Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Garrett, Indiana
1 of 1 nursing homes in Garrett (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
76
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Garrett, Indiana, is adequate, with one facility available that is recommended at a perfect score of 100%. Families can feel confident choosing Miller's Merry Manor, which has received a B+ rating and five stars, with no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 MILLER'S MERRY MANOR (85) — Miller's Merry Manor shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility excels in maintaining high standards of care in its 76-bed capacity, making it a dependable choice for residents seeking quality support.
Recommended
Miller's Merry Manor shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility excels in maintaining high standards of care in its 76-bed capacity, making it a dependable choice for residents seeking quality support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Garrett Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Garrett 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?"
Garrett's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Garrett facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Garrett avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Garrett 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 Garrett, IN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Garrett (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Garrett "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 Garrett?
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.