Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Fremont, Nebraska
2 of 3 nursing homes in Fremont (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Nebraska statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
249
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Fremont, Nebraska, is adequate, with three facilities available and two recommended, indicating a fair selection for families. Notably, Dunklau Gardens stands out with an excellent rating of A and 5 stars, ensuring quality care without any financial penalties.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Dunklau Gardens (90) — Dunklau Gardens stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care while maintaining a Grade A performance and a clean record with $0 fines, making it a top choice for residents seeking quality and compassionate support.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 Nye Legacy Health & Rehabilitation Center (75) — Nye Legacy Health & Rehabilitation Center earns a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a reliable option for rehabilitation and health services in a supportive environment.
The other 1 Fremont facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Dunklau Gardens stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care while maintaining a Grade A performance and a clean record with $0 fines, making it a top choice for residents seeking quality and compassionate support.
Nye Legacy Health & Rehabilitation Center earns a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a reliable option for rehabilitation and health services 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 | Fremont Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.7 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
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Fremont 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?"
Fremont's city average is 3.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Fremont facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Fremont avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Fremont 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 Fremont, NE are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Fremont (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Fremont "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 Fremont?
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.