Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lumberton, North Carolina
1 of 5 nursing homes in Lumberton (20%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
441
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$179,986 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lumberton, North Carolina, is adequate but presents challenges, with only 1 of the 5 facilities recommended. Families should be aware of the three facilities in the avoid tier, which collectively have $165,297 in fines, indicating potential issues with care quality.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Wesley Pines Retirement Community (90) — Wesley Pines Retirement Community boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to exceptional care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, residents enjoy a safe and nurturing environment in this 62-bed facility, making it a standout choice for seniors seeking quality support.
The other 4 Lumberton facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $179K.
Recommended
Wesley Pines Retirement Community boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an A grade, reflecting its commitment to exceptional care. With a Trust Score of 90/100 and no fines, residents enjoy a safe and nurturing environment in this 62-bed facility, making it a standout choice for seniors seeking quality support.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lumberton Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $179,986
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lumberton 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?"
Lumberton's city average is 2.8 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 5 Lumberton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lumberton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lumberton 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 Lumberton, NC are recommended?
1 of 5 nursing homes in Lumberton (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lumberton "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 Lumberton?
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.