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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Goodwater, Alabama
1 of 1 nursing homes in Goodwater (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Alabama statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
72
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 Goodwater, Alabama, is adequate with a single facility, GOODWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER, receiving a strong rating of 5 stars. Families can be reassured by the facility's 100% recommendation rate and the absence of fines, indicating a reliable option for care.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 GOODWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER (93) — Goodwater Healthcare Center shines with a stellar CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. This for-profit facility maintains a Grade A, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care without any federal fines, making it a prime choice for residents seeking reliable healthcare.
Recommended
Goodwater Healthcare Center shines with a stellar CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. This for-profit facility maintains a Grade A, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care without any federal fines, making it a prime choice for residents seeking reliable healthcare.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Goodwater 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 Goodwater 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?"
Goodwater's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Goodwater facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Goodwater avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Goodwater 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 Goodwater, AL are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Goodwater (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Goodwater "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 Goodwater?
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.