Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sandusky, Ohio
2 of 4 nursing homes in Sandusky (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
699
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$21,951 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 Sandusky, Ohio, is adequate, with four total facilities and two recommended options. Families should note that while the top facility, Ohio Veterans Home, holds a strong rating, one facility has incurred fines totaling $21,951, warranting caution.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 OHIO VETERANS HOME (78) — The Ohio Veterans Home stands out with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 78/100. This state-operated facility offers dedicated services to veterans, ensuring a supportive environment with no fines, making it a commendable choice for care.
- 2 PARKVUE HEALTH CARE CENTER (75) — Parkvue Health Care Center boasts a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing personalized attention in a cozy 84-bed setting with no fines.
The other 2 Sandusky facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $21K.
Recommended
The Ohio Veterans Home stands out with a stellar CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 78/100. This state-operated facility offers dedicated services to veterans, ensuring a supportive environment with no fines, making it a commendable choice for care.
Parkvue Health Care Center boasts a commendable CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, providing personalized attention in a cozy 84-bed setting with no fines.
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 | Sandusky 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 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 $21,951
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Sandusky 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?"
Sandusky's city average is 3.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Sandusky facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sandusky avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sandusky 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 Sandusky, OH are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Sandusky (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sandusky "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 Sandusky?
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.