Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Dunkirk, New York
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dunkirk (50%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
256
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$8,926 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 Dunkirk, New York, is limited, with only 2 facilities available, one of which is recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Dunkirk Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, has a good rating, it is in the caution tier due to fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 DUNKIRK REHABILITATION & NURSING CENTER (78) — Dunkirk Rehabilitation & Nursing Center stands out with its impressive 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 78/100. The facility's B grade reflects its commitment to quality care, and the absence of fines highlights its dedication to compliance and resident safety.
The other 1 Dunkirk facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $8K.
Recommended
Dunkirk Rehabilitation & Nursing Center stands out with its impressive 5★ CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 78/100. The facility's B grade reflects its commitment to quality care, and the absence of fines highlights its dedication to compliance and resident safety.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Dunkirk Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $8,926
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Dunkirk 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?"
Dunkirk's city average is 4.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Dunkirk facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Dunkirk avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk, NY are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dunkirk (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Dunkirk "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 Dunkirk?
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.