Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Staples, Minnesota
1 of 1 nursing homes in Staples (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Minnesota statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
87
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Staples, Minnesota, is adequate with a single facility, Lakewood Health System, receiving a B+ rating and 5-star quality. Families can be confident in their choice, as this facility is the only recommended option, indicating strong care without any fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Lakewood Health System (85) — Lakewood Health System boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility effectively manages 87 beds while prioritizing resident satisfaction and health outcomes.
Recommended
Lakewood Health System boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility effectively manages 87 beds while prioritizing resident satisfaction and health outcomes.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Staples Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Staples Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Staples's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Staples facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Staples avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Staples 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 Staples, MN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Staples (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Staples "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 Staples?
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.