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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Laurens, Iowa
1 of 1 nursing homes in Laurens (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Iowa statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
38
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 Laurens, Iowa is stable, with one recommended facility, Laurens Care Center, earning top marks (A, 5★). Families can feel confident choosing this adequate-quality care option, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers and no fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Laurens Care Center (93) — Laurens Care Center boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect 5-star CMS rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, providing a nurturing environment with dedicated staff for its 38 residents.
Recommended
Laurens Care Center boasts an impressive Trust Score of 93/100 and a perfect 5-star CMS rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With an A grade and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community focus, providing a nurturing environment with dedicated staff for its 38 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Laurens 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 Laurens 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?"
Laurens's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Laurens facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Laurens avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Laurens 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 Laurens, IA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Laurens (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Laurens "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 Laurens?
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.