Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Holyoke, Massachusetts
2 of 8 nursing homes in Holyoke (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Massachusetts statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 4 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.6
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
796
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$59,911 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Holyoke, Massachusetts, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 25% of the 8 facilities recommended. Families should note that while Mary's Meadow at Providence Place stands out with top ratings, two facilities incurred a total of $51,633 in fines, warranting caution.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MARY'S MEADOW AT PROVIDENCE PLACE (90) — Mary's Meadow at Providence Place shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit facility, it embodies a community focus, providing compassionate care in a welcoming environment with no fines and a Grade A status.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 CARE ONE AT HOLYOKE (88) — Care One at Holyoke boasts a remarkable CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With 164 beds, this for-profit facility maintains a B+ grade and has not incurred any fines, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for residents.
The other 6 Holyoke facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $59K.
Recommended
Mary's Meadow at Providence Place shines with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit facility, it embodies a community focus, providing compassionate care in a welcoming environment with no fines and a Grade A status.
Care One at Holyoke boasts a remarkable CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With 164 beds, this for-profit facility maintains a B+ grade and has not incurred any fines, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Holyoke Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.6 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 6?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $59,911
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Holyoke 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?"
Holyoke's city average is 2.6 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 8 Holyoke facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Holyoke avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Holyoke 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 Holyoke, MA are recommended?
2 of 8 nursing homes in Holyoke (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Holyoke "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 Holyoke?
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.