Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lynchburg, Virginia
3 of 8 nursing homes in Lynchburg (38%) meet our strict criteria. The Virginia statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 2 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
927
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
3 Grade F
$377,866 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Lynchburg, Virginia, is adequate but requires caution, with only 38% of the 8 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that three facilities have significant fines totaling $367,833, while the top-rated facility, Westminster-Canterbury, boasts an A+ rating and 5 stars.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 WESTMINSTER-CANTERBURY OF LYNCHBURG INC (95) — Westminster-Canterbury of Lynchburg stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier A+ grade. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community focus and offers excellent care, backed by a CMS 5★ rating and no fines, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their families.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 TATE SPRINGS HEALTH & REHAB (83) — Tate Springs Health & Rehab excels with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With zero fines and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility provides a welcoming environment for its 118 residents, ensuring a focus on individual needs and rehabilitation.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 3 FOREST HEALTH & REHAB CENTER (70) — Forest Health & Rehab Center offers a decent level of care with a Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS 4★ rating. Although it has a B grade, the facility is dedicated to providing support to its 89 residents, making it a viable option for those seeking rehabilitation services.
The other 5 Lynchburg facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $377K.
Recommended
Westminster-Canterbury of Lynchburg stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier A+ grade. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community focus and offers excellent care, backed by a CMS 5★ rating and no fines, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their families.
Tate Springs Health & Rehab excels with a CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With zero fines and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility provides a welcoming environment for its 118 residents, ensuring a focus on individual needs and rehabilitation.
Forest Health & Rehab Center offers a decent level of care with a Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS 4★ rating. Although it has a B grade, the facility is dedicated to providing support to its 89 residents, making it a viable option for those seeking rehabilitation services.
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 | Lynchburg Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $377,866
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lynchburg 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?"
Lynchburg's city average is 2.9 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 8 Lynchburg facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lynchburg avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lynchburg 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 Lynchburg, VA are recommended?
3 of 8 nursing homes in Lynchburg (38%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lynchburg "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 Lynchburg?
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.