Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Harrisonburg, Virginia
2 of 4 nursing homes in Harrisonburg (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
501
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$171,286 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is adequate but has some concerns, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities have incurred a total of $171,286 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before making a decision.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SUNNYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (90) — Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community boasts an outstanding 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With zero fines and a strong community focus as a non-profit, residents benefit from personalized care in a nurturing environment with 84 beds.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 VMRC, COMPLETE LIVING CARE (80) — VMRC, Complete Living Care is a solid choice with a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. As a non-profit facility with an A+ grade and no fines, it emphasizes community engagement and delivers quality support for its 120 residents.
The other 2 Harrisonburg facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $171K.
Recommended
Sunnyside Presbyterian Retirement Community boasts an outstanding 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With zero fines and a strong community focus as a non-profit, residents benefit from personalized care in a nurturing environment with 84 beds.
VMRC, Complete Living Care is a solid choice with a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. As a non-profit facility with an A+ grade and no fines, it emphasizes community engagement and delivers quality support for its 120 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Harrisonburg Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 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
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $171,286
Questions Harrisonburg 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?"
Harrisonburg's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Harrisonburg facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Harrisonburg avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Harrisonburg 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 Harrisonburg, VA are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Harrisonburg (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Harrisonburg "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 Harrisonburg?
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.