Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Elyria, Ohio
1 of 2 nursing homes in Elyria (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
198
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$222,943 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 Elyria, Ohio is adequate, with only 2 facilities available and 50% recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, LIFE CARE CENTER OF ELYRIA, has a B+ rating and 5 stars, there is one facility with total fines of $222,943.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 LIFE CARE CENTER OF ELYRIA (83) — The LIFE CARE CENTER OF ELYRIA shines with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting high-quality care and resident satisfaction. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes a supportive environment for its 99 residents, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable nursing home care.
The other 1 Elyria facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $222K.
Recommended
The LIFE CARE CENTER OF ELYRIA shines with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting high-quality care and resident satisfaction. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes a supportive environment for its 99 residents, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable nursing home care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Elyria 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 $222,943
Questions Elyria 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?"
Elyria's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Elyria facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Elyria avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Elyria 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 Elyria, OH are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Elyria (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Elyria "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 Elyria?
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.