Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lackawanna, New York
1 of 1 nursing homes in Lackawanna (100%) meet our strict criteria. The New York statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
84
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lackawanna, New York, is adequate with one facility, which comes highly recommended at a perfect score of 100%. Families can feel confident in choosing Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility, which has no fines and boasts a 5-star rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MERCY HOSPITAL SKILLED NURSING FACILITY (90) — Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility stands out with its excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community well-being, ensuring compassionate and high-quality care for its 84 residents. The facility's grade A and record of zero fines further highlight its commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment.
Recommended
Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility stands out with its excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, it focuses on community well-being, ensuring compassionate and high-quality care for its 84 residents. The facility's grade A and record of zero fines further highlight its commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lackawanna Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Lackawanna 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?"
Lackawanna's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Lackawanna facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lackawanna avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna, NY are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Lackawanna (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lackawanna "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 Lackawanna?
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.