Skilled Nursing in Palm City, FL
Long-Term Skilled Nursing Services Focused on You
At Sandhill Cove, our senior living community offers a comprehensive range of Medicare-certified services at our Water’s Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Palm City, FL, including skilled nursing.
For 30 years, we’ve been serving the community by taking direct admissions and offering a comfortable, clean and inclusive environment for those undergoing a long- or short-term stay.
Our high staff-to-patient ratio exceeds the state standard for skilled nursing facilities, so we are able to provide a level of unmatched service and hospitality that covers every detail of your or your loved one’s health and well-being.
Friendly, Award-Winning Skilled Nursing Services
With award-winning leadership from LCS®, you can be sure you or your loved one will be in good hands.
No matter your needs, they’ll get to know you and your preferences to design a plan that best fits YOU. Water’s Edge welcomes direct admissions from all nearby areas, including St. Lucie and Martin counties, and Stuart, FL.
Our Care Includes:
- Comfortable private rooms or semi-private suites
- Licensed nursing staff on-site 24/7
- An emergency call system
- Resort-style dining
Skilled Nursing Services Include:
- A holistic health assessment
- A customized care plan
- Medication management
- Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, transportation, grooming, dining and additional personal grooming tasks
- Assistance with memory support through Heartfelt Connections – A Memory Care Program®
- Physical, occupational and speech therapies
- Rehabilitation services
- Catheter care
At Sandhill Cove, skilled nursing is more than care. It’s a signature experience made possible by our ownership and management company LCS®. This means we offer personalized experiences designed to expand senior care and enrich the lives of those who spend time in our community.
Skilled Nursing Frequently Asked Questions:
Unlike independent living or assisted living communities, a skilled nursing facility offers short- or long-term 24/7 care provided by licensed nurses and therapists, including RNs, LPNs and Certified Nurse Aides. Skilled nursing is a type of care that goes beyond what you’d find at an assisted living facility.
Individuals who need medical care after illness, injury or surgery, post-hospital stay or without hospitalization. Skilled nursing helps with activities of daily living (ADLs) but at a higher level. Some health conditions that could require long-term care include:
- Stroke
- Congestive heart failure
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Diabetes
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Fractures
- Fall-related injury
- Orthopedic surgeries
- Permanent disabilities
- Dementia
Skilled nursing services at Water’s Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center offer flexible payment options:
- LifeCare® residents: Unlimited days of skilled nursing included at significantly below-market rates (only ancillary charges apply)
- Medicare: Covers qualifying short-term stays, typically up to 30 days following hospitalization
- Medicaid: Accepted at our certified health center
- Private pay: Available for all residents
- Long-term care insurance: Additional payment option
Residents and their families benefit from predictable costs and asset preservation. Portions of entrance and monthly fees may be tax deductible as prepaid health care expenses, providing financial security unavailable at most skilled nursing home facilities.
It’s important for individuals and their families to explore all available financial options and plan for long-term care needs in advance. Additionally, consulting with a financial advisor, tax professional or elder law attorney can provide guidance on navigating payment options and planning for future care needs.
While often used interchangeably, key differences exist. Skilled nursing services require registered nurses to provide medical care—wound care, medication management, physical therapy, and post-surgical rehabilitation. A skilled nursing facility like Water’s Edge delivers this clinical level of care with 24/7 Registered Nurses and a Medical Director.
Traditional nursing homes typically provide a lower level of care focused on custodial assistance with daily activities. Water’s Edge maintains the highest staff-to-resident ratio in Martin and St. Lucie counties, offering both semi-private rooms and private accommodations. Our Medicare-certified center achieves a higher star rating than many standard facilities, ensuring residents and their families receive exceptional health care.
LifeCare® at Sandhill Cove means you receive skilled nursing care in our health center, regardless of how long or how often, without paying a daily fee — ever. The only additional cost above your regular monthly fee is to cover the two extra meals per day, plus any ancillary costs and personal laundry.
Other services such as chiropractic care, acupuncture, massage and outpatient rehab therapies are available at additional cost, and may be covered by your private health insurance or Medicare. Visits to the nurse practitioner in our clinic are covered by your private health insurance or Medicare. However routine services such as flu shots may incur a nominal fee.