Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hastings, Michigan
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hastings (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Michigan statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
259
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$35,416 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 Hastings, Michigan, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended, indicating a challenging environment for families seeking care. Notably, Thornapple Manor stands out with a 5★ rating, while one facility has accumulated $35,416 in fines, warranting caution.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Thornapple Manor (70) — Thornapple Manor shines as a 5-star facility with an impressive Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B. As a government-owned county facility, it prioritizes community focus, providing excellent care without any fines, which speaks volumes about its commitment to resident well-being.
The other 1 Hastings facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $35K.
Recommended
Thornapple Manor shines as a 5-star facility with an impressive Trust Score of 70/100 and a solid Grade B. As a government-owned county facility, it prioritizes community focus, providing excellent care without any fines, which speaks volumes about its commitment to resident well-being.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hastings 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 $35,416
Questions Hastings 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?"
Hastings's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Hastings facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hastings avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hastings 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 Hastings, MI are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Hastings (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hastings "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 Hastings?
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.