Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lima, Pennsylvania
2 of 2 nursing homes in Lima (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Pennsylvania statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
838
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 These 2?
The nursing home market in Lima, Pennsylvania, is relatively strong with 100% of the 2 facilities recommended. Families can feel confident in choosing Willowbrooke Court SKD Care Center at Lima Estates, which boasts a 5-star rating and has no fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WILLOWBROOKE COURT SKD CARE CENTER AT LIMA ESTATES (90) — Willowbrooke Court SKD Care Center shines with a perfect Trust Score of 90/100 and a stellar 5★ CMS rating. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community care and offers a compassionate environment for its 60 residents, making it a top choice in Lima.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 FAIR ACRES GERIATRIC CENTER (80) — Fair Acres Geriatric Center stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid B+ grade, demonstrating its commitment to quality care for its 778 residents. Backed by government support, it offers a reliable and compassionate environment for seniors.
Recommended
Willowbrooke Court SKD Care Center shines with a perfect Trust Score of 90/100 and a stellar 5★ CMS rating. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community care and offers a compassionate environment for its 60 residents, making it a top choice in Lima.
Fair Acres Geriatric Center stands out with a 5★ CMS rating and a solid B+ grade, demonstrating its commitment to quality care for its 778 residents. Backed by government support, it offers a reliable and compassionate environment for seniors.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lima 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 Lima Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Lima's city average is 5.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Lima facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lima avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lima 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 Lima, PA are recommended?
2 of 2 nursing homes in Lima (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lima "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 Lima?
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.