Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Florence, South Carolina
2 of 8 nursing homes in Florence (25%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 4 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
740
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$80,662 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Florence, South Carolina, is adequate, with only 25% of the 8 facilities recommended for quality care. Families should be aware that while Honorage Nursing Center stands out as a top choice, there are two facilities to avoid due to fines and a caution tier facility with a history of penalties.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Honorage Nursing Center (90) — Honorage Nursing Center boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its exceptional care standards. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility excels in providing a high-quality environment for its 88 residents.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina-Florenc (80) — Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Florence is a well-regarded non-profit nursing home with a CMS 4★ rating and a solid B+ grade. With a Trust Score of 80/100 and no fines, this facility demonstrates a strong commitment to community-focused, compassionate care for its 25 residents.
The other 6 Florence facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 4 have fines totaling $80K.
Recommended
Honorage Nursing Center boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its exceptional care standards. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility excels in providing a high-quality environment for its 88 residents.
B+
80
Trust Score
Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina-Florence is a well-regarded non-profit nursing home with a CMS 4★ rating and a solid B+ grade. With a Trust Score of 80/100 and no fines, this facility demonstrates a strong commitment to community-focused, compassionate care for its 25 residents.
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 | Florence Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 6?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 4 Have fines totaling $80,662
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Florence 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?"
Florence's city average is 3.4 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
4 of 8 Florence facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Florence avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Florence 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 Florence, SC are recommended?
2 of 8 nursing homes in Florence (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Florence "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 Florence?
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.