Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Galion, Ohio
1 of 3 nursing homes in Galion (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
186
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 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 This One?
The nursing home market in Galion, Ohio, is adequate, with three facilities available and only one recommended. Families should note that while MILL CREEK NURSING & REHABILITATION is the top choice with a B+ rating, one facility is in the avoid tier due to having no fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 MILL CREEK NURSING & REHABILITATION (83) — Mill Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation excels with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no federal fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being and rehabilitation, making it a reliable choice for quality care.
The other 2 Galion facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Mill Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation excels with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no federal fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being and rehabilitation, making it a reliable choice for quality care.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Galion Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Galion 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?"
Galion's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Galion facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Galion avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Galion 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 Galion, OH are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Galion (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Galion "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 Galion?
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.