SeniorCareRanked
Florida/ORLANDO
60
Fair

WESTMINSTER TOWERS

70 WEST LUCERNE CIRCLE, ORLANDO, FL 32801
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

WESTMINSTER TOWERS is a 120-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in ORLANDO, Florida. It has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 60 out of 100, indicating average quality. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $22,133. 6 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the WESTMINSTER COMMUNITIES OF FLORIDA chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score60/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating3/5 stars (= Average than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.8 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.90 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover0% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies6 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 2 fine(s) totaling $22,133
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.8
RN hours/resident/day0.90
Staff turnover0%
RN turnover0%

Facility Information

Beds120
Avg residents95.8
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainWESTMINSTER COMMUNITIES OF FLORIDA
Deficiencies (last inspection)6
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting WESTMINSTER TOWERS

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

WESTMINSTER TOWERS reports 3.8 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 0% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

6 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.