Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sidney, Ohio
2 of 4 nursing homes in Sidney (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Ohio statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
270
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Sidney, Ohio is adequate, with 4 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should note that while Ohio Living Dorothy Love is a top-rated option (B+, 5★), there is one facility to avoid due to its lack of fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 OHIO LIVING DOROTHY LOVE (88) — With an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, Ohio Living Dorothy Love excels in providing exceptional care in a non-profit setting. The facility's commitment to community focus and patient-centered services is evident, making it a top choice for residents seeking comfort and support.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 SHELBY SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION (75) — Shelby Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its dedication to quality care. With zero fines and a welcoming atmosphere, this for-profit facility offers a reliable option for rehabilitation and skilled nursing needs.
The other 2 Sidney facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
With an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, Ohio Living Dorothy Love excels in providing exceptional care in a non-profit setting. The facility's commitment to community focus and patient-centered services is evident, making it a top choice for residents seeking comfort and support.
Shelby Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100, reflecting its dedication to quality care. With zero fines and a welcoming atmosphere, this for-profit facility offers a reliable option for rehabilitation and skilled nursing needs.
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 | Sidney Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 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
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Sidney 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?"
Sidney's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 4 Sidney facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sidney avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sidney 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 Sidney, OH are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Sidney (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sidney "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 Sidney?
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.