Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Mentone, California
1 of 1 nursing homes in Mentone (100%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
50
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 Mentone, California, is adequate, with one facility that is highly recommended. Families can feel confident choosing UNIVERSITY POST ACUTE, which has a solid B+ rating and five stars, with no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 UNIVERSITY POST ACUTE (80) — University Post Acute stands out with an impressive 5-star CMS rating and a solid B+ grade, indicating high-quality care. With a trust score of 80/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes patient well-being and provides a supportive environment for its 50 residents.
Recommended
University Post Acute stands out with an impressive 5-star CMS rating and a solid B+ grade, indicating high-quality care. With a trust score of 80/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes patient well-being and provides a supportive environment for its 50 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Mentone 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 Mentone 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?"
Mentone's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Mentone facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Mentone avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Mentone 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 Mentone, CA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Mentone (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Mentone "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 Mentone?
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.