Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Shelby, North Carolina
1 of 3 nursing homes in Shelby (33%) meet our strict criteria. The North Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
380
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$101,027 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Shelby, North Carolina, is adequate but has some concerns, with only one of the three facilities recommended. Families should be cautious, as there is one facility in the avoid tier with $96,027 in total fines, while Peak Resources-Shelby stands out with a B+ rating.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Peak Resources- Shelby (83) — Peak Resources-Shelby boasts a commendable Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid B+ grade, indicating a reliable level of care. With a 4-star CMS rating and no fines, residents can expect a safe and supportive environment. This for-profit facility focuses on delivering quality services to its 100 beds, ensuring a high standard of living.
The other 2 Shelby facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $101K.
Recommended
Peak Resources-Shelby boasts a commendable Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid B+ grade, indicating a reliable level of care. With a 4-star CMS rating and no fines, residents can expect a safe and supportive environment. This for-profit facility focuses on delivering quality services to its 100 beds, ensuring a high standard of living.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Shelby Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.3 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
- 2 Have fines totaling $101,027
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Shelby 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?"
Shelby's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Shelby facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Shelby avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Shelby 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 Shelby, NC are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Shelby (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Shelby "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 Shelby?
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.