Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Amory, Mississippi
1 of 2 nursing homes in Amory (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Mississippi statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
212
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Amory, Mississippi, is adequate but has room for improvement, with 1 of the 2 facilities recommended. Families should consider River Place Nursing Center, which holds a B+ rating and 4 stars, while noting that one facility has $0 total fines, indicating caution.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 RIVER PLACE NURSING CENTER (83) — River Place Nursing Center shines with a solid Trust Score of 83/100 and a commendable CMS 4-star rating. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility provides quality care in a cozy setting with 60 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking a comfortable environment.
The other 1 Amory facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
River Place Nursing Center shines with a solid Trust Score of 83/100 and a commendable CMS 4-star rating. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility provides quality care in a cozy setting with 60 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking a comfortable environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Amory Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Amory 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?"
Amory's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Amory facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Amory avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Amory 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 Amory, MS are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Amory (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Amory "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 Amory?
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.