Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Liberty, Missouri
1 of 3 nursing homes in Liberty (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Missouri statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
302
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$14,267 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Liberty, Missouri, is limited and presents challenges, with only 3 facilities and just 1 recommended option. Families should be aware of the single facility with significant fines totaling $14,267, highlighting the need for careful consideration.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 PLEASANT VALLEY MANOR CARE CENTER (73) — Pleasant Valley Manor Care Center shines with a solid CMS 4-star rating and a commendable Grade B. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and zero fines, this for-profit facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care, making it a reliable choice for families seeking comfort and support for their loved ones.
The other 2 Liberty facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $14K.
Recommended
Pleasant Valley Manor Care Center shines with a solid CMS 4-star rating and a commendable Grade B. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and zero fines, this for-profit facility demonstrates a commitment to quality care, making it a reliable choice for families seeking comfort and support for their loved ones.
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 | Liberty Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $14,267
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Liberty 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?"
Liberty's city average is 2.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Liberty facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Liberty avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Liberty 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 Liberty, MO are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Liberty (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Liberty "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 Liberty?
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.