Graceville Health Center

Graceville Health Center earned an overall 5-star rating from CMS, which puts it in the top tier of nursing facilities nationwide. That top score is a composite that weighs three separate ratings together, so it's worth knowing what each one tells you. The health inspection rating is a perfect 5 stars, meaning state inspectors found very few problems, and any issues they did find were minor. That's a strong sign that the facility is well-managed and consistently meeting care standards. The staffing rating comes in at 4 stars, which is above average and means nurses are spending more time with residents than at most facilities. More staff time generally translates to faster responses, more attentive care, and less risk of things being overlooked.

The one area to be aware of is the quality measures rating, which sits at 3 stars, or average. This score is based on 15 clinical indicators like how often residents experience pain, pressure sores, falls, or declines in mobility. An average score here doesn't mean anything alarming, but it does suggest there may be room for improvement in some health outcomes compared to higher-performing facilities. If you're weighing Graceville for a loved one with specific medical needs, it's worth asking the staff directly about the clinical areas that matter most to your family. Overall, though, the combination of clean inspections and strong staffing gives this facility a well-deserved 5-star standing.

Staffing at Graceville Health Center is a mixed picture compared to other Florida nursing homes. On the registered nurse side, residents here receive about 0.42 RN hours per day, which falls a bit short of the Florida average of 0.52 hours. In practical terms, that means slightly less time each day with the most highly trained nursing staff, which can matter when it comes to catching early warning signs or managing complex health needs. On the other hand, total nurse hours, which includes CNAs and other nursing staff, come in at 3.89 hours per resident per day, essentially on par with the state average of 3.87 hours. So while hands-on care time overall looks comparable to what you'd find elsewhere in Florida, families who have a loved one with more involved medical needs may want to ask the facility how RN coverage is scheduled throughout the day and night.

Graceville Health Center has a strong inspection record, earning a 5 out of 5 star health inspection rating from the government. There are no penalties on record and no fines have ever been issued against this facility. For families doing their research, that kind of clean track record is genuinely reassuring - it suggests regulators have consistently found this facility to be operating the way it should. While no record is a guarantee of day-to-day experience, the absence of any violations or fines is a positive sign worth noting as you weigh your options. You can compare this facility's record against others in Graceville on the Graceville nursing homes and assisted living page.

1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant care for during a typical day shift, and how does that number change at night and on weekends?
2. What is your staff turnover rate over the past year, and how do you make sure residents are seeing familiar faces rather than a rotating group of strangers?
3. If my loved one falls or has a medical emergency overnight, walk me through exactly what happens from the moment staff becomes aware of it to when the family is notified.
4. How do you handle a resident who refuses a meal, misses an activity, or seems withdrawn for several days in a row?
5. Can you show me the most recent state inspection report, and what specific steps have you taken to address any deficiencies listed in it?
6. If a family member has a concern about the quality of care their loved one is receiving, who do they contact first, and what does the follow-up process look like?

For more guidance on evaluating facilities, see our guide to questions to ask when choosing a Florida nursing home.