Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Easley, South Carolina
1 of 3 nursing homes in Easley (33%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
185
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$21,980 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Easley, South Carolina, is adequate, with three facilities available but only one recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities have significant fines totaling $21,980, indicating potential concerns about quality and care standards.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Presbyterian Home Of SC - Foothills (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, Presbyterian Home Of SC - Foothills focuses on community well-being, providing excellent personalized care with no fines, making it a standout choice for residents.
The other 2 Easley facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $21K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, Presbyterian Home Of SC - Foothills focuses on community well-being, providing excellent personalized care with no fines, making it a standout choice for residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Easley Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
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
- 2 Have fines totaling $21,980
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Easley 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?"
Easley's city average is 2.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Easley facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Easley avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Easley 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 Easley, SC are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Easley (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Easley "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 Easley?
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.