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The following nursing homes, located in and around the Orlando area, have all been rated as five-star facilities by Medicare. Medicare ratings change frequently, so it is important to note that these ratings are only as accurate as the time of this post. As of the time of this post, there are six 100+ bed...

Some nursing homes and assisted living facilities cite “The Right to Fall” as a “law” that allows seniors to suffer traumatic falls. However, this concept is misleading. While it is commendable to promote independence in long term care facilities, there is no “Right to Fall Law” that discharges a nursing home of its duty to...

What are the best nursing homes in Miami-Dade County? There are several nursing homes located in Miami-Dade County that have been rated 5 out of 5 stars by Medicare at the time of this post. Below are some of the best nursing homes in Miami. Injury or wrongful death inside a Florida facility? Let our...

What is the Best Nursing Home in Atlanta? Finding the best nursing home in Atlanta is a personal, family decision. However, CMS and Georgia state inspectors can help families highlight the highest rated, best performing skilled nursing facilities in the Atlanta metro area. As of the time of this post, there are five nursing facilities...

Background Information on Warren Barr South Loop Warren Barr South Loop is a for-profit nursing home affiliated with Legacy Healthcare. This 210-bed facility can be found at 1725 South Wabash in Chicago, Illinois. Warren Barr South Loop, also known by its legal business name of South Loop Skilled Nursing Facility, LLC. As of the date...

Background on HCA Florida Hospitals HCA Healthcare, or the Hospital Corporation of America, was founded in 1968 in Tennessee. Since its start, HCA Healthcare has grown to operate across 19 states and is currently the largest health system in the country by both number of hospitals and net patient revenue. According to The Florida Agency...

Background Information on Guardian Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Guardian Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, also known by its legal business name of Guardian Care, Inc., is a 99-bed nursing facility in Orange County, Florida. It can be found at 350 South John Young Parkway in Orlando. As of the time of this post, Guardian...

Background Information on Alden Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Alden Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, known by the legal business name of Alden-Lakeland Rehabilitation and Heath Care Center, Inc., is a for-profit nursing home in Illinois. The 300-bed facility can be found at 820 West Lawrence in Chicago, near Chicago Lakeshore Hospital and...

Encompass Health is the largest owner and operator of post-acute and rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. As of 2024, they have 150+ facilities across 36 states. In Florida, Encompass Health has 19 currently operating facilities. The company will also be opening locations in Kissimmee and Naples soon. Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospitals are licensed as...

Accountability and Legal Considerations: Understanding Nursing Home Responsibilities in Case of Harm Introduction Dealing with the loss or harm of a loved one in a nursing home is an emotionally devastating experience. While the focus should primarily be on coping with the situation, questions may arise regarding the legal responsibility of the nursing home in...