Emerald Coast Center

Emerald Coast Center, located at 114 Third Street SE in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is a skilled nursing facility providing exceptional medical care and rehabilitation services along the stunning Florida Panhandle. Managed by Hearthstone Senior Communities, a company with a deep commitment to creating compassionate, home-like environments for seniors, Emerald Coast Center blends clinical expertise with genuine warmth in one of Northwest Florida's most vibrant coastal communities. Fort Walton Beach sits at the heart of the Emerald Coast, named for the distinctive emerald-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The city offers an extraordinary quality of life for seniors and their families, with beautiful white-sand beaches, a close-knit community spirit, and access to excellent healthcare resources. Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, a full-service HCA-affiliated hospital, provides comprehensive acute care services and is easily accessible for residents requiring specialist care or hospital-level treatment. The facility's location near the waterfront areas of Fort Walton Beach places it close to the Indian Temple Mound Museum, one of the oldest Native American sites in the Southeast and a fascinating local landmark. The Landing area along Okaloosa Island offers scenic waterfront dining and recreational activities along Santa Rosa Sound, while Downtown Fort Walton Beach provides shopping, restaurants, and community events year-round. Destin, Florida's famed Harbor and resort destination, is just a short drive east, offering world-class seafood dining, the Destin Commons outdoor shopping center, and additional cultural and recreational options for visiting families. Eglin Air Force Base, one of the largest air force bases in the world, adds to the area's economic vitality and brings a strong military community that values service and care. Hearthstone Senior Communities is known for its resident-centered philosophy, ensuring that clinical care at Emerald Coast Center is delivered within a framework of respect, dignity, and personal choice. The interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to develop individualized care plans that address each resident's medical, emotional, and social needs, supporting both recovery-focused short-term stays and long-term skilled nursing care.