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10 Best Nursing Homes in Fort Pierce South, FL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Fort Pierce South nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Fort Pierce South, FL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Fort Pierce South or another care type is right for you. Browse 38 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Fort Pierce South.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bluefield, Walton and Eden.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Fort Pierce South, FL

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of nursing homes in Fort Pierce South, FL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Pierce South is $4,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vero Beach South, FL with an average of $4,256 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Pierce South, FL vs. nearby cities

Fort Pierce South, FL
$4,623/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Pierce South, FL vs. the state and national average

Fort Pierce South, FL
$4,623/mo
$4,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Pierce South vs. other types of senior living

$4,623/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,623/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Fort Pierce South, FL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,746/mo
Studio
$3,867/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,221/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,612/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Fort Pierce South over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Fort Pierce South

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Fort Pierce South

The Cabana at Jensen Dunes in Jensen Beach, FL

4.3
It was positive but intake staff did not do a very thorough job making sure all documents were in order and when a DNR situation arose this created a crisis. My dad ended up passing away from Covid contracted during his stay - total time in Cabana was less than 2 weeks.

Heron Cove Assisted Living & Memory Care of Vero Beach

5.0
We have been well informed and feel as though Mom has received appropriate attention and care at HarborChase of Vero Beach. It's reassuring knowing that she is in good hands.

Brookdale Stuart

4.9
Brookdale Stuart is a smaller community so they can really focus on and get to know the residents. A lot of the staff has been there for many, many years which says a lot to me. They are so caring, kind and helpful, we definitely found the right place for our mother. They are truly angels on ...
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Fort Pierce South nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Pierce South nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Pierce South, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Fort Pierce South nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Fort Pierce South that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
22.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.2%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.6%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Pierce South nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Fort Pierce South Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Pierce South, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Pierce South nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Pierce South partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Pierce South, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Pierce South nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Pierce South communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Pierce South, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Pierce South nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Fort Pierce South offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Pierce South, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Palms of St. Lucie West, The Gardens of Port St Lucie and Symphony at Stuart are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Fort Pierce South, Florida. See full list of communities.

There are 38 nursing homes facilities near Fort Pierce South, Florida. See the full list.

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