Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Dale, Indiana
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dale (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
102
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$86,444 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 Dale, Indiana, is adequate, with only 2 facilities available and 50% recommended. Families should note that while Willowdale Village holds a high rating, there is one facility to avoid due to significant fines totaling $86,444.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WILLOWDALE VILLAGE (90) — Willowdale Village stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating. This facility has maintained an A grade with no fines, ensuring a high standard of care in its 50-bed setting, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking quality nursing care.
The other 1 Dale facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $86K.
Recommended
Willowdale Village stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating. This facility has maintained an A grade with no fines, ensuring a high standard of care in its 50-bed setting, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking quality nursing care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Dale Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 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 $86,444
Questions Dale 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?"
Dale's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Dale facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Dale avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Dale 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 Dale, IN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dale (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Dale "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 Dale?
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.