Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Grinnell, Iowa
2 of 2 nursing homes in Grinnell (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
118
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Grinnell, Iowa, is strong with 100% of the 2 facilities recommended for care. Families can feel confident choosing St Francis Manor, which boasts an excellent 5-star rating and no fines, ensuring quality care for their loved ones.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 St Francis Manor (90) — St Francis Manor stands out as a premier 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. With zero fines and a focus on community through its non-profit status, residents receive exceptional care in a comfortable environment with 78 beds.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 Mayflower Home (80) — Mayflower Home is a well-regarded 4★ nursing home with a Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid B+ grade. As a non-profit facility affiliated with the church, it emphasizes community values while providing quality care in a cozy setting with 40 beds, all without any fines.
Recommended
St Francis Manor stands out as a premier 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. With zero fines and a focus on community through its non-profit status, residents receive exceptional care in a comfortable environment with 78 beds.
Mayflower Home is a well-regarded 4★ nursing home with a Trust Score of 80/100 and a solid B+ grade. As a non-profit facility affiliated with the church, it emphasizes community values while providing quality care in a cozy setting with 40 beds, all without any fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Grinnell Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Grinnell Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Grinnell's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Grinnell facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Grinnell avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Grinnell 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 Grinnell, IA are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Grinnell (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Grinnell "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 Grinnell?
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.