Life Care Center of Estero
3850 Williams Road · Estero, FL · 33928 · 2394954000
155 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Life Care Centers of America
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.84 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.97 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.52 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 18% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $8,034 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 28, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected August 9, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 19, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected November 19, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 19, 2023
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected November 19, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected November 19, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 19, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected November 19, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2021
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected January 9, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| July 9, 2024 | Fine | $4,017 |
| July 9, 2024 | Fine | $4,017 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 106057 · certified since October 23, 2003. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.