Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Eastman, Georgia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Eastman (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
200
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$12,596 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 Eastman, Georgia, is adequate, with 2 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should consider HEART OF GEORGIA NURSING HOME, the top-rated facility with 5 stars, as there are no fines reported for any facilities in the area.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 HEART OF GEORGIA NURSING HOME (90) — Heart of Georgia Nursing Home stands out with its impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being in a comfortable environment.
The other 1 Eastman facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $12K.
Recommended
Heart of Georgia Nursing Home stands out with its impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being in a comfortable environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Eastman Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 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 $12,596
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Eastman 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?"
Eastman's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Eastman facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Eastman avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Eastman 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 Eastman, GA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Eastman (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Eastman "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 Eastman?
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.