Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Norfolk, Nebraska
1 of 2 nursing homes in Norfolk (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Nebraska statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
191
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Norfolk, Nebraska, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended. Families should consider the top-rated Heritage of Bel Air (B, 4★) while being cautious of the single facility to avoid, which has $0 total fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 Heritage of Bel Air (78) — Heritage of Bel Air shines with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 78/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 108 residents while maintaining a Grade B with no fines.
The other 1 Norfolk facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Heritage of Bel Air shines with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a commendable Trust Score of 78/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing a nurturing environment for its 108 residents while maintaining a Grade B with no fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Norfolk Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 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
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Norfolk 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?"
Norfolk's city average is 2.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Norfolk facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Norfolk avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Norfolk 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 Norfolk, NE are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Norfolk (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Norfolk "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 Norfolk?
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.