Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Agawam, Massachusetts
1 of 4 nursing homes in Agawam (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
533
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$95,880 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Agawam, Massachusetts, is limited with only 4 facilities, and only 25% are recommended. Families should be aware that while Agawam South Rehab and Nursing is the top-rated option, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $86,130.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 AGAWAM SOUTH REHAB AND NURSING (70) — Agawam South Rehab and Nursing boasts a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 70/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines reported, this facility is recognized for its reliable services and overall positive patient experience.
The other 3 Agawam facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $95K.
Recommended
Agawam South Rehab and Nursing boasts a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 70/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines reported, this facility is recognized for its reliable services and overall positive patient experience.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Agawam Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $95,880
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Agawam Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Agawam's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Agawam facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Agawam avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Agawam facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Agawam, MA are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Agawam (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Agawam "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Agawam?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.