Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lawrenceville, Georgia
1 of 4 nursing homes in Lawrenceville (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Georgia statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
455
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$171,353 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lawrenceville, Georgia, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 25% of facilities recommended. Families should be cautious as two of the four facilities have incurred a total of $171,353 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research before making a decision.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LIFE CARE CENTER OF GWINNETT (93) — LIFE CARE CENTER OF GWINNETT stands out with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With an A grade and no fines, this facility offers exceptional care in a well-staffed environment of 163 beds, ensuring residents receive the attention they deserve.
The other 3 Lawrenceville facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $171K.
Recommended
LIFE CARE CENTER OF GWINNETT stands out with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With an A grade and no fines, this facility offers exceptional care in a well-staffed environment of 163 beds, ensuring residents receive the attention they deserve.
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 | Lawrenceville Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.5 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 $171,353
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lawrenceville 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?"
Lawrenceville's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Lawrenceville facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lawrenceville avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lawrenceville facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Lawrenceville, GA are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Lawrenceville (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lawrenceville "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 Lawrenceville?
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.