Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in South Paris, Maine
1 of 2 nursing homes in South Paris (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Maine statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
138
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
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 South Paris, Maine, is adequate with 2 facilities available, of which 1 is recommended. Families should note that the top-rated facility is the Maine Veterans Home - So Paris, boasting an A rating and 5 stars, with no fines reported.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Maine Veterans Home - So Paris (93) — Maine Veterans Home in South Paris stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. This non-profit facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care to veterans, ensuring a community-focused environment with no fines, making it a highly recommended choice for those seeking quality nursing care.
The other 1 South Paris facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Maine Veterans Home in South Paris stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. This non-profit facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care to veterans, ensuring a community-focused environment with no fines, making it a highly recommended choice for those seeking quality nursing care.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | South Paris 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 | — |
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
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions South Paris 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?"
South Paris's city average is 3.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 South Paris facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; South Paris avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
South Paris 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 South Paris, ME are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in South Paris (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in South Paris "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 South Paris?
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.