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Assisted Living in Miami, FL

Miami has 605 nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Browse honest ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history for every facility — transparent data from official government sources, free for families.

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Miami has 597 senior care facilities in Miami-Dade County — the largest senior care market in Florida by facility count. That includes 25 Medicare-certified nursing homes and 572 assisted living facilities, with a combined 9,793 licensed beds. Fourteen of Miami's 25 nursing homes hold a CMS 5-star overall rating.

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Assisted living

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Total beds

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5-star nursing homes

Nursing home quality

Fourteen Miami nursing homes hold a CMS 5-star overall rating — the highest total of any city in Florida. The largest 5-star facilities are Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (264 beds), Harmony Health Center (203 beds), South Dade Nursing And Rehabilitation Center (180 beds), Palace At Kendall Nursing And Rehabilitation Center (180 beds), and Kendall Lakes Healthcare And Rehab Center (150 beds). Miami Jewish Health Systems (393 beds, 4 stars) is the city's largest nursing home and one of the most established elder care institutions in South Florida.

About senior care in Miami

Miami is the largest city in Florida by population and the county seat of Miami-Dade County. The senior care market reflects Miami's demographics — the city has one of the largest Spanish-speaking elder populations in the United States, and many ALFs offer bilingual (Spanish and English) care environments. Jackson Memorial Hospital anchors post-acute referrals for skilled nursing care. The residential ALF sector is exceptionally large, with hundreds of licensed homes spread across Miami-Dade's neighborhoods. Miami Jewish Health Systems (393 beds) is one of the nation's largest Jewish senior care institutions.

About ratings in Miami

Miami has an unusually high proportion of top-rated nursing homes — 14 of 25 hold 5-star CMS ratings. However, with 572 assisted living facilities, ALF quality varies widely. We publish inspection records and deficiency data for every facility so families can compare before making a decision.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best nursing homes in Miami, FL?

Fourteen Miami nursing homes hold a CMS 5-star overall rating — the highest number of any city in Florida. The largest 5-star facilities are Victoria Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (264 beds), Harmony Health Center (203 beds), South Dade Nursing And Rehabilitation Center (180 beds), and Palace At Kendall Nursing And Rehabilitation Center (180 beds). Miami Jewish Health Systems (393 beds, 4 stars) is the city's largest nursing home with a long-established reputation for elder care.

How many senior care facilities does Miami have?

Miami has 597 senior care facilities — the most of any city in Florida. That includes 25 Medicare-certified nursing homes and 572 assisted living facilities. The large ALF count reflects Miami's residential neighborhood structure, with many small licensed homes spread across Miami-Dade's communities. Combined licensed bed capacity exceeds 9,700.

Are there Spanish-speaking assisted living facilities in Miami?

Yes. Miami's large Spanish-speaking elder population has driven the development of many bilingual ALFs. Most facilities can accommodate Spanish-speaking residents, and many ALFs in neighborhoods like Hialeah, Sweetwater, and West Miami operate primarily in Spanish. Browse individual facility listings for language and cultural program information.

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