Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Jennings, Louisiana
3 of 3 nursing homes in Jennings (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Louisiana statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
248
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Jennings, Louisiana is solid, with all 3 facilities recommended, indicating a 100% approval rate. Families can feel confident in their options, particularly at the top-rated Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home, which boasts an excellent 5-star rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA WAR VETERANS HOME (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. The Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home boasts zero fines and offers a strong focus on community support, providing exceptional care for its 8 beds dedicated to veterans.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 JEFF DAVIS LIVING CENTER, LLC (70) — With a solid 3★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, Jeff Davis Living Center offers a stable care environment for its 120 residents. While it's a for-profit facility, it maintains a commendable track record with zero fines, ensuring a reliable option for families seeking care.
- 3 CAMELOT BROOKSIDE (70) — Camelot Brookside stands out with a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. This for-profit facility, with zero fines, provides quality care to its 120 residents, making it a commendable choice for families looking for a supportive environment.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an impressive Trust Score of 90/100 and an A grade. The Southwest Louisiana War Veterans Home boasts zero fines and offers a strong focus on community support, providing exceptional care for its 8 beds dedicated to veterans.
With a solid 3★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, Jeff Davis Living Center offers a stable care environment for its 120 residents. While it's a for-profit facility, it maintains a commendable track record with zero fines, ensuring a reliable option for families seeking care.
Camelot Brookside stands out with a 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. This for-profit facility, with zero fines, provides quality care to its 120 residents, making it a commendable choice for families looking for a supportive environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Jennings Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Jennings 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?"
Jennings's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Jennings facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Jennings avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Jennings 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 Jennings, LA are recommended?
3 of 3 nursing homes in Jennings (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Jennings "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 Jennings?
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.