Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mena, Arkansas
1 of 1 nursing homes in Mena (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Arkansas statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
138
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Mena, Arkansas, is limited but offers a highly recommended facility, with 100% of options endorsed. Families can consider The Green House Cottages of Homewood, which has a solid 4-star rating and no fines, ensuring a reliable choice for care.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 THE GREEN HOUSE COTTAGES OF HOMEWOOD (78) — The Green House Cottages of Homewood stands out for its impressive CMS rating of 4 stars, reflecting high-quality care in a warm, home-like environment. With a Trust Score of 78/100 and a solid B grade, residents benefit from attentive staff in a spacious facility with 138 beds, ensuring personalized support without any fines.
Recommended
The Green House Cottages of Homewood stands out for its impressive CMS rating of 4 stars, reflecting high-quality care in a warm, home-like environment. With a Trust Score of 78/100 and a solid B grade, residents benefit from attentive staff in a spacious facility with 138 beds, ensuring personalized support without any fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mena 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 | — |
Questions Mena 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?"
Mena's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Mena facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mena avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mena 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 Mena, AR are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Mena (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mena "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 Mena?
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.