reviews)
"The rooms are nice and clean the staff are very polite and helpeful physical therapy is outstanding thanks to all associates at Vero care center for helping us through our time of need..."
READ MORE2505 SW MARTIN HWY, Palm City, FL 34990
2.1
(10 reviews)
"Ive had no problems with this place over 2 yrs. My mom has been here. I see my mom daily except now during coronavirus...."
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125 NW Jensen Beach Blvd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
"Welcome to Grand Oaks of Jensen Beach! Grand Oaks of Jensen Beach Assisted Living Community offers 48 assisted living suites and 14 memory c..."
READ MOREThe cost of nursing home care in Fort Pierce is slightly lower than the state average of $8,654 and higher than the national average of $7,908. Tampa’s seniors can expect to pay about $763 more than Fort Pierce seniors. Miami and Tallahassee both have nursing home costs that are higher than Fort Pierce at $9,019 and $9,095, respectively.
Fort Pierce
$8,164
Florida
$8,654
United States
$7,908
Miami
$9,019
Tampa
$8,927
Tallahassee
$9,095
A semiprivate room in a nursing home in Fort Pierce has an average monthly cost of $8,194, while the cost of a private room is slightly higher at $8,943.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Seniors in Fort Pierce have other options for long-term care. Nursing home care is the most comprehensive and the most expensive. Assisted living facilities provide help with personal care needs and cost about $3,763 per month. Adult day health is the least expensive option at $1,517 per month. Seniors aging in place can choose in-home care, which helps with daily needs and costs about $4,671 per month. Home health care includes light medical and is about $4,767 per month. Both are considerably less than nursing home care.
In-Home Care
$4,671
Home Health Care
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,517
Assisted Living Facility
$3,763
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,164
Nursing Home (private room)
$8,943
Note: Data for Fort Pierce was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Port St. Lucie, was used instead.
Free to low-cost resources are available to help seniors in Fort Pierce address a variety of needs, ranging from transportation to benefit application assistance.Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Council on Aging of St. Lucie | (772) 336-8608 | The Council on Aging of St. Lucie supports seniors living on the Treasure Coast. There are two offices within St. Lucie County, including one in Fort Pierce. The agency offers nutrition information, personal care assistance, transportation, insurance counseling and case management. |
| Florida Department of Elder Affairs | (850) 414-2000 | The Florida Department of Elder Affairs oversees the state’s 11 Area Agencies on Aging. The agency provides direct services to seniors age 60 and older, including Alzheimer’s support, community-based services, elder protection, nutrition, long-term care services and supports, and insurance counseling. |
| Palm Beach/Treasure Coast Area Agency on Aging | (866) 684-5885 | The Palm Beach/Treasure Coast Area Agency on Aging supports seniors and adults with disabilities with programs and services. These programs include caregiver training and support, chronic disease management, companionship, counseling, diabetes self-management, medication management and personal care. |
| Bay Area Legal Services | (800) 625-2257 | Bay Area Legal Services offers free legal help to low-income seniors throughout St. Lucie County. Areas of support include guardianships, wills and probate, estate law, tax preparation and benefits support. |
| Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (850) 414-2323 | The Florida Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for seniors in nursing homes and other residential care communities. An ombudsman educates seniors on elder rights and visits nursing homes annually to evaluate their quality of care. |
Nursing Homes
ConcernedSon2023
1.0
Review of Sandgate Gardens Rehab & Nursing Center
My older and frail mother stayed there. She had a broken hip and needed a lot of care. I was heartbroken and felt helpless leaving her there. Listening to the screaming calls of the other...
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noncareingfacility
1.0
Review of Sandgate Gardens Rehab & Nursing Center
This place is the WORST. Non caring uncompassionate nurses and CNA"S. They also are very rude and nasty to Residents. Do not bring your friends or family to this facility
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penny3961
2.0
Review of Sandgate Gardens Rehab & Nursing Center
My father was to receive PT here. Aside from the fact that he got very very little PT, the place was absolutely filthy.
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