Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lancaster, South Carolina
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lancaster (50%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
274
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lancaster, South Carolina, is adequate, with 2 total facilities and 50% recommended. Families should consider White Oak Manor - Lancaster, the top facility with a B+ rating and 4 stars, as it stands out in this small market with no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 White Oak Manor - Lancaster (83) — White Oak Manor - Lancaster stands out with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. With 132 beds and a B+ grade, the facility prioritizes quality care with zero fines, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking a supportive environment.
The other 1 Lancaster facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
White Oak Manor - Lancaster stands out with a strong Trust Score of 83/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. With 132 beds and a B+ grade, the facility prioritizes quality care with zero fines, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking a supportive environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lancaster Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lancaster 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?"
Lancaster's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Lancaster facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lancaster avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lancaster 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 Lancaster, SC are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lancaster (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lancaster "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 Lancaster?
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.