Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Pendleton, Indiana
1 of 1 nursing homes in Pendleton (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Indiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
110
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 Pendleton, Indiana, is adequate, with one facility that comes highly recommended. Families can feel confident in choosing RAWLINS HOUSE HEALTH & LIVING COMMUNITY, which boasts a top rating of 5 stars and has no fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 RAWLINS HOUSE HEALTH & LIVING COMMUNITY (90) — Rawlins House Health & Living Community stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this county-run facility emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring a supportive environment for its 110 residents.
Recommended
Rawlins House Health & Living Community stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this county-run facility emphasizes community-focused care, ensuring a supportive environment for its 110 residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Pendleton 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 Pendleton 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?"
Pendleton's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Pendleton facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Pendleton avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Pendleton 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 Pendleton, IN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Pendleton (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Pendleton "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 Pendleton?
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.