Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Front Royal, Virginia
1 of 2 nursing homes in Front Royal (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
180
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$23,989 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 Front Royal, Virginia, is adequate, with only 2 facilities available and 50% recommended. Families should note that while Heritage Hall Front Royal stands out with a 5-star rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $23,989.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 HERITAGE HALL FRONT ROYAL (90) — Heritage Hall Front Royal boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, residents benefit from a safe and supportive environment. The facility's focus on patient satisfaction and personalized services make it a standout choice in the area.
The other 1 Front Royal facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $23K.
Recommended
Heritage Hall Front Royal boasts an impressive CMS 5-star rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, residents benefit from a safe and supportive environment. The facility's focus on patient satisfaction and personalized services make it a standout choice in the area.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Front Royal Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 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
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $23,989
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Front Royal 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?"
Front Royal's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Front Royal facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Front Royal avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Front Royal 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 Front Royal, VA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Front Royal (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Front Royal "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 Front Royal?
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.