Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Clarkfield, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Clarkfield (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
30
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Clarkfield, Minnesota, is limited but favorable, with one facility, Clarkfield Care Center, receiving a solid 4-star rating. Families can feel confident in their choice, as the facility is recommended with no fines or compliance issues reported.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Clarkfield Care Center (75) — Clarkfield Care Center stands out with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community well-being, providing personalized support in a cozy 30-bed environment, all while maintaining a Grade B and incurring no fines.
Recommended
Clarkfield Care Center stands out with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community well-being, providing personalized support in a cozy 30-bed environment, all while maintaining a Grade B and incurring no fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Clarkfield Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Clarkfield 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?"
Clarkfield's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Clarkfield facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Clarkfield avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Clarkfield 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 Clarkfield, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Clarkfield (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Clarkfield "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 Clarkfield?
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.