Best Nursing Homes in Sheridan, Wyoming

1 of 3 nursing homes in Sheridan (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Wyoming statewide average is 29%.

1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data

Worth Considering

1

Facilities graded B or better with zero fines

1 recommended 0 caution 2 avoid

City Average

2.7

+0.00 vs state

Total Beds

278

across 3 facilities

High Risk Facilities

2

2 Grade F

$166,968 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 Sheridan, Wyoming, is adequate but has some concerns, with only 33% of facilities recommended. Families should note that while Westview Health Care Center stands out with a 5-star rating, two facilities have incurred a total of $166,968 in fines, indicating potential quality issues.

Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)

  1. 1 Westview Health Care Center (90) — Westview Health Care Center stands out with a stellar CMS 5-star rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. The facility boasts an A grade and has maintained a record of $0 fines, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care in a well-staffed environment with 102 beds.

The other 2 Sheridan facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $166K.

Staffing Comparison

Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality

Comparison of staffing metrics between Westview Health Care Center, Sheridan average, and CMS minimum standards
Metric Top Facility Sheridan Avg CMS Minimum
RN Hours / Resident / Day 0.00 0.00 0.75
CMS Star Rating 5 stars 2.7 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
2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Facilities with fines
2 Have fines totaling $166,968

Questions Sheridan Families Should Ask

Based on what we found in local inspection data

  1. 1

    "What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"

    Sheridan's city average is 2.7 stars

  2. 2

    "Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"

    2 of 3 Sheridan facilities have fines

  3. 3

    "How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"

    CMS recommends 45 min; Sheridan avg is 0 min

  4. 4

    "What were your most recent inspection findings?"

    Sheridan 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 Sheridan, WY are recommended?

1 of 3 nursing homes in Sheridan (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.

What makes a nursing home in Sheridan "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 Sheridan?

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.