Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Kearney, Nebraska
2 of 5 nursing homes in Kearney (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Nebraska statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
303
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$106,072 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Kearney, Nebraska, is adequate but has some concerns, with only 40% of the 5 facilities recommended for families. Notably, while Brookestone Gardens stands out with top ratings, two facilities have incurred a total of $84,076 in fines, warranting caution.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Brookestone Gardens (93) — Brookestone Gardens boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, providing a supportive environment for its 54 residents.
- 2 Mt Carmel Home - Keens Memorial (90) — Mt Carmel Home - Keens Memorial is distinguished by its 5★ CMS rating and an A grade, ensuring top-tier care for its 75 residents. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community involvement and holistic support for its residents.
The other 3 Kearney facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $106K.
Recommended
Brookestone Gardens boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, providing a supportive environment for its 54 residents.
Mt Carmel Home - Keens Memorial is distinguished by its 5★ CMS rating and an A grade, ensuring top-tier care for its 75 residents. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and zero fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community involvement and holistic support for its 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 | Kearney Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
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 $106,072
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Kearney 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?"
Kearney's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Kearney facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Kearney avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Kearney 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 Kearney, NE are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Kearney (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Kearney "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 Kearney?
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.