Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Milford, Ohio
2 of 3 nursing homes in Milford (67%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
321
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$151,363 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Milford, Ohio, is adequate with three facilities, two of which are recommended, reflecting a 67% approval rate. Families should note that while S.E.M. Haven Health Care Center stands out with high ratings, one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $151,363.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 S.E.M. HAVEN HEALTH CARE CENTER (93) — Trust Score of 93/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating highlight S.E.M. Haven Health Care Center as a premier choice for care. With a strong focus on community and no fines, this non-profit facility offers personalized and attentive services in a comfortable environment for its 95 residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 THE LAURELS OF MILFORD (75) — The Laurels of Milford stands out with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Grade B, reflecting consistent quality in care. With 136 beds and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a welcoming atmosphere, though improvements could enhance their overall trust score of 75/100.
The other 1 Milford facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $151K.
Recommended
Trust Score of 93/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating highlight S.E.M. Haven Health Care Center as a premier choice for care. With a strong focus on community and no fines, this non-profit facility offers personalized and attentive services in a comfortable environment for its 95 residents.
The Laurels of Milford stands out with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Grade B, reflecting consistent quality in care. With 136 beds and no fines, this for-profit facility provides a welcoming atmosphere, though improvements could enhance their overall trust score of 75/100.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Milford Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 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
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $151,363
Questions Milford 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?"
Milford's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Milford facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Milford avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Milford 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 Milford, OH are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Milford (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Milford "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 Milford?
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.