Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Falmouth, Massachusetts
1 of 2 nursing homes in Falmouth (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
253
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$8,278 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 Falmouth, Massachusetts, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended. Families should consider the JML Care Center, which has a solid 4-star rating, but remain aware of the overall market's constraints.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 JML CARE CENTER INC (70) — JML Care Center stands out with its 4★ CMS rating and a solid Grade B, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a supportive environment.
The other 1 Falmouth facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $8K.
Recommended
JML Care Center stands out with its 4★ CMS rating and a solid Grade B, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, ensuring residents receive personalized attention in a supportive 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 | Falmouth Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 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 $8,278
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Falmouth 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?"
Falmouth's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Falmouth facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Falmouth avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Falmouth 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 Falmouth, MA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Falmouth (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Falmouth "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 Falmouth?
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.