Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Asheville, North Carolina
3 of 10 nursing homes in Asheville (30%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 2 caution · 5 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
927
across 10 facilities
High Risk Facilities
5
4 Grade F
$483,396 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/10
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Asheville, North Carolina is adequate, with 10 facilities available but only 3 recommended options. Families should be aware that 5 facilities have a total of $478,809 in fines, highlighting the need for careful consideration when selecting care.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Deerfield Episcopal Retirement (90) — Deerfield Episcopal Retirement shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive A grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, residents benefit from a nurturing, non-profit environment focused on community well-being.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 Givens Health Center (75) — Givens Health Center offers a solid 4★ CMS rating and a commendable B grade, showcasing its dedication to resident health. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and a non-profit structure, it emphasizes a community-oriented approach to skilled nursing care.
- 3 Aston Park Health Care Center (73) — Aston Park Health Care Center, while rated 3★ by CMS, maintains a strong community focus as a non-profit facility. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and zero fines, it provides a supportive environment for its 120 residents, striving for continuous improvement in care.
The other 7 Asheville facilities didn't qualify — 5 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $483K.
Recommended
Deerfield Episcopal Retirement shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive A grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, residents benefit from a nurturing, non-profit environment focused on community well-being.
Givens Health Center offers a solid 4★ CMS rating and a commendable B grade, showcasing its dedication to resident health. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and a non-profit structure, it emphasizes a community-oriented approach to skilled nursing care.
Aston Park Health Care Center, while rated 3★ by CMS, maintains a strong community focus as a non-profit facility. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and zero fines, it provides a supportive environment for its 120 residents, striving for continuous improvement in care.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Asheville Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 7?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 4 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $483,396
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Asheville Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Asheville's city average is 2.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 10 Asheville facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Asheville avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Asheville 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 Asheville, NC are recommended?
3 of 10 nursing homes in Asheville (30%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Asheville "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 Asheville?
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.