Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sulphur, Louisiana
1 of 2 nursing homes in Sulphur (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Louisiana statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
301
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$62,018 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Sulphur, Louisiana, is adequate but presents challenges, with only 2 total facilities and just 1 recommended option. Families should be aware of the avoid tier facility, which has accumulated $62,018 in fines, alongside the top-rated HIGH HOPE CARE CENTER (A, 5★).
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 HIGH HOPE CARE CENTER (90) — High Hope Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this facility showcases its commitment to high-quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for residents seeking reliable support.
The other 1 Sulphur facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $62K.
Recommended
High Hope Care Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With a Grade A and no fines, this facility showcases its commitment to high-quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a top choice for residents seeking reliable support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Sulphur Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
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
- 1 Have fines totaling $62,018
Questions Sulphur 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?"
Sulphur's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Sulphur facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sulphur avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sulphur facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Sulphur, LA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Sulphur (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sulphur "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 Sulphur?
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.