Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Kettering, Ohio
1 of 5 nursing homes in Kettering (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
2.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
531
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
3 Grade F
$84,220 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Kettering, Ohio, is limited and not particularly strong, with only 1 of 5 facilities recommended. Families should be cautious, as 4 facilities face a total of $84,220 in fines, highlighting potential concerns with care quality.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 OAK CREEK TERRACE INC (75) — Oak Creek Terrace Inc stands out with a solid 4-star CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 75/100. With no fines and a Grade B, this for-profit facility maintains a focus on quality care for its 69 residents, making it a reliable choice for families seeking comfort and support.
The other 4 Kettering facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $84K.
Recommended
Oak Creek Terrace Inc stands out with a solid 4-star CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 75/100. With no fines and a Grade B, this for-profit facility maintains a focus on quality care for its 69 residents, making it a reliable choice for families seeking comfort and support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Kettering Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $84,220
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Kettering Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Kettering's city average is 2.4 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Kettering facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Kettering avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Kettering 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 Kettering, OH are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Kettering (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Kettering "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 Kettering?
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.