Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lucedale, Mississippi
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lucedale (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Mississippi statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
104
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 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 This One?
The nursing home market in Lucedale, Mississippi, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended option. Families should be aware that while GLEN OAKS NURSING CENTER has a good rating, there is an avoid tier facility with $0 fines, indicating limited choices and potential concerns.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 GLEN OAKS NURSING CENTER (70) — Glen Oaks Nursing Center stands out with its solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Grade B. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a clean record of zero fines, this for-profit facility ensures a quality experience for its 45 residents, emphasizing attentive care and a comfortable living environment.
The other 1 Lucedale facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Glen Oaks Nursing Center stands out with its solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Grade B. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and a clean record of zero fines, this for-profit facility ensures a quality experience for its 45 residents, emphasizing attentive care and a comfortable living environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lucedale Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Lucedale 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?"
Lucedale's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Lucedale facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lucedale avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lucedale 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 Lucedale, MS are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lucedale (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lucedale "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 Lucedale?
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.