Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Denton, Texas
2 of 6 nursing homes in Denton (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Texas statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 2 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
554
across 6 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$184,929 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/6
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Denton, Texas, is adequate, with 6 total facilities and only 2 recommended options. Families should be aware of the 2 facilities in the avoid tier, which collectively have incurred $184,929 in fines, indicating caution is needed when selecting care options.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 LAKE FOREST VILLAGE BY PUREHEALTH (80) — Lake Forest Village by PureHealth boasts a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With no fines and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility maintains a high standard of care in its 60-bed capacity, ensuring residents receive quality attention and support.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY-DENTON VILLAGE (75) — Good Samaritan Society-Denton Village stands out with its community-focused approach as a non-profit facility. With a Trust Score of 75/100, a CMS rating of 4 stars, and no fines, it provides a nurturing environment across its 88 beds, prioritizing the well-being of its residents.
The other 4 Denton facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $184K.
Recommended
Lake Forest Village by PureHealth boasts a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With no fines and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility maintains a high standard of care in its 60-bed capacity, ensuring residents receive quality attention and support.
Good Samaritan Society-Denton Village stands out with its community-focused approach as a non-profit facility. With a Trust Score of 75/100, a CMS rating of 4 stars, and no fines, it provides a nurturing environment across its 88 beds, prioritizing the well-being of its residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Denton Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $184,929
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Denton 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?"
Denton's city average is 2.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 6 Denton facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Denton avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Denton 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 Denton, TX are recommended?
2 of 6 nursing homes in Denton (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Denton "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 Denton?
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.