Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Franklin, Ohio
1 of 2 nursing homes in Franklin (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
139
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$9,750 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
30 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Franklin, Ohio, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 50% of the facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while there is one top-rated facility, one has incurred total fines of $9,750, indicating potential concerns.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 OTTERBEIN MIDDLETOWN (90) — Otterbein Middletown shines with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a top-tier 5★ CMS rating. This non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 60 residents while maintaining a strong commitment to quality with no fines.
The other 1 Franklin facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $9K.
Recommended
Otterbein Middletown shines with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and a top-tier 5★ CMS rating. This non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 60 residents while maintaining a strong commitment to quality with no fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Franklin Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.62 | 0.50 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 12 | 24.0 | — |
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 $9,750
Questions Franklin 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?"
Franklin's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Franklin facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Franklin avg is 30 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Franklin facilities average 24.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Franklin at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $9K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $9K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 61.5 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 24.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Franklin, OH are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Franklin (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Franklin "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 Franklin?
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.