Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Blacksburg, Virginia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Blacksburg (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
239
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
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 Blacksburg, Virginia, is adequate with only 2 facilities, one of which is recommended. Families should be aware that the top facility, THE WYBE AND MARIETJE KROONTJE HEALTH CARE CENTER, has a B+ rating and 5-star quality, ensuring a solid option for care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 THE WYBE AND MARIETJE KROONTJE HEALTH CARE CENTER (85) — The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 85/100. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a safe and nurturing environment for its 60 residents, all while maintaining a B+ grade and zero fines.
The other 1 Blacksburg facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
The Wybe and Marietje Kroontje Health Care Center shines with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 85/100. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a safe and nurturing environment for its 60 residents, all while maintaining a B+ grade and zero fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Blacksburg Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
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
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Blacksburg 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?"
Blacksburg's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Blacksburg facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Blacksburg avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Blacksburg 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 Blacksburg, VA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Blacksburg (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Blacksburg "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 Blacksburg?
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.