Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Garner, North Carolina
1 of 2 nursing homes in Garner (50%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
220
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$230,689 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 Garner, North Carolina, is adequate, with 50% of the two facilities recommended for care. Families should note that while Bellarose Nursing And Rehab stands out with an A rating and 5 stars, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $230,689.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Bellarose Nursing And Rehab (93) — Bellarose Nursing And Rehab stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a coveted CMS 5★ rating. With an A grade and no fines, this facility prioritizes high-quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable rehabilitation services.
The other 1 Garner facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $230K.
Recommended
Bellarose Nursing And Rehab stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a coveted CMS 5★ rating. With an A grade and no fines, this facility prioritizes high-quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for families seeking reliable rehabilitation services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Garner Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 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
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $230,689
Questions Garner 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?"
Garner's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Garner facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Garner avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Garner 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 Garner, NC are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Garner (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Garner "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 Garner?
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.