Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rittman, Ohio
1 of 2 nursing homes in Rittman (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
150
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 Rittman, Ohio, is adequate, with 2 facilities available and 1 recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Apostolic Christian Home Inc, has a solid B+ rating and 5 stars, there is one facility to avoid due to its lack of fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN HOME INC (85) — Apostolic Christian Home Inc stands out with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. As a non-profit, its church-related focus fosters a strong sense of community, ensuring compassionate and personalized care for its 75 residents. The facility maintains a B+ grade with zero fines, reflecting its commitment to high standards.
The other 1 Rittman facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Apostolic Christian Home Inc stands out with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. As a non-profit, its church-related focus fosters a strong sense of community, ensuring compassionate and personalized care for its 75 residents. The facility maintains a B+ grade with zero fines, reflecting its commitment to high standards.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rittman Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 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 Rittman 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?"
Rittman's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Rittman facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rittman avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rittman 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 Rittman, OH are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Rittman (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rittman "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 Rittman?
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.