Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Avon Park, Florida
1 of 2 nursing homes in Avon Park (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
194
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$17,342 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Avon Park, Florida, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended, indicating a weak market. Families should note that while the top facility, Oaks at Avon, has decent ratings, one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $17,342.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 OAKS AT AVON (70) — With a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, Oaks at Avon offers a commendable environment for residents. The facility maintains a CMS rating of 3★ and has not incurred any fines, showcasing its commitment to quality care despite being a for-profit corporation.
The other 1 Avon Park facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $17K.
Recommended
With a solid Trust Score of 70/100 and a Grade B, Oaks at Avon offers a commendable environment for residents. The facility maintains a CMS rating of 3★ and has not incurred any fines, showcasing its commitment to quality care despite being a for-profit corporation.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Avon Park Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 2.0 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
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $17,342
Questions Avon Park 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?"
Avon Park's city average is 2.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Avon Park facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Avon Park avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Avon Park 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 Avon Park, FL are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Avon Park (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Avon Park "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 Avon Park?
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.