GROVES CENTER
512 S 11TH ST, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
Data insights
GROVES CENTER does not currently carry a CMS overall star rating on Care Compare (data as of 2026-04-01). Facilities remain unrated when they are too new to have completed a full inspection cycle, have undergone a change of ownership, or have insufficient resident-assessment data to compute the quality measures component. Absence of a rating is neither positive nor negative — it simply means CMS has not yet published enough verified data for the public algorithm to produce a score.
Located in LAKE WALES, Florida, this facility operates 120 certified beds with an average daily census of roughly 116 residents — an occupancy rate of about 97%. The facility is classified under for profit - limited liability company ownership, a designation that can influence staffing patterns, reinvestment decisions, and admissions policy. Ownership type, bed certification (Medicare, Medicaid, or both), and geographic setting are frequently-requested context points that families weigh alongside the star rating when evaluating long-term care options.
On the regulatory side, federal and state surveyors have documented multiple deficiencies at this facility (43 total). CMS has levied 1 enforcement penalty — civil money penalties or denials of payment — during the same window. Deficiencies are graded by scope and severity on CMS's F-tag scale, ranging from isolated, low-harm findings to widespread, immediate-jeopardy citations. Tracking deficiency volume alongside severity provides a more complete picture than star rating alone. Families considering this facility are encouraged to review the full inspection history on medicare.gov/care-compare and to request copies of the most recent survey reports directly from the administrator before making a placement decision.
The figures above come directly from the U.S. Centers for Medicare \& Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare dataset for federal quality ratings, combined with the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey of more than 15,000 elder-care providers nationwide and U.S. Census American Community Survey income data. Cost figures are monthly medians, refreshed annually with each new CareScout release; quality ratings are refreshed quarterly from the CMS Provider Information File. Read these state and county medians as benchmarks, then verify current rates with individual providers and consult care managers before making placement decisions. See our methodology for source vintage.
Facility details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Beds | 120 |
| Residents | 116 |
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| County | Polk |
| Penalties | 1 |
| Deficiencies | 43 |
Source: CMS Care Compare Nursing Homes (data as of 2026-04-01)
What do families ask most?
How much does a nursing home cost per month in Florida? ▾
The median cost for a semi-private nursing home room in Florida is $10,342 per month ($124,100 annually). A private room averages $12,167 per month. Costs are from the CareScout 2025 survey.
What services does GROVES CENTER offer? ▾
GROVES CENTER is a skilled nursing facility with 120 beds with approximately 116 current residents. It operates under for profit - limited liability company ownership. The facility has recorded 43 deficiencies and 1 penalties in CMS inspections.
Does GROVES CENTER have any deficiencies or penalties? ▾
GROVES CENTER has multiple deficiencies (43 total) and 1 penalties recorded by CMS. Deficiencies are identified during federal and state inspections and can range from minor issues to serious safety concerns. Fewer deficiencies generally indicate better regulatory compliance.
What are the alternatives to a nursing home in Florida? ▾
In Florida, alternatives include assisted living ($5,610/mo), home health aides ($6,101/mo), and adult day care ($1,625/mo). The right option depends on the level of medical care needed, budget, and personal preferences.
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Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Provider ID: 105269.
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