Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Brunswick, Georgia
1 of 3 nursing homes in Brunswick (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
360
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$31,693 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
40 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Brunswick, Georgia, is limited, with only 3 facilities available and just 1 recommended, representing 33% of the options. Families should be cautious, as there is 1 facility with significant fines totaling $16,801, highlighting the need for thorough research before making a decision.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 GRACEMORE NURSING AND REHAB (70) — Gracemore Nursing and Rehab stands out with its solid Grade B and a Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a 3-star CMS rating and no fines, this for-profit facility offers a safe environment for its 60 residents, focusing on rehabilitation and recovery.
The other 2 Brunswick facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $31K.
Recommended
Gracemore Nursing and Rehab stands out with its solid Grade B and a Trust Score of 70/100, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a 3-star CMS rating and no fines, this for-profit facility offers a safe environment for its 60 residents, focusing on rehabilitation and recovery.
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 | Brunswick Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.72 | 0.67 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 2.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 12 | 23.3 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
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 $31,693
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Brunswick 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?"
Brunswick's city average is 2.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Brunswick facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Brunswick avg is 40 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Brunswick facilities average 23.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Brunswick at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $31K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $16K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 41.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 23.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Brunswick, GA are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Brunswick (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Brunswick "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 Brunswick?
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.