Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
2 of 4 nursing homes in Palm Beach Gardens (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
342
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$82,298 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is adequate, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Gardens Court, boasts an A+ rating, there is one facility to avoid due to significant fines totaling $82,298.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 GARDENS COURT (95) — Gardens Court stands out with its impressive 95/100 Trust Score and a top-tier CMS 5-star rating. This facility boasts a Grade A+ and has maintained a spotless record with $0 fines, ensuring high-quality care in a comfortable environment for its 120 residents.
- 2 CHATSWORTH AT PGA NATIONAL (93) — Chatsworth at PGA National is a premier choice with a 93/100 Trust Score and a commendable CMS 5-star rating. With a Grade A and no fines, this facility provides exceptional care for its 62 residents, backed by a commitment to quality and comfort.
The other 2 Palm Beach Gardens facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $82K.
Recommended
Gardens Court stands out with its impressive 95/100 Trust Score and a top-tier CMS 5-star rating. This facility boasts a Grade A+ and has maintained a spotless record with $0 fines, ensuring high-quality care in a comfortable environment for its 120 residents.
Chatsworth at PGA National is a premier choice with a 93/100 Trust Score and a commendable CMS 5-star rating. With a Grade A and no fines, this facility provides exceptional care for its 62 residents, backed by a commitment to quality and comfort.
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 | Palm Beach Gardens Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
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 $82,298
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Palm Beach Gardens 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?"
Palm Beach Gardens's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Palm Beach Gardens facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Palm Beach Gardens avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Palm Beach Gardens (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Palm Beach Gardens "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 Palm Beach Gardens?
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.