Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lemon Grove, California
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lemon Grove (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
257
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$7,443 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lemon Grove, California, is adequate, with 2 total facilities and 1 recommended option, representing a 50% approval rate. Families should consider Bella Vista Health Center, the top-rated facility with a B+ rating and 5-star reviews, as a reliable choice in the area.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 BELLA VISTA HEALTH CENTER (80) — Bella Vista Health Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for its 99 residents, ensuring both comfort and safety in a for-profit setting.
The other 1 Lemon Grove facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $7K.
Recommended
Bella Vista Health Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for its 99 residents, ensuring both comfort and safety in a for-profit setting.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lemon Grove Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 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
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $7,443
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lemon Grove 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?"
Lemon Grove's city average is 4.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Lemon Grove facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lemon Grove avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lemon Grove 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 Lemon Grove, CA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lemon Grove (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lemon Grove "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 Lemon Grove?
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.