Nursing home / skilled nursing
The Preserve
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Fort Myers, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 14750 HOPE CENTER LOOP |
| City | Fort Myers |
| State | Florida |
| ZIP code | 33912 |
| County | Lee |
| Phone | 239-574-0078 |
| Website | https://thepreservevoa.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 106137 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 75 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | April 9, 2020 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
The Preserve is in 14750 HOPE CENTER LOOP, Fort Myers, FL 33912. Phone: 239-574-0078. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 5, staffing 4, quality measures 5). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 4.000; 0 federal fines totaling $0.00; total nursing staff turnover 32.4%.
More about this provider
| The Preserve's own site (Volunteers of America National Services) describes an amenity-rich, boutique-style senior living community in Fort Myers providing assisted living, skilled nursing care for long-term care, and rehabilitation all in one place, with private apartments/suites, chef-prepared meals three times daily, and licensed nurses and CNAs on site 24 hours a day. | |
| Services and programs | Assisted living; skilled nursing care for long-term care; rehabilitation; private apartments and suites with smart TV and WiFi; chef-prepared meals served three times daily; housekeeping; maintenance; coordination of transportation; professionally licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on site 24 hours daily; continuum of care on site |
| Who it serves | Older adults and people with clinically-complex health needs (as part of the Hope Preserve health care network) |
| Inspection highlights | Site states The Preserve in Fort Myers earned a 'High Performing' rating on U.S. News & World Report's Best Nursing Homes list, placing it among the top nursing facilities in Florida and nationwide, for excellence in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care |
| Visiting and contact details | 14750 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33912; phone 239-264-4400 (the page also displays +1 239-574-0078) |
| Website | https://thepreservevoa.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 5 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 4 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 1.06 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 5.06 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 0 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 4.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 16 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 16 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-10-02 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 1 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.40459 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 38.9 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.99599 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 32.4 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.09562 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.15373 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 2 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.90775 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.62576 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.46673 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 0 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 0 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 0.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Chain ID | 554 |
| Chain Name | VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SENIOR LIVING |
| Legal Business Name | VOA LEE COUNTY HEALTH CARE FACILITY, INC. |
| Chain Average QM Rating | 4.2 |
| Chain Average Staffing Rating | 4.0 |
| Number of Facilities in Chain | 6 |
| Chain Average Overall 5-star Rating | 3.6 |
| Chain Average Health Inspection Rating | 2.8 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | Y |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 64.3 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
Other nursing home / skilled nursing in Lee County
- Ambassador Healthcare At College Park — Fort Myers
- Aspire At Evans — Fort Myers
- Cedarbrook Health And Rehabilitation Center — Fort Myers
Common questions about The Preserve
Where is The Preserve located?
The Preserve is at 14750 HOPE CENTER LOOP, Fort Myers, Florida 33912.
What care and services does The Preserve offer?
The Preserve offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is The Preserve Medicare-certified?
Yes. The Preserve is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is The Preserve's quality rating?
CMS gives The Preserve an overall star rating of 5 out of 5.
How do I contact The Preserve?
Call The Preserve at 239-574-0078.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Florida can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.