Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Dade City, Florida
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dade City (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
240
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$67,467 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 Dade City, Florida, is limited, with only 2 facilities and just 1 recommended option. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Royal Oak Nursing Center, holds a B rating and 4 stars, there is one facility to avoid due to $67,467 in total fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 ROYAL OAK NURSING CENTER (75) — Royal Oak Nursing Center shines with its impressive CMS 4-star rating and a solid Grade B, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused service while providing a comfortable environment for its 120 residents.
The other 1 Dade City facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $67K.
Recommended
Royal Oak Nursing Center shines with its impressive CMS 4-star rating and a solid Grade B, reflecting a commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 75/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused service while providing a comfortable environment for its 120 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Dade City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 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 $67,467
Questions Dade City 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?"
Dade City's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Dade City facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Dade City avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Dade City facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Dade City, FL are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dade City (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Dade City "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 Dade City?
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.